Capital Markets: Equity
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Asia-Pacific Region
Band 2
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Provided by Sidley Austin LLP
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Chambers Review
Sidley Austin has a superb Asia-wide high-yield practice which is especially commended for its work on complex issuances in Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia. It also works on a range of investment-grade debt and hybrid products across the region, including MTN programmes. The ECM practice continues to be active in Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore, and has been building strength in India. Sought out for advice on IPOs, rights issues and secondary offerings. The team is regularly instructed by a stellar line-up of international investment banks and regional financial institutions. It is experienced in handling capital markets transactions in the energy sector.
Singapore managing partner Matthew Sheridan and Constance Choy, based in Hong Kong, are both key contacts for the practice. Singapore-based Manoj Bhargava is also a key contact for the team. Mimma Barila is a key contact in Sydney.
Work Highlights
- Sidley Austin advised the dealer manager, Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore), on PT Modernland Realty's offers to purchase for cash its outstanding notes and PIK notes due in 2025 and 2027.
- Sidley Austin advised Yum China Holdings on the successful voluntary conversion of its secondary listing status to a primary listing status on the Main Board of the HKEX.
- Sidley Austin advised the underwriters in the establishment of Westpac New Zealand's MTN programme.
- Sidley Austin acted as international counsel to lead managers Kotak Mahindra Capital, Axis Capital, IIFL Securities, Jefferies India and J.P. Morgan India in connection with the INR43 billion Section 4(a) and Regulation S IPO of Mankind Pharma.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Sidley comes up with really innovative solutions which speak to their expertise and solutions. They are able to break down very complex issues into succinct messages that clients can actually understand."
"The team has always maintained a professional, efficient and reliable working attitude. The debt team has experienced staff and extensive project experience, and can advise us on all aspects and make constructive suggestions with reference to past experience."
"The firm has a high level of client service, with a focused, dedicated team available at all times."
"Sidley Austin was extremely responsive and willing to go the extra mile given our tight timelines. They have detailed knowledge on Indian capital markets and SEBI regulations."
"Sidley comes up with really innovative solutions which speak to their expertise and solutions. They are able to break down very complex issues into succinct messages that clients can actually understand."
"The team has always maintained a professional, efficient and reliable working attitude. The debt team has experienced staff and extensive project experience, and can advise us on all aspects and make constructive suggestions with reference to past experience."
"The firm has a high level of client service, with a focused, dedicated team available at all times."
"Sidley Austin was extremely responsive and willing to go the extra mile given our tight timelines. They have detailed knowledge on Indian capital markets and SEBI regulations."