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Capital Markets: Equity - Asia-Pacific Region
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What the Team is Known For

Simpson Thacher's equity practice is highly regardedacross Asia-Pacific, with a long history of acting for underwriters and issuers on some of the largest and most significant transactions in the market. The team is well regarded for advising on high-profile IPOs, block trades and REIT listings. It often advises major PRC companies on outbound deals and US law, and is also highly skilled at assisting clients with investment-grade debt and hybrid transactions in East Asia. The practice is primarily driven from the hubs of Hong Kong and Japan, with additional capability in South Korea.

Notable practitioners

Alan Cannon is a key contact based in Tokyo, while Christopher Wong in Hong Kong is head of the China practice.

Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett acted for the joint managers of Shinhan Bank's offering of USD500 million floating rate notes due 2028, which were listed on the Taipei and Singapore Exchanges.
  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett advised Pagoda on its HKD442 million Hong Kong IPO and Rule 144A and Regulation S offering.

Strengths

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