Banking & Finance (International Firms) - India
What the Team is Known For
Stephenson Harwood's Singapore-based India banking and finance practice acts for a broad range of Indian banks, lenders and financial institutions. It is regularly mandated on significant project finance matters and offers notable experience in the renewables sector. The team also advises on the provision of various credit facilities, as well as refinancings.
Strengths
"They add value to deals because of their experience in handling such matters. The team is well versed in the requirement of the clients and very quick in responses, with commercial acumen as well."
"Their distinguishing factor is their quick turnarounds while maintaining high quality of work. They have excellent ability to handle complicated deals."
Work Highlights
Stephenson Harwood advised MUFG Bank on its JPY40 billion initial loan to State Bank of India, acting through its Tokyo branch, and the subsequent syndication of the facility.
Notable Practitioners
Gregory Xu leads the Stephenson Harwood banking and finance practice in Singapore and regularly advises a range of global lenders and Indian banks on a variety of financing transactions. "I really appreciate him reverting quickly under strict timelines."
