International Securities Law Handbook

Numerous changes, large and small, in securities laws and regulations in many jurisdictions necessitate periodic new editions of this unique and much-relied-upon source of information for global investors. In this fourth edition, the goal is again to provide a comprehensive, reliable and up-to-date guide to the relevant issues encountered in the issue and offering of cross-border securities in the most significant financial markets. Since its first edition, the ‘International Securities Law Handbook’ has answered the need for a user-friendly source of information covering the most significant jurisdictions. Now fully updated and with first-time contributions from Chile, Colombia, Italy, Poland, Russia and Thailand, this invaluable reference presents the key elements of securities law and regulations in 39 jurisdictions. Country chapters, each written by a local expert in securities law, appear alphabetically. Each jurisdiction is presented in a consistent format, covering the topics most relevant to overseas investors and their advisers, so that information on specific issues can be easily found and compared from country to country.

World Law Group Series Volume 1 The International Securities Law Handbook is an easily-accessed desk reference for lawyers and others involved from time to time in the issuance or sale of securities outside their own national jurisdiction. This Handbook presents briefly, in uniform summary form, the key elements of securities law and regulations in twenty national jurisdictions and seven U.S. state jurisdictions. It makes it possible for a foreign lawyer to gain a general understanding of the legal environment affecting securities, to perceive the types of questions which need to be addressed, to talk intelligently with his/her clients concerning these questions and the need for foreign legal advice and assistance, and to interact effectively with foreign counsel, as required.

With this valuable text securities lawyers from the world's major trading nations offer valuable insights into the workings and legal underpinnings of global securities markets. They examine listing requirements for various stock exchanges and markets, the globalization of mutual funds, the impact of offshore funds, Internet and public offerings, planning and distribution of private securities, requirements for public offerings, disclosure and compliance requirements across international markets, and a great deal more. Published under the Transnational Publishers imprint.

Capital raising, mergers and acquisitions and securities trading around the world often involve some connection with the United States and implicate the US securities laws. United States Securities Law: A Practical Guide ,offers a concise overview of US securities laws from the perspective of a non-US participant. It is written not only for lawyers but for managers, bankers and others with an interest in the topic. This new edition has been significantly updated and expanded, including for the SEC's recent offering reforms and corporate governance developments. Praise for the Second Edition: This book has been a valuable resource in effectively counselling my company in the intricacies of SEC regulation. Jim, with his many years of counselling foreign issuers out of his firms London office, writes with a perspective that is particularly relevant to the needs of foreign companies listed on US exchanges. George Miller, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Novartis Corporation. A well written and useful primer for those looking for quick, practical answers to real life questions or who wish to understand better the background and rationale to US securities law and regulation. Leland Goss, Managing Director, Credit Suisse. This book really is a practical guide to the US securities laws. It does a great job of explaining the rules and regulations in a way that can be understood by readers that are not themselves US securities lawyers. Peter Castellon, Director andamp; Counsel, Citigroup Corporate andamp; Investment Banking.

The globalisation of the securities markets, rapid technological advancement, the perpetration of widespread cross-border fraud and the proliferation of emerging capital markets have made international financial law an increasingly important area of regulation, practice and research. Its significance will continue to grow in the 21st century, making the advent of a book focusing on developments in international securities law extremely timely. Key topics covered in this book include disclosure requirements, insider trading regulation, global offerings, transnational regulatory co-operation, the role of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO), memoranda of understanding and emerging capital markets. Discussion of these issues is supported by examination of the law and policy in numerous countries, including developed and emerging capital markets. The author makes detailed analysis of applicable legal principles with regard to a wide range of topics, discusses proposed standards for law reform and makes recommendations to enhance international cooperation.