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Understanding the Difference Between Hedge Funds and Private Equity

MergersCorp M&A International

The world of finance is often daunting, especially for those unfamiliar with the intricacies of investment vehicles like hedge funds and private equity. Exiting an investment often requires a sale, merger, or public offering of the target company.

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SPAC Trend Gives Rise to Securities Enforcement and Litigation Risks

Cooley M&A

Special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) are on the rise. A SPAC is a publicly traded shell company with no underlying operating business that seeks to merge with a target operating company. In light of the trend, the US Securities Exchange Commission’s Division of Corporation Finance recently issued SPAC disclosure guidance.