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Jul 23, 2025

Here We Go Again - Risk Factors and Other Reminders for Upcoming Quarterly Reports

In April, companies were faced with addressing the impacts of tariffs and a global trade war, as discussed in our April 8, 2025 post.  Companies now find themselves grappling with the need to re-address these issues in light of the possible August 1st effective date for additional tariffs, the impact of recent and potential trade deals and other developments.  Companies should give consideration to updating, among other things, risk factors, MD&A, guidance and forward-looking disclosures.
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Jul 22, 2025

HK Security of Payment Ordinance – new rules regarding setting aside and enforcement of adjudication determinations

On 11 July 2025, the Hong Kong Government gazetted the Construction Industry Security of Payment Rules (“Rules”)[1]. The Rules, made by the Chief Judge of the High Court under section 50 of the Construction Industry Security of Payment Ordinance (Cap 652) (“SOP Ordinance”), provide the practice and procedure to be followed in respect of applications to set aside or enforce a determination made in adjudication proceedings (“Applications”) under sections 48 and 49 of the SOP Ordinance.
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Jul 18, 2025

New CMA Draft Guidance on Price Transparency: What You Need to Know

On 3 July, the CMA issued its draft guidance on the price transparency provisions in the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA), and launched a consultation on this draft guidance (to close on 8 September 2025).  The new guidance is a supplement to the Unfair Commercial Practices guidance (CMA207).

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Blog Post
Jul 23, 2025
Here We Go Again - Risk Factors and Other Reminders for Upcoming Quarterly Reports
In April, companies were faced with addressing the impacts of tariffs and a global trade war, as discussed in our April 8, 2025 post.  Companies now find themselves grappling with the need to re-address these issues in light of the possible August 1st effective date for additional tariffs, the impact of recent and potential trade deals and other developments.  Companies should give consideration to updating, among other things, risk factors, MD&A, guidance and forward-looking disclosures.
Insights
Jul 22, 2025
Transforming Saudi Arabia's Hotel Industry: Recent Licensing Reforms
Insights
Jul 22, 2025
HK Security of Payment Ordinance – new rules regarding setting aside and enforcement of adjudication determinations
On 11 July 2025, the Hong Kong Government gazetted the Construction Industry Security of Payment Rules (“Rules”)[1]. The Rules, made by the Chief Judge of the High Court under section 50 of the Construction Industry Security of Payment Ordinance (Cap 652) (“SOP Ordinance”), provide the practice and procedure to be followed in respect of applications to set aside or enforce a determination made in adjudication proceedings (“Applications”) under sections 48 and 49 of the SOP Ordinance.
News
Jul 22, 2025
Launching BCLP’s First Responsible Business Report
Insights
Jul 22, 2025
NEW YORK'S SWEEPING ALGORITHMIC PRICING REFORMS – WHAT RETAILERS NEED TO KNOW
News
Jul 21, 2025
BCLP Strengthens U.S. Corporate Transactions Bench with Private Equity Partner Addition
Insights
Jul 21, 2025
Qualified Small Business Stock Benefits Expanded Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Insights
Jul 18, 2025
New CMA Draft Guidance on Price Transparency: What You Need to Know
On 3 July, the CMA issued its draft guidance on the price transparency provisions in the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA), and launched a consultation on this draft guidance (to close on 8 September 2025).  The new guidance is a supplement to the Unfair Commercial Practices guidance (CMA207).
Insights
Jul 18, 2025
What the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” means for the renewable energy industry, and how it can adapt