Divided Congress Limits Legislative Possibilities, Shifts Focus to Financial Regulators
Trade is among the areas for bipartisanship in a divided Congress, while regulatory activity ramps up and the debt ceiling looms
Policy Updates
When Hiring a CFO, PE Firms Refuse to Settle
Amid macroeconomic pressures, PE firms need CFOs who can turn challenges into opportunities
Without SAFE Banking Act’s Passage, What’s Next for Cannabis M&A?
Congress failed to pass the SAFE Banking Act in its lame-duck session. Burns & Levinson attorneys share what that means for dealmakers
3 Areas of Private Equity the SEC Is Watching in 2023
Recent SEC initiatives raise concerns for middle-market PE firms
Antitrust Regulation Could Lead to Uptick in Tech Carve-outs
Lawmakers are expected to take a stronger stance on antitrust practices from big tech companies. Could that spell opportunity for acquirers?
SEC Moves to Revise Reporting Rules on Private Equity
The SEC is considering updates to its filing documents that could require private equity firms to disclose more information to the agency, changes to its SPAC policy, and more.
SEC Chief Seeks Expanded Reporting Requirements on PE Funds | Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The SEC is exploring options to raise reporting requirements for private equity advisors, the Fed will keep its easy money policy in place, and the White House continues infrastructure talks.
Anti-SPAC Bill Surfaces in Hearing | Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
A draft bill would remove protections for SPACs, the Fed warns of leveraged loan risk, and lawmakers barter over an infrastructure spending bill.
Fed Governor Allays Inflation Fears | Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
A high-ranking member of the Fed quelled inflation fears, the House will hold a SPAC hearing, and the SEC's next Government-Business Forum will focus on small and emerging funds.
Fed Maintains Rate in Spite of Early Signs of Overheating | Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The Fed holds interest rates despite overheating signs, Treasury Secretary Yellen withdraws comments on fiscal policy, and research supports PE-backed hospitals.