Major “root and branch” overhaul of Australia’s corporate insolvency regime announced

The first major review of Australia’s corporate insolvency regime in more than 30 years, the Federal Government’s Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services (‘Committee’) has announced a “root and branch” overhaul of the structures regulating corporate insolvency within Australia (‘Inquiry’). Why now? With the last major review of Australia’s corporate insolvency regime occurring…

Allianz Trade Insolvency Report

What’s behind this acceleration? The recession in corporate revenues is gaining traction amid lower pricing power and weaker global demand: As of Q2 2023, the revenue recession has been broad-based across all regions for the first time since mid-2020 (-1.9% y/y). This combined with continued high costs is squeezing profitability. As a result, liquidity positions…

Important Judgments By Supreme Court In 2024

As the year 2024 nears its end, LiveLaw brings to you a summary of important Supreme Court judgments of the year rendered in connection with the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. The same are as follows: 1. IBC – Is Dissenting Financial Creditor Entitled To Minimum Value Of Security Interest? Supreme Court Refers To Larger…

Chinese Fraudsters Lure Victims With Debt Relief Schemes

(MENAFN– Live Mint) Similar to the popular South Korean TV series Squid Game, fraudsters in China are eyeing people who are struggling financially amid a slumping Economy by promising prize money, debt restructuring, and unusual schemes. However, Chinese players are taking“self-discipline” challenges to not risk their lives, unlike the series Squid Game, which is set…