Facing liquidation? Early intervention could make all the difference

As economic pressures continue to bear down on businesses, liquidations are reaching significant levels. Image: Supplied In a recent interview, PJ Veldhuizen, managing director of specialist commercial law firm Gillan & Veldhuizen Inc, highlighted that liquidations remain prevalent in the post-Covid landscape. “In January 2024 alone, there was a 34.6% increase in business liquidations compared…

Number of companies going bust hits 30-year high

Getty Images More than 25,000 company insolvencies were registered in 2023, the highest number since 1993, as firms struggled with rising costs and interest rates. Companies faced higher energy bills, while consumer spending was squeezed by the cost of living crisis. The new figures show one in 186 active firms went bust in 2023. Scotland…

NCLT Holds All liabilities of corporate debtor stand extinguished Extinguished After Approval Of Resolution Plan

The tribunal held that approval of the resolution plan cannot be subjected to the ongoing arbitral proceedings between the parties The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) of  Bengaluru bench has held that all claims including subject matter of ongoing arbitration proceedings will stand extinguished after the approval of the Resolution Plan under Insolvency Bankruptcy Code…

Pinot & Picasso franchisor falls into administration

The future of popular paint-and-sip business Pinot & Picasso is uncertain after its master franchisor entered voluntary administration last week. However, the administrator of the business has confirmed to SmartCompany it will continue to trade during the voluntary administration process. Veuve Ventures Pty Ltd and seven related entities appointed Sule Arnautovic of Salea Advisory to…