Slaughter and May's notable corporate client base is reflected in the fact that most of the firm's DCM work is issuer-oriented, encompassing transactions in stringently regulated sectors that demand a comprehensive grasp of the regulatory framework governing capital markets. Lisa Chung is a key member of the team and as well as handling a myriad conventional bond issuances, including for the likes of MTR Corporation, she has also been at the forefront of the team's ESG efforts, reflected in her involvement in numerous green bonds. Benita Yu heads up the overarching corporate team which houses the capital markets offering.
Key clients
- Agricultural Bank of China
- Swire Properties Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Agricultural Bank of China on its issuance of $300m Floating Rate Notes due 2027.
- Advised Swire Properties on the issuances by its wholly-owned subsidiary, Swire Properties MTN Financing Limited, of CNY2.5bn 3.30% Green Notes due 2025 and CNY700m 3.55% Green Notes due 2028, being the largest corporate green “dim sum” bond issuance in Hong Kong.