Corporate & Commercial

Corporate and commercial solutions to drive growth 

YTL LLP provides the technical depth and disciplined advocacy essential for navigating the complexities of corporate transactions and commercial operations. We partner with businesses, owners, investors, and board to navigate corporate transactions, governance, and commercial arrangements.  From high-value business arrangements, cross-border ventures, we deliver results-driven advice to meet our clients’ objectives.  

A. Joint Venture & Strategic Alliances 

  • Structure, negotiate and manage domestic and international joint ventures, including:
    • Equity joint ventures in energy, and technology sectors.
    • Governance frameworks, profit-sharing models, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
  • Advise on regulatory approvals, tax restructuring, and exit strategies.

B. Commercial Contracts and Risk Management

  • Draft, review and negotiate:
    • Supply chain agreements, distribution / franchise contracts, and procurement terms.
    • IP licensing, service agreements,  confidentiality agreements, and e-commerce agreements.
  • Mitigate risks in force majeure, termination provisions, and indemnity regimes.

C. Overseas Investments by Hong Kong Entities

  • Guide clients on regulatory compliance, and cross-border tax implications.
  • Advise on anti-bribery law, sanctions compliance.
  • Structure investments in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and emerging markets to align with corporate strategy. 

D. Corporate Governance & Compliance 

  • Board advisory on directors’ duties, and regulatory reporting.
  • Draft shareholders agreements, and crisis management protocols.

Work Highlights

Globally recognised fast-food chain

Advised a global leader in fast-food industry on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and capital management matters.

Shanghai Dongzheng AFC

Advised Shanghai Dongzheng Automotive Finance Ltd. (2718.HK) on its mandatory cash offers made by CICC on behalf of SAIC Motor Corporation Limited.  The value of the offer was approximately HK$490 million. 

Bond Swap Transaction

Advised a private equity fund in entering into a total return swap arrangement with a financial institution for the acquisition of corporate bonds in the sum of US$50 million.

Debt Securities

Advised both issuers and trustees on the issuance of investment-grade bonds and high-yield debts. 

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