Capital Markets: Debt

Herbert Smith Freehills has an equity practice with an impressive offering in Australia and a respected practice in China. It has also been advising on complicated IPOs in South-East Asia, including Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia. On the debt side, the team has a solid reputation for advising on investment-grade work, acting for businesses, investment banks and sovereigns on high-value offerings. Additionally, the team advises on high-yield bond offerings.

"The team consistently demonstrates a keen attention to detail, as well as a remarkable ability to analyse and interpret complex information. They possess exceptional problem-solving skills and are adept at developing innovative strategies to achieve favourable outcomes for their clients."

Herbert Smith Freehills advised CITIC Securities, Citigroup and Goldman Sachs as joint sponsors of Onewo's HKD5.6 billion listing on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Herbert Smtih Freehills acted as Australian counsel for Air New Zealand on its two-for-one traditional renounceable rights issue, raising NZD1.2 billion.

Patrick Lowden is head of DCM in Australia and a key client contact for the firm. Matt Emsley is a key contact in Hong Kong. Xavier Amadei is a key contact in Singapore.