Banking perspectives across Europe

Banking perspectives across Europe

Hot topics from the legal horizon

December 09, 2025

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Our regular carousel of hot topics highlights the key Banking perspectives on legal, regulatory and market themes shaping decision-making for borrowers and lenders across Europe.

This edition looks at how evolving loan market and M&A dynamics, the growth of private credit and alternative capital solutions, and shifting geopolitical and sanctions risks are influencing financing structures and risk allocation. It also explores the increasing prominence of ESG and transition finance in credit analysis, the latest trends in restructurings and liability management, and the impact of new regimes on AI, foreign investment screening and wider financial services regulation.

As a snapshot of issues to watch over the coming year, the publication is designed as a practical horizon-scanner for banks, funds, corporates and sponsors alike.

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