Frankfurt Transatlantic Deals: LANA AP.MA US Market Entry
Frankfurt law firm for transatlantic deals: For many DACH mid-market groups and US companies, Frankfurt is the ideal hub for cross-border transactions, US market entry and defence-related projects. This article explains how a boutique like LANA AP.MA International Legal Services structures transatlantic work, controls risk and accelerates outcomes for both European and US clients. Why […]
Dual-Use Compliance: Essential Guide for Global Market Entry
Dual-Use Compliance Basics: What Businesses Need to Know Today Exporting dual-use goods comes with specific legal complexities that companies entering global markets—especially the U.S. defense sector—cannot ignore. This article outlines key principles of dual-use compliance, classification mechanisms, and practical risk management structures for business leaders navigating international transactions. What Are Dual-Use Items and Why Is […]
US Distributor Search Strategy: A Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-Step US Distributor Search Strategy Step-by-Step US Distributor Search Strategy Successfully entering the US market requires more than setting up operations—it demands access. For many B2B companies, this means securing the right distribution partner. This article outlines a structured, risk-controlled search strategy to identify, vet, and contract US distributors as part of an optimized go-to-market […]
Performance Metrics vs Outcome Metrics for US Market Entry
Performance Metrics vs. Outcome Metrics in US Market Entry When expanding into the US, companies often measure success through key metrics. However, not all metrics are created equal. Understanding the difference between performance metrics and outcome metrics can sharpen strategic focus, minimize liability risks, and drive real growth—especially within complex sectors like defence or cross-border […]
MARKET-ENTRY USA 2025: Do’s and Don’ts – PART I
The US Mark – Is it worth the effort to join? The US market is a high-priced and very large market with over 340 million inhabitants, making it more attractive than any other market. The legal framework and transaction security are right. There is still real money to be made in the US – despite […]
CoinShares US Market Entry: $1.2B Merger Fuels Nasdaq Listing
Introduction: CoinShares US market entry has advanced with the announcement of a $1.2 billion merger deal. The European digital asset leader will list on Nasdaq by December 2025, marking a shift from its Stockholm base to the world’s most liquid equity market. This strategic step is designed to strengthen global visibility, attract institutional investors, and […]
Right Time to Sell: What Business Owners Need to Know
The right time to sell a company is one of the most decisive factors for a successful deal. Selling too early often means leaving money on the table, while waiting too long can reduce valuation or even scare off potential buyers. That is why timing should never be a spontaneous decision but a carefully prepared […]
How Foreign Enterprises Set up Branches (Representative Offices) in China
If you are about to enter the Chinese market, and your company outside China can conduct cross-border transactions with business partners in China, then, you only need to set up a branch (representative office) in China, through which you can do market research, get in touch with business partners, and contact import/export trade. If you […]
MARKET ENTRY or RELOCATING Switzerland 2025: Experience Report SWITZERLAND – PART II
A) Arriving in Switzerland – Finding the right location? The following contribution is intended as a continuation of the first part and outlines further key aspects for market entry in Switzerland. Switzerland is not a low-tax country per se. The decisive factor is the respective canton, which holds the tax authority. For example, Basel-Stadt is […]
MARKET-ENTRY & RELOCATING Switzerland 2025: Experience report SWIZTERLAND – PART I
A) High-priced but very difficult market: Switzerland: In March 2025, the time had also come for the undersigned: harassed for years by German authorities and the German justice system, the undersigned’s law firm also joined the large flow of high-potentials to turn its back on Germany for good. Parties such as the Greens, CDU/CSU and […]
