Simpson Thacher Attorneys Author Article on Key Takeaways From CFIUS Annual Report
Partners Mick Tuesley and Mark Skerry, and Associate Jill Boggs, authored an article titled, “6 Key Takeaways From CFIUS Annual Report,” which was published in Law360. The article analyzes the U.S. Department of the Treasury's 2025 annual report on the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (“CFIUS”) and highlights several developments shaping the foreign investment review landscape. The authors discuss the rebound in CFIUS filing volumes, the launch of the Known Investor Pilot Program, continued emphasis on enforcement and compliance, ongoing scrutiny of China-related transactions and the implementation of the Administration's America First Investment Policy. The article also examines the practical implications of these trends for private equity sponsors, dealmakers and M&A practitioners, emphasizing the importance of incorporating CFIUS planning into transaction strategy from the outset.
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