Unlike domestic U.S. transactions, cross-border transactions can introduce an additional layer of complexity. In particular, U.S. buyers seeking to acquire Canadian targets often need to navigate several potential issues leading up to closing and during the holding period. Recent legislative changes in Canada have also made it even more complicated to hold a Canadian target.
Join us as we discuss:
- Potential benefits of utilizing a Canadian acquisition company to acquire a Canadian target
- Impact of the Canadian thin capitalization rules on cross-border financing
- Navigating changes to U.S. debt limitations
- Impact of withholding taxes during the holding period
- Hybrid structures and issues associated with the repatriation of cash
- Implications of Canada’s proposed EIFEL rules
