Cayman Islands: Corporate and Company Law

The Cayman Islands Grand Court has dismissed a US$1.4 billion appraisal claim following 58.com's management-led take-private transaction, confirming the merger price of US$56 per ADS as fair value.

Plume Foundation SEZC has established itself within Cayman Enterprise City's special economic zones to support the Plume blockchain network's governance and growth.

Stuarts Humphries has earned recognition as a compact independent firm delivering exceptional value in funds counsel, cryptocurrency expertise, and regulatory compliance. Clients praise the firm's responsiveness, real-world solutions, and partners who roll up their sleeves to provide personalized service. The firm balances business acumen with legal precision while offering substantial value compared to larger competitors in the jurisdiction.

Most regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands have remained stable over the past year, with Private Funds increasing by approximately 2.5% and Mutual Funds remaining broadly flat.

Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (“SPACs”) have resurged in somewhat of a renaissance with SPAC IPOs doubling in 2025 and their value tripling each year since 2024.

Registered Persons under the Securities Investment Business Act (Revised) (SIBA) attract regulatory requirements including annual reporting requirements with key filing deadlines falling in January and, typically, December each year.

While accurate Cayman Islands- specific data is not available, over the last 24 months, a significant proportion of M&A transactions involving Cayman Islands...

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The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority ("CIMA") has issued an advisory introducing a new reporting requirement for entities registered as Registered Persons under the securities investment business regime.