Big Data, Technology and the Changing Face of Forensic Accounting

Forensic accounting and corporate intelligence skills have both long been essential elements of any effective financial investigation, whether related to fraud or other malfeasance. In addition to these disciplines, the importance of technology to buttress these disciplines is frequently underestimated. In this article published by Lexology, Gwynn Hopkins and Tavish MacLean present a few of the technological challenges forensic accounts face in litigation support, together with the solutions being promoted by the profession.

The Role of Independent Directors: Navigating Challenges and Case Studies

Directorships are pivotal positions within companies and carry a set of diverse responsibilities and legal obligations. Independent directors may step into directorship positions when companies face financial and operational distress, malfeasance and fraud, and complex regulatory challenges. Independent directors also step in to provide specialist expertise, impartial oversight, and ensure corporate governance and compliance standards are maintained. In this article, we will explore the importance of independent directors and scenarios in which they may be needed, as well as specific case studies where we have taken on directorship appointments to help clients navigate these challenging situations.

Thought LeadershipGwynn HopkinsMarch 26, 2024

Staying Afloat During the Chinese Property Market Downturn

The Chinese property market has been in decline in China for the last few years, with buyers reluctant to buy and lenders unwilling to lend. Caught in the middle are cash-strapped developers. But is the situation turning around – and what can creditors and investors do?

Government Investigations in Hong Kong

Businesses in Hong Kong are responsible for ensuring they adhere to strict civil and criminal rules and regulations, such as the prevention of fraud, money laundering and bribery, and securities laws. This is how to make sure your company complies and what to do if your business is under investigation.

Does the high inflation and increase in interest rates affect you and the way you run your business?

The most sensitive indicator of economic health for our wallets is inflation, which may be defined as an increase in the overall cost of goods and services.

Thought LeadershipNataliya ShokurovaDecember 21, 2022inflation, interest rates, economy, business, Singapore

Three ways food and beverage businesses can innovate in a post-pandemic world

Restaurants had to pivot rapidly during Covid to survive. With life now getting back to normal post-pandemic, what lessons can be learnt and what is the outlook for the food and beverage industry? Here are three thoughts for how the sector can embrace change to sustain their businesses in the long term.

Thought LeadershipPerun ConsultantsNovember 7, 2022food and beverage, COVID-19

What You Need to Know About Corporate Rescue/Restructuring in Hong Kong

Unlike in other parts of the world, there isn’t a formal corporate rescue regime in Hong Kong. So, what can be done if your company is in distress?

Thought LeadershipPerun ConsultantsSeptember 29, 2022Restructuring, Hong Kong

What Does the New Economic Landscape Mean for Business Health in 2022?

As we emerge from Covid-19 into turbulent financial times, insolvencies are on the rise and businesses are under pressure. Will the number of distressed companies increase this year – and what can they do to ride out the storm?

Thought LeadershipGwynn HopkinsAugust 23, 2022financial distress, Business, COVID-19

Debt Restructuring or Recovery – Which Route to Pursue, Why & How?

Financial distress can devastate a business and be costly for lenders. In this guide we will explain the differences between debt restructuring and debt recovery and which option is better for lenders. We also discuss the role of an independent financial advisor and how one may help both lenders and borrowers in distressed situations.

Thought LeadershipPerun ConsultantsAugust 3, 2022debt, Restructuring, recovery

How to Restructure Your Offshore Chinese Debt

Is the once-buoyant property market bubble in China about to burst? With funding liquidity drying up and slow sales, Chinese developers have been facing challenges on two fronts for the past few years.

Thought LeadershipConnie LauMarch 29, 2022real estate, china, debt, Restructuring

How to Help Your Business Overcome Financial Distress

The world is going through a period of unprecedented uncertainty brought on by the pandemic and its consequences. For businesses affected, this is how you can weather the storm.

Thought LeadershipConnie LauDecember 7, 2021financial distress, COVID-19, recovering

Why Directors Need to Act Now to Avoid Financial Distress

The coronavirus pandemic has put the world into a tailspin. All businesses are affected as they come under unprecedented pressure from the disruption and as trade evaporates. For companies experiencing distress, the earlier its directors take action to perform a financial health check and monitor the situation, the better the prospects for survival and recovery.

Thought LeadershipConnie LauJuly 1, 2021financial distress, COVID-19

2021 – Insolvency, Restructuring and Recovery – a Legal, Accounting and Practical Overview

Join Charltons and Perun Consultants in a THREE part webinar series focusing on Insolvency, restructuring & recovery.

Investigations & White-Collar Crime: Gwynn Hopkins Talks to Financier Worldwide

Our Managing Director Gwynn Hopkins was recently featured in the latest issue of Financier Worldwide, discussing Perun Consultants and white-collar crime in the age of COVID-19.

The Solvent Liquidation Process in Hong Kong Explained

It usually takes seven to 12 months to complete the liquidation of a solvent company in Hong Kong. This is how the process works and why you should consider a Members’ Voluntary Liquidation if the business has fulfilled its purpose or wants to cease trading.

Thought Leadership, GlossaryConnie LauNovember 13, 2020liquidation, Hong Kong

Could a Conflict Director Help Your Company Through a Crisis?

For many business owners, the pandemic of 2020 is one of the biggest professional crises they are likely to face ever as they try to maintain revenues in faltering economies. Bringing in an independent conflict director could make all the difference.

Thought LeadershipTavish MacLeanOctober 28, 2020crisis management, COVID-19, conflict director, directors

COVID-19: The Perfect Storm for White-Collar Crime

The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed many aspects of our lives, from the way we work to how we live. And in doing so it’s given rise to an increase in fraud.

Thought LeadershipGwynn HopkinsOctober 21, 2020COVID-19, white collar crime, fraud

New Era, New Rules: How to Emerge Stronger in a Post-COVID World

With no sign of COVID-19 abating, and with the pandemic surpassing all traditional benchmarks, businesses need to prepare for a paradigm shift in the “new normal”.

Corporate Fraud and Corruption in China

Businesses in China are reporting greater rates of internal and third-party crime but mitigating the risk is not straightforward. Is your company adequately protected?

Thought LeadershipGwynn HopkinsJuly 8, 2020China, Fraud, Corruption

News & Articles from Perun

The Chinese property market has been in decline in China for the last few years, with buyers reluctant to buy and lenders unwilling to lend. Caught in the middle are cash-strapped developers. But is the situation turning around – and what can creditors and investors do?

The most sensitive indicator of economic health for our wallets is inflation, which may be defined as an increase in the overall cost of goods and services.

Unlike in other parts of the world, there isn’t a formal corporate rescue regime in Hong Kong. So, what can be done if your company is in distress?

As we emerge from Covid-19 into turbulent financial times, insolvencies are on the rise and businesses are under pressure. Will the number of distressed companies increase this year – and what can they do to ride out the storm?

Is the once-buoyant property market bubble in China about to burst? With funding liquidity drying up and slow sales, Chinese developers have been facing challenges on two fronts for the past few years.

The world is going through a period of unprecedented uncertainty brought on by the pandemic and its consequences. For businesses affected, this is how you can weather the storm.

Join Charltons and Perun Consultants in a THREE part webinar series focusing on Insolvency, restructuring & recovery.

Our Managing Director Gwynn Hopkins was recently featured in the latest issue of Financier Worldwide, discussing Perun Consultants and white-collar crime in the age of COVID-19.

It usually takes seven to 12 months to complete the liquidation of a solvent company in Hong Kong. This is how the process works and why you should consider a Members’ Voluntary Liquidation if the business has fulfilled its purpose or wants to cease trading.

For many business owners, the pandemic of 2020 is one of the biggest professional crises they are likely to face ever as they try to maintain revenues in faltering economies. Bringing in an independent conflict director could make all the difference.

The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed many aspects of our lives, from the way we work to how we live. And in doing so it’s given rise to an increase in fraud.

With no sign of COVID-19 abating, and with the pandemic surpassing all traditional benchmarks, businesses need to prepare for a paradigm shift in the “new normal”.

Businesses in China are reporting greater rates of internal and third-party crime but mitigating the risk is not straightforward. Is your company adequately protected?

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