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Life Sciences IPOs Are Back, But the Bar is Higher
The U.S. IPO market is no longer frozen for life sciences companies; it is open, albeit selectively. A track record of strong 2026 IPOs is bringing credible issuers back to market, but investors are still demanding maturity, data and discipline. At the same time, the SEC’s pending registered offering and filer-status reforms could give newly public life sciences companies a materially better capital raising toolkit, if adopted, and provide additional tailwinds to the market.
SEC Proposes Regulation E-Delivery: Key Considerations for Issuers
On July 16, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission proposed Regulation E-Delivery, which would permit issuers to use electronic delivery as the default method for satisfying information delivery requirements under the federal securities laws.
SEC Proposes Regulation E-Delivery: Key Considerations For Issuers
FH Foley Hoag LLP More Foley Hoag provides innovative, strategic legal services to public, private and government clients. We have premier capabilities in the life sciences, healthcare, technology, energy, professional services and private funds fields, and in cross-border disputes. The diverse experiences of our lawyers contribute to the exceptional senior-level service we deliver to clients.
SEC Proposes Full Rescission of Climate-Related Disclosure Rules
The Commission’s May 2026 proposal to withdraw its landmark climate disclosure regime marks a decisive shift in federal ESG rulemaking—with significant strategic implications for public companies, investors, and legal counsel navigating a fragmented disclosure landscape. The Securities and Exchange Commission on May 29, 2026 issued a proposed rulemaking to rescind, in their entirety, the climate-related disclosure rules it adopted in March 2024.
Cannabis Rescheduling and the Path to U.S. Exchange Listings: What Management Teams Need to Know Now
The federal regulatory landscape governing cannabis in the United States is undergoing its most significant transformation in over fifty years. On December 18, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order directing the Department of Justice to expedite the reclassification of marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act.
Cannabis Rescheduling And The Path To U.S. Exchange Listings: What Management Teams Need To Know Now
Ryan M. Rourke Reed’s articles from Foley Hoag LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Retail & Leisure and Securities & Investment industries The federal regulatory landscape governing cannabis in the United States is undergoing its most significant transformation in over fifty years.
SEC Proposes Sweeping Registered Offering Reform and Filer Status Simplification
On May 19, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission issued two companion proposed rulemakings that, if adopted, would represent the most significant overhaul of the Securities Act registration framework and Exchange Act filer status system in over two decades.
SEC Proposes Sweeping Registered Offering Reform And Filer Status Simplification
Ryan M. Rourke Reed’s articles from Foley Hoag LLP are most popular: with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Retail & Leisure and Securities & Investment industries On May 19, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission issued two companion proposed rulemakings that, if adopted, would represent the most significant overhaul of the Securities Act registration framework and Exchange Act filer status system in over two decades.
Change On The Way: SEC Reiterates Commitment To Disclose Reform
Foley Hoag LLP are most popular: within Antitrust/Competition Law and Immigration topic(s) Last week, James Moloney, Director of the SEC's Division of Corporation Finance, released a statement reiterating the Division's general commitment to disclosure reform on an expedited timeline.
Change on the Way: SEC Reiterates Commitment to Disclose Reform | JD Supra
Last week, James Moloney, Director of the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance, released a statement reiterating the Division’s general commitment to disclosure reform on an expedited timeline.
Key Themes from the 2026 J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference: Evidence, Execution and Emerging Momentum | JD Supra
Coming off the expectations we outlined in our J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference Preview, this year’s conference in San Francisco largely delivered on its promise: acceleration with structure, renewed dealmaking confidence, and a sharper focus on validated science and disciplined execution.
Reforming Regulation S‑K: Chairman Atkins Signals A Return To Materiality
Foley Hoag LLP are most popular: within Antitrust/Competition Law and Immigration topic(s) On January 13, 2026, SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins has announced a comprehensive, materiality‑first review of Regulation S‑K to combat disclosure overload and sharpen focus on what a reasonable investor would find useful for making investment decisions.
Reforming Regulation S‑K: Chairman Atkins Signals a Return to Materiality | JD Supra
On January 13, 2026, SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins has announced a comprehensive, materiality‑first review of Regulation S‑K to combat disclosure overload and sharpen focus on what a reasonable investor would find useful for making investment decisions. Chairman Atkins noted that over the past four decades Regulation S-K has expanded substantially, and current disclosures often mix information that is material to reasonable investors with large volumes of immaterial detail.
2026 J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference Preview: Dealmaking, Capital, And Strategic Themes To Watch
Foley Hoag LLP are most popular: within Antitrust/Competition Law and Immigration topic(s) Heading into the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, the conversation will center on accelerated deal flow, selective but improving capital access, and disciplined execution. Strategic buyers face patent cliffs and pipeline gaps, investors are seeking risk‑adjusted structures, and operators are focused on manufacturing readiness and payer dynamics.
2026 J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference Preview: Dealmaking, Capital, and Strategic Themes to Watch | JD Supra
Heading into the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, the conversation will center on accelerated deal flow, selective but improving capital access, and disciplined execution. Strategic buyers face patent cliffs and pipeline gaps, investors are seeking risk‑adjusted structures, and operators are focused on manufacturing readiness and payer dynamics. Antitrust scrutiny remains a planning variable, but it is shaping deal design more than stopping transactions.
SEC Staff Updates Guidance To Enable IPOs During Government Shutdown
FH Foley Hoag LLP More Foley Hoag provides innovative, strategic legal services to public, private and government clients. We have premier capabilities in the life sciences, healthcare, technology, energy, professional services and private funds fields, and in cross-border disputes. The diverse experiences of our lawyers contribute to the exceptional senior-level service we deliver to clients.
SEC Signals Potential Shift in Disclosure Requirements | JD Supra
Recent developments at the SEC highlight the Commission’s focus on reducing disclosure burdens for companies and encouraging public capital formation. SEC Executive Compensation Roundtable Executive compensation disclosure requirements were the primary topic of the June 26, 2025 SEC roundtable, with particular focus on the CEO pay ratio and pay-versus-performance disclosure rules and perquisites.
SEC Expands Confidential Registration Statement Submission Process
FH Foley Hoag LLP More Foley Hoag provides innovative, strategic legal services to public, private and government clients. We have premier capabilities in the life sciences, healthcare, technology, energy, professional services and private funds fields, and in cross-border disputes. The diverse experiences of our lawyers contribute to the exceptional senior-level service we deliver to clients.
SEC Expands Confidential Registration Statement Submission Process | JD Supra
On March 3, 2025, the Staff of the SEC Division of Corporate Finance announced an expansion of the accommodations that allow issuers to confidentially submit draft registration statements (DRSs) for nonpublic review. This is a welcome change that will allow an expanded group of issuers to proceed with a potential offering on a confidential basis—providing critical optionality especially in volatile and uncertain market environments.
Nasdaq's Board Diversity Rules Struck Down By 5th Circuit
On December 11, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit vacated the SEC's approval of Nasdaq's board diversity disclosure rules. These rules were approved by the SEC on August 6, 2021 and required listed companies to (i) disclose statistical information regarding the diversity of the company's board and (ii) on a phased basis, have, or explain why they do not have, at least two diverse directors on the board of directors.
EXPERT INSIGHTS-10 DISCLOSURE CONSIDERATIONS FOR PUBLIC COMPANIES GIVEN TRUMP'S AND DOJ'S OUTLOOK ON ‘ILLEGAL DEI’
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10 Disclosure Considerations For Public Companies Given Trump's And DOJ's Outlook On "Illegal DEI"
FH Foley Hoag LLP More Foley Hoag provides innovative, strategic legal services to public, private and government clients. We have premier capabilities in the life sciences, healthcare, technology, energy, professional services and private funds fields, and in cross-border disputes. The diverse experiences of our lawyers contribute to the exceptional senior-level service we deliver to clients.
10 Disclosure Considerations for Public Companies Given Trump’s and DOJ’s Outlook on “Illegal DEI” | JD Supra
Background As we previously explained, Trump issued a handful of executive orders aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion (“DEI”) programs and policies within the federal government and encouraged the private sector (including public companies) to follow suit.
Nasdaq’s Board Diversity Rules Struck Down by 5th Circuit | JD Supra
On December 11, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit vacated the SEC’s approval of Nasdaq’s board diversity disclosure rules. These rules were approved by the SEC on August 6, 2021 and required listed companies to (i) disclose statistical information regarding the diversity of the company's board and (ii) on a phased basis, have, or explain why they do not have, at least two diverse directors on the board of directors.
Preparing to Comply with the SEC’s New Climate Rules | JD Supra
On March 6, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted final rules relating to climate-related risks, which are available here. The new rules will require extensive new disclosures, which in turn will require affected public companies to update their internal systems and procedures to facilitate compliance with the new rules.
SEC Adopts Final Rules Regarding Climate-Related Disclosures | JD Supra
On March 6, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted, by a 3-2 vote, final rules regarding the enhancement and standardization of climate-related disclosures. The final rules are available here. The final rules are the culmination of almost two years of work since the proposed rules were issued in October 2022. They represent a compromise between the goals of shareholder and environmental advocates, on the one hand, and reporting issuers, on the other.
FAQs On Nasdaq & NYSE Executive Compensation Clawback Policy Requirements
*Timing Update* The New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") and Nasdaq filed amendments to their proposed rules requiring that all listed companies adopt adequate clawback policies on executive compensation.1 Under the amended proposals, these listing standards would become effective on October 2, 2023 and companies would be required to adopt compliant clawback policies on or before December 1, 2023 (60 days after the effective date).2 What is the clawback requirement?
FAQs on Nasdaq & NYSE Executive Compensation Clawback Policy Requirements | JD Supra
*Timing Update* The New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) and Nasdaq filed amendments to their proposed rules requiring that all listed companies adopt adequate clawback policies on executive compensation.[1] Under the amended proposals, these listing standards would become effective on October 2, 2023 and companies would be required to adopt compliant clawback policies on or before December 1, 2023 (60 days after the effective date).[2] What is the clawback requirement?
FAQs on Nasdaq & NYSE Executive Compensation Clawback Policy Requirements
*Timing Update* The New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) and Nasdaq filed amendments to their proposed rules requiring that all listed companies adopt adequate clawback policies on executive compensation.[1] Under the amended proposals, these listing standards would become effective on October 2, 2023 and companies would be required to adopt compliant clawback policies on or before December 1, 2023 (60 days after the effective date).[2] What is the clawback requirement?
Heightened Share Repurchase Disclosure Adopted By SEC
Key Takeaways: The SEC adopted final rules that seek to modernize and improve disclosures related to stock buyback programs.
Heightened Share Repurchase Disclosure Adopted by SEC | JD Supra
Key Takeaways: The SEC adopted final rules that seek to modernize and improve disclosures related to stock buyback programs.
Heightened Share Repurchase Disclosure Adopted by SEC
Key Takeaways: The SEC adopted final rules that seek to modernize and improve disclosures related to stock buyback programs.
SVB Closure: Public Company Disclosure Considerations | JD Supra
Key Takeaways: Since Friday, March 10, 2023, more than 300 public companies have filed current reports on Form 8-K regarding the closure of Silicon Valley Bank ("SVB").
SVB Closure: Public Company Disclosure Considerations
Key Takeaways: Since Friday, March 10, 2023, more than 300 public companies have filed current reports on Form 8-K regarding the closure of Silicon Valley Bank (“SVB”).
New Fee Table Rule Change Reminder | JD Supra
Don’t forget that new SEC rules went into effect on January 31, 2022 to modernize filing fee disclosure and payment methods for securities transactions. These amendments include moving the fee table from the registration statement cover page to a separate exhibit. Click here to view the new rules.
New Fee Table Rule Change Reminder
United States: New Fee Table Rule Change Reminder 03 February 2022 Foley Hoag LLP Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Don't forget that new SEC rules went into effect on January 31, 2022 to modernize filing fee disclosure and payment methods for securities transactions. These amendments include moving the fee table from the registration statement cover page to a separate exhibit. Click here to view the new rules.
New Fee Table Rule Change Reminder
Don’t forget that new SEC rules went into effect on January 31, 2022 to modernize filing fee disclosure and payment methods for securities transactions. These amendments include moving the fee table from the registration statement cover page to a separate exhibit. Click here to view the new rules. The post New Fee Table Rule Change Reminder first appeared on IPO, Then What?.
Watch Now: M&A Forum – SPACs – Fad Or Here To Stay (Video) - Corporate/Commercial Law - United States
United States: Watch Now: M&A Forum – SPACs – Fad Or Here To Stay (Video) 01 March 2021 by Stacie S. Aarestad , William R. Kolb and Ryan M. Rourke Reed Foley Hoag LLP Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) have been gaining traction as one of the most popular exit strategies over the last year.
Primary Direct Listings - Corporate/Commercial Law - United States
United States: Primary Direct Listings 04 January 2021 Foley Hoag LLP To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. What you need to know about this IPO alternative On December 22, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved a NYSE rule that permits an issuer, at the time of an initial listing on the NYSE, to conduct a primary offering as part of a direct listing without conducting a firm commitment underwritten offering.
Primary Direct Listings | JD Supra
What you need to know about this IPO alternative On December 22, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved a NYSE rule that permits an issuer, at the time of an initial listing on the NYSE, to conduct a primary offering as part of a direct listing without conducting a firm commitment underwritten offering.
SEC Issues Guidance On Interplay Between Form S-3 And Relief Under COVID-19 Order
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SEC Issues Guidance on Interplay Between Form S-3 and Relief Under COVID-19 Order | JD Supra
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Governor Baker Provides Relief to Massachusetts Public Companies by Permitting Virtual-Only Annual Meetings amid COVID-19 Pandemic | JD Supra
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It's The Little Things.
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COVID-19 Relief—A Public Company Quick Reference Guide - Corporate/Commercial Law - United States
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It’s the little things. | JD Supra
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And the investment banks shall lead the way? | JD Supra
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And The Investment Banks Shall Lead The Way?
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