CEE: In this September 2025 edition, we examine key industry trends, significant issues, legislative developments, and how they translate into risks, challenges and opportunities for all stakeholders involved in the transition of the energy sector in the CEE region.

New Zealand: On 18 September 2025 the High Court released its highly anticipated decision regarding the Financial Markets Authority’s (FMA) “eligible investor” case stated application. In this Financial Law Insight, we dive into the judgment, the reasoning of Fitzgerald J, and where matters now stand in relation to wholesale investor exclusions.