
Setterwalls’ capital markets group has a strong reputation for its issuer-side ECM expertise, which covers dual listings, share and rights issuances, and IPOs. Jörgen S. Axelsson has more than 25 years of experience handling domestic and international IPOs, public takeovers, and convertible bond issues. Marcus Nivinger advises on IPOs, rights issuances, public takeovers, and private placements on the main and growth markets; he is also noted for chairing shareholders’ meetings. Ola Grahn in Malmö is especially active on ECM transactions in the life sciences sector. Axel Helle, promoted to partner in January 2024, plays a leading role in team, advising on recapitalisations and directed share issues, among other matters.
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Jörgen S. Axelsson; Marcus Nivinger; Ola Grahn
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Axel Helle
