What is CFIUS?
CFIUS stands for the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States. It is a US federal, interagency group with authority to review certain foreign investments in US businesses to determine whether...more
New law expands CFIUS’ jurisdiction and brings important procedural changes to foreign direct investment review.
Key Points:
..The new legislation extends CFIUS’ jurisdiction to cover non-controlling investments in the...more
8/14/2018
/ CFIUS ,
China ,
Covered Transactions ,
Critical Infrastructure Sectors ,
Cross-Border Transactions ,
Emerging Technology Companies ,
Export Controls ,
FIRRMA ,
Foreign Investment ,
National Security ,
NDAA ,
Trump Administration ,
U.S. Commerce Department
New Legislation to Reform the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States Remains a Strong Possibility
Key Points:
..Reform legislation sponsors appear willing to address some concerns with the original...more
The proposed Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act would bring substantial changes to CFIUS review.
Key Points:
..FIRRMA could speed review of certain transactions.
..It would provide for increased...more
Calendar Year 2015 CFIUS Report reflects review of transactions for national security risks is generally taking longer, with Chinese investors leading all others.
The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States...more
FY2014 CFIUS Report reflects significant increase in the number of transactions reviewed for national security risks, with Chinese investors continuing to lead the pack.
The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United...more
This chapter provides an overview of telecommunications, broadband internet access and media regulation in the United States. Given the complexity of such regulation – which is constantly evolving in response to technological...more
The 2012 Report underscores the continued imperative for foreign investors to consider CFIUS issues when contemplating relevant US acquisitions.
The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS)...more