Gijs de Reuver

Gijs de Reuver, a Managing Director at Houlihan Lokey's restructuring team, delves into the critical issue of diminishing creditor protections in Europe. He reveals the alarming rise of creditor-on-creditor violence and discusses how this poses new challenges in financial distress scenarios. The conversation also highlights recent restructuring court decisions in the UK versus the Netherlands, showcasing significant differences in creditor outcomes. Additionally, Gijs elaborates on the complexities of Credit Default Swaps and their impact on negotiations, stressing the need for transparency.