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Quarterly Insights: Key Corporate & Commercial Topics – Q2 2026

Join us for the latest instalment of Clarkslegal’s Corporate & Commercial podcast series, where our expert team unpacks the most topical issues and significant developments from the past quarter.

In this episode, Stuart Mullins, Corporate Partner, is joined by Senior Solicitor Emma Docking to discuss three key areas shaping today’s business landscape:

  • Business Growth and Exits in 2026 – Key strategies for SMEs to maximise enterprise value, including organic and inorganic growth, debt financing, private equity, and governance reforms.
  • Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) Schemes – A clear overview of EMI schemes, their tax benefits, eligibility criteria, and recent changes, with a focus on incentivising key employees and supporting growth.
  • Drag Along and Tag Along Rights – Why these shareholder protections are essential for fair and successful company exits.

If you’d like to discuss any of the topics covered in this episode, please contact Stuart Mullins or Emma Docking, who will be happy to assist you.

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