Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Posted by Subodh Mishra, ISS STOXX, on Thursday, October 17, 2024 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at ISS STOXX. This post is based on an ISS-Corporate memorandum by Kosmas Papadopoulos, Head of Sustainability Advisory-Americas; Mikiko Ollison, Vice President for Sustainability Advisory; and Rudy Kwack, Senior Associate for Sustainability Advisory at ISS-Corporate.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2024

This is very Good stuff and one that is good for freedom of speech. It is nice to know that there is a platform where appraisers can vent or even rant on issues other than the appraising of real property. This certainly can help to broaden the horizon of appraisers.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Posted by Ray Garcia, Paul DeNicola, and Catie Hall, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Sunday, October 13, 2024 Editor's Note: Ray Garcia is a Leader, Paul DeNicola is a Principal, and Catie Hall is a Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Introduction Historically, a looming presidential election has had notable impacts for corporate boards and their agendas, necessitating scenario planning for potential regulatory shifts.

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 11, 2024

AGBA Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ: AGBA ) shares are trading higher Friday after the company announced that all steps have been finalized to move towards the completion of its merger with Triller Corp. The Details: The merger is expected to take place on Oct.14, subject to final Nasdaq approval, and will include a 4-to-1 reverse stock split of Agba shares.

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Speaker: Susan Spencer, Principal of Spencer Communications

Intent signal data can go a long way toward shortening sales cycles and closing more deals. The challenge is deciding which is the best type of intent data to help your company meet its sales and marketing goals. In this webinar, Susan Spencer, fractional CMO and principal of Spencer Communications, will unpack the differences between contact-level and company-level intent signals.

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Brian DeChesare

OCTOBER 16, 2024

“Why investment banking?” is not only one of the most common questions in interviews but also one of the most incorrectly answered ones. An older version of this article from ~15 years ago addressed this question, and you can find dozens of other articles that suggest answers. But most coverage suggests generic answers about wanting to learn a lot, liking financial analysis or valuation, or wanting to “understand different industries.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Industry players are standing up “win rooms” to mobilize frontline sales and subsequently modernize their operating models to capture the full benefits of generative AI.

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Marketability 116

LaPorte

OCTOBER 11, 2024

(authored by RSM US LLP) Public charities, private foundations, and donor advised funds can provide qualified disaster relief assistance to victims of qualified disasters, including individuals and small businesses. The post Qualified disaster relief through charitable organizations first appeared on LaPorte.

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NYT M&A

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Will Lewis has said he has a mandate from the paper’s owner, Jeff Bezos, to grow the business, including through acquisitions.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 97

Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In reply to Dave. Hi there Dave. We’re probably in more agreement with each other then not. Specifically I was trying to provide summary technical explanations for the primary articles complex subject matter; (article quote) ‘Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have been waiving home appraisals in favor of computer models.’ For political activity influencing the appraisal industry, ongoing through multiple administrations over a long period of time.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Better carbon management can be a competitive advantage. Here’s how CFOs across industries and markets can move beyond “check the box” compliance and enable strategy-driven, carbon-based decision making.

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Speaker: Wayne Spivak - President and Chief Financial Officer of SBA * Consulting LTD, Industry Writer, and Public Speaker

The old adages that "cash is king" and "you can’t spend profits" still hold true today. But however well-known these sayings might be, it requires a change in mindset to properly implement a cash flow management system that predicts your business's runaway as accurately as possible. Key to this new mindset is understanding the difference between the Statement of Cash Flows, a historical look at the source and uses of cash, and the Cash Flow Statement, which uses transaction history and forward-l

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Deal could be among year’s largest private equity buyouts as contact lens maker looks to split from indebted parent

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Machen McChesney

OCTOBER 10, 2024

When reviewing their income statements, business owners tend to focus on profits (or losses). But focusing solely on the bottom line can lead to mismanagement and missed opportunities. Instead, you should analyze this financial report from top to bottom for deeper insights.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In reply to Mary T Thompson. I am hoping to hang in there 3 more yrs. I’m semi-retired now… but support adult daughter on disability so hopely can get 2-3 more. I have a 5 page addendum tailored for each appraisal. ie: wells and septic systems are typical for the area. Different style houses are often used as comparables due to the small population in this rural county.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 15, 2024

McKinsey senior partner Pankaj Sachdeva discusses how real estate companies can capture opportunities in the data center industry.

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Speaker: Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union

In this webinar, Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union and business strategist, will take you through the ABCs of intent data. You'll learn how to effectively use it to drive business results, with practical tips on how to leverage both company and contact intent data to maximize your marketing efforts. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just getting started, this webinar is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Posted by Chuck Callan and Mike Donowitz, Broadridge, on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Chuck Callan is a Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Mike Donowitz is a Vice President Regulatory Affairs at Broadridge Financial Solutions. This post is based on their Broadridge memorandum. Highlights from the 2024 proxy season Across both retail and institutional segments of shareholders, there was an increase in voting support for corporate directors and Say-on-Pay, along with a con

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Alexei Sagal is among a new group of businessmen benefiting from western companies’ exodus

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Offerings are bouncing back, as the upcoming US election creates opportunities and risk. The US IPO market is seeing renewed momentum as the 2024 presidential election approaches, with investors and analysts eyeing potential opportunities ahead. Last week marked the busiest period for IPOs since February, with four out of five companies successfully pricing their offerings and raising a combined $1.1 billion.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2024

In reply to Pray Hard. Having multiple streams of income like appraising, real estate sales and even mortgage lending will allow independent appraiser to prosper in any market. 30 Years ago I gave up on trying to survive on one income as an appraiser. As an appraiser I don’t use any of the sales I have closed as a broker in one of my appraisal reports.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 11, 2024

How can a climate tech company get funding—and scale up—quickly? The Climate Brick, an open-source manual for entrepreneurs and investors, aims to provide some answers.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Posted by Merel Spierings, The Conference Board, on Saturday, October 12, 2024 Editor's Note: Merel Spierings is a Senior Researcher at The Conference Board. This post is based on The Conference Board, Russell Reynolds Associates, and Rutgers Law School memorandum by Ms. Spierings and Matteo Tonello. The 2024 proxy season was marked by increased partisanship and political uncertainty, making shareholder proposals even more contentious compared to the past.

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JPAbusiness

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Many business owners, in small and large firms, don’t really focus on their balance sheet. They look at their profit and loss and, if they’re making a profit, they think ‘everything’s fine’. From our experience, the balance sheet of a business is often the key to its success. This is because a healthy balance sheet is often the key to being able to withstand shocks ; it gives financiers the confidence to support your business with additional funds when things are tight.

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Machen McChesney

OCTOBER 17, 2024

There are many tax uncertainties to consider as we face the end of 2024. Chief among them is whether proposals from the presidential candidates will affect our taxes; new legislation may be enacted this year, or changes may occur that will be retroactive.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In reply to Sue Louisignau. There will be a place for every comment you have in your present reports, you just have to find where it logically fits.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 10, 2024

As the global macroeconomic environment remains uncertain, retail banks should focus on the fundamentals of customer primacy and margin protection while embracing digital technologies and gen AI.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Posted by Harry Clark, Jeanine McGuinness, and Elizabeth Zane, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Harry Clark , Jeanine McGuinness , and Elizabeth Zane are Partners at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. This post is based on an Orrick memorandum by Mr. Clark, Ms. McGuinness, Ms. Zane, Gregory Hume , and Allison Bradham.

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Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In the fast-paced business landscape, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the key to survival. Companies across industries are constantly seeking ways to stay ahead of the curve, and one powerful strategy that has emerged as a catalyst for innovation is mergers and acquisitions (M&A). However, the true art lies in acquiring and finding the perfect partner to fuel innovation and drive strategic growth.

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Nova Cannabis Inc.'s (TSX: NOVC ) (OTC: NVACF ) shareholders gave the green light to the proposed plan of arrangement involving Nova and SNDL Inc. (NASDAQ: SNDL ), which will be completed in accordance with an agreement dated August 12 between the two companies. Under the deal, SNDL will acquire all of the Nova Shares in exchange for, with respect to each Nova share, either $1.75 in cash or 0.58 of an SNDL share, subject to proration by the plan of arrangement contemplating the arrangement,

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Synthetic appraisals have driven starter homes in many markets to over a $1 million, while home prices nationwide have more than doubled.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Semiconductor fabs can optimize fab performance via transparent advanced analytics, chasing perfection one byte at a time.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Posted by Subodh Mishra, ISS STOXX, on Thursday, October 10, 2024 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at ISS STOXX. This post is based on an ISS-Corporate memorandum by Kosmas Papadopoulos, Head of Sustainability Advisory-Americas, at ISS-Corporate. Shareholder proposals offer a glimpse into investor and market sentiment on key corporate governance issues, including how companies are managing environmental and social impacts, risks, and opportunities.

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 14, 2024

South African businessman Gary Lubner in talks on taking minority stake in online start-up

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Start-ups 104

Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Nixxy, Inc. (NASDAQ: NIXX ) shares rocketed on Thursday after the company provided updates on its business. This includes acquisition strategy in traditional markets and enhancing operations through technology and data analytics. Nixxy’s strategy involves acquiring established standalone businesses demonstrating stable operations and profitability.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In reply to Mary T Thompson. I’m taking my last CE this month. I’m not even sure I’ll finish it. Won’t be doing it again for numerous reasons as are many of you. Just getting too old to tolerate this Nanny State mentality.

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Finance 96

Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The US employer health benefits market has the opportunity to attract some 12 million members by offering innovative products that promise at least 10 percent savings and enhanced member experiences.

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