Honda and Nissan Are in Talks to Deepen Ties and Possibly Merge
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DECEMBER 17, 2024
The merger talks between Japans second- and third-largest automakers highlight the intense upheaval within the worlds auto industry.
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Nissan and Honda hold merger talks
Financial Times M&A
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The Japanese carmakers are grappling with fast-growing Chinese rivals and sluggish consumer demand for EVs
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Preparing your 2024 Form 20-F
Harvard Corporate Governance
DECEMBER 14, 2024
Posted by Connie I. Milonakis, Reuven B. Young, andMaxim Van de moortel, Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, on Saturday, December 14, 2024 Editor's Note: Connie I. Milonakis and Reuven B. Young are Partners and Maxim Van de moortel is a Counsel at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. This post is based on their Davis Polk memorandum. This client update highlights key considerations for the preparation of your 2024 annual report on Form 20-F.
Young Global Leaders on Davos 2025
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DECEMBER 18, 2024
The World Economic Forums Young Global Leaders, current and alumni, share their thoughts on issues they believe should get much more attention in Davos but might not amid a plethora of business topics.
How to Leverage Intent Data for Better Outcomes
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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Appraising a Single-Attorney Law Practice
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
Valuing a single-attorney law practice takes a nuanced process with the understanding there will be unique characteristics to the business. Unlike larger law firms, where the appraiser can rely on broader market data and diverse revenue streams, solo practices often require a more personalized and detailed approach. The cornerstone of a solo practices value is its client base and the consistency of its revenue.
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Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statement
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Why an Accurate Business Valuation for Divorce Matters
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Divorce can have adverse effects on a business. Additionally, your business may be the most valuable asset in your marriage. Getting an accurate business valuation for divorce will help you through the divorce process. In addition, understanding the true value of your business is essential to making decisions in your divorce proceedings. In this article, we discuss why an accurate business valuation for divorce matters and why it is important.
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The Data-Driven Deal: How Big Data is Transforming M&A Strategy
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How Do Auditors Verify Account Balances and Transactions?
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DECEMBER 17, 2024
Audit season is just around the corner for calendar-year entities. Understanding the types of source documents your audit team might request can minimize disruptions during audit fieldwork and maximize your audits effectiveness. Here are some common sources of substantive evidence that auditors gather to help them form an opinion regarding your financial statements.
Valuing a Specialty Contracting Business
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Specialty contracting businesses are vital to the construction industry. These companies offer essential services such as electrical work, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry to meet unique project demands. As such, specialty contracting is an excellent way to help your community and a lucrative business model. If you want to buy, expand, or sell a specialty contracting business, you need to know the businesss fair market value.
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A 7-Eleven Heir’s $50 Billion Fight to Keep the Company in the Family
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Business Valuation for Buying a Paint Wholesale Business
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Are you looking to purchase a paint wholesale business? Getting a business valuation for buying a paint wholesale business is the perfect place to start. A valuation will help you understand the fair market value of a paint wholesale business. Using this in the buying process simplifies many decisions that come with buying a paint wholesale business.
Broadcom chief Hock Tan says AI spending frenzy to continue until end of decade
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Honda and Nissan to start talks on potential mega-merger
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