Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 14, 2024
Posted by Zacharias Sautner (University of Zurich), on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Editor's Note: Zacharias Sautner is a Professor of Sustainable Finance at the University of Zurich. This post is based on a recent article forthcoming in the Review of Finance by Professor Sautner, Professor Alexandre Garel , Professor Arthur Romec , and Professor Alexander F.
NYT M&A
AUGUST 14, 2024
Mars is acquiring Kellanova in one of the largest deals in the industry in years, creating a new global giant with a stable of well-known brands.
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Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 14, 2024
Posted by Rob Berridge and Gabriel Gerson, Ceres, on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Editor's Note: Rob Berridge is a Senior Director and Gabriel Gerson is a Senior Associate at Ceres. This post is based on their Ceres memorandum. Overview As the physical and financial impacts of climate change reach new heights, many institutional investors are addressing climate risks and opportunities in their portfolios with renewed urgency.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 14, 2024
Prudential plc’s shift to customer-centric insurance hinges on digital transformation, with data and artificial intelligence as key enablers and humans still playing a crucial role.
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.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
In reply to Spencer Paul. No. Any necessary info is redacted prior to submitting it to the appropriate agencies and it is going to a governmntal agency-so that gives you an out as well. Nothing to be concerned about.
Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 14, 2024
Delaware's Chancery Court on Wednesday dismissed private equity firm Sunstone Partners' lawsuit accusing Synopsys Inc. of breaching an exclusivity provision for a potential sale of its security testing services business, saying Sunstone failed to adequately allege Synopsys solicited proposals from other potential buyers.
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Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 14, 2024
Skadden-led Performance Food Group Co. said Wednesday it has agreed to purchase private equity-backed food service distributor Cheney Bros. Inc., represented by Davis Polk, for $2.1 billion in cash.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
This is great Desiree!! How about an effort to fine AMCs that pay low ball fees that are NOT REASONABLE and CUSTOMARY? We all need to email or mail a letter to the CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (www.consumerFinance.com) – they are the authority for enforcing the Act with regard to AMC fees (Truth in lending,dodd-frank,etc) AND also submit a complaint to the FTC (go ro [link] ) they investigate bad business practices, financial fraud, etc.
Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 14, 2024
Snack food and candy giant Mars Inc. has agreed to purchase Kellanova, the maker of Cheez-It and Pringles snacks, for $35.9 billion, including assumed debt, in a deal that "enables Mars to further shape the future of snacking," the companies said Wednesday.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
In reply to Don Hawkins GA Lic CR. It was corrupt from the get go, regardless of what they said it was. For a moment back about fifteen years ago I even thought they might make a positive difference. I gave that idea up pretty quickly. “Reasonable and customary” is communism. I mean, show me a reasonable and customary house and or market.
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
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 14, 2024
Sensor and process control upgrades are often necessary to enable the deployment of AI. A quantitative assessment of readiness can be an important first step.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
I’m old enough to remember when, if you had a disagreement with a lender, you could talk about it, have a fistfight or just walk away. Sometimes they’d get over it and you could kiss and make up. Most of the time they didn’t, but that was OK because they were going to go back to selling used cars soon enough anyway. Now, every little thing is a petty existential cosmic drama where nobody wins and you have to worry about some Fed alphabet type showing up at your door because you
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 14, 2024
Son hopes to put Japanese group at centre of artificial intelligence boom but talks with US chipmaker failed to progress
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
In reply to Honest Appraiser. I tell all borrowers that whatever they were charged by the lender and or AMC that I only get about 25% to 50% of that. You should see their eyes pop. I don’t know what the lenders and AMC’s tell borrowers. I’m almost out of this chicken race anyway and frankly don’t care much one way or another.
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.
The Guardian M&A
AUGUST 14, 2024
All-cash offer would dwarf 2008 takeover of Wrigley by Mars but could face scrutiny from watchdogs Mars, the chocolate to pet food group, has reportedly struck a $30bn (£23.4bn) deal to buy Kellanova, the maker of Pringles and Pop-Tarts. The all-cash offer, which is expected to be announced later on Wednesday, would be the biggest ever acquisition for the privately owned Mars, dwarfing its $23bn takeover of the chewing gum maker Wrigley in 2008.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
In reply to Don Hawkins GA Lic CR. The government regulators are in the same place they were in the 1980’s prior to that bust … doing the bidding of the lending industry.
Redpath
AUGUST 14, 2024
Learn the formula for calculating material margin and how using it can help you set pricing that keeps you competitive in the manufacturing marketplace.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
In reply to Eric Kretz. I’ve been reading those exact same words for 40+ years. You know, back in the 1980’s appraisers had a chance to create a professional organization similar to the CPA organization. I forgot what the exact situation was. But, everybody wanted to create their own organization or didn’t want to belong to any organization or whatever and guess what?
Benzinga
AUGUST 14, 2024
Synergy Innovation , recently launched as a house of brands, is making waves in the cannabis accessories sector with its acquisition of DaVinci and Eyce. This new venture marks a significant return to original ownership for these brands. Shauntel Ludwig , CEO of Synergy Innovation, discussed the strategic acquisition of DaVinci and Eyce, emphasizing the company's focus on maintaining brand integrity, catering to distinct market segments, and driving innovation in the cannabis accessories sec
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
In reply to Pray Hard. You realize that lack of fee disclosure is against TILA don’t you?? This should be and ALWAYS should have been a fee plus AMC cost to lender. There should be a C&R fee minimum set and we should ALWAYS have the right to quote higher for complex properties – THEN they can go shopping.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 14, 2024
What if setbacks were just growth opportunities in disguise? CVS Health CEO Karen S. Lynch explains how she turned challenges into triumphs, and how you can, too.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
In reply to Pray Hard. “What are we supposed to do when appraising for equity conflicts with GSE guidelines, which it is guaranteed to do?” I like this statement. I’m going to post this on LinkedIn for all to enjoy.
Benzinga
AUGUST 14, 2024
The Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance space is set to benefit from better pricing, prudent underwriting, increased exposure, an improving rate environment and a solid capital position. With the ongoing economic expansion, insurers remain well-poised for growth. The Zacks-defined Property & Casualty Insurance Industry is currently in the top 24% of the Zacks Industry Rank.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
In reply to Joseph. During the refi boom, most of my work was very difficult rural work where I’d commonly drive 300-400 miles inspecting the property and taking comp photos. I got a few really good fees during that time. But, now it’s back to “normal” They want to pay the same for a long distance rural appraisal as they do for a house next door.
Benzinga
AUGUST 14, 2024
Mars — the packaged food conglomerate that owns Snickers, Cheez-It and other snack brands — will soon add Pop-Tarts, Eggo Waffles, Pringles and more to its portfolio. What Happened : The McLean, Virginia-based company is set to acquire Kellanova (NYSE: K ) for $36 billion, or $83.50 per share. Kellanova brought in around $13 billion in revenue last year, while Mars' annual revenue was around $45 billion.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
The damage caused by Appraisal Management Companies violating TILA & the Customary & Reasonable fee clauses goes beyond just financial losses.
Brian DeChesare
AUGUST 14, 2024
Ever since ChatGPT burst onto the scene in November 2022, there has been overwhelming hype about all things artificial intelligence (AI). That hype has led to vast funding for AI startups: Over $35 billion in the first half of 2024 alone , which was around 21% of global VC funding for the period. But doubts have also emerged about the business model, signaled by Sequoia’s release of its “$600 billion question” analysis (i.e., where is the extra revenue from hundreds of billions spent on GPUs and
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
The damage caused by Appraisal Management Companies violating TILA & the Customary & Reasonable fee clauses goes beyond just financial losses.
Benzinga
AUGUST 14, 2024
Performance Food Group Company (NYSE: PFGC ) shares are trading higher on Wednesday. The company reported fourth quarter adjusted earnings per share of $1.45 (+27.2%), beating the analyst consensus estimate of $1.37. Quarterly sales of $15.189 billion missed the street view of $15.266 billion. Net sales rose 2.2%, gross profit grew 4.7% to $1.7 billion, net income climbed 10.9% to $166.5 million, and adjusted EBITDA increased 18.4% to $456.2 million.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
The damage caused by Appraisal Management Companies violating TILA & the Customary & Reasonable fee clauses goes beyond just financial losses.
Benzinga
AUGUST 14, 2024
Kellanova (NYSE: K ) shares are trading higher on Wednesday after Mars, Inc. agreed to acquire the company for $83.50 per share, valuing it at $35.9 billion, including assumed net leverage. The transaction price of $83.50 per share for Kellanova reflects a 44% premium over its 30-day average trading price and a 33% premium over its 52-week high as of August 2, 2024.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
The damage caused by Appraisal Management Companies violating TILA & the Customary & Reasonable fee clauses goes beyond just financial losses.
Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 14, 2024
Winston & Strawn LLP has expanded its offerings in Texas with the addition of two transactional attorneys as partners in its Houston office, the firm said in a Wednesday statement.
Appraisers Blog
AUGUST 14, 2024
In reply to Deborah L Smith. “Don’t take any Fannie or Freddie or HUD assignments until we have gone on strike” I’ve been saying this for years- if every appraiser quit taking AMC orders or anything HUD/Fannie/Freddie for 1 month they’d be forced to the table to listen to us. It’s a big ask financially for many of us but needs to be done.
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