Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Posted by Nathan Atkinson (University of Wisconsin), on Thursday, December 14, 2023 Editor's Note: Nathan Atkinson is Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School. This post is based on his recent article that was published in the Yale Journal on Regulation. In 2015, the Environmental Protection Agency entered a settlement with ASARCO LLC for violations of the Clean Air Act at a copper smelting plant in Hayden, Arizona.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the third quarter 2023, the economies of most countries in Southeast Asia showed pockets of growth and resilience, despite the cumulative effects of monetary tightening and slower global demand.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Posted by Gary Gensler, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Thursday, December 14, 2023 Editor's Note: Gary Gensler is Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This post is based on his recent statement. The views expressed in this post are those of Chair Gensler, and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Retailers face costly packaging supply constraints, making it harder to contend with consumer and regulatory pressure to be more sustainable. Four actions can help.

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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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Meade & Moore

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the past few years, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has released a few key updates to US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Although some of these updates have been in the works for years — like the lease accounting standard under ASC 842 — entities are still getting used to the new reporting requirements and tweaking their financials to be fully compliant.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Organizations with innovation cultures realize more value from strategic technology investments than their peers do, our latest digital survey finds.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 14, 2023

With support from a like-minded investor, Agreena is building a farmer-centric, global ecosystem to propel adoption of regenerative agriculture practices and remove carbon from the atmosphere.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 14, 2023

VCI Global Ltd (NASDAQ: VCIG ) shares are spiking higher after its financial technology arm, Accuventures Sdn Bhd, agreed to acquire the Malaysian digital platform EVOLET. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition is expected to provide VCI Global direct access to the local remittance market. EVOLET provides secured financial access and services for the.

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Machen McChesney

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As 2023 draws to a close, employers should review whether they have properly included the value of common fringe benefits in their employees’ and (if applicable) 2% S corporation shareholders’ taxable wages. This is especially true for 2023 and beyond, as many employers continue to deal with remote or hybrid workforces.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Romania has an opportunity to generate a €307 billion increase in GDP by 2050. Nurturing the skills and well-being of Generation Z is crucial for capturing this potential economic growth.

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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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NYT M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The combined newsroom will have more than 70 people.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 145

Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Banks are facing serious losses on the debt as social media platform’s business deteriorates

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Banking 111

NYT M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The congressional news start-up is doubling down on information for its audience of Capitol Hill obsessives.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

US buyout groups consider joining thriving market for UK corporate pension deals

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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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Sun Acquisitions

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Selling a business is a significant decision that requires careful planning and preparation. Whether you’re looking to retire, explore new opportunities, or cash in on your hard work, selling a business demands a strategic approach. To ensure a successful and profitable sale, several crucial considerations must be addressed before listing your business on the market.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Rain Oncology Inc (NASDAQ: RAIN ) has agreed to be acquired by Pathos AI Inc. for $1.16 in cash per share plus a non-tradeable contingent value right (CVR) for potential cash payments of up to approximately $0.17 per share. The upfront cash consideration represents a 17% premium over Rain's unaffected stock price as of October 13, 2023. "After a thorough assessment, the Rain Board determined that this Transaction is in the best interests of our stockholders, as it leverages Rain's s

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Wall Street fund becomes latest activist to push for change at FTSE 100 gambling group a day after CEO departs

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Avanade

DECEMBER 14, 2023

To achieve AI at scale, banks need to unlock the value of all their data, finding every insight, efficiency and opportunity to put their data to work.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Pilot Corp., the minority owner of truck stop chain manager Pilot Travel Centers LLC, has won a skirmish in its Delaware Chancery Court battle with PTC's controlling shareholder Berkshire Hathaway Inc., knocking out two of the company's affirmative defenses as Pilot and Berkshire Hathaway head toward a January trial.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 14, 2023

3M Co (NYSE: MMM ) has divested its 50% equity stake in Combi Packaging Systems, LLC, to SIAT Group, an H.I.G. Capital portfolio company and provider of case taping machinery, wrapping machinery, and strapping equipment. The financial details of the sale were not disclosed. Combi is. Full story available on Benzinga.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The North Carolina attorney general announced Thursday his office is pursuing legal action against for-profit hospital network HCA Management Services on allegations of unsafe and unsanitary conditions at an Asheville hospital, claiming HCA broke its promise to maintain the quality of care that existed when it purchased Mission Health System four years ago.

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Rhythm Systems

DECEMBER 14, 2023

At Rhythm, we have a Core Value called “Family Is a Blessing.” We celebrate this core value by giving our team members two weeks off at the end of the year to enjoy time with their families. It is also our way of thanking our families for being on this journey with us.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Federal prosecutors say a man who traded off an insider tip about Merck's purchase of biotech company Pandion should be sentenced to between 1 1/2 and two years in prison, arguing that a prison sentence is necessary to deter him from future violations.

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Peak Business Valuation

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Businesses in the printing industry provide printing services for a wide variety of clients. These services include lithographic, gravure, screen, flexographic, letterpress, and digital printing processes. There are over 20,300 printing companies across the United States. IBIS World notes these businesses generate approximately $87.7 billion in revenue.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Liquor company Campari, advised by Allen & Overy LLP and McDermott Will & Emery LLP, announced plans to buy cognac house Courvoisier S.A.S. from spirits company Beam Suntory Inc. on Thursday in a deal with a total enterprise value of $1.32 billion.

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Fox Corporate Finance

DECEMBER 14, 2023

FCF Fox Corporate Finance GmbH is delighted to publish the new “FCF Healthcare & Life Sciences Venture Capital Monitor – Europe 11/2023”. The Monitor is a monthly published overview of venture capital trends in the European. Read more The post FCF Healthcare & Life Sciences Venture Capital Monitor – Europe – 11/2023 published appeared first on FCF Fox Corporate Finance GmbH.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The AFL-CIO's flight attendants' union on Wednesday sought to back JetBlue's planned $3.8 billion purchase of Spirit Airlines against a U.S. Department of Justice merger challenge, telling a Massachusetts federal judge the deal will bolster competition against the Big Four airlines and will, in particular, bolster labor conditions.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Growing valuation discount since Universal Music spin-out has been source of frustration for French billionaire

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Investment business HG Capital Trust PLC said Thursday it will invest around £13.6 million ($17.4 million) in CINC Systems, a move expected to boost innovation, in a deal advised by Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Latham & Watkins LLP.

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Vested

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Succession planning: shaping future company leaders. How to prepare for seamless transitions when senior leaders depart and leave critical roles unfilled.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Hedge funds have proposed acquiring Macy's for $5.8 billion, private equity giant KKR is near a deal to buy out healthcare technology company Cotiviti for $11 billion, and investment firm General Atlantic has confidentially filed IPO plans. Here, Law360 breaks down these and other notable deal rumors from the past week.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The media conglomerate remains influential in the francophone world

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

German biopharmaceutical business MorphoSys AG said Thursday it has raised €102.7 million ($112.7 million) from investors to support its ongoing clinical developments.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Deal valuing group at $1.

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