Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Posted by Paul G. Cellupica and Kevin Ercoline, Investment Company Institute, on Monday, November 4, 2024 Editor's Note: Paul G. Cellupica is a General Counsel and Kevin Ercoline is an Assistant General Counsel at the Investment Company Institute. This post is supplemental to the Investment Company Institute’s comment letter. The New York Stock Exchange’s (NYSE) 1920s-era annual shareholder meeting requirement for listed closed-end funds (CEFs) has left open an end-run around the governance prot

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Products from private brands are appealing to consumers in new ways. Retailers can follow this well-tested recipe to improve their private-brand offerings and gain market share.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Posted by Charu Chandrasekhar, Erez Liebermann, and Benjamin R. Pedersen, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, on Monday, November 4, 2024 Editor's Note: Charu Chandrasekhar , Erez Liebermann , and Benjamin R. Pedersen are Partners at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. This post is based on a Debevoise memorandum by Ms. Chandrasekhar, Mr. Liebermann, Mr. Pedersen, Julie Riewe , and Andrew J.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

A new operating model can help the global commercial and defense shipbuilding industry address bottlenecks and ramp up production as demand continues to soar.

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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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Global Finance

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Tesla is setting new standards in renewable financing with its latest solar asset-backed securitization (ABS) deal, earning an unprecedented AAA rating. Fitch Analyst Hebbertt Soares notes that Tesla’s integrated business model, which bypasses traditional sales channels, may establish a blueprint for achieving top-tier credit ratings in a sector often limited by data and regulatory scrutiny.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Showing vulnerability can build connections and trust. One place to start: create a ‘to be’ list rather than a ‘to do’ list.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In the face of challenges, Australian insurers can look to global peers for inspiration in raising their own productivity.

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Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

I knew there had to be something more behind the whole bias narrative other than them trying to get rid of us or pressure us to give them what they want. The whole twin malfeasance story with foreclosures hidden and soon to crash the market wide open makes the picture all to clear and complete. It always revolves around the almighty dollar and we are the pawns in their fraud game.

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BV Specialists

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Appraising an assisted living facility requires a multifaceted approach, as these businesses typically involve both real estate and healthcare components. So, if you're investing, selling, or simply evaluating an operation for internal purposes, understanding the key factors that contribute to its value is essential. Assisted living facilities generate revenue primarily from resident fees, which can vary based on the level of care, amenities, and location.

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Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Sorry to bring this up, but we have no control over what is happening. It’s simply too big and it’s not just the US, it’s global. We don’t really even have any input except our usual barking up an empty tree. And, it’s not just us. It’s the title companies, the inspectors, the surveyors … all of the impartial input occupations.

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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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Benzinga

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Staffing 360 Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: STAF ) shares surged on Monday after the company disclosed a definitive agreement under which Atlantic International Corp. (OTC: ATLN ) will acquire all outstanding shares of Staffing’s common stock valued at ~$25 million. As per the deal, Staffing 360 shareholders are set to receive 1.202 shares of Atlantic for each share they hold.

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Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

I reviewed many appraisals and found discrepancies where the appraiser did not verify the MLS data, which turned out to be incorrect. Significant concessions that affect the price are not accounted for. I seldom see an appraiser come in short on purchases, even in some slower markets. I don’t see much of a risk of dropping appraisers from the process.

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Machen McChesney

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

If you own a small business with no employees (other than your spouse) and want to set up a retirement plan, consider a solo 401(k) plan. This is also an option for self-employed individuals or business owners who wish to upgrade from a SIMPLE IRA or Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) plan.

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Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In reply to Claire B. The housing market should have already taken a substantial mark down. One point of highlighting the gse wholesale liquidation programs is that every borrower default provides a financial incentive for the investor class to further speculate in residential housing, propping up the markets, contributing to inflationary trends alongside permanently over valued rental and pricing structures.

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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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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

London-listed group sells holding as it pushes ahead with radical plans to streamline business

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Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In reply to Charles Haley. And what cheap-a** lender do you work for? Our job is not to force the sale to go through to not go through. I’m starting to think you really don’t know what appraiser’s really do. Also, I have noted that you said “the” appraiser as in singular. So I’m I correct in the assumption that you are taking a single report and applying it’s findings unilaterally?

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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The tech stock bonanza has helped obscure the dearth of juicy opportunities for group

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Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Sadly, but true, we don’t have much control. If homeowners are just “given” $25,000 to buy a home, it will likely get worse.

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Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In today’s digital era, artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are revolutionizing industries worldwide, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are no exception. These technologies are fundamentally altering how businesses approach M&A, enhancing efficiency, reducing risks, and unlocking new opportunities for value creation. This blog post explores the profound impact of AI and automation on M&A strategy, covering deal sourcing, due diligence, and post-merger integration.

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Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Government complicity enables deadbeat borrowers, burdening housing market disconnect & artificially inflating home prices.

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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

CMA calls for commitments to deliver joint network plan and retaining certain mobile tariffs and data packages

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Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

NOT TO change the subject, but can someone explain to us why a group of 4 licensed appraisers can only receive work individually and collaboration is NOT ALLOWED by any of the AMCs?

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Swedish private equity firm EQT AB unveiled a $1.4 billion take-private bid for machinery component distributor OEM International AB on Tuesday after securing shareholders' backing for the takeover offer.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

How can the global commercial and defense maritime industry meet the recent spike in demand while saving time and costs? With a strategic process to redevelop their existing legacy sites and assets.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority said Tuesday that it could wave through a proposed £16.5 billion ($21.4 billion) merger between Vodafone Group PLC and the telecommunications networks of Three UK if they commit to investing in infrastructure and protecting customers.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

As the global security context changes, government defense budgets are shifting. Shipbuilders could adjust their offerings in response to navies seeking to improve fleet capabilities and readiness.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

A Delaware bankruptcy judge Monday agreed to approve debtor-in-possession financing for Jordan Health, the corporate parent of medical equipment service provider Avante Health, after the debtor and DIP lender struck a deal with the official committee of unsecured creditors.

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Benzinga

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATSG ) shares are trading higher after the company disclosed that it will be acquired by Stonepeak for around $3.1 billion. According to the definitive agreement, unanimously approved by ATSG’s Board of Directors, ATSG common shareholders will receive $22.50 in cash per share. This purchase price reflects a premium of about 29.3% over ATSG’s closing share price on November 1, 2024, and a 45.5% premium over the volume-weighted average price

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Investors in a special purpose acquisition company that took neighborhood network app Nextdoor Inc. public at a $4.3 billion valuation in July 2021 have sued the SPAC's sponsors and founding directors for damages in Delaware's Court of Chancery, accusing architects of the deal of overvaluing the business.

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

← Blog home As corporate tax departments embrace digital transformation, utilizing a tax engine to automate and simplify tax calculations and reporting is becoming a core part of their strategy. Indeed, fully half of tax professionals surveyed recently said their companies are either already using an indirect tax determination engine or plan to purchase one in the next 12 months, according to the Thomson Reuters Institute 2024 Corporate Tax Technology Report.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The proposed buyer of a door-skin manufacturing plant asked a Virginia federal court for permission to intervene in the private antitrust case that led to a landmark order forcing Jeld-Wen to unload the factory.

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

← Blog home In the rapidly evolving field of auditing, AI-powered technologies are revolutionizing traditional processes. As emerging technologies and regulations reshape the field, many auditors find themselves grappling with outdated processes and inefficiencies. The need for advanced technologies in modern auditing has never been more apparent, and artificial intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of this evolution.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

An attorney who spent more than a decade at the Federal Trade Commission has returned to private practice at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, where he began his legal career, boosting the firm's offerings for clients as they navigate increased antitrust scrutiny and enforcement.

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Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

SBA financing is a great source for individuals looking to buy a business. Buyers directly benefit by receiving affordable financing to buy a business. However, SBA lending comes with various criteria to meet that can be challenging. One challenge for SBA lenders is receiving an SBA business valuation that comes in lower than expected. A low SBA business valuation often raises several questions for buyers , sellers , and SBA lenders.

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