Financial Times M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Billionaire entrepreneur says social media platform and AI group will share data and computational power

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MARCH 28, 2025

Mr. Musk said the deal valued xAI, his artificial intelligence start-up, at $80 billion, and X at $30 billion.

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Financial Times M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

First official response by Beijing adds to uncertainty over geopolitically sensitive transaction

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NYT M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Federal prosecutors convinced a jury that Ms. Javice faked much of her customer list before selling her start-up, Frank, to the bank.

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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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Financial Times M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Station and airport outlets will continue to trade under 233-year-old brand

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Appraisers Blog

MARCH 28, 2025

I think the story is BS. The author doesn’t even mention the State where this supposedly happened. If it did happen, there is a public record of it.

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Appraisers Blog

MARCH 28, 2025

In reply to Frustrated Appraiser. Amen. The fine for the so called Realtor should be high enough to get the victim to an at least amount to make her whole. The AMC DEFINITELY needs to be shut down in every State they operate in and also be fined. I agree, we all need to know who the AMC is.

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Financial Times M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Hyper-rational CEO secured important deals with Blackstone and Microsoft to create a cloud computing giant ahead of IPO

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Appraisers Blog

MARCH 28, 2025

Jail time was off the table, but the real estate agent still faced a hefty fine for impersonating an appraiser.

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Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 28, 2025

Uncertainty about geopolitics and trade now loom equally large as perceived economic disruptions, and surveyed executives express more caution about future conditions and company performance.

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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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Appraisers Blog

MARCH 28, 2025

HUD FACTS: I apologize for any confusion caused by the differing figures provided earlier regarding HUD’s handling of racial discrimination complaints against appraisers. Recent information indicates that since 2020, HUD has received over 200 complaints alleging appraisal discrimination. As of May 2024, none of these cases had been resolved, highlighting a significant backlog in addressing such claims.

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Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 28, 2025

How does the reality of owning a luxury car match the dream? A new McKinsey survey sheds light on buyers priorities, current experiences, and future expectations.

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Appraisers Blog

MARCH 28, 2025

Title: Fighting Back Against HUD and VA Discrimination Charges: What Every Appraiser Needs to Know Date: 03/28/2025 By Kenneth Mullinix As a veteran appraiser with decades of experience, I never imagined being falsely accused of racism. Yet thats exactly what happened and Im not alone. A growing number of appraisers are being investigated, harassed, or publicly smeared without evidence, in violation of their constitutional and civil rights.

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Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 28, 2025

Our new research assesses the United States progress in advancing its technological leadership in national security.

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Technology 64

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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Trout CPA

MARCH 28, 2025

We are thrilled to celebrate an important milestone in Brendon Landiss career as he officially earns his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation!

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Elon Musk said Friday that his artificial intelligence company xAI acquired his social media platform X in an all-stock deal for $45 billion, saying that the futures of the high-profile companies are now "intertwined.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

MARCH 28, 2025

When negotiating and drafting oil and gas leases, understanding the basic framework that governs these agreements is essential. While there is no true “standard” lease, the primary areas and considerations of an oil and gas lease are discussed below.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Artificial intelligence startup CoreWeave Inc.'s skittish debut following a scaled-down initial public offering chills recovery hopes for an IPO market that was already wobbly, though experts say viable candidates are waiting to strike if conditions stabilize.

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Benzinga

MARCH 28, 2025

Bankruptcy Block Plenty , a vertical farming company backed by billionaire Jeff Bezos , is wilting in bankruptcy. According to the Wall Street Journal, the Bay Area startup joins the ranks of Bowery, AeroFarms and AppHarvest in the vertical farming graveyard. SoftBank was expected to take charge of Plenty's future, but instead, it's just tossed a $20.7 million DIP financing lifeline to keep the crops alive.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Australian energy company Woodside on Friday unveiled plans to sell its Greater Angostura assets in Trinidad and Tobago to British independent hydrocarbon producer Perenco for $206 million.

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Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 28, 2025

Our latest survey reveals that five commercial excellence practices are enabling leading Latin American consumer packaged goods companies to outperform their peers.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Legislation pushed through Delaware's General Assembly last week has called into question dozens of corporate law precedents, including some of the state's most important, according to a Columbia Law School professor and researcher.

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Benzinga

MARCH 28, 2025

Topcon Corporation (OTC: TOPCF) (OTC: TOPCY ) on Friday launched a management buyout led by Topcon President and CEO Takashi Eto. The MBO will receive investment from KKR & Co Inc (NYSE: KKR ) and JIC Capital, a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan Investment Corporation. The tender offer price will be 3,300 yen per share (around $21.99 per share), which represents : A 99.5% premium over the simple average closing price of Topcon’s stock for the 12 months up to December 9, 2024.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Private equity firm GTCR BC Holdings LLC told a Federal Trade Commission in-house judge Friday the commission has a warped view of the medical device coatings market, as the firm fights a bid to block its $627 million acquisition of Surmodics Inc.

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Peak Business Valuation

MARCH 28, 2025

As an essential component of the United States economy, the food manufacturing industry generates hundreds of billions each year. As such, buying, growing , or selling a food manufacturing business can be extremely lucrative. To succeed, it is crucial to understand the food manufacturing businesss true value. The first step is to obtain a food manufacturing business valuation.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

A New York ski resort operator told a state court on Friday that it's appealing the state's victory in its antitrust suit, which alleged that the operator purposefully closed a local competitor after acquiring it.

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Benzinga

MARCH 28, 2025

W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB ) shares surged Friday after the company confirmed that Japan's Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance (MSI) will acquire a 15% stake through a newly announced investment and voting agreement. The stake will be acquired through open market purchases or private third-party transactions. The arrangement also aligns MSI with the Berkley family, which will retain its full ownership stake.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Kroger and Albertsons say they plan to appeal a Washington state judge's ruling that blocked the $24.6 billion merger of the grocery chains and determined the state could collect legal costs for prevailing in its Consumer Protection Act suit opposing the deal.

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Benzinga

MARCH 28, 2025

India wants to secure a stake in Chilean mining leader SQM's (NYSE: SQM ) projects in Australia. This deal would give India, a lithium importer , access to critical battery minerals to cater to its growing market. According to anonymous sources cited by Reuters exclusive report, the Indian consortium, led by Khanij Bidesh India Ltd (KABIL), is pursuing stakes in SQM's Mount Holland and Andover lithium projects in Western Australia.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

In this week's Taxation With Representation, Dollar Tree sells its Family Dollar business to private equity firms, eye care company Alcon buys medical technology company Lensar and Ithaca Energy PLC buys the U.K. subsidiary of Japan Petroleum Exploration Co. Ltd.

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RNC

MARCH 28, 2025

The valuation of buildings is a crucial aspect of real estate, urban planning, and investment. Traditional valuation methods relied heavily on location, size, and construction materials. However, modern valuation considers a range of new factors influenced by technology, sustainability, economic trends, and market demand. This essay explores the contemporary elements affecting building valuation and their significance in todays dynamic real estate market. 1.Technological Integration a.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

An international arbitration panel has awarded $354 million to affiliates of private equity firm Peppertree Capital Management Inc. against the majority shareholders of a Latin American telecommunications tower operator, in a dispute stemming from an attempted sale of the company.

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Equilest

MARCH 28, 2025

Dive deeper to understand how businesses can navigate financial distress and recover from negative equity using strategic tools and practices Outline: Introduction Brief explanation of equity value Why the question matters in finance Understanding Equity Value Definition of equity value How it is calculated Components of Equity Value Market capitalization Net debt Other assets and liabilities Situations Where Equity Value Might Be Negative Heavy debt burden Negative net assets Persistent fina

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 28, 2025

Although the amendments to the Delaware General Corporation Law have proven somewhat divisive, they will provide greater clarity and predictability in the rules that apply to founder-led companies navigating transactions concerning controlling stockholders and responding to books-and-records requests, say attorneys at Munger Tolles.

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