Thu.Jun 13, 2024

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the 2024 Proxy Season: A New Era of Scrutiny

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Merel Spierings, The Conference Board, on Thursday, June 13, 2024 Editor's Note: Merel Spierings is a Senior Researcher at The Conference Board. This post was authored by Ms. Spierings and is based on voting data published by The Conference Board and ESGAUGE in collaboration with Russell Reynolds Associates and The Rutgers Center for Corporate Law and Governance.

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Big Tech’s A.I. Takeover and the Slow Death of Silicon Valley Innovation

NYT M&A

The leading companies are co-opting Silicon Valley’s traditional cycle of disruption.

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Revolutionizing procurement: Leveraging data and AI for strategic advantage

Mckinsey and Company

Analytics and AI are transforming the way procurement functions work. But most CPOs don’t feel ready for the data-driven revolution.

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Current Trends in Executive Compensation Based on the 2024 Proxy Season

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Don Kokoskie, Ira Kay and Connie Lin, Pay Governance LLC, on Thursday, June 13, 2024 Editor's Note: Don Kokoskie is a Partner, Ira Kay is a Managing Partner, and Connie Lin is a Principal at Pay Governance LLC. Introduction Pay Governance LLC provides counsel and advice to the Board of Directors’ Compensation Committees of more than 450 prominent publicly-traded and private companies.

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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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Private equity gets carried away in the UK

Financial Times M&A

Plus, how David Ellison’s bid for Paramount collapsed and the steep geopolitical battle to buy a US ammunitions maker

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The Future of DEI Shareholder Proposals

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Wendy Grasso, Merritt Steele, and David A. Bell, Fenwick & West LLP, on Thursday, June 13, 2024 Editor's Note: Wendy Grasso is a Counsel in the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practice and the Corporate Governance practice, Merritt Steele is a Practice Support Lawyer for Public Companies, Corporate Governance and Capital Markets, and David A.

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Cost Segregation Study Considerations for Real Estate Investors

Trout CPA

Written by Geoffrey Kaufman, CPA, MBA As real estate investors look to optimize the financial performance of their portfolios, one often overlooked but highly effective strategy is the utilization of cost segregation studies. These studies can significantly enhance cash flow by accelerating depreciation deductions. In this article, we will delve into cost segregation studies and explore why property owners should consider incorporating them into their financial planning.

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Reorganization Spurs Synergies: Q&A With Citi Commerical Bank’s Raymond Gatcliffe

Global Finance

Head of Commercial Bank in North America at Citi discusses the company’s reorganization of its banking lines with Global Finance. In mid-September, Citi CEO Jane Fraser announced a comprehensive reorganization of the banking giant. Part of the simplified operations model included putting its commercial banking, corporate banking and investment banking businesses under one Banking business line.

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What Keeps Banking Leaders Up at Night?

N Contracts

Comparing yourself with others is natural , and finan cial institutions are no exception. Knowing whether you share the same risk management concerns as peer institutions shows where you stand. Fortunately , there’s an abundance of risk management surveys telling us what other FIs are doing.

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Playing Chess Makes Me A Better Lawyer

Law 360 M&A

There are many ways that chess skills translate directly into lawyer skills, but for me, the bigger career lessons go beyond the direct parallels — playing chess has shown me the value of seeing gradual improvement in and focusing deep concentration on a nonwork endeavor, says attorney Steven Fink.

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Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statement

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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Mubadala battles to salvage investment in insurance start-up Wefox

Financial Times M&A

Investors split over options that range from deal with rival Ardonagh or putting together new rescue financing

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How 3 Firms Cleared 2 Ex-Autonomy Execs In HP Fraud Case

Law 360 M&A

A California federal jury's rejection last week of fraud charges against the founder and former finance vice president of British software company Autonomy validated an approach by the defendants' three law firms — Steptoe, Clifford Chance and Bird Marella — to form a "seamless" collaboration throughout the trial, from jury selection to closing arguments.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Robert N. Mossuto Jr.

Appraisers Blog

Since beginning in this industry as a lender in 1996 and appraising since 2002, I have always been under the impression that for one to “Review” an appraisal, one has to BE an appraiser. In USPAP, “appraisal review” is defined as “the act or process of developing an opinion about the quality of another appraiser’s work that was performed as part of an appraisal or appraisal review assignment.

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Real Estate Wealth Transfer Strategies

Machen McChesney

For high-net-worth individuals, the art of wealth transfer extends beyond merely providing financial assistance to future generations; it is about strategically positioning the next generation for personal success. Unfortunately, it also requires navigating a complex landscape of income, gift, and estate taxes.

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Mastering Intent Data: Understanding its Importance & Best Practices

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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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Janet C McVey

Appraisers Blog

THE ONE AND ONLY GAME CHANGER: Have the appraisal done FIRST in the mortgage process. Right now every thing is done, all the paperwork, all the projections, everything is done, then the LO tells the borrowers, this is what the appraisal has to come in at for this all to work. All the work should be based on what that house is worth FIRST.

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5 Multiline Insurers to Watch Amid Rising Insurance Demand

Benzinga

Product diversification helps Zacks Multiline Insurance industry players lower concentration risk, ensure uninterrupted revenue generation and improve retention ratio. Better pricing, prudent underwriting, increased exposure and faster economic recovery should benefit MetLife Inc. (NYSE: MET ), American International Group Inc. (NYSE: AIG ), Prudential Financial Inc.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Shawn Vanderhart on Facebook

Appraisers Blog

Despite the rigorous standards imposed on real estate appraisers, the appraisal review process is not regulated in the same way.

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The Exit Blueprint: Navigating Your Business’s Successful Sale Journey

Sun Acquisitions

In the dynamic world of business, there comes a time when entrepreneurs contemplate the prospect of selling their ventures. Whether it’s due to retirement, a desire for a new challenge, or seizing a timely opportunity, the sale of a business is a critical decision that requires careful planning and execution. This blog post will delve into “The Exit Blueprint,” offering a step-by-step guide that distinguishes itself from more general discussions on business sales in mergers and

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Pat Turner

Appraisers Blog

Despite the rigorous standards imposed on real estate appraisers, the appraisal review process is not regulated in the same way.

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FTC's Ferguson Says He's A Law Enforcer, Not A Policymaker

Law 360 M&A

Recently minted Federal Trade Commissioner Andrew Ferguson said Thursday that he views his new role as a law enforcer and not a policymaker and said the biggest issue for antitrust law right now is dealing with Big Tech.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Jaie Blauvelt Woltjen on Facebook

Appraisers Blog

Despite the rigorous standards imposed on real estate appraisers, the appraisal review process is not regulated in the same way.

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Express Picks Stalking Horse Bidder As Ch. 11 Buyer

Law 360 M&A

A stalking horse bidder offering $136 million in cash for the assets of clothing retailer Express Inc. will be the buyer in the debtor's competitive sale process, after its offer was deemed to be the only qualified bid to acquire the assets as a going-concern.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Luana Goltz on Facebook

Appraisers Blog

I was a review appraiser for one of the largest lenders for years, and all of us were required to be active licensed/certified appraisers.

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9th Circ. Doubts SPAC Investors Can Sue Lucid Over Merger

Law 360 M&A

A Ninth Circuit panel appeared skeptical Thursday of investors' bid to revive a proposed class action alleging that Lucid duped them into buying stock in a special-purpose acquisition company ahead of the electric-vehicle maker's $11.75 billion merger, with two of three judges doubting that the SPAC investors have standing to sue.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Pray Hard

Appraisers Blog

They don’t want appraisals. They want the appearance or caricatures of appraisals. They want to hold those appraisal costs down to the consumer by charging the borrower maybe $900 while paying us $300 of it. See there, they’re paying those appraisers less! It’s magic! Is India a different state?

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IBM Resets Antitrust Review Clock For $6.4B HashiCorp Buy

Law 360 M&A

IBM has refiled the notice of its proposed $6.4 billion purchase of HashiCorp to the U.S. Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission, resetting the 30-day review clock for enforcers to review the deal, according to a HashiCorp proxy statement filed Thursday.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Older and maybe Wiser

Appraisers Blog

Most of the actual appraisers have been asking these questions for many years. I am not a medical doctor and I do not review work completed by a medical doctor. I am not a CPA and I do not review accounting work completed by a CPA. I am not a law enforcement officer and I do not review law enforcement work. And then we have appraisers.

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Contentious Del. Corporate Law Changes Sail Through Senate

Law 360 M&A

After triggering rare public dissent, a multipart Delaware general corporation law amendment that would let boards cede some governance rights to big stockholders whisked through the state's Senate on Thursday without debate or an opposing vote, with a House vote expected as early as next week.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Detachedaz

Appraisers Blog

“When a mortgage is being processed, the property in question needs to be appraised by a professional who is licensed or certified in the state where the property is located. This requirement ensures that the appraiser has a thorough understanding of the local market conditions” Being “In the state” and “Having a thorough understanding of the local market conditions” are like apples and oranges.

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Blackstone's $10B AIR Buy Gets Nod From Top 2 Proxy Firms

Law 360 M&A

Denver-based Apartment Income REIT Corp.'s shareholders have recommendations from the two leading proxy advisory firms to approve an agreement to sell off the real estate investment trust to private equity giant Blackstone for $10 billion, the company announced Thursday.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Stephen Reynolds on Facebook

Appraisers Blog

Despite the rigorous standards imposed on real estate appraisers, the appraisal review process is not regulated in the same way.

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Immigrant Bond Co. Says Sale Complied With $811M Order

Law 360 M&A

An immigrant bond company staring down an $811 million judgment for predatory lending practices is urging a Virginia federal court not to sanction it over its recent sale, saying the transaction complied with the judgment's restrictions on its operations.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Howard Wettreich

Appraisers Blog

A good and appropriate article. Old news though. Questions are, why is this still going on and why hasn’t it been dealt with after all these years? Answer…no one but appraisers actually care…no one.

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Reps And Warranties Insurance Considerations As M&A Slows

Law 360 M&A

The first six months of the year have seen increasingly favorable rates and policy terms for the representations and warranties insurance market, and policy purchasers are right to pay close attention to pricing, coverage, exclusions, structures and claims as the M&A market cools, say attorneys at Cooley.