Mon.Oct 07, 2024

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2024 proxy season recap: Disclosures catch up with investor expectations

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Ray Garcia, Paul DeNicola, and Matt DiGuiseppe, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Monday, October 7, 2024 Editor's Note: Ray Garcia is a Leader, Paul DeNicola is a Principal , and Matt DiGuiseppe is a Managing Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Proxy season at a glance Just 26 companies in the Russell 3000 stock index failed to gain majority support for their compensation plans.

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How to embrace the CEO role: An interview with Daniel Vasella

Mckinsey and Company

The top job can be hard. But as the former Novartis CEO explains, leaders can take pleasure in competing—while honing the personal qualities needed to succeed in the role and rally an organization.

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Key Updates to the DOJs Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Andrew M. Good, Avia M. Dunn, and Zaneta Wykowska, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, on Monday, October 7, 2024 Editor's Note: Andrew M. Good and Avia M. Dunn are Partners, and Zaneta Wykowska is an Associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. This post is based on a Skadden memorandum by Mr. Good, Ms. Dunn, Ms. Wykowska, Ryan D.

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OpenAI Faces Competition From France, Japan

Global Finance

OpenAI continues to attract tons of venture capital, its accumulated take reportedly hovering at $6.5 billion most recently. And a valuation that now exceeds $150 billion might appear to give the Microsoft and Softbank-backed startup an insurmountable advantage in the generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) space. But emerging players like Paris-based Mistral AI and Tokyo-based Sakana AI are gaining ground, says entrepreneur Ilya Kulyatin, who founded Tokyo AI, a community of over 1,000 AI pr

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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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Sustainable Investing: Evidence From the Field

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Alex Edmans (London Business School), Dirk Jenter (London School of Economics and Political Science), and Tom Gosling (London Business School), on Monday, October 7, 2024 Editor's Note: Alex Edmans is a Professor of Finance at London Business School, Dirk Jenter is a Professor of Finance at London School of Economics and Political Science, and Tom Gosling is an Executive Fellow in the Department of Finance at London Business School.

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Rio Tinto Confirms Interest In Arcadium Lithium, Shares Surge

Benzinga

On Monday, Rio Tinto (NYSE: RIO ) confirmed that it is in non-binding talks to acquire Arcadium Lithium (NYSE: ALTM ), a major lithium miner formed from the merger of Livent and Allkem. Both companies clarified that the discussions are preliminary, and there is no certainty that a transaction will proceed. If the acquisition goes through, Rio Tinto would become one of the largest lithium producers globally, behind industry leaders like Albemarle Corp (NYSE: ALB ) and SQM (NYSE: SQM ).

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Rio Tinto in talks to buy Arcadium Lithium

Financial Times M&A

Deal would make miner one of world’s largest producers of key battery material

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CFO Corner With Iveco Group’s Anna Tanganelli

Global Finance

Since December 2023, Anna Tanganelli has served as Chief Financial Officer of Iveco, the commercial vehicles business that was spun off from CNH industrial in 2021. Tanganelli started her career at UBS, then moved to Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), where she held various roles, primarily in Business Development and M&A. In 2019, she was appointed CFO and Head of M&A for Magneti Marelli and CFO for the EMEA region within the broader Marelli Group.

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Power forward: Five make-or-break truths about next-gen e-commerce

Mckinsey and Company

McKinsey research shows that leading companies aren’t afraid to invest and are determined to make tech a centerpiece for the next generation of e-commerce.

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Norway: Electric Car Ownership Outnumbers Gas Cars

Global Finance

In a global first, the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV) said last month that electric vehicles (EVs) now outnumber gas-powered models in the country. Out of 2.8 million private cars currently registered, 754,303 are fully electric, surpassing the 753,905 running on petrol. The news came on the heels of another record; EV sales in Norway took a 94% market share in August.

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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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Dovid Efune, outspoken frontrunner to buy The Telegraph

Financial Times M&A

Staff fear British-born publisher of The New York Sun would be a more divisive owner than the Barclay family

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Intel In Crosshairs Of Apollo, Qualcomm

Global Finance

Apollo Global Management has expressed interest in buying Intel; industry heavyweight Qualcomm was earlier reported to be considering a takeover of the Santa Clara, California-based semiconductor behemoth. Benchmark tech analyst Cody Acree argues that a private equity firm like Apollo is a better fit for struggling Intel. “Who benefits from Intel’s resurgence other than a core investor?

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Richemont to sell struggling Yoox Net-a-Porter to Mytheresa

Financial Times M&A

Losses at YNAP have cost its parent billions of euros in writedowns

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Appraising a Construction Business

BV Specialists

Valuing a construction company involves many factors, including financial, operational, industry, and market considerations. Here is some insight into the key variables that are reviewed and analyzed when an experienced professional completes a business appraisal for this type of operation: Financial Performance This includes an in-depth review of historical income statements and balance sheets to determine revenue trends, profitability, cash flow, assets, and liabilities.

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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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Norway’s Equinor takes 10% stake in renewables group Ørsted

Financial Times M&A

Company becomes second-largest shareholder in world’s biggest offshore wind farm developer behind Danish government

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What is wind energy?

Mckinsey and Company

Wind energy is a renewable source of electrical or mechanical power that could help transform the energy sector.

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Pfizer goes from hunter to hunted as Starboard circles

Financial Times M&A

Plus, Jane Street comes for Goldman’s trading crown and Byju’s can’t find the money

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Sports Betting: FanDuel Parent Wields M&A To Expand

Global Finance

Flutter, the Dublin-based parent of FanDuel, bought Italian gambling service Snaitech last month for $2.6 billion, hard on the heels of its purchase of a majority stake in NSX Group, one of Brazil’s biggest gambling operators. The sports betting giant spent roughly $3 billion in total; both acquisitions are expected to close in the second quarter of 2025.

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Here's Why You Should Add FMC Stock to Your Portfolio Now

Benzinga

FMC Corporation 's (NYSE: FMC ) stock looks promising at the moment. It benefits from efforts to expand its product portfolio through new product launches and its restructuring actions. Let's see what makes FMC stock a compelling investment option at the moment. FMC Stock Outperforms Industry FMC has outperformed the industry it belongs to over the past three months.

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India Bails Out The Maldives

Global Finance

India last month extended the fiscally precarious Maldives a $50 million interest-free loan, helping stave off a potential default on $500 million in Sukuk bonds. The loan will support coupon payments due this month. The bonds, issued in 2021, were subscribed by countries including Egypt, Pakistan, South Africa and the UK. Sukuk bonds comply with Islamic law , offering investors a way to generate returns without violating the prohibition on interest.

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Bruker Stock Gains From Its Latest Acquisition of Dynamic Biosensors

Benzinga

Bruker Corporation (NASDAQ: BRKR ) recently announced the acquisition of Dynamic Biosensors GmbH, or DBS, a pioneering company known for its development in biosensors. The acquisition is aimed at boosting Bruker's biophysical portfolio, which is used for analyzing molecular interactions and kinetics. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.

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Does “risk culture” make sense?

Norman Marks

“Risk culture” is a term that sounds good and is used by many. But my question is whether it is something that actually exists (or should exist), and whether the term has a useful meaning. First, what does it mean.

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Labcorp Stock Gains From Biopharma Business Amid FX Woe

Benzinga

Labcorp Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LH ) or Labcorp benefits from the solid execution of its strategic priorities. Investment in targeted high-growth areas should drive the momentum. The company faces headwinds from macroeconomic uncertainties and growing foreign exchange issues. The stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) currently. Factors Driving LH Stock LabCorp is well-placed for long-term success in Cell & Gene Therapy, expanding into the consumer market and international growth through the spe

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Going on Five Years of Regular Walking

Chris Mercer

I began a regular walking program on December 15, 2019, just before the COVID-19 panic set in, or about 4 years and 10 months ago. I’ve written about this in a number of blog posts since then, but not since November of 2023. When I go places or talk with friends by phone or Zoom, I’m frequently asked the question: “Are you still walking?

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TotalEnergies Acquires 50% Stake In Two Offshore Wind Projects In North Sea: Details

Benzinga

TotalEnergies SE (NYSE: TTE ) shares are trading higher on Monday. The company agreed to acquire a 50% stake in two offshore wind projects in the North Sea from RWE AG (OTC: RWEOY ), specifically N-9.1 and N-9.2, each with a capacity of 2 GW. These projects, located 110 km off the German coast, were awarded to RWE in August 2024 and come with 25-year licenses that can be extended to 35 years.

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Alta Fox Latest Activist To Take Aim At Forward Air Corp.

Law 360 M&A

Forward Air Corp. shareholder Alta Fox in a Monday letter blasted the "disastrous record of ignoring shareholders' views" by the asset-light transportation services provider and demanded immediate change, marking the second activist investor to take aim at the company in recent months.

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Barnes To Go Private In $3.6B Acquisition Deal With Apollo

Benzinga

Barnes Group, Inc. (NYSE: B ) shares are trading higher after the company inked a deal to be acquired by funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO ) in an all-cash transaction valued at around $3.6 billion. The agreement stipulates that Barnes shareholders will receive $47.50 per share in cash, representing a premium of about 22% over the undisturbed closing share price on June 25, 2024.

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Henderson Franklin Adds Tax Pro To Florida Offices

Law 360 M&A

A tax attorney who formerly practiced at Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth PC has joined Henderson Franklin Starnes & Holt PA's business and tax planning department and will work from the firm's Florida offices in Fort Myers and Naples.

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A Cascade Effect On Interest rates

Global Finance

VOL. 38 NO. 9 At Global Finance , generating the report cards for central bank governors has always been a complex and thorough project. Scoring more than 100 governors from very different economies and with such different mandates for their central banks is a complex task. However, our commitment to applying similar analytical criteria for all ensures that our analysis is comprehensive and reliable, carrying important implications for the global economy.

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Reasons to Retain Cardinal Health Stock in Your Portfolio Now

Benzinga

Cardinal Health Inc. (NYSE: CAH ) is well-poised for growth, given its acquisition-driven strategy, a diversified product portfolio and a robust pharmaceutical segment. However, inflationary pressure remains a concern. Shares of this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company have risen 11.1% in the year-to-date period against the industry's 1.7% decline. The S&P 500 Index has gained 20.6% in the same time frame.

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Cravath Guides Vista In $3.4B Sporting Goods, Ammo Deal

Law 360 M&A

Cravath Swaine & Moore LLP guided Vista Outdoor Inc. on its nearly $3.4 billion deal to sell off its business, in a two-part deal that includes an amended agreement to sell its ammunition business to Czechoslovak Group, or CSG, for more than $2.2 billion.

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Eni to Develop CCS Project to Aid UK's Decarbonization Efforts

Benzinga

Eni S.p.A (NYSE: E ), a leading integrated energy player, has been awarded an agreement for lease by The Crown Estate for a carbon capture and storage project. The agreement for lease was awarded for the Hynet project, the first CCS project in the United Kingdom to reuse existing pipelines and infrastructure to reduce emissions. Reusing the existing infrastructure should help reduce the project's cost and the overall environmental damage associated with the construction of a new project.

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Mayer Brown Partner Returns To Hunton In DC

Law 360 M&A

A partner at Mayer Brown LLP, who started his legal career nearly a decade ago with Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, has rejoined the firm as a partner in its Washington office, the firm announced Monday.

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Dealmaker-In-Chief: Unicredit CEO Andrea Orcel

Global Finance

True to his reputation as a consummate dealmaker, Unicredit CEO Andrea Orcel is orchestrating one of the largest cross-border bank mergers ever in Europe. Last month, Unicredit swiftly and dramatically raked up a more than 20% stake in Germany’s second-largest listed lender, Commerzbank. Should the takeover go through, it would create one of the largest lenders worldwide, reshaping the banking sector in Europe.

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