Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Posted by Dean Kingsley, Matt Solomon, Deloitte & Touche LLP, and Kristen Jaconi (USC Marshall), on Sunday, December 3, 2023 Editor's Note: Dean Kingsley is a Principal and Matt Solomon is a Senior Manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP. Kristen Jaconi is an Associate Professor of the Practice in Accounting and Executive Director at Peter Arkley Institute for Risk Management at the USC Marshall School of Business.

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NYT M&A

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The people who were most afraid of the risks of artificial intelligence decided they should be the ones to build it. Then distrust fueled a spiraling competition.

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Start-ups Mergers & Acquisitions Technology 145

Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Brands recognize the value of partnering with suppliers but have been slow to act. Our latest survey finds that brands are finally shifting to transform the apparel industry.

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NYT M&A

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The deal, valued at $1.9 billion, is likely to face close scrutiny by federal antitrust regulators.

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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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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 3, 2023

CO2 removal (CDR) capacity is far from the gigaton scale needed to round out businesses’ net-zero efforts by 2050. We explore a mature CDR market’s potential and possible first-mover advantages.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Alaska Air (NYSE: ALK ) has declared its intent to acquire Hawaiian Airlines (NASDAQ: HA ) in a deal worth $1.9 billion. As reported by CNN on Sunday, this merger is expected to provide customers with a broader range of domestic and international options. Both airlines will retain their individual brands, a decision prompted by respect for their nearly century-long history and the communities to whom they provide services.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The most recent acquisition attempt by Saks Fifth Avenue on its competitor Neiman Marcus has been rejected, as the two high-end retailers struggle to agree on merger terms. According to the Wall Street Journal , Neiman rejected Saks' latest offer, which valued Neiman close to $3 billion. Those privy to the matter revealed that Neiman objected to the deal's structure, which did not primarily consist of cash.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche said on Monday that it plans to buy Carmot Therapeutics, a developer of obesity and diabetes drugs, for up to $3.1 billion as it seeks to add weight-loss products to its portfolio.

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Appraiser Newsroom

DECEMBER 3, 2023

By Jessica Lopez as seen on LinkedIn.com. Design Magic by Jessica López Aparicio © 2023 Editor’s Note: Referrals are one of the key benefits of belonging to a professional organization like ASA. Its multidiscipline network of member professionals offers a distinct advantage over other organizations. But how can members better improve their networking skills to capitalize on this?

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Technology Business Valuation Appraisal 52

Peak Business Valuation

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Auto detailing businesses offer thorough interior and exterior cleaning services for passenger cars, trucks, trailers, and vans. This involves polishing, waxing, vacuuming, leather and vinyl treatment, etc… In the coming years, IBIS World expects a rise in motor vehicle registrations as well as consumer disposable income. As a result, demand for auto detailing services will likely increase.

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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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Appraiser Newsroom

DECEMBER 3, 2023

How to really attract and retain appraisers. By Jeff Hicks, MAI , of Realwired as seen on LinkedIn.com. Editor’s Note: The following article and linked podcast take a reflective look at the real estate appraisal profession and discus key insights for future success. Its valuable insights serve as a reminder for appraisers from all specialties. A timely topic as ASA spotlights key reasons to join during its upcoming membership recruitment campaign.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 3, 2023

– Roche to acquire Carmot for an upfront payment of $2.7 billion and the potential for $400 million in milestone payments – – Carmot will join the Roche Group as part of Roche's Pharmaceuticals Division – – Transaction expected to close in the first quarter of 2024 – BERKELEY, Calif., Dec. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carmot Therapeutics Inc. (Carmot), a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to developing life-changing therapeutics for people living with metabolic diseases includin

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Reynolds Holding

DECEMBER 3, 2023

On October 27, 2023, the UK’s Panel on Takeovers and Mergers (the “ Panel ”) published the results of a consultation started in May 2023 to review the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers (the “ Code ”), together with proposed amendments to the Code. In general, the amendments will relax provisions of the Code that restrict the board of a target company from taking certain actions during the course of a takeover on the basis that they constitute “frustrating action”.

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Debt Financing Marketability Finance Equity 40

Reynolds Holding

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (“DFA”) was signed into law in July 2010. The DFA introduced several reforms; collectively, these reforms were intended to reduce the risk of the financial sector and to provide financial stability following the banking crisis of 2007-2008. In a new paper, we investigate the effect of one specific mandate in the DFA: the requirement for banks to have a board-level risk committee (“RC”) and a chief risk officer (“CRO”).

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Banking Start-ups Finance Compliance 52

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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