Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Posted by Subodh Mishra, ISS STOXX, on Monday, November 18, 2024 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at ISS STOXX. This post is based on an ISS-Corporate memorandum by Kosmas Papadopoulos, Executive Director, Head of Sustainability Advisory – Americas; Jun Frank, Managing Director, Global Head of Compensation & Governance Advisory; and Pinak Parikh, Associate, Compensation & Governance Advisory at ISS-Corporate.

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NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The newsletter start-up, which once drew an overture from Elon Musk, is betting on politics content and recruiting stars. But profits remain elusive.

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Start-ups Mergers & Acquisitions 129

Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Posted by Maia Gez, Scott Levi, and Danielle Herrick, White & Case LLP, on Monday, November 18, 2024 Editor's Note: Maia Gez and Scott Levi are Partners, and Danielle Herrick is a Professional Support Counsel, at White & Case LLP. This post is based on a White & Case memorandum by Ms. Gez, Mr. Levi, Ms. Herrick, and Claudette Druehl.

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NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The low-fare carrier has struggled to find its footing after its planned merger with JetBlue was blocked by a federal judge.

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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.

Marketability

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

There are bright spots for growth in global life, retirement, and health insurance. But to combat stagnant demand, the industry needs to find new sources of growth beyond its core products.

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NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Flights will still take off and travelers can keep booking tickets, the low-cost carrier said, as the company enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 104

Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Japanese group’s vice-chair plans post-election Washington visit to break political deadlock on $15bn bid

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Finding profitable growth is an imperative for the world’s personal and commercial property and casualty insurers, while life carriers must adjust to changing consumer needs.

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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

US activist investor plans to push Japanese company to offload some of its $9bn real estate portfolio

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Biodiversity is the multitude of diverse organisms across an ecosystem. It is essential for supporting the health and sustainability of all life on Earth.

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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

Corporate Finance

BV Specialists

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Appraising a real estate holding company requires a nuanced understanding of both financial analysis and the real estate market. These companies typically own, manage, or develop real estate assets, and measuring their worth combines elements of traditional corporate finance with property-specific metrics. You will need to engage with both a licensed, certified real property appraiser and a business valuation professional.

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Discounted Cash Flow Business Valuation Appraisal Corporate Finance 64

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Profitable growth is increasingly hard to find. Commercial property and casualty insurers need to be deliberate about where and how they compete.

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Benzinga

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In a recent episode of the “All-In Podcast,” Chamath Palihapitiya expressed skepticism about a potential boom in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for the year 2025. He suggests that the market will remain restrained, contrary to popular expectations. What Happened : During the discussion, Palihapitiya highlighted, “I think it’s going to still be pretty subdued,” he said. “I don’t think that you’re going to see these crazy M&A deals that I thi

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Marketability 59

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The global energy transition is entering a new phase. These ten McKinsey Explainers highlight what leaders need to know to grow through—and not just react to—the new climate era.

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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.

Marketability

Sun Acquisitions

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) are exciting ventures promising growth, innovation, and market dominance. However, the celebratory mood can quickly sour if companies overlook a crucial element: cultural integration. While financial projections and strategic fit are essential, successful M&A hinges on effectively uniting the distinct cultures of the merging companies.

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Marketability 59

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Year-end review season is here. How can organizations deliver performance reviews that motivate employees and support their development?

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Redpath

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, remote sellers will need to collect state and local sales tax in Illinois based on the sales destination rate.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The Alex Jones-affiliated backup Chapter 7 auction bidder for Jones' right-wing website Infowars asked a Texas bankruptcy judge Monday to disqualify the winning bid from The Onion, a satirical news website, arguing that the bid did not follow the auction procedures.

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Meade & Moore

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

This is a reminder of the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA ). The first due date for filing these reports is January 1, 2025. This filing date applies for companies that existed prior to 2024 (assuming the company is required to report). If a company was formed during 2024 and is required to report, the filing date for such entity is 90 calendar days after the entity was created.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Live Nation moved to arbitrate a proposed consumer antitrust class action alleging it monopolizes concert promotions and secondary ticketing services for major venues, arguing in New York federal court Friday the customers agreed to arbitrate any dispute each time they logged in to their accounts or accepted secondary ticket transfers.

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Benzinga

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

MakeMyTrip Limited (NASDAQ: MMYT ) shares are trading higher premarket on Monday after the company inked a Business Transfer Agreement to acquire the Happay Expense Management Platform from CRED for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthens MakeMyTrip’s position as a comprehensive solution provider for corporate travel and expense management.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Johnson & Johnson Inc. has posted a $1.167 billion surety-backed bond ahead of its planned appeal challenging a Delaware Chancery Court's finding that it owes more than $1 billion to a medical robotics developer's former shareholders caught up in a post-acquisition dispute.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Mercer Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Business Valuation Analysts, LLC, recognized experts in the valuation of privately held business interests for federal estate, gift, income tax and corporate transactional matters. Headquartered in Winter Park, Florida and led by Timothy K. Bronza, CPA, ASA, Business Valuation Analysts, LLC has been providing valuation services since 2007.

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Business Valuation 52

Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The Treasury Department on Monday finalized a rule sharpening its enforcement authority to stop or demand additional information regarding foreign-investment deals that the U.S. deems potential threats to national security.

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Treasury 52

Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Specialty contracting offers a unique opportunity to take part in the multi-trillion-dollar construction industry. Businesses in this industry provide essential services such as HVAC , electrical , plumbing , and carpentry services. As such, running a specialty contracting business can be a rewarding business venture. Whether you’re planning to buy , grow , or sell a specialty contracting business , obtaining a business valuation is crucial.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Brendan Carr's selection as the next Federal Communications Commission chair prompted a wave of plaudits from industry and some dismay from liberal groups, but one thing stands out among experts: He will push to counter what he sees as out-of-control conduct by tech platforms.

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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Drugstore operator’s concession follows recent replacement of its chief and leadership overhaul in its insurance unit

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

CVS Health, represented by Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz, said Monday it has struck a deal with activist investor Glenview Capital Management to appoint four new board members, including Glenview CEO Larry Robbins.

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Reynolds Holding

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The modern economy is fueled by personal data. Described as the “new gold” or “new oil” of today’s digital economy, data are being monitored, collected, and analyzed by public and private entities for strategic and economic value. Coupled with artificial intelligence and machine learning, consumer information and consumer databases have become even more valuable across all industries and around the world.

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Compliance 69

Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP announced Monday that a former Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP attorney will be joining the firm's New York office to focus on banking and credit matters, touting her history representing some of the world's largest financial sponsors and their portfolio companies.

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Banking 52

Vested

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Ryan Edwards, CEO of Audoo, bridges music and data to ensure artists receive fair royalties. Hear the full story on the FounderMetrics with Ifty Nasir.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Budget air carrier Spirit Airlines filed for Chapter 11 protection in a New York bankruptcy court Monday with $3.6 billion in funded debt and a preapproved equity swap restructuring plan.

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Equity 52

Norman Marks

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

As a practitioner, you may feel you have the tools, techniques, and processes to identify, analyze, and assess risks. But are you analyzing them as a single point of effect/impact and its likelihood, or do you have the tools to identify and evaluate a range/distribution of possible impacts/consequences, each of which has its own likelihood?

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Medical services company CareMax Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 protection in Texas bankruptcy court, listing $422.6 million of funded debt and disclosing plans to sell its assets during the case.

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