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Minimum Viable Signal: Venture Funding, Social Movements, and Race

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Matt Marx (Cornell SC Johnson College of Business), Qian Wang (Cornell SC Johnson College of Business), and Emmanuel Yimfor (Columbia Business School), on Friday, June 28, 2024 Editor's Note: Matt Marx is the Bruce F. Failing, Sr. Chair in Entrepreneurship and Professor of Management & Organizations in the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management at Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, Qian Wang is a PhD Student at Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, and E

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Global Economics Intelligence executive summary, May 2024

Mckinsey and Company

Central banks largely hold interest rates, with inflation still above target; freight rates are expected to spike; the US is expected to impose tariffs on multiple imports from China.

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Weekly Roundup: June 21-27, 2024

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance, on Friday, June 28, 2024 Editor's Note: This roundup contains a collection of the posts published on the Forum during the week of June 21-27, 2024 Vice Capital Posted by Andrew Jennings (Emory University) and Kimberly D. Krawiec (University of Virginia), on Friday, June 21, 2024 Tags: Entrepreneurship , ESG , minority entrepreneurs , sin industries , sin stocks , Venture Capital , vice capital Court calls a halt to Exxon case agains

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Generative AI and the future of work: A Singapore perspective

Mckinsey and Company

There's no doubt the growth of generative AI will affect the future workforce. This podcast turns the conversation to how companies can adapt to thrive, drawing on Singapore as a case study.

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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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Supreme Court Strikes Down Chevron Deference

Law 360 M&A

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday overturned a decades-old precedent that instructed judges about when they could defer to federal agencies' interpretations of law in rulemaking, depriving courts of a commonly used analytic tool and leaving lots of questions about what comes next.

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The Latest on CDK Global Cybersecurity

Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

As frequent auto conference attendees and sponsors, we discuss trends in the industry with other service providers. In an increasingly digital world, we’ve noted an increase in service providers catering to cybersecurity in a variety of ways.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Kevin

Appraisers Blog

The problem is that many reviewers lack the knowledge of the market area and have not “been there” CU,,HA,, ya thats a laugh! I sometimes repond with, “In response to CU provided sales to consider, these have already been eliminated in the initial comparison search due to differences noted that do not regard them as comparables to the subject property.

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Skiing And Surfing Make Me A Better Lawyer

Law 360 M&A

The skills I’ve learned while riding waves in the ocean and slopes in the mountains have translated to my legal career — developing strong mentor relationships, remaining calm in difficult situations, and being prepared and able to move to a backup plan when needed, says Brian Claassen at Knobbe Martens.

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Cannabis Extraction Company Ayurcann To Merge With Arogo, Resulting In $210M Entity

Benzinga

Canadian cannabis extraction company Ayurcann Holdings Corp. (CSE: AYUR ) (OTCQB: AYURF ) (FSE: 3ZQ0) and a special purpose acquisition company Arogo Capital Acquisition Corporation (NASDAQ: AOGO ) entered into a definitive business combination agreement. The combined company will be worth $210 million. “Ayurcann is one of the most innovative companies we have encountered, particularly in cannabis extraction and product development," stated Suradech Taweesaengsakulthai , CEO and director o

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Chevron's End Is Just The Start For Energized Agency Foes

Law 360 M&A

By knocking down a powerful precedent that has towered over administrative law for 40 years, the U.S. Supreme Court's right wing Friday gave a crowning achievement to anti-agency attorneys. But for those attorneys, the achievement is merely a means to an end, and experts expect a litigation blitzkrieg to materialize quickly in the aftermath.

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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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Europe’s new resilience regime: The race to get ready for DORA

Mckinsey and Company

As the directive for the European Union’s Digital Operational Resilience Act approaches, financial institutions and their providers of information and communications technology have significant work ahead, a new McKinsey survey shows.

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As Election Looms, M&A Attys Advise To 'Stay The Course'

Law 360 M&A

The contentious presidential election is bound to rattle mergers and acquisitions activity in the short term, and the eventual winner will create unique sets of winners and losers in the market, but attorneys have a simple message to clients: "Stay the course.

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Author Talks: How data takes on a life of its own—and what you can do about it

Mckinsey and Company

Data permeates almost every aspect of our lives, but do we truly know its effects? Aram Sinnreich looks behind the curtain to find out.

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Is the era of the mega private equity deal over?

Financial Times M&A

The lack of exit options for investments has forced some executives to reconsider more swashbuckling strategies

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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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Acquisition Advantages: Harnessing Growth Opportunities for Small Businesses

Sun Acquisitions

In the dynamic business landscape, small enterprises often find themselves at a crossroads when achieving sustainable growth. While organic growth is essential, many small businesses are exploring alternative routes to accelerate their expansion. One such strategy that has gained prominence is mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This blog post delves into the acquisition advantages that can empower small businesses to harness growth opportunities effectively.

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Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between Invisible Connections Ltd and Siss Holding B.V., Holdco of Terwa B.V.

Benchmark Report

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the acquisition between Oxfordshire-based Invisible Connections and Siss Holding, Holdco of the trading entity Terwa.

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5 Reasons Why You Need KPIs

Rhythm Systems

Measuring the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) is vital to the health and success of your business. However, when onboarding new clients, some need clarification about what they should measure and how to use these powerful tools. They often ask, "Why do we need KPIs?" or "Why use KPIs?" or "Why are KPIs important?" or even " What are KPIs? " as they think their way of doing things isn't broken.

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Chancery Court, Not Accountant, To Resolve Curaleaf Dispute

Law 360 M&A

A post-merger dispute between cannabis dispensary giant Curaleaf and the former owner of a multistate cannabis operation it acquired in 2022 must be resolved by Delaware's Court of Chancery and not an independent accountant, the court's chancellor said Friday.

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What accountants need to know about AI

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: A look at the tax research landscape Understanding the benefits of AI for tax and accounting professionals A deeper look at how AI can transform tax research How AI can enhance client service Are you ready to harness the power of AI? In recent years, AI has become a transformative force across various industries — and the tax and accounting profession is no exception.

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Most H.I.G. Capital Claims Advance In $915M Del. Audax Suit

Law 360 M&A

A Delaware Superior Court judge has kept alive much of a suit filed by affiliates of H.I.G. Capital alleging "brazen" sell-side fraud and conspiracy by interests of Audax Group in connection with H.I.G.'s $915 million deal in early 2022 for an allegedly overvalued Mobileum Inc.

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LaPorte Named to Best Accounting Firm List

LaPorte

Readers of New Orleans CityBusiness, a weekly business publication, named LaPorte as a “Top Winner” in the “Best Accounting Firm” list in the publication’s Reader… The post LaPorte Named to Best Accounting Firm List first appeared on LaPorte.

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Consulting Co. Says Rivals Merged Despite Promising Not To

Law 360 M&A

A software consulting company seeking to block a merger between two competitors alleged in a suit in Colorado state court that the rivals have shown "blatant disregard" for a noncompete pact brokered during earlier talks to combine all three companies.

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Acquisition Premiums Return to the Oil Patch

Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

The shale industry is showing signs of maturity. Some acquisition trends appear to be burgeoning, such as acquisition premiums, more debt, and looser hedging requirements. These portend higher values and perhaps more of an emphasis on longer-term drilling inventory as opposed to nearer-term production metrics. Let us take a quick look at them.

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A Case Study For Calif. Cities In Water Utility Takeovers

Law 360 M&A

With growing water scarcity and drier weather looming, some local governments in California have sought to acquire investor-owned water utilities by eminent domain — but the 2016 case of Claremont v. Golden State Water is a reminder that such municipalization attempts must meet certain statutory requirements, say attorneys at Nossaman.

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New SEC Analysis of Form ADV Data

Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

Consolidation is a theme that has a lot of traction in the RIA industry. The prevailing narrative is that a growing multitude of buyers are scrambling to compete for a limited number of firms.

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4 Things To Know As New SPAC Rules Take Effect

Law 360 M&A

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's new rules governing special-purpose acquisition companies take effect on Monday, marking an expansive attempt to strengthen oversight of SPAC deals. Here, Law360 examines what to expect as the agency's 581-page rule package goes live.

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Copper-Gold Co.s Both Rated Strong Buys Ahead of Merger

Benzinga

Source: Clive Maund 06/26/2024 This year, Blackwolf Copper & Gold Ltd. (OTC: BWCGF ) and Treasury Metals Inc. (OTC: TSRMF ) signed a merger deal to combine the two companies to advance the Goliath Gold Complex project (GGC project) in Ontario toward production with a strengthened leadership, balance sheet, and capital markets team with the merger expected to complete on July 3.

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NY Law Firm Botched Gas Co. Sale, Ex-Client Says

Law 360 M&A

Albany, New York-based Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is facing a lawsuit in New York federal court alleging it failed to properly structure the sale of a gas company and caused its owner to incur an avoidable tax liability.

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Business Valuation for Buying a Glass and Glazing Company

Peak Business Valuation

Glass and glazing businesses cut, install, and provide maintenance and repair services for glass panels. This sector has an important role in the construction industry. As such, operating a glass and glazing company can be lucrative. According to IBIS World , the glass and glazing industry generates over $3.5 billion in revenue each year. If you are looking to purchase a glass and glazing company, it is important to receive a glass and glazing company valuation.

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4 Important Events In Bank Regulation: A Midyear Review

Law 360 M&A

The first six months of 2024 have been fairly stable for the banking industry, though U.S. Supreme Court decisions and proposals from regulators have significantly affected the regulatory standards applicable to insured depository institutions, says Christina Grigorian at Katten.

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Brussels explores antitrust probe into Microsoft’s partnership with OpenAI

Financial Times M&A

EU executive arm drops merger review into US tech companies’ alliance

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Skadden Guides Nokia On $2.3B Infinera Buy, Stock Pops

Law 360 M&A

Skadden is representing Nokia on a deal to buy Silicon Valley optical-transmission equipment maker Infinera at a $2.3 billion enterprise value, as the Finnish telecommunications giant looks to upsize its North American optical markets business.

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Delaware Amendments: The Return of the Dead Hand Pill?

John Jenkins

If you’ve been paying attention to the debate over the 2024 Delaware DGCL amendments, one thing that seems pretty clear is that a lot of stuff we all thought was settled long ago is once again up for grabs. Take “dead hand” poison pills, for example.

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Taxation With Representation: Kirkland, Vinson, Skadden

Law 360 M&A

In this week's Taxation with Representation, Aareal Bank AG and Advent International sell a property management and maintenance software company, Webtoon Entertainment Inc. and Tamboran Resources Corp. price initial public offerings, SM Energy Company acquires oil and gas assets, and Nokia sells Alcatel Submarine Networks to the French state.

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