Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Posted by Subodh Mishra, ISS STOXX, on Thursday, October 17, 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, Head of Sustainability Advisory-Americas; Mikiko Ollison, Vice President for Sustainability Advisory; and Rudy Kwack, Senior Associate for Sustainability Advisory at ISS-Corporate.

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Global Finance

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The need for partnership can be seen through both a global and regional context. No bank or financial institution has a fully comprehensive global suite of services and a local or regional partner can support areas of non-core strength. No matter the geopolitical noise, the world remains highly connected and customers expect to be served seamlessly across markets.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Posted by Mingying Cheng (Rowan University), on Thursday, October 17, 2024 Editor's Note: Mingying Cheng is an Assistant Professor of Finance at Rowan University. This post is based on a recent paper by Professor Cheng, Professor Iftekhar Hasan , Professor Kose John , and Professor Stefano Manfredonia. Summary This paper investigates the impact of California’s gender quota law on corporate strategy and the representation of women in managerial positions.

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N Contracts

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Many financial institutions (FIs) view risk assessments as one-time or annual occurrences. They gather the documentation necessary, assess risks and controls, and assume that's it.

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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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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2024

This is very Good stuff and one that is good for freedom of speech. It is nice to know that there is a platform where appraisers can vent or even rant on issues other than the appraising of real property. This certainly can help to broaden the horizon of appraisers.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Today’s significant operational transformations are harnessing the power of AI. McKinsey’s senior partner Azam Mohammad shares what high-performing companies are doing to capture the full impact.

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Lighter Capital

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Sometimes it feels like there is an overwhelming number of metrics you should be tracking for your SaaS startup. They all have their place , but customer success metrics provide some of the most actionable insights for building successful SaaS products. Revenue, churn, engagement, and satisfaction metrics help quantify customer behaviors that tell you what to prioritize and improve upon in order to monitor the health of your customer base and build a strong foundation that enables you to scale y

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As more organizations turn to procurement as a source of competitive advantage, innovation— especially applying generative AI and digital—will play a larger role, according to McKinsey partner Tarandeep Singh Ahuja, partner Riccardo Drentin and senior partner Mauro Erriquez.

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

German companies have become relatively small and relatively cheap

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Nova Cannabis Inc.'s (TSX: NOVC ) (OTC: NVACF ) shareholders gave the green light to the proposed plan of arrangement involving Nova and SNDL Inc. (NASDAQ: SNDL ), which will be completed in accordance with an agreement dated August 12 between the two companies. Under the deal, SNDL will acquire all of the Nova Shares in exchange for, with respect to each Nova share, either $1.75 in cash or 0.58 of an SNDL share, subject to proration by the plan of arrangement contemplating the arrangement,

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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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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In reply to Baggins. I think the difference is that what you may see as accusations, I see as keeping appraisals unbiased. I think the majority have good intentions and mean no harm. I don’t see anything wrong with keeping certain words and phrases out of the reports.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Many business leaders might be hesitant to operate in war-torn and impoverished regions. But a former McKinsey partner shares how doing so can unlock economic potential and improve the surrounding community.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2024

To lighten the load somewhat from discussions about current highly restrictive language use in appraisal reports that tends to circumvent actual reality

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Can a cannabis brand go from a garage startup to an acquisition by a multi-state operator in a few years? LEVIA did exactly that. What began as an experiment in cannabis tinctures, brewed above a Massachusetts garage, quickly became one of the state’s top-selling cannabis beverage brands—selling out before their products even hit the shelves. For cannabis investors, the LEVIA story isn't just a tale of entrepreneurial grit; it's a roadmap to success in a rapidly growing sector.

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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.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In reply to John Baron. Please forgive if I’m not up to speed with the subtle meanings of emoticons. Please clarify if you think the ongoing accusations towards appraisers will be amplified by the current administration whom facilitated the PAVE task force, or the other side.

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Sun Acquisitions

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In the fast-paced business landscape, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the key to survival. Companies across industries are constantly seeking ways to stay ahead of the curve, and one powerful strategy that has emerged as a catalyst for innovation is mergers and acquisitions (M&A). However, the true art lies in acquiring and finding the perfect partner to fuel innovation and drive strategic growth.

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Nixxy, Inc. (NASDAQ: NIXX ) shares rocketed on Thursday after the company provided updates on its business. This includes acquisition strategy in traditional markets and enhancing operations through technology and data analytics. Nixxy’s strategy involves acquiring established standalone businesses demonstrating stable operations and profitability.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2024

To lighten the load somewhat from discussions about current highly restrictive language use in appraisal reports that tends to circumvent actual reality

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Metals Inc. (TSXV: GENI ) ("Genius Metals" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into an option agreement to acquire a 100% interest in the Tifernine Copper Project, located in the Kingdom of Morocco. This acquisition aligns with the Company's strategy to explore and develop its Moroccan assets, including both the Tifernine and BMR projects, while advancing its exploration activities in North America.

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Rising rates have boosted profits and policymakers want banks that can compete with US rivals.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2024

To lighten the load somewhat from discussions about current highly restrictive language use in appraisal reports that tends to circumvent actual reality

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The Guardian M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Joshua Alliance to take company private, paying 40p in cash for each share not already owned by himself and family Business live – latest updates The Simply Be and JD Williams fashion retailer N Brown has agreed a £191m takeover by a member of its founding family, Joshua Alliance. Alliance will pay 40p in cash for each share of N Brown stock not already owned by himself and his family.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In reply to DAVID. Great summary. The lesson of the story; Bureaucrats are in control. How many of those policy changes actually benefited the regular citizen? You are observing political theater which never ends. We should demand better compliance with states administrative procedural rules. Recently I read the state of Colorado’s administrative procedural rules, inspired by Mr Bagott’s efforts.

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Peak Business Valuation

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The travel industry consistently generates billions in the global market every year. As such, buying , growing , or selling a travel agency can be extremely lucrative and rewarding. Whatever your travel agency goals are, receiving a business valuation for a travel agency can help. This will provide insights into the key value drivers for a travel agency.

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Law 360 M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

An attorney for self-driving robotaxi venture Zoox Inc., its directors and Amazon.com told Delaware's chancellor on Thursday that insolvency was days away when Zoox agreed to a $1.3 billion acquisition by Amazon.com in June 2020, despite conflicting claims from stockholders who challenged the deal.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Mercer Capital is proud to sponsor and attend the 2024 D CEO Energy Awards on October 29, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. Representatives from Mercer Capital’s oil and gas industry team be attending. Now in its seventh year, the D CEO Energy Awards honor outstanding leaders in oil and gas, energy finance, and renewables that continue to innovate and propel the industry forward.

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Law 360 M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

A growing list of Frontier Communications' largest shareholders are concerned about its planned $20 billion takeover by Verizon Communications, and a group of former professional athletes are in talks to buy a stake in the NFL's Buffalo Bills. Here, Law360 breaks down these and other notable rumors from the past week.

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The Medical Services sector is experiencing significant evolution driven by innovation and digital applications. Growing demand for remote treatment has led to a tremendous upsurge in digital healthcare options over the past few years. Demand for digital healthcare treatment continues to grow in the form of telemedicine-focused online medical and AI-powered technology services backed by the adoption of data and analytics.

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Law 360 M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Federal Trade Commission complaint counsel has admitted a reality that the agency has long resisted: While federal court preliminary injunction fights are ostensibly meant only to pause a merger while a merits case plays out through an in-house court, the federal court case usually decides the transaction's fate.

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Autodesk (NASDAQ: ADSK ) recently announced AI-integrated product developments across segments to enhance performance and efficiency. It aims to simplify complexities related to the manufacturing and designing of products by introducing AI capabilities to Fusion and Alias. Autodesk Adds AI-Powered Capabilities to Fusion Autodesk Fusion will be integrated with new Autodesk AI-supported automation to enable time-saving.

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Law 360 M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

A fighter lodged a $15 million antitrust lawsuit against Bellator, claiming that after it merged with the Professional Fighters League, the mixed martial arts company broke a previous agreement that had guaranteed him a certain amount of bouts and payouts.

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Xerox Holdings (NASDAQ: XRX ) shares are trading higher on Thursday. The firm has agreed to acquire ITsavvy, an Oak Brook, Illinois-based provider of integrated IT products and services, for $400 million. ITsavvy, founded in 2004, provides integrated IT infrastructure solutions and has grown its revenue to over $400 million on a trailing twelve-month basis.

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Law 360 M&A

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The federal government and 40 states are urging a New York federal court not to trim their antitrust case against Live Nation, arguing that states have the right to go after overcharges customers allegedly paid for concert tickets and also defending a tying claim based on venues and promotion services.

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 17, 2024

On Thursday, Kezar Life Sciences, Inc (NASDAQ: KZR ) decided to terminate the PALIZADE Phase 2b trial in patients with active lupus nephritis (LN) and focus clinical development efforts on zetomipzomib in autoimmune hepatitis (AIH). Last week, the FDA placed a clinical hold on the company’s zetomipzomib Investigational New Drug (IND) application for LN following a review of emerging safety data, including an assessment of four Grade 5 (fatal or death) serious adverse events (SAEs) that occ

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