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BuzzFeed Strikes Deal to Sell ‘Hot Ones’ Company for $82.5 Million

NYT M&A

The sale, to a group that includes the shows host, Sean Evans, and Soros Fund Management, will allow BuzzFeed to pay down tens of millions of dollars in debt.

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How to deliver on the promise of mixed-use real estate developments

Mckinsey and Company

McKinsey partner James Patchett discusses the success factors that mixed-use developers are wise to keep top of mind.

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Remembering David Bonderman, a Private Equity Pioneer

NYT M&A

A former lawyer, he cofounded the giant investment firm TPG and became known for complex deals that remade corporate America. He died on Wednesday at 82.

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McKinsey Global Institute: 2024 in charts

Mckinsey and Company

Here are some of the McKinsey Global Institutes favorite data visualizations from 2024.

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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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Synopsys Proposes Divesting Units, Including Ansys PowerArtist, For $35 Billion EU Deal Approval

Benzinga

Synopsys Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS ), an American electronic design automation company, is preparing to divest an Ansys Inc. (NASDAQ: ANSS ) unit, along with one of its own, to secure EU approval for its $35 billion acquisition, according to sources cited by Reuters. Ansys specializes in software development for autonomous vehicle sensor simulations, including lidar, radar, and camera design.

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The industries reshaping our global economy

Mckinsey and Company

New research shines a light on the next arenas of competition: the high-growth industries of today that will transform the business landscape of tomorrow.

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Business Valuation for Selling a Used Car Dealership

Peak Business Valuation

Selling a used car dealership can be a major turning point in a career. Selling can be beneficial whether you are ready to retire, pursue a new business venture, or cash in on years of hard work. No matter the reason, knowing how much a car dealership is worth is essential. A business valuation for selling a used car dealership helps you understand its true value.

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Financial services beyond the bank

Mckinsey and Company

The CEO and co-founder of the embedded-finance company Alviere discusses the opportunity in enabling brands to offer their customers financial services.

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Regulatory Brief for December 2024: 1071, Deepfake Fraud and Enforcement Actions

N Contracts

December has arrived, and with it, a new episode of Ncontracts Regulatory Brief, where we cover the latest regulatory news, trends, and updates from the past month.

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Auto leasing: Combating declining used-car prices in Europe

Mckinsey and Company

Declining used-car prices represent an opportunity for European leasing players to embrace more-sophisticated forecasting models and risk mitigation strategies.

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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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Navigating SEIS and EIS: Risk-to-capital decoded

Vested

Navigating the world of SEIS/EIS is challenging, and predicting approval can be especially difficult with stipulations such as risk-to-capital. For both businesses and investors, this condition is pivotal, as it is one of the first things HMRC will consider.

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What Does Dental Player Patterson's $4.1 Billion Deal Mean For Other Players?

Benzinga

On Wednesday, Patient Square Capital , a healthcare investment firm, agreed to acquire Patterson Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: PDCO ), a dental and animal health product distributor, for approximately $4.1 billion. During its second-quarter earnings release, the company announced it is exploring strategic options, including a sale or merger, to boost shareholder value.

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Sullivan & Cromwell Discusses Treasury Amendments to CFIUS Procedures and Enforcement Authorities

Reynolds Holding

On November 18, 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) issued a final rule (the Final Rule) that amends the regulations administered and enforced by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS or the Committee). [1] In particular, the Final Rule enhance[s] certain CFIUS procedures and sharpen[s] its penalty and enforcement authorities in order to ensure its investment screening regime has a sharper scalpel to more quickly and effectively address national securi

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Adaptive Learning Software Market to Propel Growth at USD 16.02 Billion by 2031 |SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the global adaptive learning software market will attain a value of USD 16.02 Billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 21.1% during the forecast period (2024-2031). Adaptive learning helps in creating communicative adaptive models like technological programs to enable personalized teaching practices enhancing the individualized learning experiences of every student.

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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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Why Do So Many Firms Lack CEO Succession Plans?

Reynolds Holding

Each year, a significant number of publicly listed companies in the U.S. face the departure of their CEOs. While these transitions are inevitable, they represent critical moments in a company’s lifecycle, often leading to long-lasting financial and strategic problems when poorly managed. Yet, many companies are ill-prepared for these moments. In a new paper, we explore why and estimate the costs and benefits of CEO succession plans while quantifying their impact on shareholder value.

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Baby Food Packaging Market to Drive Growth at 122.03 Billion by 2031 |SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the global baby food packaging market will attain a value of USD 122.03 Billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period (2024-2031). The baby food packaging market is witnessing immense growth due to the increasing concern about baby food preservation and safety. Furthermore, consumers are also demanding better packaging that preserves the quality of the product and avoids contamination.

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Duty of Loyalty: Unique Indemnification Rights Considered a Conflict

John Jenkins

In November, John blogged about the Chancery Courts recent decision inGB-SP Holdings LLC et al. v. Walker(Del. Ch.; 11/24). This Fried Frank M&A briefing on the case discusses the facts that caused Vice Chancellor Fioravanti to evaluate the adoption of the forbearance agreement under the entire fairness standard.

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Dairy Ingredients Market Size to Reach Value of USD 126.81 Billion By 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the global dairy ingredients market share will reach a value of USD 126.81 Billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period (2024-2031). Rising demand for dairy components has been spurred by the expanding appeal of dairy-based products across multiple industries, ranging from food and beverage, baking and confectionery to nutritional supplements.

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Board Practices and Composition: 2024 Edition

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Matteo Tonello, The Conference Board, Inc., on Thursday, December 12, 2024 Editor's Note: Matteo Tonello is the Head of Benchmarking and Analytics at The Conference Board, Inc. This post is based on a Conference Board memorandum by Mr. Tonello, Merel Spierings , and Paul Hodgson. Despite record levels of demographic diversity in board composition, directional trends are slowing amid an increasingly complex economic and social environment.

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Recycled Plastic Market to Propel Growth at USD 81.10 Billion by 2031 |SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the global recycled plastic market will attain a value of USD 81.10 Billion by 2031 , with a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period (2024-2031). Growing consumption of plastics in the production of lightweight components, which are utilized in several sectors like building & construction, automotive, electrical & electronics is fueling the recycled plastic market growth.

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Boards Must Lead Companies Through Today’s Political Turbulence

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Michael W. Peregrine (McDermott Will & Emery) , on Thursday, December 12, 2024 Editor's Note: Michael W. Peregrine is a Partner at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. In the wake of current political volatility, corporate boards should continually exercise the full scope of their leadership role,in order tosustain the organizational mission and respond to stakeholder interests they serve.

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Fitness Tracker Market to Witness 6.60% CAGR by 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that fitness tracker market size will attain the value of USD 67.85 Billion by 2031 , with a CAGR of 6.60% during the forecast period (2024-2031). Increasing prevalence of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases is one of the major factors driving the market growth.

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No, SPACs Do Not Dilute Investors – A Theoretical and Empirical Analysis

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Hal Scott (Harvard Law School) and John Gulliver (Program on International Financial Systems), on Thursday, December 12, 2024 Editor's Note: Hal S. Scott is the Emeritus Nomura Professor of International Financial Systems at Harvard Law School and John Gulliver is the Kenneth C. Griffin Executive Director of the Program on International Financial Systems.

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Symbotic Announces Acquisition of OhmniLabs

Benzinga

WILMINGTON, Mass., Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ: SYM ), a leader in A.I.-enabled robotics technology for the supply chain, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of OhmniLabs, a Silicon Valley-based innovator in the field of robotics solutions for health care. "Combining Symbotic's expertise in large-scale automation with OhmniLabs' ground-breaking mobile robots, vision and A.I. solutions will enable the development of unparalleled automation i

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The Benefits of Buying an Existing Business Versus Starting One

Sun Acquisitions

When embarking on the entrepreneurial journey, one of the most significant decisions is whether to start a business from scratch, grow an existing business organically, or buy an existing enterprise. While all three approaches have merits, purchasing an existing business often offers unique advantages that can reduce risk, accelerate success, and streamline the pathway to profitability.

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Cyders Fortifies Cyber Defense Capabilities with Outpost Security Acquisition

Benzinga

Toronto / London / Kansas City, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TORONTO / LONDON / KANSAS CITY (DEC 12, 2024) Cyderes , a leader in cybersecurity solutions, has announced the strategic acquisition of Outpost Security, a firm renowned for its managed security services and incident response expertise. This acquisition strengthens Cyderes' already impressive cybersecurity capabilities and furthers its global expansion, enhancing its ability to deliver cutting-edge security solutions across

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Legal Expert: Expect Surge in Form I-9 Audits Under New Administration

ThomsonReuters

Blog home As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House in 2025, employers should anticipate a significant increase in Form I-9 employment verification audits. Jorge R. Lopez, a shareholder at Littler Mendelson P.C., emphasized that this increase will be “across the board,” signaling a robust focus on immigration compliance under the new administration.

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CORRECTION: Cyderes Fortifies Cyber Defense Capabilities with Outpost Security Acquisition

Benzinga

Toronto / London / Kansas City, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TORONTO / LONDON / KANSAS CITY (DEC 12, 2024) Cyderes , a leader in cybersecurity solutions, has announced the strategic acquisition of Outpost Security, a firm renowned for its managed security services and incident response expertise. This acquisition strengthens Cyderes' already impressive cybersecurity capabilities and furthers its global expansion, enhancing its ability to deliver cutting-edge security solutions across

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Castor Maritime Inc. Announces the Acquisition of a Majority Stake in MPC Münchmeyer Petersen Capital AG

Benzinga

LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Castor Maritime Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRM ), ("Castor" or the "Company"), a diversified global shipping company, announces that on December 12, 2024, it entered, through a wholly owned subsidiary, into an Share Purchase Agreement ("SPA") with MPC Mnchmeyer Petersen & Co. GmbH ("MPC Holding") for the acquisition of 26,116,378 shares representing 74.09% of the shares of the Frankfurt-listed investment and asset manager MPC Mnchmeyer Petersen Capital

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Public Transportation Market Size to Reach USD 652.37 Billion by 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the Global Public Transportation Market Share will reach a value of USD 652.37 Billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 12.90% during the forecast period (2024-2031). Expansion in the public transportation industry is significantly driven by several reasons, including higher demand for government initiatives aiming to reduce traffic congestion among public.

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HR Payroll Software Market Size to Surpass Worth of USD 55.21 Billion by 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the Global HR Payroll Software Market Share will reach a value of USD 55.21 Billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 9.30% during the forecast period (2024-2031). Increasing adoption of social media and a growing need for an affordable HR payroll system are predicted to lead the HR payroll software industry.

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Star Group Announces Definitive Acquisition Agreement

Benzinga

STAMFORD, Conn., Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Star Group, L.P. (the "Company" or "Star") (NYSE: SGU ), a home energy distributor and services provider, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase a home energy distributor, located within the Company's existing operating footprint, for approximately $68 million before working capital adjustments.

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Digital Process Automation Market Size to Grow with CAGR of 13.40% by 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the Global Digital Process Automation Market Share will reach a value of USD 35.66 Billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 13.40% during the forecast period (2024-2031). There is a growing use of low-code automation platforms, integration of AI and machine learning, and expansion of the market due to data security and privacy concerns together with a lack of technological know-how.

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Basalt Fiber Market is Estimated to Grow at 11.2% CAGR through 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the basalt fiber market size will attain a value of USD 507.61 million by 2031 , with a CAGR of 11.2% over the forecast period (2024-2031). Increasing infrastructure development activity and rising emphasis on sustainability are anticipated to bolster the global basalt fiber market growth over the coming years.