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The McKinsey Crossword: Same Difference | No. 226

Mckinsey and Company

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if youre looking for a quick win.

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Comment on Realtor Fined $10,000 for Impersonating an Appraiser by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

Jail time was off the table, but the real estate agent still faced a hefty fine for impersonating an appraiser.

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Private capital: The key to boosting European competitiveness

Mckinsey and Company

Private capital can become the engine transforming Europes economic landscapeif it invests at least 100 billion more every year. Heres how it can take the lead.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Frank P

Appraisers Blog

The Appraisal Institute is embroiled in yet another scandal, and this time it involves widespread fraud and cover-ups at the highest levels.

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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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How incumbents can succeed in climate-driven growth investments

Mckinsey and Company

As incumbents navigate through cycles, early moversand our hyperscaling formulaoffer insight into how to approach and successfully build climate technology businesses.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Retired Appraiser

Appraisers Blog

The Appraisal Institute is embroiled in yet another scandal, and this time it involves widespread fraud and cover-ups at the highest levels.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by BDL

Appraisers Blog

To quote “Something About Raymond”, “Holy Crap” This certainly explains their failure supporting appraisers during the racist, biased witch hunt. They had a lot to hide and fear of government investigations In retaliation threw all appraisers under the bus. My sincere condolences for their members who were obviously used as a cash cow.

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A biotech M&A revival is in the pipeline

Financial Times M&A

Acquisitions hold the cure for pharma companies chronic patent cliff problem

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Michael Perry on Facebook

Appraisers Blog

Perhaps this explains why AI refuses to release exam results to the test taker, but rather only a pass/fail. How many appraisers were fraudulently forced to pay for a re-exam?

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Saudi Co. Wants 11th Circ. To Revive Oil Suit Against Siemens

Law 360 M&A

A Saudi Arabian company on Tuesday urged the Eleventh Circuit to reverse the dismissal of its business interference complaint against Siemens Energy Inc., arguing a lowerFlorida federal court should allow the lawsuit to proceed and resolve the alleged factual claims.

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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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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Eric Kennedy

Appraisers Blog

The Appraisal Institute is embroiled in yet another scandal, and this time it involves widespread fraud and cover-ups at the highest levels.

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Javice Must Don Ankle Bracelet For Now, Despite Pilates Gig

Law 360 M&A

Frank founder Charlie Javice must wear a location-monitoring ankle bracelet, pending further court review, as she awaits sentencing, following her conviction at trial on fraud and conspiracy charges for purportedly conning JPMorgan Chase & Co. into buying her now-defunct educational startup, in spite of her claims that it will leave her unable to work in her new gig as a fitness instructor.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Brady Gustafson

Appraisers Blog

Talk about clickbait, my gosh, how do people find this helpful to the discourse? In an era of misinformation, I hope people would avoid the clickbait articles created to get you all riled up. I am sorry that I got on the email list of this website. I will be removing my email now.

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CarePoint's Bankruptcy Plan Needs Changes, Judge Says

Law 360 M&A

A Delaware bankruptcy judge determined on Tuesday that more work is needed on the Chapter 11 plan from New Jersey hospital operatorCarePoint that would have handed control of the health system's medical facilities to one of its creditors, finding the debtor must address another creditor's claim that its collateral has diminished in value.

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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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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Pray Hard

Appraisers Blog

The Appraisal Institute is embroiled in yet another scandal, and this time it involves widespread fraud and cover-ups at the highest levels.

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Court Won't Toss FTC's Merger Penalty Case Against 7-Eleven

Law 360 M&A

A D.C. federal court refused to toss the Federal Trade Commission's case looking to hit 7-Eleven with a $77.5 million penalty for allegedly violating a merger settlement after rejecting arguments that only the U.S. Department of Justice can seek civil penalties for the commission.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by HUDS_HARM

Appraisers Blog

The Appraisal Institute is embroiled in yet another scandal, and this time it involves widespread fraud and cover-ups at the highest levels.

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Loeb, Skadden Steer Siddhi Acquisition's Upsized $240M IPO

Law 360 M&A

Siddhi Acquisition Corp., backed by food and technology-focused private investors, began trading Tuesday after raising an upsized $240 million initial public offering, represented by Loeb & Loeb LLP and underwriters' counsel Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Frank P

Appraisers Blog

Well, shoot. Not a good look. I wish all the designated members the best of luck in the future. If you are paying dues, you are entitled to some answers.

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Jack Nicklaus Defeats Suit Over NIL Rights

Law 360 M&A

Golfing legend Jack Nicklaus won a ruling in New York state court dismissing claims by his former company over the use of his name, image and likeness.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Eric Kennedy

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Frustrated Appraiser. I’ve been Appraising since 1995 and have yet to be asked for any qualification other than my “fee and turn time”… at least since Dudd-Fwank was enacted. I do have my NCPAC CDA just so I can have some letters next to my name.

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Printing Company Wins Suit Over $265M ESOP Sale

Law 360 M&A

An Illinois federal judge tossed a former printing company executive's suit claiming the business could have gotten a better price when selling its shares held in an employee stock ownership plan, or ESOP, for $265 million, ruling his case lacks evidence of self-interest or sabotage.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Pray Hard

Appraisers Blog

The Appraisal Institute is embroiled in yet another scandal, and this time it involves widespread fraud and cover-ups at the highest levels.

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Nordstrom Family Faces Class Action Over Merger Deal

Law 360 M&A

Members of the Nordstrom family and Mexican omnichannel retailer and shareholder El Puerto de Liverpool, along with Nordstrom Inc., were hit with a class action alleging that they formed a group to acquire the remaining shares of the retailer and take it private at an inadequate price and based on an unfair and unlawful process.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Frustrated Appraiser

Appraisers Blog

All of their funding Needs to be turned off. I cant imagine why any entity would support an organization that has had, and continues to have so many deep rooted issues. If AI is actually guilty of this, how can anyone trust that they are properly handling Parea? Imagine the damage that can go to the students, the profession and public trust.

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Issues To Watch At ABA's Antitrust Spring Meeting

Law 360 M&A

Attorneys at Freshfields consider the future of antitrust law and competition enforcement amid agency leadership changes and other emerging developments likely to dominate discussion at the American Bar Association's Antitrust Spring Meeting this week.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Kimberly DeFilippis

Appraisers Blog

The Appraisal Institute is embroiled in yet another scandal, and this time it involves widespread fraud and cover-ups at the highest levels.

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Chancery OKs $500K Incentive Fee After Santander Class Win

Law 360 M&A

Citing competing policy interests, a Delaware vice chancellor on Tuesday pruned to $500,000 a $1.63 million incentive fee proposal for two Santander Consumer USA Holdings Inc. stockholders who led a squeezeout-merger challenge that produced a $162.5 million class settlement in October.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Kevin Hescock on Facebook

Appraisers Blog

AI has now officially lost all the remaining minimal credibility they had. This does prove that they were “in it for the appraisers” though,,,,,, Pa DUm TSSSS!

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Oil & Gas Dealmakers Undaunted Despite Industry Worries

Law 360 M&A

The pace of overall mergers and acquisitions in the U.S. market has slowed this year amid uncertainty over tariffs and export policy, but dealmaking in the oil and gas industry is remaining steady thanks to increasing gas demand and relatively stable oil prices.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Brent Johnson

Appraisers Blog

So other than a claim filed by an apparent disgruntled employee, that will need to be litigated and decisioned in proper due course, we now have annonymous blog reporting and commenters trying the claim here on the #1 AI hating blogsite.

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3 Firms Guide MDA Space's $269M SatixFy Deal

Law 360 M&A

MDA Space said Tuesday it will acquire SatixFy Communications Ltd. at an equity value of approximately $193 million in a push by the Brampton, Ontario-based firm to bolster its end-to-end satellite systems offerings, with at least three law firms steering the deal.

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Comment on Appraisal Institute Scandal – Widespread Fraud Uncovered by Tim Lane on Facebook

Appraisers Blog

I am, for one, am shocked! Completely shocked. Yes, Im being a smart ass. Honestly, did anyone think this wasnt going on already the past several years?? I doubt it, unless you are truly drinking the kool-aid.

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Paramount Investor Gets Partial Win In $8B Merger Doc Suit

Law 360 M&A

A top Paramount Global stockholder who sued for books and records on the company's proposed $8 billion acquisition by Skydance Media won Delaware Court of Chancery admission of dozens of documents Tuesday, with a rare, closed ruling to follow on confidentiality claims for other still-held-back records.

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