Wed.Sep 11, 2024

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The beauty boom and beyond: Can the industry maintain its growth?

Mckinsey and Company

The global beauty industry continued to grow in 2023, but the dynamics driving sector growth are shifting. A new analysis shows some emerging bright spots and how players can compete.

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California Cannabis Brands Papa & Barkley And Mammoth Distribution Announce Merger, Promising National Expansion

Benzinga

Papa & Barkley , a well-known cannabis wellness brand in California, has merged into Mammoth Distribution , one of the state's leading distributors. The companies announced the merger Wednesday in a joint press release. This marks a significant consolidation within California's cannabis industry , promising a focus on quality, sustainability and expanded national reach.

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Innovation hubs: How GCCs are shaping the future of business

Mckinsey and Company

Global capability centers (GCCs) are rapidly evolving beyond their traditional roles as execution centers, becoming increasingly important as enterprise innovation hubs.

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Recent Trends in Parallel Derivative Action Settlement Outcomes

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Tijana Brien, Anne Bigler, and Sarah Topol, Cooley LLP, on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 Editor's Note: Tijana Brien is a Partner and Anne Bigler and Sarah Topol are Associates at Cooley LLP. This post is based on their Cooley memorandum. A new report by Cornerstone Research , a top consulting and expert testimony firm, highlights recent trends in settlements of derivative lawsuits brought in parallel to securities class actions.

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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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Spain vetoed Hungarian bid for train group ‘over Ukraine concerns’

Financial Times M&A

Madrid did not want Budapest to acquire Talgo gauge technology that Kyiv needs for its rail system, says official

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Proxy Season Global Briefing: Board of Directors

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Brianna Castro, Chris Rushton, and Naoko Ueno, Glass, Lewis & Co, on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 Editor's Note: Brianna Castro and Naoko Ueno are Vice Presidents of Research and Chris Rushton is a Senior Director at Glass, Lewis & Co. This post is based on a Glass Lewis memorandum by Ms. Castro, Mr. Rushton, Ms. Ueno, and Dimitri Zagoroff.

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A new dawn for the technology officer

Mckinsey and Company

As companies strive to create value from AI, generative AI, and other rapidly evolving technologies, enterprise tech officers will make fundamental shifts in the way they operate.

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7-Eleven owner taps Nomura to advise on takeover battle after rejecting $39bn offer

Financial Times M&A

Circle K parent Alimentation Couche-Tard says it is focused on securing deal with Seven & i

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Comment on VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by PJTC

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Steve. I too am praying for a quick resolve and a president for an end to these false claims of racism because someone simply doesn’t get their way. The lawyers are a disgusting profession that only see dollar signs and could care less about justice. This is such an important case that victory will send a strong message to those seeking a simple money grab at the expense of someone’s reputation.

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AC Milan owner says private equity investment has ‘massively inflated’ sports valuations

Financial Times M&A

RedBird Capital Gerry Cardinale criticised his rivals saying sector has been ‘bad for ecosystem’

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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 VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Steve. Thanks for responding Steve. Although not specific to appraisers EO insurance, the above video still has many similarities to what appraisers may deal with. The insurance funds are available. The insurer is not covering what is needed to protect their insured. Where is the defamation from false complaints which extends additional litigation coverage limits?

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Goldman to earn $92mn from advising on $36bn Kellanova sale

Financial Times M&A

Jumbo fee comes as Wall Street hopes that long-awaited deal boom is back

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Comment on VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by Chase Pursley

Appraisers Blog

The outcome of this case will shape the future of the appraisal industry, making Shane Lanham's legal battle one that concerns us all

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German union vows to fight UniCredit move on Commerzbank ‘tooth and nail’

Financial Times M&A

Berlin ‘naive’ to put key lender to Mittelstand companies on the line, says Verdi

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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 VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by Steve

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Baggins. I’m very grateful that you gave not once but again ! It’s a shame that with 80,000 members the appraisers don’t have more say in the process besides having to group fund.at this point I’m also grateful that the E&O didn’t want to settle at their first claim.The law firm believes in this case and is fighting hard for a just ending as well as the insurance company up to their limit.hopefully the judge will deliver a summary judgement and end this lawsuit before resources b

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Japan has learnt a hard lesson about US friendship

Financial Times M&A

The Nippon Steel experience has broader ramifications for dealmaking

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Comment on VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by Chase Pursley

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Chase Pursley.

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US publisher joins pursuit of UK’s Telegraph newspaper

Financial Times M&A

Owner of right-leaning digital New York Sun has emerged as part of one of three groups bidding for London title

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Comment on VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Chase Pursley. Another non profit. Formed 07/23. IRS non profit lookup tool. EIN# 88-3073054 [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] Dismantling white supremacy. Restoring equity. Has developed an eappraise tool and has a 5min video on the services tab site. They’re using some form of depreciated age life tool of home components to determine home value based on PDC type data collecting, w/ no mention of land value differentials or comparative market amenity.

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Andrea Orcel plots UniCredit’s boldest move yet on Commerzbank

Financial Times M&A

Former UBS dealmaker has contemplated a tie-up with the state-backed German lender for years but Berlin may balk

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Comment on VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by Steve

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Baggins. I’m sure if the funds were available the appraiser would have sued ABC and NYT.they’re the ones that gave Connolly the platform to broadcast his unverified claim.NYT rebroadcast the story March 24 so that may open a door due to statute of limitations that ran out after one year … Relman Colfax which is Connolly’s law firm should be held accountable in my opinion.they didn’t even open a complaint with the state appraisal board or hud.if they would have done just a basic

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It's Time for Your Small Business to Think About Year-End Tax Planning

Machen McChesney

With Labor Day in the rearview mirror, it’s time to take proactive steps that may help lower your small business’s taxes for this year and next. The strategy of deferring income and accelerating deductions to minimize taxes can be effective for most businesses , as is the approach of bunching deductible expenses into this year or next to maximize their tax value.

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Comment on VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by Frustrated Appraiser

Appraisers Blog

The outcome of this case will shape the future of the appraisal industry, making Shane Lanham's legal battle one that concerns us all

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Why Russian oil and Ukraine spurred Spain to block a Hungarian M&A deal

Financial Times M&A

Also in this newsletter: How Brussels can make itself €30bn a year richer

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Comment on VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

Did you watch the debate? Kamala’s $25k first time home buyer down payment credit proposal? A +$25k market cost as this subsidy drives pricing and rental costs upward nationwide. Fueling additional housing affordability crises. Brought to you by the same people whom participated with PAVE, which resulted in this Mr Lanham’s ending up in court over fictitious racial based charges.

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Politics Impacting US Steel-Nippon Review, Biz Groups Warn

Law 360 M&A

Political pressure may be "unduly influencing" the national security review of Nippon Steel's $14.9 billion deal for U.S. Steel and could hamper future foreign investment into the U.S., business groups told Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Wednesday.

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Comment on VaCAP Supports Shane Lanham’s Legal Fight by Eric Kretz

Appraisers Blog

In reply to PJTC. Donated. If appraisers will allow AMC’s to collect a $25 tech fee, we can surely support another appraiser. Give what you can.

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How Could a New White House Administration Impact the Sale of My Business?

A Neumann & Associates

“Let’s Wait and See” is never a good strategy in business. Maintaining market awareness, preparing needed changes, and implementing them proactively creates momentum and distinguishes market leaders from the pack. Those who are resistant to change and growing their business place their future at risk. The same is true for owners ready to sell their business.

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Comment on The Illogical Reality of Mortgage Appraisal Reviews  by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

[link] Working RE magazine. Inspectors mount legal efforts to protect buyers right to choose an inspection. See any familiarity or irony here as compared to appraisals, waivers, hybrids, pdc,’s etc.

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Europe’s most notorious banking dealmaker returns

Financial Times M&A

Plus, Wall Street succeeds in bringing down new capital rules and Adnoc goes after a German chemicals giant

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Cohen Milstein Discusses Two U.S. Supreme Court Cases that May Increase Hurdles for Securities Fraud Plaintiffs

Reynolds Holding

In November, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear two cases from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals that will implicate the ability of investors to bring securities fraud claims. The most worrisome – NVIDIA Corp. v. E. Ohman J:or Fonder AB , No. 23-970 – will address a fundamental question about the pleading standards for securities fraud cases, which are already heightened under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA).

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Litigation Spending To Rise As Cases Grow More Aggressive

Law 360 M&A

A substantial number of large companies are expecting to increase their litigation spending by double digits next year in the face of more complex and hard-fought cases — and they are more open to bringing in new legal talent to navigate the matters, according to a report released Thursday.

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Business Valuation for Buying a Shoe and Footwear Manufacturing Business

Peak Business Valuation

With consumers in search of new, stylish shoes, the footwear industry is constantly evolving. An effective way to capitalize on this trend is to buy a shoe and footwear manufacturer. But before you take your first step, it is important to receive a business valuation for buying a shoe and footwear manufacturing business. A business valuation will equip you with the information you need to succeed in the shoe and footwear manufacturing industry.

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Studio Behind 'Sound Of Freedom' Worth $1.6B In SPAC Deal

Law 360 M&A

Angel Studios, which released the controversial 2023 film 'Sound Of Freedom' about human trafficking, will go public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company in a deal announced Wednesday that stands to value the combined company at $1.6 billion.

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