Harvard Corporate Governance

JULY 2, 2024

Posted by Elizabeth Skey and Bingxin Wu, Cooley LLP, on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 Editor's Note: Elizabeth Skey is a Partner and Bingxin Wu is an Associate at Cooley LLP. This post is based on their Cooley memorandum. Recent Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) enforcement action and statements by SEC officials show that the Commission remains focused on disclosures regarding cybersecurity incidents.

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NYT M&A

JULY 2, 2024

Just weeks after the two media companies scuttled their talks about a potential deal, they have resumed their conversations.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

JULY 2, 2024

Posted by Gary Libecap (University of California, Santa Barbara), on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 Editor's Note: Gary D. Libecap is a Distinguished Professor of Corporate Environmental Management in the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management and Distinguished Professor of Economics at the University of California, Santa Barbara. This post is based on his working paper.

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Global Finance

JULY 2, 2024

The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) carried out its first domestic securities lending and borrowing (SLB) transaction in May as part of its strategy to raise market liquidity. The move marked an important development for the QSE, as it looks to increase market and product sophistication, depth, and securities lending. HSBC acted as custodian and agent-lender while QNB Financial Services (QNBFS) acted as the borrower.

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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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Harvard Corporate Governance

JULY 2, 2024

Posted by Hester M. Peirce, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 Editor's Note: Hester M. Peirce is a Commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This post is based on her recent remarks. The views expressed in this post are those of Commissioner Peirce and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff.

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 2, 2024

The recent surge in artificial intelligence advancements has started to transform the professional services industry, and corporate tax departments are no exception. Generative Artificial Intelligence ( GenAI ) presents a game-changing opportunity to transform corporate tax operations by enhancing human capabilities and driving strategic decision-making.

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Law 360 M&A

JULY 2, 2024

The holder of a Massachusetts social equity cannabis license says several entities affiliated with a marijuana brand created by hip hop artist Berner are trying to stiff him out of $2 million they agreed to pay for a stake in his Worcester dispensary, while still trying to assert control over it.

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Equity 98

Machen McChesney

JULY 2, 2024

With school out, you might be hiring your child to work at your company. In addition to giving your son or daughter some business knowledge, you and your child could reap some tax advantages.

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Law 360 M&A

JULY 2, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court's Loper decision will shape the contours of industry self-regulation in the years to come, providing opportunities for this often-misunderstood practice, says Eric Reicin at BBB National Programs.

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 2, 2024

Jump to: The current state of GenAI training The future of GenAI training 5 ways tax professionals should prepare for expectations What to look for in an AI assistant 2024 GenAI in Professional Services Discover perceptions, usage, and impact on the future of work View full report As generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) continues to evolve, its impact on the tax profession is becoming increasingly significant.

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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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Law 360 M&A

JULY 2, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission moved on Tuesday to block Tempur Sealy International Inc.'s planned $4 billion purchase of Mattress Firm Group Inc., saying the world's largest mattress supplier intends to use the deal to block its rivals from accessing the largest retail mattress chain in the U.S.

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JPAbusiness

JULY 2, 2024

I was fortunate to speak with a truly unique and inspiring entrepreneur for a recent episode of the Let’s Talk Business podcast. Jakiel Mariner is the definition of entrepreneurship and proof that there are many different paths to business ownership, and many different business models. An extremely humble man, Jakiel is nonetheless a quietly determined personality who is driven to ‘show up’ for others and make a difference both in his own community and in under-served Indigenous communities.

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Law 360 M&A

JULY 2, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court clearly thinks it has done something big in overturning the Chevron precedent that had given deference to agencies' statutory interpretations, but regulated parties have to consider how agencies retain significant power to shape the law and its meaning, say attorneys at K&L Gates.

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Mckinsey and Company

JULY 2, 2024

Leading economist Chad Syverson speculates about the ingredients in productivity’s secret sauce.

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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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Financial Times M&A

JULY 2, 2024

Deal could value group owned by Graphite Capital at around £100mn as it seeks to expand outside UK

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Mckinsey and Company

JULY 2, 2024

McKinsey’s latest ConsumerWise Survey finds consumers in the region reacting differently to ongoing economic uncertainty. Companies should take note.

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Financial Times M&A

JULY 2, 2024

New deal is not certain and shareholders in Hollywood group have 45-day ‘go shop’ right to seek better terms

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Mckinsey and Company

JULY 2, 2024

Alexander Sukharevsky, senior partner and global leader of QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey, says Europe enjoys several competitive AI advantages, including talent, culture, and a regulatory framework.

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Appraisers Blog

JULY 2, 2024

In reply to kevin r litchke. Finish quality is not the same thing as house size. Apply a market reaction adjustment for the quality of materials and finishing in one of the free lines or the C line. That would be tied to the real world costs of finishing the space to expected market standards, materials and labor. That’s a comparative value sort of consideration.

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Mckinsey and Company

JULY 2, 2024

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 you’re looking for a quick win.

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Benchmark Report

JULY 2, 2024

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the transaction between Satex Plumbing, Inc. and Bleuwave General Contracting, LLC. The transaction represents a strategic expansion for Bleuwave General Contracting, LLC, as it works to achieve scale through acquisitions and expand into the Texas market.

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Marketability 64

Benzinga

JULY 2, 2024

The Boston Celtics won their 18 th NBA championship in the 2023-2024 season. The team could be under new ownership soon, with the owners looking to move on after guiding the team to two championships and locking up several star players long-term. What Happened: Investors have limited options when it comes to adding public sports teams to their portfolio.

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Marketability 64

Global Finance

JULY 2, 2024

The Shift to XML The global move toward XML isn’t just driven by Swift; it represents a broader industry shift affecting a wide range of digital payment players, including financial institutions, clearing systems, intermediaries, ERP and TMS. New TMS/ERP add-ons and emerging fintech offerings will predominantly be based on XML. XML is becoming the new global language for payments and statements, ensuring compliance and unlocking numerous benefits and future services.

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Benzinga

JULY 2, 2024

Goldman Sachs analyst Alexander Blostein reiterated a Buy rating on BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK ) with a price forecast of $929. According to Blostein, BlackRock’s latest acquisition — buying Preqin, a private markets data and solutions provider, for$3.2 billion — will provide a meaningful opportunity for revenue synergies, primarily from increased distribution via BlackRock’s broader network.

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Appraisers Blog

JULY 2, 2024

Good morning, is there an example of how to complete this type of afore mentioned ANSI work around? and an example of the addendum that describes the appraiser steps? I have a question regarding ANSI reporting of an unfinished second floor bedroom. The walls and ceiling are just bare drywall which has not been mudded/taped/painted. Would this be left out of the ANSI measurements?

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Benzinga

JULY 2, 2024

Motorola Solutions Inc. (NYSE: MSI ) has acquired Noggin, a global provider of cloud-based business continuity planning, operational resilience and critical event management software. The buyout aligns with Motorola's ongoing efforts to bolster its emergency coordination solutions, reinforcing its position in the public safety and enterprise security sectors.

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Appraisers Blog

JULY 2, 2024

In reply to kevin r litchke. Yes, The area must contain walls, floors and ceilings of materials generally accepted for interior construction (painted drywall, carpet etc.

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Financial Times M&A

JULY 2, 2024

Plus, western banks’ Chinese expansion plans fall off a cliff and a UK fund’s thorny history in Russia

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Law 360 M&A

JULY 2, 2024

The board of Keywords Studios PLC said Wednesday that it has backed a £2.1 billion ($2.7 billion) takeover offer put forward by Swedish private equity firm EQT AB, a move that will pull another company from London's capital markets.

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M&A Leadership Council

JULY 2, 2024

Why IT Leaders Are Essential from Day 1 in M&A Deals By John Sinkus, Senior Advisor, M&A Leadership Council It's well known that M&A deals are more likely to succeed if the executive leadership is engaged in the entire process from beginning to end. This means that multiple members of the C-suite are actively involved in the whole deal lifecycle.

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Law 360 M&A

JULY 2, 2024

Eureka Acquisition Corp. began trading Tuesday after the special-purpose acquisition company priced a $50 million initial public offering, embarking on a search to acquire a Chinese or Greater Asian business, guided by three law firms.

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RNC

JULY 2, 2024

If you’re a fan of entrepreneurship and reality TV, chances are you’ve heard of Shark Tank. It’s a popular show where ambitious entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to a panel of seasoned investors called the “Sharks”. One of the key elements of these pitches is business valuation —the process of determining the financial value of a startup.

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Law 360 M&A

JULY 2, 2024

A former Goodwin Procter LLP partner has joined DLA Piper's corporate practice in the firm's Washington, D.C., office, where he will advise clients on mergers and acquisitions and other transactions.

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Sun M&A

JULY 2, 2024

When you go to sell your business, there are several important factors to consider. The process isn’t always straightforward, which is why it pays to partner with a seasoned mergers and acquisition company like Sun M&A. Sun Mergers & Acquisitions is located in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, and represents middle market business owners throughout the U.S.

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