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Preference Dynamics and Risk-Taking Incentives

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Nan Li (University of Minnesota), on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 Editor's Note: Nan Li is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota. This post is based on an article forthcoming in the Journal of Accounting and Economics, by Professor Li, Professor Xiao Cen , Professor Juanting Wang , and Professor Chao Tang.

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Uzbekistan Minister Laziz Kudratov On Country’s Sweeping Economic Makeover

Global Finance

Central Asia’s fastest growing and most diversified economy is being radically changed by reforms, rising FDI and high growth. Global Finance spoke with Laziz Kudratov, Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade. Global Finance : Tell us about Uzbekistan’s transformation over the past eight years and what else you are looking to accomplish.

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What’s Next for Google’s Search Monopoly

NYT M&A

The federal judge who ruled Google was a monopolist in search is weighing the U.S. government’s proposal to force the company to sell its Chrome browser. Here’s what happens now.

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Comment on Outrage Over Connect by ValueLink’s New Monthly “Junk Fee” by Retired Appraiser

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Chase Pursley. It’s because appraisers are “special” It makes me wonder if they put the “special” in the old term Special Education for appraisers.

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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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Health media: How consumer content informs the future of healthcare

Mckinsey and Company

Healthcare organizations are well positioned to offer healthcare content to improve consumer experience and care outcomes, achieve marketing objectives, and create a diversified revenue source.

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BlackRock Makes $12 Billion Power Move - Agrees To Acquire HPS To Bolster Private Credit Offerings

Benzinga

BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK ) shares are trading higher today. The company disclosed a definitive agreement to acquire HPS Investment Partners for around $12 billion. The acquisition will be fully paid in BlackRock equity, issued as “SubCo Units” by a wholly-owned subsidiary of BlackRock, exchangeable one-for-one into BlackRock common stock.

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Context is key: Tanguy Catlin on advancing the future of insurance

Mckinsey and Company

To realize gen AI’s full value, insurance leaders must know how it works and what problems it can—and cannot—solve. Likewise, data and context are vital to innovating solutions for changing demands.

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Del. Justices Mostly Uphold Mindbody Merger Suit Ruling

Law 360 M&A

Delaware's Supreme Court has upheld a Court of Chancery ruling that the former CEO of Mindbody Inc. is liable for an extra $1 per share plus interest to stockholders of the fitness software company but reversed the lower court's finding that Vista Equity Partners Management LLC, which acquired Mindbody in 2019, aided and abetted the executive.

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The Merger & Acquisition Transaction Journey

IT Valuations

For MSPs, IT Firms, & Tech Companies Watch this video with Greg Northrop, Corey Kerns, and Aaron Mahl of iTValuations as they discuss elements of the entire merger and acquisition process. Mergers, acquisitions, and selling your technology firm is one of the most unnatural acts in business – but it becomes easier with the help of the guidance from the team at iTValuations from the Letter of Intent stage to the actual transaction process.

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Monthly Merger Review Snapshot

Law 360 M&A

The U.S. Department of Justice moved to block a $3 billion UnitedHealth Group deal, a pair of fashion brand companies abandoned their planned tie up and the Federal Trade Commission pushed its bid to pause Tempur Sealy's $4 billion purchase of retailer Mattress Firm.

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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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Evergreen Elevate

IT Valuations

Elevate is a free event designed to help businesses grow in a meaningful way by providing valuable insights, networking opportunities, and expert-led sessions. Attendees will gain insight into the M&A market and what they can do to drive value in their business while positioning themselves for a successful sale when the time comes. The event will kick off with a Welcome Reception and Networking Event on March 3rd from 5:00PM to 8:00 PM.

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Chancery Orders Revenue Trust For Healthcare Co. 'Poaching'

Law 360 M&A

A home health company formed through secret poaching by an allegedly disloyal former CEO, two officers and two private equities has been ordered to earmark much of its future revenue to a trust for the corporate victims, in a Delaware Court of Chancery ruling that described the subterfuge as "stunning.

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How Do I Find Buyers for My Business? Five Proven Strategies

Class VI Partner

Key insights You’re likely at a crucial point in your business journey if you’re asking, “How do I find buyers for my business?” Knowing how to attract the right buyers is essential for a smooth and successful transition whether you’re planning to retire, start a new venture, or simply cash out of your business in the next few years.

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Attys For Sears Ex-CEO, Appraisal Camp Clash In Chancery

Law 360 M&A

A lawyer for Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores' former top fiduciary told a Delaware vice chancellor on Tuesday that case law does not support carving out stockholder proceeds from a fiduciary breach settlement in order to pay shareholders whose separate appraisal lawsuit was foiled by SHOS' bankruptcy.

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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 Is Coherus BioSciences Stock Trading Higher On Tuesday?

Benzinga

On Tuesday, Coherus BioSciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHRS ) entered into an asset purchase agreement with Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd for the divestiture of the Udenyca (pegfilgrastim-cbqv) franchise for up to $558.4 million. The deal consideration includes an upfront payment of $483.4 million, to be adjusted for inventory at the close, and $75 million in potential net sales milestone payments.

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Fairfax India Ups Stake In Bangalore Intl. Airport In $255M Deal

Law 360 M&A

Investment holding company Fairfax India Holdings Corp. announced plans Tuesday to acquire an additional equity interest in Bangalore International Airport Ltd. from a subsidiary of Siemens Financial Services in a $255 million deal.

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Business Valuation for Buying an Auto Parts Store

Peak Business Valuation

The auto parts industry is rapidly growing with pandemic woes in the past and increased participation from at-home DIY consumers. One way to capitalize on this growth is by purchasing an auto parts store. Getting a business valuation for buying an auto parts store is one of the first steps for someone looking to buy an auto parts store. Peak Business Valuation , business appraiser, values auto parts stores across the country.

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Skadden, Clifford Chance Guide BlackRock On $12B HPS Buy

Law 360 M&A

BlackRock said Tuesday it has agreed to buy HPS Investment Partners for approximately $12 billion, in a deal that will align HPS' nearly $150 billion global credit portfolio with BlackRock's $3 trillion public fixed income business.

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Comment on Uncovering Flaws in FHA Appraisal & Loan Review Process by Hou

Appraisers Blog

The story of this single mother experience & HUD’s negligent oversight exposes deep flaws in the FHA appraisal & loan review process.

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KPS To Acquire Resin Maker Ineos Composites In $1.8B Deal

Law 360 M&A

Private equity shop KPS Capital Partners LP, advised by Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison LLP, on Tuesday announced plans to buy resin maker Ineos Composites, led by Slaughter and May, for roughly €1.7 billion ($1.8 billion).

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Revisiting “Truth in Securities Revisited:” The SEC Disclosure Regime in the New Millennium

Reynolds Holding

The system of disclosure for public companies no longer meets the needs of investors and other stakeholders. Largely put in place by the Securities and Exchange Commission in 1982, the principles underlying the system have failed to keep pace with shifts in the market and dramatic changes in technology. The system requires a paradigm shift and fundamental alterations in the principles underlying the approach to disclosure.

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McCarter & English Adds Ex-DOJ Antitrust Atty In DC

Law 360 M&A

McCarter & English has hired a new partner and former Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati PC senior counsel, who started her career working on antitrust issues for the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., the firm announced Tuesday.

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What is Enterprise Change Management (ECM)? | Ncontracts

N Contracts

Learn how enterprise change management works, what changes fall under ECM, and how your financial institution can create an ECM plan.

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UK Watchdog Probes BlackRock Deal For Data Co. Preqin

Law 360 M&A

The U.K.'s competition regulator said on Tuesday it is delving into whether private equity giant BlackRock Inc.'s proposed £2.55 billion ($3.2 billion) acquisition of private markets data provider Preqin would harm competition in U.K. markets.

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BlackRock agrees to buy investment firm HPS in $12bn deal

Financial Times M&A

Deal is latest move by chief Larry Fink to accelerate group’s expansion into alternative assets

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Squire Patton-Led Animal Health Co. To Buy Vet Biz For £62M

Law 360 M&A

A subsidiary of Animalcare pharmaceutical group said Tuesday that it has agreed to buy Australian equine veterinary business Randlab for 120 million Australian dollars ($79 million), as the U.K. company looks to expand its product portfolio and global presence.

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Newborn Screening Market to Witness 6.8% CAGR by 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that Newborn Screening Market size will attain the value of USD 2.12 Billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period (2024-2031). The rising neonatal population, increasing cases of congenital diseases in newborns and growing consumer awareness are factors estimated to propel newborn screening industry growth over the forecast period.

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Skadden-Led Zurich Buys AIG Travel Insurance Biz For $600M

Law 360 M&A

Zurich Insurance Group said Tuesday that it has completed the $600 million acquisition of the personal travel insurance business of financial group AIG, which it reported will make it one of the largest entities in the sector.

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Squalene Market to Witness 6.80% CAGR by 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that squalene market size will attain the value of USD 276.08 Million by 2031, with a CAGR of 6.80% during the forecast period (2024-2031). Squalene helps to boost, enhance and strengthen the immune system, enhance the immune system. Squalene has gained attention in the food industry as a functional ingredient due to its potential health benefits.

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Norton Rose Names U.S. Corporate, M&A And Securities Head

Law 360 M&A

Norton Rose Fulbright announced Tuesday that it has tapped a New York partner to co-lead its U.S. corporate, mergers and acquisitions, and securities team.

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Agricultural Biologicals Market to Drive Growth at USD 21.16 Billion by 2031 |SkyQuest Technology

Benzinga

Westford, USA, Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SkyQuest projects that the global agricultural biologicals market will attain a value of USD 21.16 Billion by 2031 , with a CAGR of 9.4% during the forecast period (2024-2031). One of the prominent factors projected to drive the agricultural biologicals market growth is burgeoning demand for food products, cultivated without the usage of chemicals.

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Sullivan & Cromwell Discusses Director and Creditor Liability in Distressed Companies Under Delaware Law

Reynolds Holding

On November 15, 2024, the Delaware Court of Chancery found that certain of the directors of Bridge Street Worldwide, Inc. (“BSW”), a Delaware corporation, were liable for breaching their fiduciary duty of loyalty by entering into a forbearance agreement with BSW’s creditor, Domus BWW Funding LLC (“Domus”), a subsidiary of Versa Capital Management, LLC (“Versa”).

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OMERS Private Equity announces agreement to acquire Integris, a leading provider of IT services in the United States

Benzinga

NEW YORK, Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OMERS Private Equity today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Integris ("Integris" or the "Company") from Frontenac, a Chicago-based private equity firm. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Integris offers a full suite of outsourced IT, cloud, and cybersecurity services to small and medium-sized businesses across the United States.

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Mindbody: Del. Supreme Court Overrules Chancery on Aiding & Abetting

John Jenkins

Yesterday, the Delaware Supreme Court issued its opinion in In re Mindbody, Inc., Stockholder Litigation, (Del.; 12/24), in which it overruled the Chancery Court’s decision holding a buyer liable for aiding and abetting target fiduciaries’ breach of fiduciary duty based upon its role in reviewing the target company’s merger proxy materials.

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