January, 2025

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The Sustainability Dividend: A Primer on Sustainability ROI

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Matteo Tonello, The Conference Board, Inc., on Saturday, January 4, 2025 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, Nathalie Risse , and Anuj Saush. As sustainability becomes a business imperative, companies face growing pressure to determine the return on investment (ROI) of their sustainability efforts, a critical factor in gaining stakeholder trust and ensur

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IVSC ESG Survey 2024

IVSC

Global Insights on ESG Integration in Valuation The International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC) is pleased to present the Perspectives Paper: The Integration of ESG in Valuation Practices IVSC Global Survey 2024. This report provides a detailed analysis of how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are being considered in valuation practices across different regions and markets.

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Avoiding The M&A Failure Trap: Q&A With NYU’s Baruch Lev And SUNY Buffalo’s Feng Gu

Global Finance

Baruch Lev is Philip Bardes professor emeritus of Accounting and Finance, Kaufman Management Center, Leonard N. Stern School of Business at New York University. Feng Gu is chair and professor of Accounting and Law at the School of Management, State University of New York at Buffalo. Together, they recently published The M&A Failure Trap: Why So Many Mergers and Acquisitions Fail, and How the Few Succeed (Wiley).

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U.S. Ban of TikTok Is Set to Deal a Major Blow to ByteDance, Its Chinese Owner

NYT M&A

While TikTok remains hugely popular in Brazil, Indonesia and other markets, its 170 million users in the United States are its most valuable.

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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 to Sell an IT Business: Everything You Need to Know in Five Minutes

Sun Acquisitions

Selling an IT services businessis a crucial decision. Before you take the next step, lets walk through some key factors to consider. In business as in life, two things are key: Timing and preparation. Selling a business in Information Technology (IT) or within the Managed Services Provider (MSP) space means getting both of these things right. Unfortunately, it’s not as easy as punching “sell IT business” into Google and letting the offers roll right in.

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Appraising a Business for Divorce Purposes

BV Specialists

Divorce can be a complex process, especially when one or both individuals involved own a small business. Accurately valuing these companies is crucial in dividing marital assets fairly and ensuring both parties receive equitable treatment. There are some important considerations for appraising a business during a divorce: Engage with an Experienced, Credentialed Valuation Expert Business valuation is a specialized field.

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Unlocking the next frontier of personalized marketing

Mckinsey and Company

As more consumers seek tailored online interactions, companies can turn to AI and generative AI to better scale their ability to personalize experiences.

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Hungarian energy bid under review over Russia concerns, says Romanian minister

Financial Times M&A

Bucharest could mirror Spains recent decision to block a takeover on security grounds, says Sebastian Burduja

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S.E.C. Sues Elon Musk Over Twitter-Related Securities Violations

NYT M&A

Regulators filed a lawsuit in federal court stemming from Mr. Musks $44 billion purchase of the social media company now called X.

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M&A as a Catalyst for Innovation: Fostering a Culture of Creativity

Sun Acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are often viewed through a financial lens, focused on revenue growth, cost synergies, and market share expansion. While these are undoubtedly important, a less-discussed yet equally compelling benefit of M&A is its potential to ignite innovation. By bringing together diverse teams, ideas, and resources, mergers can create a powerful catalyst for creativity and disruption.

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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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How Section 1231 Gains and Losses Affect Business Asset Sales

Machen McChesney

When selling business assets, understanding the tax implications is crucial. One area to focus on is Section 1231 of the Internal Revenue Code, which governs the treatment of gains and losses from the sale or exchange of certain business property.

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Insider Trading Policies: A Survey of Recent Filings

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Scott Levi, Maia Gez, and Michelle Rutta, White & Case LLP, on Saturday, January 25, 2025 Editor's Note: Scott Levi , Maia Gez , and Michelle Rutta are Partners at White & Case LLP. This post is based on a White & Case memorandum by Mr. Levi, Ms. Gez, Ms. Rutta, Danielle Herrick , Melinda Anderson , and Tami Stark. White & Cases Public Company Advisory Group has conducted a survey of publicly filed insider trading policies to assess emerging trends with respect to key i

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Ten tests for nature strategy

Mckinsey and Company

Companies that develop and implement effective management strategies for natural capital can secure lasting advantages through both enhanced resilience and access to nature-related opportunities.

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SEC accuses Musk of delaying disclosures on Twitter share position

Financial Times M&A

US regulator says Tesla chief underpaid by at least $150mn by not timely disclosing 5% stake in social media group

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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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Elon Musk’s X Partners With Visa to Provide Financial Services

NYT M&A

The social media company said it would start a peer-to-peer payments service, moving to expand the apps abilities.

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Jude Breaux

LaPorte

At LaPorte, our employees are more than just part of the teamtheyre the heart of everything we do. Each individual brings unique skills, experiences, and… The post Jude Breaux first appeared on LaPorte.

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Beyond the Financials: What's a Quality of Earnings Report?

Machen McChesney

Financial statements provide insights into a companys historical performance. But, the parties to a merger or acquisition are also interested in assessing the acquisition targets potential to generate cash flow in the future. Thats where an independent quality of earnings (QOE) report comes into play.

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Should SEC Revisit Executive Security Perquisite Disclosure?

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Brad Goldberg, Alessandra Murata, and Michael Mencher, Cooley LLP, on Friday, January 17, 2025 Editor's Note: Brad Goldberg and Alessandra Murata are Partners, and Michael Mencher is a Special Counsel, at Cooley LLP. This post is based on their Cooley memorandum. The recent homicide of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has put a spotlight on executive security and has prompted many companies to reassess how they are protecting their top executives.

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Economic empowerment made-to-measure: How companies can benefit more people

Mckinsey and Company

Connections, contexts, and capabilities can guide corporate efforts to create empowerment impact efficiently.

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Private equity targets Europe for big buyout deals

Financial Times M&A

Total value of large private equity deals in Europe increased at twice the rate of the rest of world in 2024

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Supreme Court Eyes Its 'Next Frontier' In FCC Delegation Case

Law 360 M&A

A case about broadband subsidies will give the U.S. Supreme Court the chance to revive a long-dormant separation of powers principle that attorneys say could upend regulations in numerous industries and trigger a power shift that would make last term's shakeup of federal agency authority pale in comparison. And a majority of the court already appears to support its resurrection.

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Comment on The Shadowy AMC Fees Draining Billions from Homebuyers by Mike

Appraisers Blog

Regulators & industry stakeholders must act to ensure the appraisal process is transparent, fair, & serves the best interests of homebuyers.

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Is This the Last Gasp? FTC Makes One Last Plea to Get Its Noncompete Ban Back on Track

BVR

In a last ditch effort to revive its covenant not to compete ban, the Lina Kahn-led FTC is asking a federal appeals court to overturn a federal district court ruling that halted the FTC ban.

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Insider Trading in Connected Firms during Trading Bans

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Marc Goergen (IE Business School), Luc Renneboog (Tilburg University), and Yang Zhao (University of Liverpool), on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 Editor's Note: Marc Goergen is a Professor of Finance at IE Business School, Luc Renneboog is a Professor of Corporate Finance at Tilburg University, and Yang Zhao is a Senior Lecturer in Financial Data Analysis at University of Liverpool.

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How beauty players can scale gen AI in 2025

Mckinsey and Company

Beauty brands and retailers have already begun testing gen AI. To scale these experiments quickly, beauty players should focus on high-value use cases and customize gen AI tools to meet their needs.

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Eli Lilly in advanced talks to buy US cancer biotech for up to $2.5bn

Financial Times M&A

Scorpions drug candidate inhibits a mutation that is a major driver of breast, gynaecological and head and neck cancers

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'Secret Plot' Drove Perella Weinberg Split, Judge Hears

Law 360 M&A

A New York state judge heard dueling claims of deception on Friday as counsel for investment banking firm Perella Weinberg and a group of former partners each accused the other of a "secret plot" that violated their partnership agreement, kicking off a trial centering on a sudden split in the firm a decade ago.

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Comment on The Shadowy AMC Fees Draining Billions from Homebuyers by Eric Kretz

Appraisers Blog

Regulators & industry stakeholders must act to ensure the appraisal process is transparent, fair, & serves the best interests of homebuyers.

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President Biden Signs Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act

LaPorte

In December 2024, President Biden signed the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act (the Act) into law, providing favorable tax provisions for victims of disasters occurring… The post President Biden Signs Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act first appeared on LaPorte.

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Cultural Values and Cross-Country Differences in Responsible Investing Sectors

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Jedrzej Bialkowski (University of Canterbury), Laura T. Starks (The University of Texas at Austin), and Moritz Wagner (University of Canterbury), on Monday, January 20, 2025 Editor's Note: Jedrzej Bialkowski is a Professor of Finance at University of Canterbury, Laura T. Starks is a Professor of Finance at The University of Texas at Austin, and Moritz Wagner is a Senior Lecturer of Finance at University of Canterbury.

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From engines to algorithms: Gen AI in automotive software development

Mckinsey and Company

As the automotive and industrial sectors undergo major technological advancements, gen AIdriven operating models can allow companies to develop software more easily, safely, and innovatively.

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BlackRock private equity fund takes more than $600mn hit on investment

Financial Times M&A

Alacritys restructuring puts it under control of private credit lenders including Antares, Blue Owl, KKR and Goldman

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5 Litigation Funding Trends To Note In 2025

Law 360 M&A

Lawyers and their clients must be prepared to navigate an evolving litigation funding market in 2025, made more complicated by a new administration and the increasing overall cost of litigation, says Jeffery Lula at GLS Capital.

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Comment on The Shadowy AMC Fees Draining Billions from Homebuyers by kenneth freeman

Appraisers Blog

Regulators & industry stakeholders must act to ensure the appraisal process is transparent, fair, & serves the best interests of homebuyers.