BV Specialists

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I hear the phrase “the value is the value” oftentimes when discussing appraisal work with those not familiar with the profession. With machinery and equipment appraisals, the primary differences in value are fairly straightforward. They tend to correlate to the approach you most heavily rely upon and the definition of value that's estimated. Fair Market Value - Installed will drive a considerably higher value than any type of liquidation premise.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Posted by Subodh Mishra, Institutional Shareholder Services, on Monday, November 6, 2023 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) Inc. This post is based on an ISS Corporate Solutions memorandum by Liam Hardy, Senior Associate, ISS Corporate Solutions. Digital technology impacts businesses in myriad ways.

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Technology 335

NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Broadcast Music Inc., one of the major performing rights organizations in the United States, collected $1.57 billion and distributed $1.47 billion for its 2022 fiscal year.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

A new McKinsey Health Institute survey across 30 countries offers insights into how organizations can help create a workplace that prioritizes physical, mental, social, and spiritual health.

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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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Musings on Markets

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

I was planning to start this post by telling you that Tesla was back in the news, but that would be misleading, since Tesla never leaves the news. Some of that attention comes from the company's products and innovations, but much of it comes from having Elon Musk as a CEO, a man who makes himself the center of every news cycle. That attention has worked in the company's favor over much of its lifetime, as it has gone from a start-up to one of the largest market cap companies in the world, disrup

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Jump to: Reflect on your current tax workflow Use automation to boost staff engagement and retention Unlock growth opportunities With staffing shortages of epic proportions, the accounting industry is facing a crossroads. In recent years, more tax professionals have exited the industry than entered it, which presents the potential for detrimental effects across the business and financial world.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Posted by Merel Spierings, The Conference Board, on Friday, November 24, 2023 Editor's Note: Merel Spierings is Senior Researcher at The Conference Board ESG Center in New York. This post relates to Corporate Board Practices in the Russell 3000, S&P 500, and S&P MidCap 400: Live Dashboard, a live online dashboard published by The Conference Board and ESG data analytics firm ESGAUGE , in collaboration with Debevoise & Plimpton , the KPMG Board Leadership Center , Russell Reynolds Asso

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Equity 324

NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The site defined an era of feminism for millions of readers. According to its editors and writers, it was also an exhilarating place to work.

Mergers & Acquisitions 144

Mergers & Acquisitions 144

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

For digital and AI transformations to succeed, companies need to understand the problems they want to solve and rewire their organizations for continuous innovation

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Technology Corporate Finance Finance 145

N Contracts

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Mortgage Company Best Practices for Lending Outside Your State Following the 2008 financial collapse, Dodd-Frank granted the newly formed Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) enforcement authority over mortgage lending at the federal level.

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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

Corporate Finance

Mogin Rubin M&A

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

It is an application of artificial intelligence (“AI”) that many businesses, agencies, legislators, lawyers, and antitrust law enforcers around the world are only beginning to confront. It is also among the top concerns of in-house counsel across industries. Competitors are increasingly setting prices through the use of communal, AI-enhanced algorithms that analyze data that are private, public, or a mix of both.

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Mergers & Acquisitions Technology 105

Benzinga

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

A battle between two media giants over the valuation of a leading streaming platform is almost at its end with a deal announced by Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS ) to acquire the stake in Hulu it did not already own. Here are the details. What Happened: Disney shares struggled in 2023 , but the company may have a catalyst or an item that needed more clarity before finally putting it to rest.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Posted by Frederik Otto, Jeannette Lichner and Adélaïde Levassor, The Sustainability Board, on Monday, November 27, 2023 Editor's Note: Frederik Otto is Executive Director, Jeannette Lichner is Senior Advisor, and Adélaïde Levassor is Advisor of The Sustainability Board (TSB). This post is based on the 2023 Annual ESG Preparedness Report by Mr. Otto, Ms.

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NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The deal would generate more than $3 billion in revenue for the companies, they projected in a statement. The merger comes after years of financial challenges for Six Flags.

Mergers & Acquisitions 125

Mergers & Acquisitions 125

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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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

A survey of more than 250 global shippers and logistics providers reveals that technology investments are set to increase, with numerous companies already piloting advanced use cases.

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Technology 137

ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Jump to: Prioritize staffing and bandwidth Harness the power of technology Shift your value proposition to advisory As the end of the year approaches, many forward-looking accounting firms are not only guiding clients through the intricacies of year-end tax planning, but they are also setting aside time to prepare for the year ahead. In the first of our two-part year-end planning series, we’ll delve into three key ways accounting firms can prepare for next year and ensure sustained futu

Accounting Firms 105

Accounting Firms Technology Compliance Marketability 105

Redpath

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

November 21, 2023 - Accounting standard ASC 326 (also known as CECL) is meant to increase balance sheet transparency and requires entities to recognize estimated credit losses expected to occur over the remaining life of many financial assets. It is important for entities to understand how the new standard may affect them and how to get in compliance.

Compliance 105

Compliance 105

Benzinga

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Open Book Extracts (OBX), a cannabinoid product manufacturer, has inked a term sheet to acquire Nucl3o, a processor of high-purity cannabinoid isolates, Benzinga Cannabis has learned exclusively. This acquisition marks a significant move in the cannabinoid industry, as it combines OBX's large-scale production capabilities with Nucl3o's expertise in cannabinoid ingredient manufacturing, elevating both companies' global distribution.

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Marketability 106

Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Posted by Subodh Mishra, Institutional Shareholder Services, on Thursday, November 16, 2023 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) Inc. This post is based on an ISS Corporate Solutions memorandum by Sandra Herrera Lopez, PhD, Vice President, ESG Content & Data Analytics at ISS Corporate Solutions.

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NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

A merger put him in the driver’s seat at Warner Brothers, one of the industry’s biggest studios. It has been a wild ride.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 145

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The global outlook is unchanged despite weaker readings in trade, consumer confidence, and business activity. Still-elevated inflation and interest rates are acting as headwinds to economic growth.

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Corporate Finance Finance 139

ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Jump to: What does SAS 145 address? 9 steps to apply SAS 145 Managing SAS 145 compliance What does SAS 145 address? At a high level, SAS 145 addresses a company’s system of internal control and information technology. It also revises the definition of significant risk so that auditors will be focused on where the risks lie on a spectrum of inherent risk.

Compliance 105

Compliance Technology 105

Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

EQT, Cinven and General Atlantic among those involved in take-private deals for businesses floated two years ago

Equity 140

Equity 140

Benzinga

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI ) is reportedly contemplating the sale of its Medicare Advantage business and working with an investment bank to explore options for a business that could be worth billions, according to Reuters. The move follows a decade of expansion in the sector , including the acquisition of HealthSpring for $3.8 billion in 2011, and could signal Cigna's response to a challenging reimbursement environment.

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Banking 106

Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Posted by Keith Halverstam, Maj Vaseghi, and Jenna Cooper, Latham & Watkins LLP, on Saturday, November 4, 2023 Editor's Note: Keith Halverstam , Maj Vaseghi , and Jenna Cooper are Partners at Latham & Watkins LLP. This post is based on a Latham memorandum by Mr. Halverstam, Ms. Vaseghi, Ms. Cooper, Joel Trotter , Holly Bauer , and Colleen Smith.

Compliance 271

Compliance 271

NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The company will pay at least $8.61 billion to Comcast, which owned a 33 percent stake of the popular streaming service.

Mergers & Acquisitions 143

Mergers & Acquisitions 143

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

A chief of staff can be instrumental to a CEO’s success while also advancing their own career. Here are eight pieces of advice from those who have mastered the role.

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Corporate Finance Finance 143

ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Global supply chains are getting more difficult to manage by the day, making it all the more important for businesses to use every advantage they can get. That’s why businesses would be wise to explore strategies that help them defer costs incurred from customs duties, taxes, and other expenses, and minimize encounters with bureaucratic regulations. “As global supply chains become increasingly more complex, companies must find ways to optimize costs while still maintaining efficiency

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Compliance 105

N Contracts

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Risk Management and Fraud in Banking: An Overview Fraud is a consistent problem for financial institutions, threatening them and their consumers. In 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rep orted that consumers lost an estimated $8.8 billion to fraud – a 30% rise from the previous year. The number of cases has only increased in 2023.

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Banking 104

Benzinga

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR ) has agreed to acquire the remaining 37% stake of leading insurance company Global Atlantic, increasing its ownership to 100%. In 2021, KKR completed a strategic transaction that valued Global Atlantic at approximately $4.7 billion by acquiring a controlling 60% interest. Global Atlantic's assets under management have more than doubled, increasing from $72 billion in 2020 to $158 billion today, KKR said.

Equity 105

Equity Marketability 105

Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Posted by Meaghan Kelly, David Blass and Michael Osnato, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, on Sunday, November 19, 2023 Editor's Note: Meaghan Kelly , David Blass , and Michael Osnato are Partners at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. This post is based on a Simpson Thacher memorandum by Ms. Kelly, Mr. Blass, Mr. Osnato, Nicholas Goldin , Michael Wolitzer , and Marc Berger.

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Marketability 231

NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The pioneering feminist website is being sold to Paste by G/O Media, which had shut down the site this month.

Mergers & Acquisitions 145

Mergers & Acquisitions 145

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

There is $3 trillion worth of business value at stake for companies that successfully use cloud technology—yet many are still in a fog. Here’s a clear path toward cloud adoption.

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Technology 127

Trout CPA

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Kimberly Crisp, CPA , has joined our team as a Client Accounting Services Manager. With over two decades of accounting experience, Kimberly brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, particularly in the non-profit sector. Her extensive background and commitment to excellence make her an ideal fit for our firm as we continue to expand and provide top-notch services to our clients.

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