Harvard Corporate Governance
DECEMBER 3, 2023
Posted by Dean Kingsley, Matt Solomon, Deloitte & Touche LLP, and Kristen Jaconi (USC Marshall), on Sunday, December 3, 2023 Editor's Note: Dean Kingsley is a Principal and Matt Solomon is a Senior Manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP. Kristen Jaconi is an Associate Professor of the Practice in Accounting and Executive Director at Peter Arkley Institute for Risk Management at the USC Marshall School of Business.
IVSC
DECEMBER 5, 2023
The International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC) is pleased to announce that its Standards Review Board (SRB) has unanimously approved the forthcoming edition of the International Valuation Standards (IVS), set for release in January 2024. The SRB, led by Chair Susan DuRoss, comprises global experts in technical standards, including leaders of the IVSC’s Asset Standards Boards – the Business Valuation Board, Financial Instruments Board, and Tangible Assets Board.
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Mckinsey and Company
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Generative AI has the potential to widen the racial economic gap in the United States by $43 billion each year. But deployed thoughtfully, it could actually remove barriers to Black economic mobility.
NYT M&A
DECEMBER 3, 2023
The people who were most afraid of the risks of artificial intelligence decided they should be the ones to build it. Then distrust fueled a spiraling competition.
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.
Benzinga
DECEMBER 10, 2023
In a recent development in the health insurance sector, Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI ) has withdrawn from its proposed merger with Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM ). What Happened: The deal, poised to create a colossal entity in the industry with an estimated $140 billion, fell through due to disagreements over financial terms. With the merger off the table, Cigna is redirecting its strategy towards smaller, targeted acquisitions, reports The Wall Street Journal.
Internal Audit 360
DECEMBER 21, 2023
T here’s a palpable concern for the future among internal auditors. I wouldn’t quite call it anxiety, but there’s certainly some underlying angst about how the next few years will play out for internal auditors. There’s consternation, for sure, over how things like artificial intelligence, increasing digitalization, the data of everything, climate change, political uncertainly, and geopolitical tension will impact the business world as a whole and internal auditing in par
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Musings on Markets
DECEMBER 10, 2023
Can one person make a difference to the value of a business? Of course, and with small businesses, especially those built around personal services (a doctor or plumber’s practice), it is part of the valuation process, where the key person is valued or at least priced and incorporated into valuation. While that effect tends to fade as businesses get larger, the tumult at Open AI, where the board dismissed Sam Altman as CEO, and then faced with an enterprise-wide meltdown, as capital providers and
Mckinsey and Company
DECEMBER 5, 2023
From automating processes and powering hyperpersonalization to permanently altering the idea generation process, generative AI is poised to be a catalyst for a new age of marketing capabilities.
NYT M&A
DECEMBER 26, 2023
A new study shows an increase in the rate of inpatient complications, including infections and falls, though patients were no more likely to die.
Benzinga
DECEMBER 23, 2023
Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS ) is reportedly in discussions about acquiring ANSYS, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANSS ), a move that could result in the creation of a significant design-software entity and represent one of the early major acquisition deals in the new year. Ansys, valued at almost $30 billion, may see an acquisition deal materialize in early 2024, The Wall Street Journal reported , citing people familiar with the matter.
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
ThomsonReuters
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Jump to: How do renewable energy tax credits work? What renewable energy tax incentives does the IRS offer for individuals vs. businesses? Overview of clean energy credits by energy type Helping clients with renewable energy credits In recent years, the U.S. and other countries around the world have placed a growing emphasis on sustainability and green energy.
Harvard Corporate Governance
DECEMBER 30, 2023
Posted by Matt DiGuiseppe, Maria Moats, and Gregory Johnson, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Saturday, December 30, 2023 Editor's Note: Matt DiGuiseppe is a Managing Director, Maria Moats is a Leader, and Gregory Johnson is a Director at the Governance Insights Center, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC report. Today’s increasingly unpredictable business environment can make management decisions more consequential.
Trout CPA
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Trout CPA is thrilled to announce that Aaron S. Grumbling, CPA , has joined our team as a Client Accounting Services Manager. Aaron joins our firm with over 30 years of experience, primarily in the not-for-profit industry. His extensive work experience includes working as a Finance Director for a non-profit county library and as an audit principal at a regional CPA firm.
Mckinsey and Company
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Government organizations may seek to jump on the gen AI bandwagon, but the technology’s complexities could sideline their efforts. Our framework addresses some critical implementation questions.
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.
NYT M&A
DECEMBER 20, 2023
The talks, which are said to be in the early stages, add Warner Bros. Discovery to the list of companies pursuing a possible deal with Paramount.
Benzinga
DECEMBER 24, 2023
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe has bought a minority stake in the esteemed football club Manchester United (NYSE: MANU ). The deal puts the club’s value at an estimated $6.3 billion, including debt. This agreement concludes a year-long sales process. What Happened: A report from The Wall Street Journal says that Ratcliffe will hold 25% of Manchester United’s non-voting shares, which are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and were last traded near $20.
ThomsonReuters
DECEMBER 8, 2023
As technology has evolved, so too has the accounting profession. From paper-based processes to cloud-based software, accountants are no strangers to change. No previous advancement, however, has had the potential to alter accounting (and many other industries) quite like generative artificial intelligence. But for those who embrace AI, there is a strategic opportunity to capitalize on its many benefits while protecting and even uplifting the irreplaceable human connection.
Harvard Corporate Governance
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Posted by Nathan Atkinson (University of Wisconsin), on Thursday, December 14, 2023 Editor's Note: Nathan Atkinson is Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School. This post is based on his recent article that was published in the Yale Journal on Regulation. In 2015, the Environmental Protection Agency entered a settlement with ASARCO LLC for violations of the Clean Air Act at a copper smelting plant in Hayden, Arizona.
Trout CPA
DECEMBER 4, 2023
At Trout CPA, we take immense pride in recognizing and celebrating the achievements of our dedicated team members. Today, we are thrilled to shine the spotlight on Brady Lausch, who recently earned his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
Mckinsey and Company
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Macroeconomic, technological, regulatory, market structure, and product changes mean corporate and investment banks must take new approaches to tackling the opportunities and challenges ahead.
NYT M&A
DECEMBER 24, 2023
The billion-dollar deal leaves the team’s unpopular owners, the Glazer family, in control of the club, but it delegates important responsibilities to their new partner.
Benzinga
DECEMBER 20, 2023
David Zaslav , CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (NASDAQ: WBD ), and Bob Bakish , CEO of Paramount Global , met on Tuesday and spoke for several hours about a potential merger. Here's what you need to know. The Details: According to an Axios , the meeting focused on areas such as how the companies could complement one another. Warner Bros. Discovery's ability to leverage Paramount's children's programming assets and the combination of CBS News and CNN into a massive global news
ThomsonReuters
DECEMBER 6, 2023
The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) emerged as a lifeline for many companies during the COVID-19 pandemic, incentivizing them to retain their employees and navigate through the financial turmoil. However, while the ERC served as a valuable support mechanism, it has also raised concerns about abuse when it comes to accurate claims for the credit. James Creech, a senior manager with Baker Tilly’s tax advocacy and controversy team, explained that the origin of the current issues with the ERC
Harvard Corporate Governance
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Posted by Ben Bates (Harvard Law School), on Monday, December 11, 2023 Editor's Note: Ben Bates is a Research Fellow at the Harvard Law School Program on Corporate Governance. This post is based on his recent paper. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Long-Term Effects of Hedge Fund Activism (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.
Machen McChesney
DECEMBER 12, 2023
The holiday season is here. During this festive season, your business may want to show its gratitude to employees and customers by giving them gifts or hosting holiday parties. It’s a good time to review the tax rules associated with these expenses. Are they tax deductible by your business, and is the value taxable to the recipients?
Mckinsey and Company
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Serving on a corporate board can open new career vistas while rounding out your skills and experience. But how do you join one? Here are six steps to becoming a board member.
NYT M&A
DECEMBER 7, 2023
In a letter, Yellow’s management said an effort to buy the company and revive its operations by an executive from a different trucking firm was “not viable.
Benzinga
DECEMBER 15, 2023
La Rosa Holdings Corp (NASDAQ: LRHC ) has acquired a 100% interest in the company’s franchisee - La Rosa Realty CW Properties in Longwood, Florida. CW Properties generated revenue of $3.4 million and had positive net income in 2022. The franchisee provides residential and commercial real estate brokerage services. It also provides coaching and support services to agents on a fee basis.
Brian DeChesare
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Almost all conversations about buy-side roles eventually turn to multi-manager hedge funds , also known as “pod shops.” There are only a few dozen large funds in this category worldwide, but they’ve greatly impacted the markets and finance careers. Multi-manager hedge funds promise investors solid risk-adjusted returns with low volatility; no matter what the broader market does, you’ll make money if you invest in them.
Harvard Corporate Governance
DECEMBER 10, 2023
Posted by Robert Appleton, Jason Saltsberg, and Brian Roe, Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP, on Sunday, December 10, 2023 Editor's Note: Robert Appleton and Jason Saltsberg are Partners and Brian Roe is an Associate at Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP. This post is based on their Olshan memorandum. On January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) comes into effect.
N Contracts
DECEMBER 12, 2023
BRENTWOOD, Tenn., December 12, 2023 -- Ncontracts , the leading provider of integrated compliance, risk, and vendor management solutions to the financial services industry, announced it has acquired Quantivate, a growing provider of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) solutions for banks and credit unions.
Mckinsey and Company
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Public funding for biotech remains tenuous, but in 2022 and 2023 venture capitalists have continued to pour money into innovative platforms that could revolutionize the sector.
NYT M&A
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Students and parent volunteers from a school in Washington State said in a lawsuit that they had become sick after being exposed to chemicals known as P.C.B.s. that had dripped from light fixtures.
Benzinga
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO ) on Thursday said it plans to acquire privately held Isovalent, Inc., an open source cloud native networking and security company. Together, Cisco and Isovalent will build leading-edge protection for every workload on every cloud. The acquisition of Isovalent will build on the Cisco Security Cloud vision, an AI-driven, cloud-delivered, integrated security platform for organizations of any shape and size.
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