Appraisers Blog
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
In reply to Lindsey. Buy a ghost key, or at least always copy the reo key’s so you eventually end up with a big fat roll of possible keys that may work. Keep a disposable freebie plastic card to slide past the lock, those work well on back doors with smaller framing. As the appraiser, you have permission to be there and get into that vacant home.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 3, 2024
Posted by Daniel Blume and Mats Isaksson, OECD, on Saturday, February 3, 2024 Editor's Note: Daniel Blume is the Head of the Corporate Governance Unit, and Mats Isaksson is a Board Member of the Swedish Corporate Governance Board and former Head of Division in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)’s Directorate for Financial and Enterprise Affairs.
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Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Our medtech predictions for the year ahead were inspired by conversations with more than 200 industry leaders and informed by McKinsey’s latest decade-ahead medtech report.
The Guardian M&A
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Despite healthy sales, publishers such as Epic Games and Activision Blizzard are making hundreds of employees redundant – which may radically reshape the industry It is widely agreed that 2023 was a stellar year for video games. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom , Baldur’s Gate 3 , Alan Wake 2 , Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 … barely a week passed without some blockbuster hit or independent gem.
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.
Musings on Markets
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
I was planning to finish my last two data updates for 2024, but decided to take a break and look at the seven stocks (Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla) which carried the market in 2023. While I will use the "Magnificent Seven" moniker attached by these companies by investors and the media, my preference would have been to call them the Seven Samurai.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Posted by Michael Albano, Laura Bagarella, and Julia Petty, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, on Friday, February 9, 2024 Editor's Note: Michael Albano is a Partner, Laura Bagarella is Counsel, and Julia Petty is a Partner at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. This post is based on a Cleary Gottlieb memorandum by Mr. Albano, Ms. Bagarella, Ms.
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Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
UK housebuilder aims for £90mn in cost savings as developers deal with slowdown
NYT M&A
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Adam Neumann, the co-working company’s onetime chief, has sought for months to buy the now-bankrupt business, but accuses its current leaders of stonewalling him.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Posted by Amy D. Roy and Robert A. Skinner, Ropes & Gray LLP, on Monday, February 5, 2024 Editor's Note: Amy D. Roy and Robert A. Skinner are Partners at the Ropes & Gray securities litigation group in Boston. This post is based on their Ropes & Gray memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
To integrate renewables into grids and support the energy transition, operators may need to rethink their planning approaches and tools to tackle network and value chain challenges.
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
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
Sale of ‘Russia’s Google’ is largest by a western-held company seeking to exit the country since the war in Ukraine began
NYT M&A
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Regulatory scrutiny felled the sale of Figma, a design platform, to Adobe. Now it’s grappling with employee expectations and a changing market.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Posted by Martin Lipton, Karessa Cain, and Carmen Lu, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 Editor's Note: Martin Lipton is a Founding Partner, Karessa Cain is a Partner, and Carmen Lu is Counsel at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. This post is based on a Wachtell memorandum by Mr. Lipton, Ms. Cain, Ms. Lu, Steve Rosenblum , Adam Emmerich , and Kevin Schwartz.
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
MHI estimates that a focus on immediately influenceable interventions at the city level can add approximately 20 billion to 25 billion years of higher-quality life at a global level.
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.
Vested
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
We spoke to Dustin Siggins, the founder of Proven Media Solutions , about how to juggle family and working lives, and why doing a handful of things well is the route to success.
NYT M&A
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Yandex, often called “Russia’s Google,” said it reached a deal to sell off its assets in the market where it made its fortune, after the war in Ukraine upended its operations.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Posted by Byung Hyun Ahn (Dimensional Fund Advisors), Panos N. Patatoukas (UC Berkeley), and George S. Skiadopoulos (Queen Mary University of London and the University of Piraeus), on Thursday, February 8, 2024 Editor's Note: Byung Hyun Ahn is a Senior Researcher at Dimensional Fund Advisors; Panos N. Patatoukas is a Professor and the L.H. Penney Chair in Accounting at the University of California Berkeley Haas School of Business; and George S.
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 6, 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.
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Entrepreneur says he is partnering with Third Point but hedge fund says it has not committed to participating in any deal
Machen McChesney
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Financial reporting plays a key role when a business needs funds for continued operations and strategic investment opportunities. Lenders and investors will generally want to review your company’s financial statements before they give it money. Timely, reliable reports can increase the odds that a bank will approve your company’s loan application and equity investors will provide capital.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
Posted by David Woodcock, Vivek Mohan, and Hugh N. Danilack, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP, on Sunday, February 4, 2024 Editor's Note: David Woodcock and Vivek Mohan are Partners, and Hugh N. Danilack is an Associate Attorney at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. This post is based on a Gibson Dunn memorandum by Mr. Woodcock, Mr. Mohan, Mr. Danilack, Frances Waldmann , Chris Rosina , and Samantha Yi.
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
There is a dramatic difference in health, economic, and social outcomes for Black US residents compared with their White neighbors. What can investors, companies, philanthropies, and public sector leaders do to help close the gap?
Norman Marks
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
A few years ago, my friend Dr. Rainer Lenz started talking about the internal auditor as the “gardener of governance”. In an article in EDPACS, Rainer explained (with my emphasis): Governance has been central to what internal auditing has been aspiring to do for a long time.
ThomsonReuters
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
As we step into a new year, the taxation realm is abuzz with discussions surrounding the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. However, amidst this spotlight, there are other tax proposals quietly gaining momentum. In this blog, we will dive into the details of four notable tax laws that have been introduced into legislation and deserve our attention.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Posted by Richard Horvath, Stephen Leitzell, and Taylor Jaszewski, Dechert LLP, on Monday, February 5, 2024 Editor's Note: Richard Horvath and Stephen Leitzell are Partners, and Taylor Jaszewski is an Associate at Dechert LLP. This post is based on a Dechert memorandum by Mr. Horvath, Mr. Leitzell, Mr. Jaszewski, and Christopher Merken ; and is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here.
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Engaged, motivated maintenance teams keep heavy industry moving. Does your organization’s maintenance culture need a tune-up?
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
UK lender strikes deal to buy bulk of supermarket’s bank
Benzinga
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Owens-Corning (NYSE: OC ) has announced an acquisition of Masonite International (NYSE: DOOR ) that is expected to be completed 2024-H1. Under the terms of the agreement, Owens-Corning has agreed to give Masonite International $3.90 billion in cash in exchange for DOOR stock. About The Companies Involved Owens-Corning Inc is a manufacturer of glass fiber utilized in composites and building materials.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Posted by Lindsey Stewart, Morningstar, Inc, on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 Editor's Note: Lindsey Stewart is Director of Investment Stewardship Research at Morningstar, Inc. This post is based on his Morningstar memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
With student learning improvements not keeping up with today’s ever-shifting demands, it is more important than ever before to improve the quality and equity of education systems around the world.
Financial Times M&A
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Hellman & Friedman-led deal is largest in a sector reconsidering its partnership model
Vested
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
As HomeGrown PR ’s founder and sole employee, Donna Airey talks to us about the importance of determination, starting a business during a global pandemic and championing the underdog.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Posted by Todd Sirras, Austin Vanbastelaer, and Justin Beck, Semler Brossy LLC, on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 Editor's Note: Todd Sirras is Managing Director, Austin Vanbastelaer is Principal, and Justin Beck is a Senior Consultant at Semler Brossy LLC. This post is based on a Semler Brossy memorandum by Mr. Sirras, Mr. Vanbastelaer, Mr. Beck, Kyle McCarthy , Nathan Grantz , and Anish Tamhaney.
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Digitizing Greece’s retail and hospitality sectors could help drive macroeconomic growth by expanding digital commerce and the overall digital economy.
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