NYT M&A
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Exxon Mobil and Chevron are spending tens of billions of dollars buying oil and gas assets, betting that the International Energy Agency’s predictions of declining oil demand are wrong.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Posted by Joel Paula, FCLTGlobal, on Monday, October 23, 2023 Editor's Note: Joel Paula is a Policy Advisor at FCLTGlobal. This post is based on a FCLTGlobal memorandum by Mr. Paula, Jess Gaspar , Matt Leatherman , and Sarah Williamson. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Paying for Long-Term Performance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian Bebchuk and Jesse Fried.
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IVSC
OCTOBER 21, 2023
Wayne A. Nygard, MAI, FRICS is the Division Chief for the Evaluations Division (“EV”) within the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations of the U.S. Department of State. EV is responsible for evaluation of U.S. Embassy and Consulate facilities and other real estate worldwide. The portfolio consists of over 25,000 properties in over 190 countries. Nygard oversees a staff of appraisers and real estate analysts who review and perform Market Value Appraisals worldwide as well as conduct various anal
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 24, 2023
After decades of hypergrowth, fintechs have entered a new era of value creation, where the focus is on sustainable, profitable growth. This report examines how fintechs can win in these disruptive times.
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.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Those betting transactions by Chevron and ExxonMobil signal robust demand growth may want to think twice
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Posted by Dirk Jenter (London School of Economics and Political Science), Egor Matveyev (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and Lukas Roth (University of Alberta), on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 Editor's Note: Dirk Jenter is a Professor of Finance at London School of Economics and Political Science, Egor Matveyev is a Senior Lecturer and Research Scientist in Finance at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Lukas Roth is an Associate Professor of Finance at University of Alberta.
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Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 25, 2023
A shift from credential-based to skills-based hiring could be a key to filling technical roles amid talent shortages.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Quarterly profits at oil group and rival Chevron miss Wall Street expectations
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Posted by Natalya Shnitser (Boston College Law School), on Monday, October 23, 2023 Editor's Note: Natalya Shnitser is an Associate Professor at Boston College Law School. This post is based on her article forthcoming in the HBLR. With over $10 trillion in assets , employer-sponsored defined-contribution retirement plans play an important role in the corporate governance ecosystem.
NYT M&A
OCTOBER 27, 2023
BuzzFeed is negotiating a sale of much of Complex Networks for under $140 million, less than half of what it paid to acquire it two years ago.
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
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Fewer than one in four companies outpace their industry peers on revenue and profit growth. New McKinsey research reveals the six mindsets and strategies that set these growth outperformers apart.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 21, 2023
Former UniCredit boss steps into governance and political quagmire to turn around indebted tech contractor
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Posted by Andrew Freedman and Elizabeth R. Gonzalez-Sussman, , on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 Editor's Note: Andrew Freedman and Elizabeth Gonzalez-Sussman are Partners at Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP. This post is based on their Olshan memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Law and Economics of Equity Swap Disclosure (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian Bebchuk; The Law and Economics of Blockholder Disclosure (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian B
Machen McChesney
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Machen McChesney would like to bring to your attention a recent announcement from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) and a special withdrawal process introduced to address concerns about ineligible claims and protect small businesses from scams. This announcement is part of a broader effort by the IRS to safeguard small businesses and organizations from the barrage of suspect ERC advertising.
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.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 23, 2023
A McKinsey Health Institute analysis shows older adults are happier and healthier when they engage more in society—and helping them do so could benefit the economy.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Groups in Europe are increasingly willing to allow minorities to stay in companies they take private
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Posted by Bruce F. Freed, Jeanne Hanna, Karl J. Sandstrom, Center for Political Accountability, on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 Editor's Note: Bruce F. Freed is President and Co-founder, Jeanne Hanna is Research Director, and Karl J. Sandstrom is Strategic Advisor at the Center for Political Accountability. This post is based on their CPA publication.
Redpath
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Creating a strategic roadmap for growth begins with an assessment of your company and the industry landscape.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 24, 2023
While the task is not easy, incumbents—including those in hard-to-abate sectors—can decarbonize and generate value through a series of key actions.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Shareholders should gird themselves for a fight with the sharp-elbowed private equity group and Ari Emanuel
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 21, 2023
Posted by Austin J. Pierce, Betty M. Huber, and Sarah E. Fortt, Latham & Watkins LLP, on Saturday, October 21, 2023 Editor's Note: Austin J. Pierce is an Associate, Betty M. Huber and Sarah E. Fortt are Partners at Latham & Watkins LLP. This post is based on a Latham memorandum by Mr. Pierce, Ms. Huber, Ms. Fortt, Paul Davies , Michael D. Green , and James Bee.
N Contracts
OCTOBER 24, 2023
When the hacker group Scattered Spider breached MGM Casino and Resorts’ computer systems on September 11, 2023, the corporate gaming giant – with more than two dozen locations and an online sports betting operation – suffered significant material losses.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Costly and disruptive, nonfinancial risks are an ever-present concern in the financial services industry. A defined risk appetite strategy can mitigate the problem.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 23, 2023
All-stock deal comes after ExxonMobil acquired Pioneer Natural Resources earlier this month
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 22, 2023
Posted by Loyti Cheng, David A. Zilberberg and Emily Roberts, Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, on Sunday, October 22, 2023 Editor's Note: Loyti Cheng and David A. Zilberberg are Counsels, and Emily Roberts is a Partner at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. This post is based on a Davis Polk memorandum by Ms. Cheng, Mr. Zilberberg, Ms. Roberts, Stephen A.
Machen McChesney
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Does your company struggle to close its books at the end of each month? The month-end close requires accounting personnel to round up data from across the organization. This process can strain internal resources, potentially leading to delayed financial reporting, errors, and even fraud. Here are some simple ways to streamline your company’s monthly closing process.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Telcos increasingly rely on customized commercial marketing. But integrating those efforts with service-related outreach into a comprehensive next-best-experience engine is critical for growth.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 23, 2023
The $53bn deal has sparked speculation that BP and Shell may feel forced to respond
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Posted by Gary Gensler, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Thursday, October 26, 2023 Editor's Note: Gary Gensler is Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This post is based on his recent remarks. The views expressed in this post are those of Chair Gensler, and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff.
Machen McChesney
OCTOBER 25, 2023
The Social Security Administration recently announced that the wage base for computing Social Security tax will increase to $168,600 for 2024 (up from $160,200 for 2023). Wages and self-employment income above this threshold aren’t subject to Social Security tax.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 24, 2023
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
OCTOBER 21, 2023
Amount buyout groups have made selling portfolio companies is running at lowest level since 2013
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Posted by Lindsey Stewart, Morningstar, Inc, on Thursday, October 26, 2023 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 Agency Problems of Institutional Investors (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian Bebchuk, Alma Cohen, and Scott Hirst; Index Funds and the Future of Corporate Governance: Theory, Evidence, and Polic
The Guardian M&A
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Takeover puts Chevron head-to-head with ExxonMobil in oil-rich Guyana and US shale industry Business live – latest updates Chevron has announced plans to buy the oil producer Hess Corporation in a $53bn (£44bn) deal, becoming the second American energy giant to place a vast bet on fossil fuel production this month. The all-stock takeover, which will increase Chevron’s presence in oil-rich Guyana, was unveiled less than two weeks after another of the world’s largest oil companies, Exxon Mobil, sa
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