Viking Mergers
MARCH 12, 2023
Growing the value of a business is a critical concern for any entrepreneur or business owner. Entrepreneurs commonly hear that a company will be worth 3-5x (or some other range of multiples) of the EBITDA or other financial indicators. But what differentiates earning the high end of that range from the low? And how can you move your business from 3x to 5x to 7x?
Appraisers Blog
MARCH 15, 2023
Garbage data in means garbage results out every time! It’s no secret that AVMs have been a thorn in the side of real estate appraisers since they first came out. Despite all their bells and whistles, these automated valuation models still rely on inaccurate public records and often come up with wildly inaccurate home values. Unfortunately, some consumers don’t realize this until it’s too late – when reality comes crashing down from a local real estate professional after they’ve already gotten t
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Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 15, 2023
Commercial road freight is trailing passenger vehicles on decarbonization. But the economic equation is shifting, with fueling services and battery recycling emerging as battlegrounds for new opportunities.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 14, 2023
Posted by Subodh Mishra, Institutional Shareholder Services, Inc., on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at Institutional Shareholder Services. This post is based on an ISS Corporate Solutions memorandum by Paul Hodgson, Senior Editor; Aditi Aier, Senior Associate; and Carmen Luk, Senior Associate at ISS Corporate Solutions.
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
MARCH 17, 2023
Swiss authorities press for merger to stem crisis of confidence in country’s banking sector
Viking Mergers
MARCH 17, 2023
Deciding to move forward with selling your business can be tough – but also incredibly exciting! After years of building and growing your company, the time has come to begin working on an exit strategy that will benefit you, your business, and your future lifestyle. While exploring different exit options may feel daunting, rest assured that you are not alone, and this is a normal phase in the business owning life cycle.
Business Valuation Zone brings together the best content for business valuation professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 17, 2023
Posted by Larry Fink, BlackRock, Inc., on Friday, March 17, 2023 Editor's Note: Larry Fink is Founder, Chairman and CEO of BlackRock, Inc. This post is based on Mr. Fink’s annual letter to investors. Music plays a big role in my life. As a kid growing up in California, I used to go to the local record shop, buy a piece of vinyl and listen to the album on my record player.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 13, 2023
Decision making is simply the process of making a choice. But decision making often isn’t easy and can be particularly complex in an organizational context.
Viking Mergers
MARCH 13, 2023
Financials, forecasts, and client concentrations are all critical components to facilitating a successful M&A transaction and showing buyers a business is a low-risk investment. In addition to these obvious factors, there are some lesser-known items that are just as important – and if not carefully curated prior to the deal closing, could sabotage a transaction or scare off the perfect buyer.
Global Finance
MARCH 16, 2023
The Middle East could prove a profitable oasis.
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
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 13, 2023
Posted by Alex Edmans (London Business School), on Monday, March 13, 2023 Editor's Note: Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School. This post is based on his recent paper. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) and Will Corporations Deliver Value to All Stakeholders?
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 17, 2023
In the face of industry headwinds, pharmacies can work to make the most of their distinct advantages to meet shifting consumer needs.
Brian DeChesare
MARCH 13, 2023
If you are currently breathing oxygen, you’ve undoubtedly seen the stories about Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse over the past few days. In 24 hours, it went from “We’re fine, but we took some losses and need additional capital” to “The FDIC is taking over, the government has guaranteed uninsured deposits, and there might be additional bank runs and a financial crisis or three.
ThomsonReuters
MARCH 16, 2023
Rev. Proc. 2023-17 (Mar. 9, 2023) Available at [link] The IRS has announced 2024 indexing adjustments to the applicable dollar amount used to calculate employer shared responsibility payments under the Affordable Care Act. As background, applicable large employers (ALEs) may be liable for an employer shared responsibility penalty under Code § 4980H(a) if they fail to offer minimum essential coverage to a sufficient number of full-time employees.
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.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 14, 2023
Posted by Martin Lipton, Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz, on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 Editor's Note: Martin Lipton is a founding partner of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, specializing in mergers and acquisitions and matters affecting corporate policy and strategy. This post is based on a Wachtell Lipton memorandum by Mr. Lipton, Adam O. Emmerich , Kevin S.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 17, 2023
Facing critical staff shortages, state Chief Administrative Officers are moving forward with newly invigorated strategies for attracting and retaining workers.
Norman Marks
MARCH 14, 2023
I have seen some unfortunate postings on social media and in the news. Self-appointed experts telling us what happened, why, and whose fault it was. There’s a political battle going on as well, with people blaming federal government administrations, regulators, and so on. I’m not going to get into that.
Startup Valuation Blog
MARCH 13, 2023
Understanding the complex relationship between bankruptcy risk and company valuation is crucial for businesses of all sizes and industries. By developing a comprehensive risk management strategy and implementing sound financial practices, companies can reduce their exposure to banking institution bankruptcy risk and protect their long-term financial position.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 15, 2023
Posted by Christopher Brummer (Georgetown University) , on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 Editor's Note: Christopher Brummer is the Agnes Williams Sesquicentennial Professor of Financial Technology, and is the Faculty Director, Institute of International Economic Law at Georgetown University. This post is based on his recent keynote address. It is a great pleasure to be here with you, the great public servants of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 17, 2023
Beware of solving for enterprise multiples instead of value creation.
Avanade
MARCH 15, 2023
Avanade is using generative AI to help our clients inspire design; overhaul how internal knowledge is shared and discovered; reinvent mission-critical processes and much more.
NYT M&A
MARCH 17, 2023
The band said it wanted to make its North American tour “affordable for all,” but after tickets went on sale this week, fans said that fees had ratcheted up the price.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 16, 2023
Posted by Gary Gensler, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Thursday, March 16, 2023 Editor's Note: Gary Gensler is Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This post is based on his recent public statement. The views expressed in this post are those of Chair Gensler, and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or the Staff.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 16, 2023
Affordable broadband with wraparound support could expand access to cost-efficient virtual health for underserved communities. Seven actions could help state and local leaders unlock this opportunity.
Biz Equity
MARCH 17, 2023
Introduction Every business owner will need to exit their company at some point in time, whether it be an opportunistic sale, retirement, disability, or other reasons. A well-thought-out exit strategy is paramount to a smooth transition that leaves the owner(s) with the maximum reward for their years of hard work. Advisors and business owners should be aware of current policies that could impact their exit strategies, including upcoming changes to policies involving annual gift tax exclusions an
NYT M&A
MARCH 16, 2023
Mint Mobile, which launched in 2016, is known as a cheaper alternative to expensive mobile plans. The actor Ryan Reynolds purchased an ownership stake in the company in 2019.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 16, 2023
Posted by Hester M. Peirce, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Thursday, March 16, 2023 Editor's Note: Hester M. Peirce is a Commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This post is based on her recent public statement. The views expressed in this post are those of Commissioner Peirce and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 15, 2023
Travel startups may be well positioned to contribute to the industry’s next digital horizon—a new report examines who is investing, and why.
Financial Times M&A
MARCH 16, 2023
Owner of UK’s Three says it is also close to an agreement with Vodafone
Benzinga
MARCH 15, 2023
A leading actor and entrepreneur is the subject of another company he helped launch getting bought out. Here’s the latest on Ryan Reynolds and his golden touch. What Happened : Leading telecommunications company T-Mobile US (NASDAQ: TMUS ) is acquiring Ka’ena Corporation , the owner of the Mint Mobile brand. The official news comes months after a buyout was speculated on Wall Street.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 13, 2023
Posted by Patrick Ryan, Edelman, on Monday, March 13, 2023 Editor's Note: Patrick Ryan is a Senior Vice President at Edelman. This post is based on his Edelman piece. A chaotic energy filled the halls of an S&P 500 company. The head of HR was managing a flood of employees in her office with questions about how their benefits could be impacted if the company is sold.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 13, 2023
Investments in climate technology are still increasing, defying the headwinds that affected most capital markets. We identify eight factors for deploying capital in this resilient space.
Truelytics
MARCH 16, 2023
In this episode of the Modern Financial Advisor Podcast, Aaron Klein , CEO and Co-Founder of Riskalyze shares how financial advisors can grow their business. in terms of winning new clients, increasing share of wallet, and reducing client attrition by getting better at helping clients understand risk. As Aaron explains, it all comes down to providing clients with more comfort and confidence in their financial journey.
Financial Times M&A
MARCH 15, 2023
British lender could not analyse 30% of loan book but thought start-up clients were worth the gamble
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