NYT M&A

APRIL 18, 2024

The company and Apollo Global Management are discussing a joint effort, even as Paramount conducts exclusive merger negotiations with Skydance.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 144

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 15, 2024

Posted by Emma Bichet, Michael Mencher, Beth Sasfai, Cooley LLP, on Monday, April 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Emma Bichet and Michael Mencher are Special Counsels and Beth Sasfai is a Partner at Cooley LLP. This post is based on a Cooley memorandum by Ms. Bichet, Mr. Mencher, Ms. Sasfai, Jack Eastwood , and Charlotte Yin. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted its long-awaited climate disclosure rules on March 6, 2024.

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Compliance 276

Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 15, 2024

Consumers are increasingly discerning about where, how, and from whom they receive healthcare. Healthcare can learn from other industries how to provide an optimal end-to-end consumer experience.

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Benzinga

APRIL 19, 2024

Saudi Arabia's Manara Minerals is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire a minority stake in Pakistan’s Reko Diq gold and copper mine project. The project, located in the commodity-rich province of Balochistan , is on track to start production by 2028. According to Bloomberg and the state-run Radio Pakistan, the official announcement could come within a few weeks.

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Start-ups 134

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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Benchmark Report

APRIL 16, 2024

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the successful sale of BitCo Telecoms, a leading provider of business wireless and voice over IP solutions, to Link Africa, one of the leading cost-effective independent fibre network operators in South Africa

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 16, 2024

Posted by Edna Twumwaa Frimpong and Dottie Schindlinger, Diligent Institute, and Derek Vadala, Bitsight, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 Editor's Note: Edna Twumwaa Frimpong is Director of International Research and Dottie Schindlinger is Executive Director at Diligent Institute; and Derek Vadala is Chief Risk Officer at Bitsight. This post is based on a recent report by Ms.

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Benzinga

APRIL 17, 2024

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC ) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Germany-based TruHC Pharma GmbH. The company’s latest move to further cement its global footprint comes on the heels of a new German cannabis law that went into effect on April 1, which partially legalizes cannabis by allowing adults over 18 to possess up to 25 grams of dried cannabis and grow three marijuana plants at home.

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Marketability 105

N Contracts

APRIL 16, 2024

Vendors make promises. They say they’ll comply with applicable laws and regulations and that their security controls are impenetrable. They swear they’ll never violate the terms of their contract. But is that really what’s going to happen?

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 14, 2024

Posted by Matt DiGuiseppe, Maria Castañón Moats, and Paul DeNicola, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Sunday, April 14, 2024 Editor's Note: Matt DiGuiseppe is Managing Director, Maria Castañón Moats is Leader, and Paul DeNicola is Principal at the Governance Insights Center, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. As we gear up for the 2024 proxy season, it’s important to temper our expectations for any major surprises.

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Marketability 203

Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 16, 2024

What it takes to get transformation right, setting a company up to operate better today and handle disruption and change tomorrow with energized, creative employees.

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Corporate Finance Finance 138

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

Trout CPA

APRIL 19, 2024

At Trout CPA, we take immense pride in the dedication and expertise of our team members. Earlier this year, we proudly announced that Senior Associate Aaron Fleitman had earned his AM (Accredited Member) designation from the esteemed American Society of Appraisers. Building upon this achievement, we are delighted to announce further his attainment of the Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) designation from the American Society of Appraisers.

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Business Valuation Appraisal 106

Law 360 M&A

APRIL 18, 2024

Crowell & Moring LLP has added two longtime partners and practice group leaders from Chicago-based firm Neal Gerber & Eisenberg LLP to help bolster its corporate, mergers and acquisitions and capital markets services and expand its services in the Windy City.

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Marketability 98

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 18, 2024

Posted by Joyce Chen and Courtney Yu, Equilar, Inc., on Thursday, April 18, 2024 Editor's Note: Joyce Chen is Associate Editor and Courtney Yu is Director of Research at Equilar, Inc. This post was prepared for the Forum by Ms. Chen and Mr. Yu. The 2024 proxy season is in full swing, as public companies are in the process of submitting their proxy statements (DEF14A) to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ahead of annual shareholder meetings.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 18, 2024

The demand for nature and biodiversity investments is growing—Saker Nusseibeh talks about how to meet clients where they are and encourage them to move forward with a long-term view.

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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.

Marketability

Appraisers Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

While I respect your perspective, it’s disheartening to see the challenges faced by seasoned appraisers. The evolution of the industry does present hurdles, but it also offers opportunities for adaptation and growth. Embracing technological advancements and continuous learning might help in navigating these changes. Remember, every profession evolves; it’s about finding a balance between tradition and innovation.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 16, 2024

A House subcommittee exploring ways to boost cybersecurity in the healthcare industry on Wednesday blasted Change Healthcare for failing to take appropriate steps to block a damaging cyberattack that echoed another recent strike on critical infrastructure and the Federal Trade Commission for not stopping the provider from controlling such a large market share.

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Marketability 98

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 15, 2024

Posted by Alexander I. Platt (University of Kansas School of Law), on Monday, April 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Alexander I. Platt is an Associate Professor at the University of Kansas School of Law. This post is based on his recent paper , forthcoming in the Washington Law Review. Two developments have transformed the detection of corporate fraud since the global financial crisis: the SEC whistleblower bounty program (WBP) and the rise of activist short sellers.

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Finance 208

Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 15, 2024

When we become too comfortable in our jobs and relationships, we can miss huge opportunities to grow and change. Harvard University professor Cass Sunstein explores this dynamic—and suggests ways to keep the sparkle in our lives.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

In reply to Commercial Appraiser. Most Commercial Appraisers I know hardly ever use government approved appraisal forms. Their reports are Narrative Reports created and written reports. So where are the technological advancement and invocation in Commercial Appraisal work other than a digital measuring device verses a measuring tape that I still use today to meet ANSI Standards?

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 17, 2024

Manatt Phelps & Phillips LLP announced that it hired a pair of experienced New York-based attorneys who focus their practices on regulatory matters as partners in its bankruptcy and financial regulatory practices.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 16, 2024

Posted by Ali Saribas and Carmen Ng, SquareWell Partners, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 Editor's Note: Ali Saribas is a Partner, and Carmen Ng is a Director at SquareWell Partners. This post is based on their SquareWell memorandum. i. Introduction SquareWell published the inaugural edition of “ What do Shareholders Propose “, a comprehensive review of all shareholder proposals related to environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) topics in Europe and the United States for 2022 and 20

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 15, 2024

It’s hard to create outsize value when you have to manage the finance function’s daily and often urgent demands. But some CFOs rise to the challenge.

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Finance Corporate Finance 138

Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

4 years late to the party. Irreparable damage has been done to the profession and is forever changed by FNMA and large AMCs who have been bullying appraisers out of the profession.

Appraisal 97

Appraisal 97

Benzinga

APRIL 15, 2024

Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ: AVGO ) is under scrutiny by EU antitrust regulators following complaints regarding changes to VMware's licensing conditions , the recently acquired cloud computing firm. EU businesses and a trade group have voiced their concerns, prompting the European Commission to request information from Broadcom for investigation. Allegations include sudden policy changes resulting in significant price hikes, re-bundling of licenses, restrictions on license reselling, and refusal t

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 16, 2024

Posted by Jun Qian (Fudan University), on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 Editor's Note: Jun Qian (QJ) is Professor of Finance and Executive Dean at the Fanhai International School of Finance (FISF), Fudan University. This post is based on a forthcoming article in the Journal of Finance by Franklin Allen , Professor Qian, Chenyu Shan , and Julie Lei Zhu. The Chinese stock market started in 1990 with the establishment of two domestic stock exchanges (the “A share” market): the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SS

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Marketability Finance Market Capitalization Banking 159

Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 19, 2024

What does it take to constructively engage and transform conflict? Harvard’s William Ury, expert negotiator and coauthor of the best-selling classic Getting to Yes, offers a way out of the seemingly impossible problems of our time.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 17, 2024

Whether it's seeing clients and their issues from a new perspective, or staying nimble in a moment of intense challenge, the lessons learned from whitewater kayaking transcend the rapids of a river and prepare attorneys for the courtroom and beyond, says Matthew Kent at Alston & Bird.

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NYT M&A

APRIL 17, 2024

A new measure attempts to force the Senate’s hand on passing legislation to ban TikTok or mandate the app’s sale.

Mergers & Acquisitions 126

Mergers & Acquisitions Technology 126

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 17, 2024

Posted by Danielle Gurrieri and Chuck Callan, Broadridge, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 Editor's Note: Danielle Gurrieri is Vice President Head of Product Management-Bank, Broker Dealer and Chuck Callan is SVP of Regulatory Affairs at Broadridge. This post is based on their Broadridge memorandum. This proxy season, some of the world’s biggest fund managers are launching or expanding pass-through voting programs to give their fund investors a say on how shares of portfolio companies are voted.

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Banking 143

Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 16, 2024

Innovative business models in US healthcare are creating substantial value, but much opportunity remains, even among the fastest-growing organizations.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 15, 2024

Last week, Delaware justices mulled whether one Chancery Court vice chancellor properly voided four company bylaws — just as another vice chancellor voided one more. Fights among Truth Social investors continued, and shareholders launched new cases involving Macy's, United Airlines, and Clayton Dubilier & Rice LLC and Stone Point Capital LLC.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 19, 2024

The scandal isn’t that a few appraisers might be racially biased. The scandal is that appraisal is so squeezy that two appraisers can produce value opinions that differ by hundreds of thousands of dollars! 30+ years ago, the AIREA and SREA merged; FIRREA was passed; the structure of appraisal licensing and regulation by the states was implemented, all overseen by the Appraisal Foundation.

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Appraisal Banking 97

Benzinga

APRIL 17, 2024

Nature’s Miracle Holding Inc. (NASDAQ: NMHI ) has entered into a term sheet to acquire 100% of all the outstanding shares of Agrify Corporation (NASDAQ: AGFY ). What Happened The California-based agriculture tech company that provides equipment and services to the industry said on Wednesday that it would issue shares of its common stock to acquire Agrify.

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Equity 96

Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 16, 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.

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