Appraisers Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2024
In reply to LM. As a realtor, I understand the process in inspections and reporting. With well and septic, it is the sellers obligation to pump the tank and do a well inspection. So yes, you can access the holding tank and have it pumped. Most jurisdictions have laws requiring them to be pumped minimally every 5 years.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Posted by Yuki Sakasai (IESE Business School), Gaizka Ormazabal (IESE Business School), and Jordi Canals (IESE Business School), on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 Editor's Note: Yuki Sakasai is a Senior Research Associate, Gaizka Ormazabal is a Professor of Accounting and Control, and Jordi Canals is a Professor of Strategic Management and the Fundación IESE Chair in Corporate Governance, all at IESE Business School.
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IVSC
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Prudential Valuation for Real Estate EU implementation deadline approaches UK PRA published second near-final policy statement Further to the publication of our statement on “ Prudential Property Value: Our Efforts to Ensure Transparency and Consistency ” in July 2023, following continued discussions and outreach with key stakeholders, IVSC members and stakeholders are advised that from the 1 st January 2025 the requirement to provide a Property Value for secured lending within the EU will be
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Creating effective teams depends on multiple factors, including high levels of trust and communication, and understanding team context. A new approach helps elevate performance and create value.
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.
NYT M&A
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Despite an openness to cross-border mergers, Germany has pushed back against talk of the Italian lender UniCredit’s acquiring Commerzbank.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Posted by Joe Pennell, Scott F. Young, and Jon McPherson, Mayer Brown LLP, on Thursday, October 31, 2024 Editor's Note: Joe Pennell and Scott F. Young are Partners and Jon McPherson is an Associate at Mayer Brown LLP. This post is on their Mayer Brown memorandum. Well-established companies thrive by accumulating capabilities, including by partnering with start-up companies.
Business Valuation Zone brings together the best content for business valuation professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Daniel Kahneman, the psychologist whose findings helped launch behavioral economics, passed away this March. The encouraging words he shared with me offer good news for organizations.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Boeing faces labor strikes, production issues, and regulatory scrutiny. To offset financial ruin, the company is selling $15 billion of common stock and mandatory convertible bonds. The sale is part of an ongoing initiative to stabilize finances and protect Boeing’s investment-grade credit rating while minimizing shareholder dilution. The financing structure lets the company count bonds as equity, hopefully eschewing concerns about its debt load, a critical factor in maintaining its credit ratin
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Posted by Julie Daum and Laurel McCarthy, Spencer Stuart, on Saturday, October 26, 2024 Editor's Note: Julie Daum and Laurel McCarthy are Consultants at Spencer Stuart. This post is based on a Spencer Stuart memorandum by Ms. Daum, Ms. McCarthy, and Ann Yerger. In an ever-evolving business environment, boards need new perspectives and new capabilities to provide sufficient oversight, identify risks and opportunities and effectively support the CEO and leadership team.
IVSC
OCTOBER 30, 2024
IVSC Academic Forum: Connecting Academics in Valuation The IVSC Academic Forum is a new initiative designed to bring together academics globally to shape the future of valuation standards. This forum is open to specialists in valuation and those in complementary fields such as finance, accountancy, and economics. Chaired by Mauro Bini (Bocconi University) and Frank Harrington (Technological University Dublin), the forum provides academics a voice in the evolution of International Valuation Stand
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 29, 2024
Soaring demand for AI-ready data centers offers many opportunities for companies and investors across the value chain. How quickly they grasp them could determine the pace at which AI is deployed.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Recent climate catastrophes have raised the bar for securing funding to address global warming. At COP29, climate finance will be a focus. At last year’s COP28 conference in Dubai, the participating governments—197 countries plus the European Union—committed to a tripling of renewables targets and a doubling of energy efficiency. When they check on their progress at COP29, officially known as the Conference of Parties, which opens on November 11 in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, their agenda w
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 27, 2024
Posted by John Borneman, Matt Mazzoni, and Mira Yoo, Semler Brossy Consulting Group LLC, on Sunday, October 27, 2024 Editor's Note: John Borneman is a Managing Director, Mat Mazzoni is a Consultant, and Mira Yoo is a Senior Associate at Semler Brossy Consulting Group LLC. This post is based on a Semler Brossy memorandum by Mr. Borneman, Mr. Mazzoni, Ms.
Brian DeChesare
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Corporate finance jobs at normal companies are bad … …if you’re using them to break into a deal-based field, such as investment banking , private equity , or venture capital , or as a “Plan B” if you interview around but do not get into one of these. The main problem is that many people enter corporate finance jobs without truly understanding them. Corporate finance is fine if you’re in it to advance up the ladder over many years/decades while having a reasonable work/life balance.
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 27, 2024
Marketing leaders must propel growth while navigating increased complexity and scope. A new global survey in consumer marketing reveals the need for a more connected and agile way of working.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 31, 2024
The GCC’s Shariah-compliant institutions are growing their assets and expanding their reach, thanks to new strategic partnerships and greater tech investment. Islamic banks based in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries continue to expand their reach, taking on Shariah-compliant transactions in new industries and establishing new strategic partnerships.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Posted by Ben Kingsley, Jen Hitchcock, and Ran Ben-Tzur, Fenwick & West LLP, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 Editor's Note: Ben Kingsley , Jen Hitchcock , and Ran Ben-Tzu are Partners at Fenwick & West LLP. This post is based on a Fenwick memorandum by Mr. Kingsley, Ms. Hitchcock, Mr. Ben-Tzur, Mike Dicke , Chris Steskal , and Dave Feder. What You Need To Know In September 2024, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) announced its updated Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs
NYT M&A
OCTOBER 29, 2024
When the government effectively forced TikTok to shut down its Shop feature, the company quickly struck an unusual deal with a local company to bring it back.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Our October obituaries also include a staunch advocate for older adults, a surgical innovator, and an award-winning photographer who enabled many to see underserved communities through a new lens.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Oil-dependent Baku seemed like an odd choice to host COP29. But the economy is betting heavily on developing a renewables sector. Ilham Aliyev, the 62-year-old president of Azerbaijan, should be feeling pretty content. Being chosen to head the COP29 Summit in Baku, attended by over 190 countries, is a big honor. It is also controversial; Azerbaijan is the second petrostate in a row to host COP following Dubai in the United Arab Emirates last year, and the summit president will be Aliyev’s natura
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Posted by Dana Etra (FW Cook), Paul Hodgson (ESGAUGE), and Matteo Tonello (The Conference Board, Inc.), on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 Editor's Note: Dana Etra is Managing Director and Head of the Boston office at FW Cook, Paul Hodgson is Senior Advisor at ESGAUGE, and Matteo Tonello is Head of Benchmarking and Analytics at The Conference Board, Inc.
Benzinga
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
United States Steel Corporation (NYSE: X ) announced Thursday its third-quarter earnings , reporting a profit of 56 cents per share, exceeding analyst forecasts of 47 cents. The company also generated revenue of $3.85 billion, surpassing expectations of $3.77 billion. The company achieved an adjusted EBITDA of $319 million, demonstrating resilience despite lower selling prices.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 28, 2024
As more companies consider private credit as a financing option, the opportunities for investors are expanding. This episode of Deal Volume describes this asset class and its potential.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan are intensifying efforts to attract foreign workers amid labor shortages and aging populations. Each country has adopted distinct strategies to address these challenges, with varying degrees of success. Japan has had restrictive policies on low-skilled foreign labor. However, recent changes signal a shift toward greater openness.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Posted by David F. Larcker (Stanford University), Lucia Song (Equilar, Inc), and Courtney Yu (Equilar, Inc), on Monday, October 28, 2024 Editor's Note: David F. Larcker is the James Irvin Miller Professor of Accounting at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Lucia Song is a Research Analyst and Courtney Yu is Director of Research at Equilar Inc.
Benzinga
OCTOBER 26, 2024
New On The Block Ari Emanuel ‘s sports and entertainment conglomerate, Endeavor Group Holdings Inc (NYSE: EDR ), is reviewing a potential sale of IMG tennis assets — including the Miami Open and Madrid Open tennis tournaments. Most of IMG’s other assets were included in a transaction announced on Thursday with TKO Group Holdings Inc (NYSE: TKO ), the parent company of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Many small enterprises stood in the path of two recent US hurricanes. How many firms and workers were put at risk, and which sectors could feel the greatest impact?
Law 360 M&A
OCTOBER 31, 2024
The owner of Playboy, PLBY Group Inc., on Thursday announced that it had secured a "significant" equity investment from privately held online entertainment company Byborg Enterprises SA.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Driven by rising demand, corporates are seeking specialized financial expertise without committing to full-time hires. Growing numbers of experienced chief financial officers are abandoning the corporate grind to take freelance roles for multiple clients—whether in parallel or on a serial basis. “The demand for [freelance] professional CFOs has approximately doubled” in recent years, says Eusebi Llensa, co-founder and CEO of Outvise, a Barcelona-based marketplace for high-end independent contrac
NYT M&A
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Prominent venture capitalists’ bashing of the F.T.C.’s chair is evidence of a troubled tech market.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Retrieval-augmented generation, or RAG, is a process applied to large language models to make their outputs more relevant for the end user.
Redpath
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
For decades, the construction industry lacked technological advancements for work planning and execution. That’s no longer the case. New digital tools offer a competitive advantage to those companies willing to invest and embrace change.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The QIA (Qatar Investment Authority) is the wealth manager of the State of Qatar. It was established in 2005 with an overarching objective to create long-term value, as well as two other objectives in support of Qatar’s wealth: providing liquidity when needed to stabilize the local economy and supporting local economic development. The QIA is the world’s eighth largest sovereign fund, with $526 billion worth of total assets, according to the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute.
Law 360 M&A
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Three Vinson & Elkins LLP partners have been tapped to open the firm's newest office in Denver, the firm announced Thursday, amid an effort to expand its client base and talent roster in the Mountain West region.
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