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Proxy Voting: Managers Focus on Environmental and Social Themes

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Lindsey Stewart, Morningstar, Inc., on Thursday, August 18, 2022 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 Policy

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Author Talks: Design your future

Mckinsey and Company

Danish design experts Christian Bason and Jens Martin Skibsted say humanity needs a more expansive outlook on problem-solving—one that is less human-centered and more future-proof.

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Jim Ratcliffe declares interest in buying Manchester United

Financial Times M&A

UK billionaire emerges as potential buyer of struggling football giant if Glazer family want to sell

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The Silver Tsunami is Here

Viking Mergers

More than 75 million Baby Boomers are poised to retire (part of what has been dubbed the “Silver Tsunami”). Early studies indicated mass exodus of Boomers from the workforce would happen steadily over the next 20 years. Back in 2020, however, I shared my opinion that the COVID-19 pandemic was a wake-up call for many Boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964) who realized being at home wasn’t too bad and that life is too short to work until the very end.

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How to Leverage Intent Data for Better Outcomes

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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The Corporate Law Reckoning for SPACs

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Minor Myers (University of Connecticut), on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Editor's Note: Minor Myers is Professor of Law at the University of Connecticut School of Law. This post is based on his recent paper , and is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes SPAC Law and Myths (discussed on the Forum here ) by John C.

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Lessons in leadership: Using data to drive public-health decisions

Mckinsey and Company

Mehnaz Mustafa spearheaded the creation of an innovative public-health data and analytics hub to inform New Jersey’s COVID-19 response, advance health equity, and tackle public-health challenges.

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Do You Have a Digital Payments Strategy?

N Contracts

What does the future of payments look like at your institution? It’s a question every financial institution should be asking.

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What to Know About the SEC’s ESG Investing Rule Proposals

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Nina Wilson, Edelman, on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Editor's Note: Nina Wilson is Vice President of Edelman ESG Advisory. This post is based on her Edelman memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A. Bebchuk and Roberto Tallarita; Does Enlightened Shareholder Value Add Value?

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Using analytics to address inflation risks and strengthen competitive positioning

Mckinsey and Company

In the new inflationary environment, company leaders can protect their business and gain competitive advantage by deploying analytics-aided strategies.

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SMEs put hiring plans on hold, study finds

Accountancy Today

SMEs are reportedly planning to put a stop on hiring plans because of the current level of economic uncertainty, according to the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and The Corporate Finance Network’s (CFN) monthly SME Recover Tracker. The tracker found just 12% of SMEs anticipate having more people on the payroll, a sharp decline compared with earlier this year in March (37%) and serves as a “strong signal” on investment.

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Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statement

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

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Chamath Palihapitiya's SPAC Track Record Means Double-Digit Losses For You. Here Are The Details On All His Deals

Benzinga

Chamath Palihapitiya was one of the biggest names in the SPAC market in 2021 and when times were good for new companies going public, Palihapitiya had some of the best-performing deals of that year. The year 2022 has not been as kind to Palihapitiya with re-valuations on many of the companies that went public by investors seeing shares below the former $10 price point of the SPACs.

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Should Your Company Go Private?

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Mandy Wright, Directorship, on Sunday, August 14, 2022 Editor's Note: Mandy Wright is senior editor of Directorship magazine. This post is based on an NACD BoardTalk publication. Twenty-six public companies have gone private this year as of mid-May, totaling more than $121 billion in value. Compare that to 47 companies that did the same in all of 2021, the highest number of such deals in more than a decade, according to Dealogic.

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AI and the super app: An interview with Careem’s Selim Turki

Mckinsey and Company

Careem’s head of data and AI talks about how the Middle Eastern ride-hailing pioneer is using AI technology to simplify people’s lives.

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Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway wins approval to buy half of Occidental

Financial Times M&A

Shares in US oil and gas producer jump after energy regulator authorises increased stake

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Mastering Intent Data: Understanding its Importance & Best Practices

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.

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Early-Stage Founder? This is what you Should Know About Company Valuation

Startup Valuation Blog

Early-Stage Founder? This is what you Should Know About Company Valuation. . Most entrepreneurs who establish startups want to one day make an exit and sell the company when its value is hundreds of millions of dollars, if not billions. But what do they know about company value? Here are the essential things every entrepreneur must know about company valuation.

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Gender Pay Gap Across Cultures

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Kristina Minnick (Bentley University), on Thursday, August 18, 2022 Editor's Note: Kristina Minnick is Stanton Professor of Finance at Bentley University. This post is based on a recent paper by Professor. Minnick; Natasha Burns , Professor of Finance at the University of Texas at San Antonio; Jeffry Netter , Josiah Meigs Professor of Finance at the University of Georgia Terry College of Business; and Laura T.

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Pricing during inflation: Active management can preserve sustainable value

Mckinsey and Company

Industrial players are paying more attention to their pricing strategies to cope with inflation and ensure sustainable impact.

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Twitter Asks Elon Musk: Who Did You Chat With About Buyout? The List May Be Longer Than We Thought

Benzinga

As Elon Musk and Twitter Inc. (NYSE: TWTR ) prepare for a legal showdown on Oct. 17 , the Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA ) CEO has raised objections to the social media platform’s requests for information. What Happened : Twitter is asking Musk to share documents from anyone “who might have had a passing conversation” with him regarding the deal, the billionaire said in a letter to Delaware Chancery Court Judge Kathaleen McCormick , Bloomberg reported.

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Cineworld prepares for US bankruptcy filing

Financial Times M&A

World’s second-biggest cinema chain has warned it is in discussions to restructure the business

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Identifying Corporate Governance Effects: The Case of Universal Demand Laws

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Steven Davidoff Solomon (University of California at Berkeley), Panos N. Patatoukas (University of California at Berkeley), and Byung Hyun Ahn (Dimensional Fund Advisors), , on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 Editor's Note: Steven Davidoff Solomon is Professor of Law at the University of California at Berkeley School of Law; Byung Hyun Ahn is a Researcher at Dimensional Fund Advisors; and Panos N.

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Optimizing front- and back-office services in advanced electronics

Mckinsey and Company

By using digital and analytics to simplify end-to-end processes, organizations can improve margins and customer experience.

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Amid 2022's Dealmaking Slump, Financiers Are Fearing For Their Careers

Benzinga

Young bankers are fearing for their jobs as lighter workloads become the new normal. That’s according to a new report by Bloomberg. Banking analysts appear to have a lot of extra time on their hands, something which seemed unthinkable last year — and the years prior — for a profession characterized by its long hours and intense workload.

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Just Eat Takeaway sells stake in Brazil’s iFood for up to €1.8bn

Financial Times M&A

Dutch investment group Prosus acquires remaining third of Latin American delivery business it does not own

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BlackRock Supports Consistent Climate-Related Disclosures; Urges Global Coordination

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Sandra Boss and Michelle Edkins, BlackRock, Inc., on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Editor's Note: Sandra Boss is Global Head of Investment Stewardship and Michelle Edkins is Managing Director of Investment Stewardship at BlackRock, Inc. This post is based on a BlackRock memorandum. BlackRock’s role is to offer our clients a range of choices and help them make informed decisions to achieve their long-term financial objectives such as retirement.

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A reflection on global food security challenges amid the war in Ukraine and the early impact of climate change

Mckinsey and Company

Geopolitical and climatic events are impacting the food system’s resilience. Here’s what happened this year, what may come next year, potential consequences, and considerations that may mitigate the impact.

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A Trial Put Publishing’s Inner Workings on Display. What Did We Learn?

NYT M&A

The book world can be opaque to outsiders. A case offered an unusual glimpse into it, revealing curiosities about the business and details about book deals.

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Geely: worst of times is the best of times to build a global auto network

Financial Times M&A

Profits may be down but buying spree should pay off for most international of China’s carmakers

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Better Succession Planning Starts with Knowing Your CEO

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Richard Holt, Alvarez & Marsal, and Amerino Gatti, Helix Energy, on Friday, August 19, 2022 Editor's Note: Richard Holt is Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal, and Amerino Gatti is Energy Executive at Helix Energy. This post is based on an NACD BoardTalk publication. The average age of CEOs is nearly 60 years of age within the S&P 500.

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The growth triathlon: Three pathways to extraordinary growth in the consumer sector

Mckinsey and Company

For consumer companies to grow fast and profitably, they must expand their cores, tap into adjacencies, and ignite breakout businesses—all at the same time.

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Elon Musk Is Not Buying Manchester United But The Team Could Still Be For Sale

Benzinga

The world’s richest person created a stir in the sports world when he tweeted that he would be buying one of the most valuable and recognizable soccer teams in the world. What Happened: Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA ) CEO Elon Musk suggested on Twitter Inc. (NYSE: TWTR ) Tuesday night that he could be buying English Premier League team Manchester United (NYSE: MANU ).

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Just Eat Takeaway: iFood sale will whet appetite for Grubhub disposal

Financial Times M&A

This appetiser will keep investors satisfied for now, but they will soon get hungry for the main course

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Statement by Chair Gensler on PCAOB Amendments to Strengthen Auditing Standards for Audits Involving Multiple Firms

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Gary Gensler, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Saturday, August 13, 2022 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.

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Employee mental health and burnout in Asia: A time to act

Mckinsey and Company

By identifying factors affecting workplace mental health, leaders in Asia can take action to create happier, more inclusive, and increasingly productive organizations.

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How will digitalisation power the energy transition?

Avanade

Transforming the energy sector is one of the biggest and most important challenges we face today. By embracing digital technologies these companies stand to reap colossal rewards.