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Show and Tell: An Analysis of Corporate Climate Messaging and Its Financial Impacts

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Zachery M. Halem (Lazard Freres & Co.) , on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 Editor's Note: Zachery M. Halem is the Director of the Climate Center at Lazard Freres & Co. This post is based on a recent paper by Mr. Halem, Joseph E. Aldy , Professor of the Practice of Public Policy at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University; Patrick Bolton , the Barbara and David Zalaznick Professor Emeritus of Business at Columbia Business School, Marcin T.

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Why a one-size-fits-all approach to development may fall short

Mckinsey and Company

New research on human development from the McKinsey Global Institute reveals a rich picture of Morocco’s development over the first two decades of the millennium, but pockets of concern remain.

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Alpha in Impact: Strengthening Outcomes

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Susan H. Mac Cormac (Morrison Foerster LLP), Michael P. Santos (Morrison Foerster LLP), and Divya Walia, (Impact Capital Managers), on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 Editor's Note: Susan H. Mac Cormac is a Partner and Michael P. Santos is an Associate at Morrison Foerster LLP, and Divya Walia is a Research Fellow at Impact Capital Managers. This post is based on a Morrison Foerster and Impact Capital Managers memorandum by Ms.

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Microregional data uncover a richer picture of development in Nigeria

Mckinsey and Company

New research from the McKinsey Global Institute provides a more nuanced, long-term view of Nigeria’s development progress from 2000 to 2019 that may help the country shape its future direction.

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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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Creating Successful Company Offsites — Location Is Everything

Lighter Capital

In March 2020, Lighter Capital's entire team transitioned from a decade of working in a traditional office in Seattle to embracing the remote-only model. Today, the team is spread across four continents and nine countries and our clients span across the U.S. and Australia. In this ever-evolving landscape of remote and hybrid work, Lighter Capital has actively sought innovative ways to foster team building, inspire creativity, and solidify its goals and strategies.

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Resilient portfolio growth for energy companies in volatile times

Mckinsey and Company

Energy companies have faced considerable uncertainty. Those that can identify opportunities and act quickly can profitably grow their business in the years to come and increase their lead over peers.

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The McKinsey Crossword: Heads Up | No. 133

Mckinsey and Company

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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Alibaba’s Daniel Zhang Will Leave Top Post, Replaced by Joseph Tsai

NYT M&A

The Chinese tech giant says its top leader, Daniel Zhang, will make way for two long-serving executives: Joseph Tsai takes over as chairman and Eddie Yongming Wu becomes chief executive.

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ESG and Vendor Risk Management: What You Need to Know

N Contracts

As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues continue to gain prominence, some financial institutions are looking for ways to integrate ESG considerations into their vendor risk management processes. These financial institutions want to ensure third-party partners have internal guidelines, ethics, and controls that align with the institution’s ESG policies.

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Modernizing the mindset: An interview with Biswa Misra

Mckinsey and Company

To transform a century-old company, Biswa Misra helped AIA Group weave technology into its business strategy and tap into the consumer mentality.

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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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2023 Q3 Tax Calendar: Key Deadlines for Businesses and Other Employers

Machen McChesney

Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines affecting businesses and other employers during the third quarter of 2023. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all applicable deadlines and to learn more about the filing requirements.

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Net zero or growth? How Belgium can have both

Mckinsey and Company

As Belgium works toward net-zero emissions, it has opportunities to accelerate its progress while also pursuing green growth.

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The murky world of global food trading is too important to ignore

Financial Times M&A

Dominance by a handful of companies over the flows of grain and other commodities deserves much more scrutiny

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Proceeds of $3.1 Billion Chelsea Sale Have Not Reached Ukraine War Victims

NYT M&A

A $3.1 billion fund was established when Roman Abramovich was forced to sell the club, but the fund’s head says a “bureaucratic quagmire” has kept the money frozen.

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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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Anything but average: A subnational perspective on Kenya’s development

Mckinsey and Company

New research from the McKinsey Global Institute shows that both income and life expectancy in Kenya grew over the first two decades of the millennium, but growth was not uniform across the country.

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Telecom Italia: Italian saga series finale at risk from cornered Vivendi

Financial Times M&A

Majority shareholder Vivendi has been gnashing its teeth in the wings and may try to stop the impending nuptials with KKR

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Rewired to outcompete

Mckinsey and Company

Six signature moves led by the C-suite can build organizations that will outperform in the age of digital and AI.

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DC Circ. Told Chicago Agency Rail Merger Challenge Too Soon

Law 360 M&A

The Surface Transportation Board asked the D.C. Circuit on Tuesday to toss a challenge from Chicago's commuter rail service Metra contesting the regulator's approval of Canadian Pacific's $31 billion merger with Kansas City Southern, arguing the municipal service needs to wait for an in-agency reconsideration.

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Anything but average: A subnational perspective on SA’s development

Mckinsey and Company

New research on human development looks beneath national averages to uncover an on-the-ground picture in South Africa that could help bring fresh clarity to business leaders and policy makers.

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Feds Say Ex-Goldman Exec Lied At Insider Trading Trial

Law 360 M&A

A Manhattan federal prosecutor on Tuesday told jurors that the government's insider trading case against former Goldman Sachs investment banker Brijesh Goel is rock solid and that he lied on the witness stand, while the defense argued that his former best friend and sole cooperating witness was the real fraudster.

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JPMorgan to cash in insurance policy after botched $175mn Frank deal

Financial Times M&A

News, analysis and comment from the Financial Times, the worldʼs leading global business publication

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Neptune Taking Coupons.com Parent Private In $430M Deal

Law 360 M&A

Paul Weiss- and Ropes & Gray-led digital marketer Neptune Retail Solutions said Tuesday it will pay roughly $430 million for Paul Hastings LLP-guided Quotient Technology Inc., in a deal to take the Coupons.com parent company private.

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Lazard/ADQ: public stockholders once a solution, now are the roadblock

Financial Times M&A

Venerable investment bank left with few options following ending of talks with Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund

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5 Management Tips To Keep Law Firm Merger Talks Moving

Law 360 M&A

Many law firm mergers that make solid business sense still fall apart due to the costs and frustrations of inefficient negotiations, but firm managers can increase the chance of success by effectively planning and executing merger discussions, say Lisa Smith and Kristin Stark at Fairfax Associates.

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What you should expect from your accountant

JPAbusiness

Whether you’re just starting up a business for the first time, buying a new business, or running an existing one, a common challenge is how to get the best value from your accountant. Business owners can pay anywhere from a few hundred dollars a month to thousands of dollars a year for accounting and related services, but it’s not always clear what they should receive from that investment.

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Canada’s Alpha Auto to buy UK dealership Lookers for £465mn

Financial Times M&A

News, analysis and comment from the Financial Times, the worldʼs leading global business publication

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Comment on AMC Fee Impact on Appraisal Fee by Jason

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Retired Appraiser. RA, there is a little chatter on appraisersforum.com but no real details. Google “ARCC appraiser” Based on the limited info I have, from a couple of brief emails, things went very well. I spoke with Pat just prior to the “meeting” but have not spoken via phone with him since. I actually just sent him an email today and I am awaiting a response.

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Should Lazard go private?

Financial Times M&A

Plus, Alibaba names its newest leader and EU antitrust cops set their sights on Adobe’s $20bn takeover of Figma

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Valuing a Car Wash

Peak Business Valuation

In recent years, the car wash industry has flourished due to technological advancements and low gas prices. Although COVID had a damaging effect on the industry’s progress, we can expect steady growth in the years to come. According to IBIS World , the U.S. has a rising number of vehicles. In addition, determinants like disposable income and consumer spending are expected to increase.

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The Basis for Control Premiums

Chris Mercer

Control/Lack Thereof or Expected Cash Flow, Growth, and Risk? My co-author, Travis W. Harms, CFA, CPA/ABV, and I have been doggedly insisting that business valuation questions, issues, premiums, discounts, and more be viewed through the combined lens of expected cash flow, its expected growth, and the risks associated with achieving the expected cash flows.

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Benchmark International Facilitated the Transaction of American Engineers, Inc. to STV Group, Inc.

Benchmark Report

The seller, American Engineers, Inc (AEI), is an engineering firm comprised of several offices. Their focus is primarily on transportation, industrial, utility, and municipality space. With decades of experience across multiple markets and geographies, they have risen to the top of their respective field. Their motto “Designing Your Future”, paired with investments in innovative technology and the most proficient people, allow them to continually deliver excellence.

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Abu Dhabi Government Makes Strategic Equity Investment In NIO - What's On The Cards?

Benzinga

NIO Inc. (NYXE: NIO) has entered into a share subscription agreement with CYVN Holdings LLC, according to which the Investor will invest an aggregate of $738.5 million in cash to subscribe 84.7 million newly issued Class A ordinary shares at a per share purchase price of $8.72. CYVN is an investment vehicle. Full story available on Benzinga.

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Obtaining a Printing Equipment Appraisal

Peak Business Valuation

Obtaining a printing equipment appraisal is crucial when considering the purchase , sale , or financing of a business involving printing machinery and equipment. Peak Business Valuation , a reliable provider of appraisal services, specializes in assessing the value of printing equipment. Our company offers a comprehensive and precise evaluation of your printing assets, ensuring that you have the necessary information to make informed decisions for your business.

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Lockheed Martin Reveals Concerns Over L3Harris-Aerojet Deal: Report

Benzinga

Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE: LMT ) reportedly raised concerns over L3Harris Technologies Inc's (NYSE: LHX ) acquisition of Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings Inc (NYSE: AJRD ). Lockheed's chief operating officer, Frank St John, told Reuters that Lockheed, Aerojet's biggest customer, wanted L3Harris to ensure access to rocket motors, fair pricing, and IP protections, adding.