Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 5, 2023

Posted by Maria Castañón Moats, Paul DeNicola, and Matt DiGuiseppe, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Monday, June 5, 2023 Editor's Note: Maria Castañón Moats is Leader, Paul DeNicola is Principal, and Matt DiGuiseppe is Managing Director at the Governance Insights Center at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. When done right, director-shareholder engagement can pay dividends for both the investor and the company.

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IVSC

JUNE 5, 2023

Alistair Darling Chair of the IVSC Board of Trustees Alistair Darling was appointed Chair of the IVSC Board of Trustees during the Singapore AGM in October 2019. Alistair was previously UK Chancellor of the Exchequer from 2007 to 2010. Prior to this, he held a number of Cabinet positions, being one of only three people to have served in Cabinet continuously since Labour was elected to government in the UK in 1997.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 5, 2023

Posted by Michael Shen (National University of Singapore) and Samuel T. Tan (Singapore Management University), on Monday, June 5, 2023 Editor's Note: Michael Shen is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at NUS Business School, National University of Singapore, and Samuel T. Tan is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at the School of Accountancy, Singapore Management University.

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Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 5, 2023

A chatbot may not take your job—but it will almost certainly change it. Here’s how to start thinking about putting gen AI to work for you.

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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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Benzinga

JUNE 5, 2023

Illumina Inc's (NASDAQ: ILMN ) Grail Inc acquisition is reportedly in more hot water when Grail mistakenly sent form letters to 400 patients, suggesting they may have developed cancer. Galleri, the company's primary blood test for cancer diagnosis, is designed to detect more than 50 different malignancies even before symptoms appear. Related: FTC Orders Illumina To Divest Grail, Mounts Pressure On Company Amid.

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Rhythm Systems

JUNE 5, 2023

A Grammarly Harris Poll released in 2022 suggested that US businesses lose $1.2 trillion annually due to poor communications. Yes, you read that right, $1.2 trillion per year. This same study points to nearly three out of four business leaders admitting their teams struggled to communicate effectively over the last year. Almost 82% of leaders and 59% of employees cite remote and hybrid models, the new normal, as concerns for the future.

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Avanade

JUNE 5, 2023

Read what we’ve learned about Microsoft Fabric, the new data, analytics and AI platform, from using it to evolve Avanade’s own data strategy.

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Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 5, 2023

Marie Lam-Frendo of the Global Infrastructure Hub discusses key strategies to help infrastructure leaders gain investor support to meet net-zero goals.

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BV Specialists

JUNE 5, 2023

As valuation professionals, you probably get asked about your expertise in certain industries when bidding on new appraisal projects. This is a reasonable question to receive from potential clients looking to engage with the most qualified candidates, however, your response should be both an honest and thoughtful one, focusing on the realities of industry experience.

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Benzinga

JUNE 5, 2023

Papa John's International Inc (NASDAQ: PZZA ) has acquired the restaurants previously operated by the M25 division of Drake Food Service International (DFSI) in the U.K. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The transition of restaurants will establish a portfolio of company-owned restaurants in the market. Papa John's plans to make operating model.

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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

Butcher Joseph & Co.

JUNE 5, 2023

ButcherJoseph announces the promotions of Tristan Tahmaseb and Patrick O’Neil to Vice President. The post ButcherJoseph Promotes Two Professionals to Vice President appeared first on ButcherJoseph & Co.

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Appraisers Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

In reply to Dave Caddell. There is a comment above Concerning Certification #19 Saying to the effect the appraiser certifies the Joe the Inspector/PDR collector is Qualified ; Question is that certification #19 on the Fannie Mae Desktoppy/burb it up report. I would like to read that certification. Can someone direct me to that form? If this is true that is HUGE…How the Hell do I know if Harry the Aluminum Can Collector-Part Time Home Inspector is Qualified?

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Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 5, 2023

When activist investors knock at the door, companies can do themselves a favor and let them in.

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Law 360 M&A

JUNE 5, 2023

UnitedHealth Group's Optum unit on Monday said it had offered to buy home health provider Amedisys Inc. for more than $3.2 billion, a surprise bid that may throw a wild card into a merger deal Amedisys already made last month with Option Care health.

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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.

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Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 5, 2023

Warsaw partner Tomasz Marciniak discusses the unfavorable winds Poland needs to overcome to stay on course for continued growth, which include lagging productivity, a shrinking labor force, and the need to attract international investment.

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Global Finance

JUNE 5, 2023

Global Finance Magazine - Mundys' CFO Tiziano Ceccarani sat down with Global Finance to discuss the challenges of the pandemic and going private.

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Financial Times M&A

JUNE 5, 2023

Discussions between French and US aerospace and defence groups come as sector grapples with supply chain issues

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Law 360 M&A

JUNE 5, 2023

As the debate continues over judge-shopping and case assignments in federal court, policymakers should look to a hybrid model that preserves the benefits of localism for those cases that warrant it, while preventing the appearance of judge-shopping for cases of a more national or widespread character, says Joshua Sohn at the U.S. Department of Justice.

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Appraisers Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Think about this: Under “the rules”, an appraisal is biased if it concludes a value less than the contract price. That, of course, raises (at least) two questions: (1) why is the AVM always “right” and the appraiser, thus, always wrong? And (2) how will the self-appointed arbiters of bias conclude an appraiser is biased if the appraisal is for a refinance?

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LaPorte

JUNE 5, 2023

Faced with labor shortages and an unsteady economy, more organizations that used to perform internal audit functions in-house are turning to outsourcing. The post 6 questions you need to ask about internal audit outsourcing first appeared on LaPorte.

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Appraisers Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

I have one word for Baggins – obfuscate – look it up! A man’s knowledge is NOT measured by the number of words, but by a clear focus of where to start thinking.

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Financial Analyst Insider

JUNE 5, 2023

Trading crypto is a widespread option to make money on the Internet. To facilitate the conversion of cryptocurrencies, individuals can utilize a crypto coin calculator, The post The Main Reasons Why You Should Consider Converting Crypto to Real Money appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.

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Appraisers Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

In reply to David Samnick. In the earlier 1950’s my boss’s company had pre-verified sales info from contradicting sources. Both the FBI and the Justice department had independently verified all the recorded information from the neighborhood. How could our little eight man office NOT. We had to do a superior job, regardless of the competence of the government agencies, we had to dig because our reputation was at stake.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

JUNE 5, 2023

In a recent decision (Cecil v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo. 2023-24), the Tax Court tackled the thorny issue of how to value a minority interest in an operating business with valuable underlying assets. Although the decision does not directly address the appropriate “premise of value” in its decision, that is ultimately what the case was about.

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Benzinga

JUNE 5, 2023

PGT Innovations Inc (NYSE: PGTI ) has acquired the remaining outstanding 25% ownership interest in Eco Enterprises LLC (Eco). The financial terms were not disclosed. The company first acquired 75% ownership stake in Eco in 2021 to accelerate revenue growth, expand margins, and strengthen the supply. Full story available on Benzinga.

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Benchmark Report

JUNE 5, 2023

The value of the global packaging market forecasts to increase from $917 billion in 2019 to $1.05 trillion in 2024, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.8%. The market has seen consistent growth over the past ten years thanks to the expansion of new areas, changes in substrate choices, and shifting ownership dynamics. Also, many vendors in the packaging sector are working to grow their market share by building new production facilities for paper packaging.

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Benzinga

JUNE 5, 2023

Optum Care Solutions , a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group Inc (NYSE: UNH ), has submitted an all-cash proposal to the Board of Directors of Amedisys Inc (NASDAQ: AMED ). The $100 per share all-cash transaction represents a 26% premium over Amedisys' most recent closing share price and a premium of 29% to the unaffected Amedisys share price of $77.26.

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Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 5, 2023

Family businesses are often viewed as the backbone of our economy. They represent an essential aspect of our culture, heritage, and identity. However, running a family business can be challenging. Numerous issues must be addressed when running a family business; one of the most important is succession planning. In this blog post, we will highlight the significance of creating a business succession plan for family businesses and what steps family business owners can take to ensure a successful tr

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Benzinga

JUNE 5, 2023

Health Canada-licensed psychedelics producer Lucy Scientific Discovery (NASDAQ: LSDI ) announced it has sent a proposal to biotech business Pasithea Therapeutics Corp. (NASDAQ: KTTA ) to acquire each share of its common stock. Pasithea’s business development plan within treatments for mental health conditions includes ketamine-assisted therapy.

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Farrel Fritz

JUNE 5, 2023

Choice-of-law questions in shareholder derivative lawsuits venued in New York courts involving out-of-state or international entities can be confoundingly difficult, even for appeals court judges. Last Friday, Manhattan’s Appellate Division – First Department issued an important decision in which it was forced to reconcile two conflicting decisions of prior panels of the same Court with divergent rulings about whether New York’s “internal affairs doctrine” mandates application of New York law, o

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Benzinga

JUNE 5, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc 's (OTCPK: BBBYQ) baby gear unit, Buy Buy Baby, has attracted interest from at least two bidders amid expected business dissolution after the retailer declared bankruptcy. BBBYQ has planned to auction off its assets and keep some of its business alive. An anonymous bidder expressed interest in buying Buy Buy Baby as a going concern and wants to keep about 75%.

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Peak Business Valuation

JUNE 5, 2023

The counseling industry is experiencing continued growth. This is because there is increasing recognition and emphasis on the importance of mental health. As such, it is a prime time for those seeking to buy , grow , or sell a counseling center. Counseling centers need to maximize their value to compete in the growing industry. A business appraiser at Peak Business Valuation is happy to help you understand how to value a counseling center.

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Benzinga

JUNE 5, 2023

SPX Technologies Inc (NYSE: SPXC ) disclosed completing the acquisition of ASPEQ Heating Group for $418 million in cash. Post completion, ASPEQ became a part of SPX Technologies' HVAC Heating platform within its electrical heating business. Management expects ASPEQ to witness annual revenue of about $120 million, with higher-than-company-average sales growth and margins. 2023 Guidance Raised : The company increased the adjusted EPS outlook to $3.90-$4.05 (+28%.

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Appraisers Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

The public is in danger of this practice! Do not a DATA Collector into your home. An AMC has hired convicted felons to do these collections.

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