Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 14, 2025

Posted by Craig Marcus and Paul Tropp, Ropes & Gray LLP, on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Editor's Note: Craig Marcus and Paul Tropp are Partners at Ropes & Gray LLP. This post is based on a Ropes & Gray memorandum by Mr. Marcus, Mr. Tropp, Thomas Fraser , Christopher Capuzzi , Marc Rotter , and Kunle Deru. SEC Climate Disclosure Rule Developments In early March 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted rules to enhance and standardize climate-related disclosures by public

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 9, 2025

In reply to Midwest Appraiser. Lenders and their agents shall compensate fee appraisers at a rate that is customary and reasonable for appraisal services performed in the market area of the property being appraised. Evidence for such fees may be established by objective third-party information, such as government agency fee schedules, academic studies, and independent private sector surveys.

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Financial Times M&A

MAY 9, 2025

Buyout firm Apollo declined to submit offer for FTSE 100 groups household cleaning business

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 9, 2025

Behind a towering legal legacy was a man who loved to hike mountains, could recall details of things he read decades ago and was always there for those he cared about, a New Hampshire attorney said as he reflected on a lifelong friendship with U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter.

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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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Sun Acquisitions

MAY 12, 2025

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can be powerful tools for driving growth and creating value. However, the success of any M&A deal hinges on the seamless integration of talent from both companies. Effective talent acquisition and retention strategies ensure a smooth transition and maximize the deal’s value. Critical Challenges in Talent Acquisition and Retention Post-M&A Cultural Integration: Merging companies with different cultures, values, and work styles can be challenging.

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The Guardian M&A

MAY 9, 2025

Packaged bread, once a household staple, is in inexorable decline because of rising costs and competition from other options Toast and jam, bacon sandwiches and boiled egg with soldiers may be at the heart of traditional British food culture but bread is making up an ever thinner slice of our diet putting pressure on some famous brands. While still one of the most ubiquitous items in shopping baskets, the popularity of the packaged sliced loaf has been sliding downhill since the Hovis lad puffe

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Butcher Joseph & Co.

MAY 11, 2025

Jeff Buettner breaks down the current state of M&Awhos buying, whats happening with valuations, and how financing trends are shifting. The post Q1 2025 Economic and M&A Middle Market Update appeared first on ButcherJoseph & Co.

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Brian DeChesare

MAY 14, 2025

The most difficult part of infrastructure investment banking is defining the exact verticals and deal types it covers. Like renewable energy IB , different banks classify their groups differently, so you could find yourself working on everything from a data center REIT M&A deal to an airport financing to an IPO for a solar developer. It even includes elements of healthcare , industrials , and oil & gas investment banking.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 12, 2025

Telemedicine-focused deal activity is poised for a transformative shift in 2025 as strategic buyers increasingly seek companies that embed artificial intelligence across their platforms, according to a new report from tech investment bank Drake Star.

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Benzinga

MAY 9, 2025

New On The Block Nestl (SWX: NESN) is trying to offload its premium bottled water bizincluding Perrier and S.Pellegrinofor a thirst-quenching 5 billion euros ($5.6 billion), and it's tapped Rothschild to play matchmaker. Reuters, which broke the news, reports that Nestle wants to keep a stake. The move comes amid some political backwash in France.

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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

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 9, 2025

Appraisal Institute faces a storm: harassment claims against Steinley, testing scandal, & a cozy dance with REVAA. Cindy Chance fights back.

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Peak Business Valuation

MAY 12, 2025

Determining valuation multiples is a critical step when calculating a steel mills value. This is a comprehensive process that takes various factors into account. As such, it is best to seek help from an experienced professional to ensure accurate steel mill valuation multiples. During a professional business valuation, a valuation expert determines a mills value, risks, advantages, growth potential, and more.

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Rhythm Systems

MAY 14, 2025

Getting feedbackno matter how uncomfortableis the fastest way to level up as a leader. Learn how to respond when someone asks, Can I give you some feedback?

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 14, 2025

The discovery process and the rules that govern it are often absent from law school curricula, but developing a solid grasp of the particulars can give any new attorney a leg up in their practice, says Jordan Davies at Knowles Gallant.

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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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Benzinga

MAY 14, 2025

FirstCash Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCFS ) is expanding into the U.K. with the acquisition of H&T Group plc , the country’s largest pawnbroker chain. The Texas-based pawnshop operator announced on Wednesday it will purchase all outstanding H&T shares through its U.K. subsidiary, Chess Bidco Limited, in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $394 million.

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 9, 2025

Appraisal Institute faces a storm: harassment claims against Steinley, testing scandal, & a cozy dance with REVAA. Cindy Chance fights back.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

MAY 9, 2025

Succession planning is often misunderstood as a one-time event—a moment when an RIA owner transitions leadership and exits the firm. In reality, succession is best viewed as a process, not a single event. It is a strategic, ongoing effort that requires continuous planning and preparation over many years.

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Trout CPA

MAY 9, 2025

Trout CPA is proud to announce that Dan Chodan, CPA , Partner, and Travis Oot, CPA , Senior Manager, have been selected by the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) as 2025 Young Leader Award recipients. Each year, this distinguished honor is awarded to PICPA members under the age of 40 who demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to the accounting profession through active PICPA participation or community service.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 14, 2025

Parcel delivery company Evri said Wednesday that it has agreed to merge with the U.K. e-commerce unit of global delivery heavyweight DHL Group to form a giant postal logistics service in Britain.

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Benzinga

MAY 9, 2025

PHX Minerals Inc. (NYSE: PHX ) shares are trading higher premarket on Friday. The company disclosed an agreement to be acquired by WhiteHawk Income Corporation in an all-cash transaction valued at $4.35 per share, totaling approximately $187 million, including PHX’s net debt. As per the terms of the deal, PHX stockholders will receive $4.35 in cash for each share of PHX common stock owned, net to the holder, without interest and subject to any applicable tax withholding.

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 9, 2025

In reply to Working Appraiser. Amc’s have been trashing most working appraisers for two decades. They’ve decimated gse appraisers working positions, advocated against traditional process and developed tools and processes which have put tens of thousands of appraisers out of business, the attrition continues. All the appraisal trade groups had ample time to respond.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

MAY 9, 2025

In our Energy Valuation Insights from recent weeks, Mercer Capital’s Sebastian Elzein addressed the challenges facing U.S. O&G drillers, and Bryce Erickson covered the uncertainty in the overall O&G sector due to shifting world trade patterns. This week, we address some of the same themes but focus on the Oilfield Services (OFS) industry.

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Rhythm Systems

MAY 14, 2025

Discover Michael Praeger's inspiring journey with AvidXchange as he leads the company through its next chapter, leveraging growth strategies and strong leadership.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 14, 2025

Databricks said Wednesday it has agreed to acquire Neon, a startup offering a serverless version of the open-source Postgres database system, in a roughly $1 billion deal, as it expands its platform to better serve developers and artificial intelligence workloads.

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Benzinga

MAY 14, 2025

Columbus, OH, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Tim Lamb Group, the largest auto dealership sales and acquisitions firm in North America, has announced the sale of Toyota of Warren to Rafih Auto Group, marking the 120 th dealership sold in Ohio by Lamb and his team. The transaction, which closed on April 28, 2025, was personally brokered by Tim Lamb, President and Director of the Northeast Region.

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 9, 2025

In reply to Dave. I worked in Montana for 2 years. They refused to give me a reciprocal Certified General after having my license since 1992. I was in good standing so the reasons they gave were that back when CA started giving licenses, the State didn’t review my work as if it was an application for a designation. I had no control over how my home state awarded licenses.

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LaPorte

MAY 14, 2025

Fraud doesnt discriminate. It affects businesses of all types, in all industries, with any ownership structure. While its not possible to mitigate every fraud scheme… The post What Can You Do to Prevent Fraud? first appeared on LaPorte.

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Financial Times M&A

MAY 14, 2025

Private equity firm has been increasing its exposure to the hospitality sector

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 12, 2025

Citing no-longer-novel aspects of blank check company stock-drop suits, a Delaware vice chancellor on Monday trimmed a $7 million attorney fee proposal in a $29.75 million settlement to $5.5 million, but delayed approval pending clarification on post-closing stock buyer share eligibility.

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Benzinga

MAY 14, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO and HYDERABAD, India, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MediaMint, a San Francisco-based provider of AI-powered revenue operations and marketing services, has acquired DataBeat , a Hyderabad-based data engineering and analytics firm, in a strategic move to strengthen its technology offerings for media platforms and publishers. Founded in 2017, DataBeat brings a team of approximately 270 professionals with expertise in yield optimization, analytics , and data architecture.

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 9, 2025

In reply to Midwest Appraiser. Hi there. Sorry, edited that comment down before I read your response. Trying to keep this simple and straight forward. You’re mis reading me. I’m one guy, a low level appraiser whom wants fair working opportunity with gse work and not to be sidelined for having a fair market fee. How could that be too much to ask?

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Global Finance

MAY 8, 2025

Global Finance: You have been CFO for almost four years. How has Vaalcos competitive position changed during your tenure? Ron Bain: Its been an active period during which we have delivered several transformative transactions that increased scale and diversified the asset portfolio. We completed a value-accretive corporate merger with Transglobe in 2022 that saw us acquire operating assets in Egypt and Canada.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 12, 2025

Posted by Subodh Mishra, ISS STOXX, on Monday, May 12, 2025 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at ISS STOXX. This post is based on an ISS ESG memorandum by Avleen Kaur, Corporate Ratings Research Sector Head for Technology, Media, and Telecommunications, at ISS ESG. In an era of rapidly evolving digital technologies, information integrity has become a growing concern.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 9, 2025

In this week's Off The Bench, the NCAA tries again to get its multibillion-dollar compensation settlement approved, two sets of accusers draw Vince McMahon's history of misconduct at the WWE into their complaints, and the men's tennis tour was ordered to stop threatening players over joining an antitrust suit.

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