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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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Global Finance

MAY 6, 2025

The Caribbean economies have been broadly hit by slowing remittances and a cooling internal labor market. GDP for the Caribbean countries and territories from which our winners are selected is estimated by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to have grown an average of 2.5% in 2024. On the banking side, consumer-focused trends such as expanding loan portfolios and digital inclusion were the stars of the show.

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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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Mckinsey and Company

MAY 6, 2025

US healthcare organizations could save up to $700 million annuallyand improve careby reducing frontline-nurse turnover through strengthened manager support.

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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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Law 360 M&A

MAY 9, 2025

Justice David Souter, who saw the high court as a moderating force apart from the messiness of politics, subverted the expectations of liberals and conservatives alike during his 19 years on the bench.

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Global Finance

MAY 6, 2025

The maximal net interest margin (NIM) dynamic enjoyed by banks in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region in 2023 tailed off in some countries last year, most notably in Australia where NIM fell a combined 7 basis points (bps) for the big four banks and continued its seemingly relentless contraction in China, breaking below 1.8% for the big six lenders as supply side boosts failed to meet commensurate demand and profits were squeezed.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 7, 2025

Posted by Krishna Shah, Glass, Lewis & Co., on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 Editor's Note: Krishna Shah is a Senior Director of North American Compensation Research at Glass, Lewis & Co. This post is based on a Glass Lewis memorandum by Ms. Shah and Dimitri Zagoroff. Compensation policies are adopted to align with a companys culture, its business needs and strategies and market trends.

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Mckinsey and Company

MAY 6, 2025

Three experts discuss the challenges corporate boards face in managing growing geopolitical risk, and how to tackle them.

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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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Law 360 M&A

MAY 9, 2025

Being a lawyer not only requires logic and hard work, but also belief, emotion, situational awareness and lots of natural energy playing guitar enhances all of these qualities, increasing my capacity to do my best work, says Kosta Stojilkovic at Wilkinson Stekloff.

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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 8, 2025

Posted by Matteo Tonello, The Conference Board, Inc., on Thursday, May 8, 2025 Editor's Note: Matteo Tonello is the Head of Benchmarking and Analytics at The Conference Board, Inc. This post is based on a Conference Board memorandum by Rita Meyerson , Principal Researcher, Human Capital, Andrew Jones , Principal Researcher, ESG Center, Marion Devine , Principal Researcher, Human Capital, Matt Rosenbaum , Principal Researcher, Human Capital, and Christine Guinessey , Program Manager, ESG Center,

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Financial Times M&A

MAY 5, 2025

Tie-up marks return to dealmaking for investment group after long search for a major target

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 9, 2025

In reply to Will. Can’t say as I blame you. To continue would be akin to paying the mortgage for the person that has been having an affair with their spouse.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 9, 2025

Observing that related-party company deals with controllers "are not inherently wrongful," a Delaware vice chancellor on Friday scuttled a pension fund suit challenging a $250 million Fidelity National Financial Inc. investment in a spun-off but still controlled former subsidiary.

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Global Finance

MAY 6, 2025

Building on a profitable and dynamic 2023, when high interest rates buoyed bank lending margins, most Western European banks had a strong 2024, ending the year with a spurt in net income and revenue growth. Many increased their focus on sustainable finance (with green bonds as a major growth area), diversified their revenue streams, and invested in new banking technologymodernizing existing apps and exploring new possibilities.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 7, 2025

Posted by Heather Hammond, Noah Schwarz, and Emily Taylor, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 Editor's Note: Heather Hammond , Noah Schwarz , and Emily Taylor are Managing Directors at Russell Reynolds Associates. This post is based on a Russell Reynolds memorandum by Ms. Hammond, Mr. Schwarz, Ms. Taylor, and Courtney Byrne. Since Russell Reynolds Associates originally reported on board restructuring five years ago, pressures on businesses have only increased.

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