Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Posted by Merel Spierings, The Conference Board, on Saturday, October 12, 2024 Editor's Note: Merel Spierings is a Senior Researcher at The Conference Board. This post is based on The Conference Board, Russell Reynolds Associates, and Rutgers Law School memorandum by Ms. Spierings and Matteo Tonello. The 2024 proxy season was marked by increased partisanship and political uncertainty, making shareholder proposals even more contentious compared to the past.

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 11, 2024

AGBA Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ: AGBA ) shares are trading higher Friday after the company announced that all steps have been finalized to move towards the completion of its merger with Triller Corp. The Details: The merger is expected to take place on Oct.14, subject to final Nasdaq approval, and will include a 4-to-1 reverse stock split of Agba shares.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Posted by Leah Malone and Emily Holland, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, on Sunday, October 6, 2024 Editor's Note: Leah Malone is a Partner and Emily Holland is a Counsel at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. This post is based on a Simpson memorandum by Ms. Malone, Ms. Holland, Alexis Capati , Tenzin Dolkar , and Chayla Sherrod. As we near the final quarter of 2024, in a year with global temperatures looking to break new records (again), achievement of various 2025 or 2030 targets set by

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 8, 2024

China continues to dominate trade with the continent. But overlending—and US initiatives to extend its security and investment footprint—are challenging its position. China solidified its position as Africa’s largest bilateral trading partner last year, as trade with the continent reached a record $282.1 billion, up 1.5% from 2022. But a 7.5% surge in Chinese exports, to $173 billion, was not matched by imports from Africa, which fell by 6.7% to $109 billion, widening Africa’s trade deficit wit

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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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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Better carbon management can be a competitive advantage. Here’s how CFOs across industries and markets can move beyond “check the box” compliance and enable strategy-driven, carbon-based decision making.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2024

In reply to Scott. Good for you. I have had assignments canceled after 1 day of inspection by an amc yet I was paid in full immediately for the assignments. Or else I would put a Mechanics Lien on the property with the county and stop the loan until I was paid in full plus costs of adding and removal costs of the lien. As an independent contractor appraiser, you have every right to add a Mechanic Lien when people play games with an appraiser and their time.

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Microsoft is giving nuclear plant Three Mile Island a second chance to produce electricity. Until now, Three Mile Island was known for its partial nuclear meltdown in 1979, but years later, nuclear power is perceived differently. It is seen as producing clean energy because it doesn’t emit greenhouse gases, and demand is high from tech giants eager to feed their data centers, such as Microsoft, Google, Meta Platforms and Amazon Web Services.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 11, 2024

How can a climate tech company get funding—and scale up—quickly? The Climate Brick, an open-source manual for entrepreneurs and investors, aims to provide some answers.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The AMC was almost laughing about a rush order that was cancelled just before I was at the door and was going to stiff me. I called the lender and they had collected a deposit and they said no one should have to work for free.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Posted by David Kenny and Nora Denzel, NACD, on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Editor's Note: David Kenny is an Executive Chairman at Nielsen, and Nora Denzel is a Lead Independent Director at AMD and Board Member at NACD. This post is based on a report of the NACD Blue Ribbon Commission. Each year, NACD leverages the perspectives and experience of its members and appoints a Blue Ribbon Commission, an experienced collective of directors, investors, subject-matter experts, and leading governance profes

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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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Benzinga

OCTOBER 7, 2024

On Monday, Rio Tinto (NYSE: RIO ) confirmed that it is in non-binding talks to acquire Arcadium Lithium (NYSE: ALTM ), a major lithium miner formed from the merger of Livent and Allkem. Both companies clarified that the discussions are preliminary, and there is no certainty that a transaction will proceed. If the acquisition goes through, Rio Tinto would become one of the largest lithium producers globally, behind industry leaders like Albemarle Corp (NYSE: ALB ) and SQM (NYSE: SQM ).

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Standard Chartered is using an artificial intelligence-based Talent Marketplace, developed by New York-headquartered Gloat, to match employees’ skills with project-specific internal gigs. Using a “skills passport,” employees can apply for projects, enhancing their skills and unlocking opportunities to participate in more internal roles. Following an initial 12,000-person pilot in India, which resulted in the biggest increase of year-on-year career satisfaction, it has been used by 39,000 employe

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Law 360 M&A

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Marriott International Inc. has agreed to pay $52 million to nearly every U.S. state and bolster its data security practices to resolve parallel investigations by state attorneys general and the Federal Trade Commission over a massive data breach at the hotel's Starwood-branded properties.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2024

How did it get to “everything is about the appraiser”, “everything is the appraiser’s responsibility”, “why are you calling us”? I ask the AMC if a month old bid is still active? Just had a three or four week old bid cancelled12 hours prior to inspection appt. Appointment changed three times by borrower. “Was it your idea change the inspection time Mr.

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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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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Posted by Subodh Mishra, ISS STOXX, on Thursday, October 10, 2024 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at ISS STOXX. This post is based on an ISS-Corporate memorandum by Kosmas Papadopoulos, Head of Sustainability Advisory-Americas, at ISS-Corporate. Shareholder proposals offer a glimpse into investor and market sentiment on key corporate governance issues, including how companies are managing environmental and social impacts, risks, and opportunities.

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Benzinga

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Rio Tinto PLC ADR (NYSE: RIO ) has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Arcadium Lithium plc (NYSE: ALTM ) in an all-cash deal valued at $6.7 billion. What Happened : As per the press release on Wednesday, the acquisition price of $5.85 per share represents a 90% premium over Arcadium’s closing price on Oct. 4. According to Benzinga Pro , at the time of writing, Arcadium was up by 29.48% in pre-market since its Tuesday close while Rio was trading 1.16% lower than its previous day

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Bhutan is banking on a unique mix of abundant energy, a clean environment, and wellness entrepreneurism to lure foreign investors. A constitutional monarchy of 800,000 people, Bhutan is nestled in a region that’s home to nearly 3 billion. Bordered by China to the north and India to the east, west and south, the Himalayan nation installed a new government in January under Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, who returned to office after an earlier five-year stint that ended in 2018.

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LaPorte

OCTOBER 9, 2024

(authored by RSM US LLP) The 2024-2025 Priority Guidance Plan identifies projects that the Treasury Department and IRS intend to prioritize during the July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, plan year, including items affecting exempt organizations. The post Exempt organizations matters on 2024-2025 Priority Guidance Plan first appeared on LaPorte.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2024

In reply to Frustrated Appraiser. The National Lien and Bond Company has a two minute online help page for all 50 States. There is either a Notice of Intent to file a lien or Notice of a filed lien. Hopefully this will help readers to understand which state and the process of defending your work if needed. It’s really an easy process and strikes fear in a management company, lender or escrow company should the appraiser lock up a loan process due to an unpaid appraisal.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Posted by Ray Garcia, Paul DeNicola, and Matt DiGuiseppe, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Monday, October 7, 2024 Editor's Note: Ray Garcia is a Leader, Paul DeNicola is a Principal , and Matt DiGuiseppe is a Managing Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Proxy season at a glance Just 26 companies in the Russell 3000 stock index failed to gain majority support for their compensation plans.

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Marketability 146

Machen McChesney

OCTOBER 10, 2024

When reviewing their income statements, business owners tend to focus on profits (or losses). But focusing solely on the bottom line can lead to mismanagement and missed opportunities. Instead, you should analyze this financial report from top to bottom for deeper insights.

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Global Finance magazine interviewed Philippines Central Bank Governor Eli Remolona, who earned an “A–” grade in the magazine’s 2024 Central Banker Report Cards. Remolona talks about the country’s early decision on cutting rates, its credit growth, and its pursuit of sustainable economic development. Global Finance : What is the Philippines economic growth outlook for 2024-25?

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The top job can be hard. But as the former Novartis CEO explains, leaders can take pleasure in competing—while honing the personal qualities needed to succeed in the role and rally an organization.

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Appraisers Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2024

According to the Appraisal Regulation Compliance Council, the median average AMC fee charged to borrowers was 65% of the appraisal fee.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Posted by Ray Garcia, Paul DeNicola, and Catie Hall, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Sunday, October 13, 2024 Editor's Note: Ray Garcia is a Leader, Paul DeNicola is a Principal, and Catie Hall is a Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Introduction Historically, a looming presidential election has had notable impacts for corporate boards and their agendas, necessitating scenario planning for potential regulatory shifts.

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LaPorte

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has announced the issuance of four notices extending the deadline for filing Reports of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts… The post FinCEN announces four extensions first appeared on LaPorte.

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Banking 85

Global Finance

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Kenya’s President William Ruto has been adamant about the need to boost the productivity of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) that he says are “trapped in bureaucracy.” Last year, his government hurriedly pushed through a vastly criticized privatization law aimed at sidestepping Parliament in the sale of at least 35 entities. Now, a High Court decision declaring the 2023 Privatization Act unconstitutional has stopped the sales.

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Finance Banking Marketability 105

Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 10, 2024

As the global macroeconomic environment remains uncertain, retail banks should focus on the fundamentals of customer primacy and margin protection while embracing digital technologies and gen AI.

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 8, 2024

A deal would bolster Japanese group’s drive to secure supplies for its home country, which relies on fossil fuel imports for energy

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Posted by John Galloway, Vanguard, Inc., on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Editor's Note: John Galloway is Global Head of Investment Stewardship at Vanguard, Inc. This post is based on a Vanguard Investment Stewardship memorandum. First announced in November 2022, Vanguard’s Investor Choice pilot program has enabled individual investors to express their perspective on shareholder matters at the companies held in their equity index funds.

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BV Specialists

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Valuing a construction company involves many factors, including financial, operational, industry, and market considerations. Here is some insight into the key variables that are reviewed and analyzed when an experienced professional completes a business appraisal for this type of operation: Financial Performance This includes an in-depth review of historical income statements and balance sheets to determine revenue trends, profitability, cash flow, assets, and liabilities.

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The winning party in November’s election will need to navigate growing social turmoil as the island nation seeks to become a global financial center. Elections in Africa are often contentious and disruptive to the socioeconomic order. Mauritius has evaded this rocky path and remains a beacon of democracy, hoping to maintain that pattern ahead of general elections on November 30.

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Mckinsey and Company

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Semiconductor fabs can optimize fab performance via transparent advanced analytics, chasing perfection one byte at a time.

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Financial Times M&A

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Holdings of Platinum Equity and Clearlake Capital are at heightened risk of default, rating agency says

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