IVSC

JULY 30, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC) will take place in the vibrant city of Hong Kong. The post IVSC AGM 2024, 20-22 November appeared first on International Valuation Standards Council.

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Finance Appraisal 246

Harvard Corporate Governance

MARCH 27, 2024

on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 Editor's Note: Larry Fink is Founder, Chairman and CEO of BlackRock Inc. Posted by Larry Fink, BlackRock Inc., This post is based on Mr. Fink’s annual letter to investors.

Finance 64

Finance Banking Marketability 64

Harvard Corporate Governance

AUGUST 5, 2024

Posted by Simone Hicks, Eric Juergens and Ulysses Smith, Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, on Monday, August 5, 2024 Editor's Note: Simone Hicks and Eric Juergens are Partners, and Ulysses Smith is an ESG Senior Advisor at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. This post is based on a Debevoise memorandum by Ms. As discussed below, in light of the U.S.

Equity 251

Equity 251

Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Posted by Joseph Yaffe, Page Griffin, and Shalom Huber, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, on Thursday, February 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Joseph Yaffe , Page Griffin , and Shalom Huber are Partners at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP.

Equity 300

Equity 300

Harvard Corporate Governance

JANUARY 14, 2024

Posted by Leah Malone and Emily Holland, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, on Sunday, January 14, 2024 Editor's Note: Leah Malone is a Partner and Leader of ESG and Sustainability Practice and Emily Holland is a Counsel at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. This post is based on a Simpson memorandum by Ms. Malone, Ms.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 25, 2024

Posted by Rebecca Sherratt, Miles Rogerson, and Will Arnot, Diligent Market Intelligence, on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Editor's Note: Rebecca Sherratt is a Publications Editor, Miles Rogerson is a Financial Journalist, and Will Arnot is a Senior Editorial Specialist at Diligent Market Intelligence (DMI). In 2023, 76.2% of the 3,000 largest U.S.

Marketability 184

Marketability 184

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 14, 2024

Posted by Matt DiGuiseppe, Maria Castañón Moats, and Paul DeNicola, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Sunday, April 14, 2024 Editor's Note: Matt DiGuiseppe is Managing Director, Maria Castañón Moats is Leader, and Paul DeNicola is Principal at the Governance Insights Center, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum.

Marketability 201

Marketability 201

IVSC

JULY 11, 2024

The IVSC has published its 2024 Agenda Consultation, aiming to shape the future of the International Valuation Standards (IVS). Duration and Participation The consultation period is now open for 90 days, concluding on 9 October 2024. The IVSC encourages all interested parties to participate and share their insights.

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Technology Intangible Assets Business Valuation 189

Harvard Corporate Governance

JANUARY 3, 2024

Posted by Martin Lipton, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 Editor's Note: Martin Lipton is a Partner at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. This post is based on a Wachtell memorandum by Mr. Lipton, Steven A. Rosenblum , Karessa L. Cain , and Carmen X.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Introduction The current economic environment and geopolitical unrest have created substantial uncertainty as companies prepare annual budgets and long-term forecasts for 2024 and beyond. At the same time, the U.S. more…)

Equity 231

Equity 231

Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Posted by Margot McShane and Hetty Pye, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Friday, October 18, 2024 Editor's Note: Margot McShane and Hetty Pye are Co-Leaders of the firm’s Board & CEO Advisory Partners at Russell Reynolds Associates. This post is based on a Russell Reynolds memorandum by Ms. McShane, Ms.

Marketability 243

Marketability 243

Harvard Corporate Governance

JULY 30, 2024

Posted by Jamie Smith, EY, on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 Editor's Note: Jamie C. In 2024 companies secured strong support on key voting items despite increasing complexity. Smith is a Director at EY’s Center for Board Matters. This post is based on her EY memorandum. 1] (more…)

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Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 13, 2024

Posted by Merel Spierings, The Conference Board, on Thursday, June 13, 2024 Editor's Note: Merel Spierings is a Senior Researcher at The Conference Board. This post was authored by Ms.

Equity 245

Equity 245

Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Posted by Tahmid Ali, FW Cook, on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Editor's Note: Tahmid Ali is a Consultant at FW Cook. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FW Cook’s 2024 Director Compensation Report studies non-employee director compensation at 300 companies of various sizes and industries to analyze market practices in pay levels and program structure.

Marketability 157

Marketability 157

Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Posted by Ray Garcia, Matt DiGuiseppe, and Paul DeNicola, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Editor's Note: Ray Garcia is a Leader, Matt DiGuiseppe is Managing Director, and Paul DeNicola is a Principal at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 18, 2024

on Thursday, April 18, 2024 Editor's Note: Joyce Chen is Associate Editor and Courtney Yu is Director of Research at Equilar, Inc. The 2024 proxy season is in full swing, as public companies are in the process of submitting their proxy statements (DEF14A) to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ahead of annual shareholder meetings.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Posted by Julie Daum and Laurel McCarthy, Spencer Stuart, on Saturday, October 26, 2024 Editor's Note: Julie Daum and Laurel McCarthy are Consultants at Spencer Stuart. This post is based on a Spencer Stuart memorandum by Ms. McCarthy, and Ann Yerger.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Posted by Jose Furman, FW Cook, on Saturday, October 5, 2024 Editor's Note: Jose Furman is a Consultant at FW Cook. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Our 2024 Annual Incentive Plan Report provides a comprehensive review of the annual incentive plans of the top 250 largest companies in the S&P 500 by market capitalization.

Market Capitalization 157

Market Capitalization Marketability 157

Harvard Corporate Governance

JANUARY 30, 2024

Huber, Latham & Watkins LLP, on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 Editor's Note: Paul A. In this context, the fifth annual installment of Latham’s ESG Top 10 Insights highlights the developments and trends we see as likely to define ESG in 2024. Posted by Paul A. Davies, Sarah E. Fortt, and Betty M. Davies , Sarah E. Fortt , and Betty M.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 11, 2025

More than 1,800 US CEOs departed their roles in 2024, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas, which was the highest annual amount since the firm started keeping such records. This post is based on their Meridian Compensation Partners memorandum.

Start-ups 203

Start-ups Technology Marketability 203

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. 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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Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Posted by Martin Lipton, Karessa Cain, and Carmen Lu, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 Editor's Note: Martin Lipton is a Founding Partner, Karessa Cain is a Partner, and Carmen Lu is Counsel at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. This post is based on a Wachtell memorandum by Mr. Lipton, Ms.

Equity 222

Equity 222

Harvard Corporate Governance

JANUARY 18, 2025

Through the course of 2024, the development of the ESG and sustainability landscape was dynamic. Posted by Paul Davies and Betty Huber, Latham & Watkins LLP, on Saturday, January 18, 2025 Editor's Note: Paul Davies and Betty Huber are Partners at Latham & Watkins LLP. This post is based on a Latham memorandum by Mr. Davies, Ms.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Posted by Laura D. Richman, Mayer Brown LLP, on Monday, October 16, 2023 Editor's Note: Laura D. Richman is a Counsel at Mayer Brown LLP. This post is based on a Mayer Brown memorandum by Ms. Richman, Jennifer J. Carlson , Lawrence A. Cunningham , Anna T. Pinedo , and David A.

Corporate Finance 226

Corporate Finance Finance 226

Harvard Corporate Governance

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Posted by Arnaud Cavé, Niamh O’Brien, and Andrea Hearon, FTI Consulting, on Sunday, September 29, 2024 Editor's Note: Arnaud Cavé and Andrea Hearon are Directors and Niamh O’Brien is a Senior Consultant at FTI Consulting. Overview AI is the hot topic of 2024. This post is based on their FTI memorandum.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

MARCH 12, 2025

boards have come away with fewer seats including settlements since its rollout, with the figure decreasing from 176 in 2022 to 161 in 2023 and falling further to 155 in 2024, according to Diligent Market Intelligence (DMI) data. However, activists targeting U.S. more…)

Marketability 167

Marketability 167

Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 26, 2024

Posted by Umesh Chandra Tiwari, ESGAUGE, on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 Editor's Note: Paul Hodgson is a Senior Advisor at ESG data analytics firm ESGAUGE. This post relates to a report authored by Mr. Hodgson based on data published by The Conference Board and ESGAUGE. These challenges are also unfolding in the proxy season. more…)

Equity 269

Equity 269

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.

Banking 52

Banking 52

Harvard Corporate Governance

MARCH 8, 2025

Today, I am taking action on The Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors rule that was adopted by the Commission on March 6, 2024 (the Rule). [1] The views expressed in the post are those of Commissioner Uyeda, and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or the Staff.

Marketability 209

Marketability 209

Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Posted by Anna Restuccia (Harvard Law School), on Thursday, February 1, 2024 Editor's Note: This post provides the text of the post-trial opinion regarding the case between Richard J. against Elon Musk, decided by the Delaware Court of Chancery on January 30, 2024. Tornetta on behalf of Tesla, Inc. Varallo, Glenn R.

EBITDA 337

EBITDA Market Capitalization Equity Marketability 337

Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

On December 17, 2024, one of the two most influential proxy advisory firms, ISS, released its Proxy Voting Guidelines Benchmark Policy Changes for 2025: US, Canada, and Americas Regional, which provides updates to its voting policies for the 2025 proxy season. This post is based on a Cooley memorandum by Ms.

Equity 111

Equity 111

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 15, 2024

Posted by Emma Bichet, Michael Mencher, Beth Sasfai, Cooley LLP, on Monday, April 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Emma Bichet and Michael Mencher are Special Counsels and Beth Sasfai is a Partner at Cooley LLP. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted its long-awaited climate disclosure rules on March 6, 2024.

Compliance 274

Compliance 274

Harvard Corporate Governance

AUGUST 22, 2024

Posted by Subodh Mishra, ISS STOXX, on Thursday, August 22, 2024 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at ISS STOXX. Introduction In the two years to January 2024, almost 700 cyber incidents were reported among Russell 3000 companies in the U.S., impacting more than 10% of the firms.

Technology 273

Technology 273

Harvard Corporate Governance

AUGUST 13, 2024

Rawcliffe, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Editor's Note: Maria Cruz Melendez and Andrew M. Good are Partners and Bora P. Rawcliffe is a Counsel at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. This post is based on their Skadden memorandum.

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Global Finance

MAY 1, 2025

Following a strong performance in the prior year, Islamic financial institutions (IFIs) recorded a steady 2024, with the overall sectors return and total assets at levels similar to their 2023 performance. Previous years saw a notable customer drift from conventional banks to Shariah-compliant institutions, but this trend stabilized in 2024.

Banking 83

Banking Finance Marketability Equity 83

Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 4, 2024

Posted by Carin Robinson, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 Editor's Note: Carin Robinson is Director at the PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Governance Insights Center. This post is based on her PwC memorandum.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 1, 2024

Posted by Edward Lee (Santa Clara Law), on Saturday, June 1, 2024 Editor's Note: Edward Lee is a Professor of Law at the Santa Clara University School of Law, starting in August 2024. This post is based on his recent article forthcoming in the U.C. Davis Law Review.

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