Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 19, 2022
Posted by the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance, on Friday, August 19, 2022 Editor's Note: This roundup contains a collection of the posts published on the Forum during the week of August 12-18, 2022. CSOs Have More Impact When Aligned To The CEO. Posted by Kurt Harrison, Sarah Galloway, and Emily Meneer, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Friday, August 12, 2022.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 19, 2022
Danish design experts Christian Bason and Jens Martin Skibsted say humanity needs a more expansive outlook on problem-solving—one that is less human-centered and more future-proof.
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Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 19, 2022
Posted by Richard Holt, Alvarez & Marsal, and Amerino Gatti, Helix Energy, on Friday, August 19, 2022 Editor's Note: Richard Holt is Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal, and Amerino Gatti is Energy Executive at Helix Energy. This post is based on an NACD BoardTalk publication. The average age of CEOs is nearly 60 years of age within the S&P 500.
Viking Mergers
AUGUST 19, 2022
More than 75 million Baby Boomers are poised to retire (part of what has been dubbed the “Silver Tsunami”). Early studies indicated mass exodus of Boomers from the workforce would happen steadily over the next 20 years. Back in 2020, however, I shared my opinion that the COVID-19 pandemic was a wake-up call for many Boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964) who realized being at home wasn’t too bad and that life is too short to work until the very end.
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.
Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 19, 2022
Posted by Jenna Fisher, Jim Lawson, and Rose Mistri-Somers, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Friday, August 19, 2022 Editor's Note: Jenna Fisher is senior partner and co-leader of the Global Financial Officers Practice; Jim Lawson is co-leader of the Global Financial Officers Practice; and Rose Mistri-Somers is managing director at Russell Reynolds Associates.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 19, 2022
Industrial players are paying more attention to their pricing strategies to cope with inflation and ensure sustainable impact.
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Benzinga
AUGUST 19, 2022
As Elon Musk and Twitter Inc. (NYSE: TWTR ) prepare for a legal showdown on Oct. 17 , the Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA ) CEO has raised objections to the social media platform’s requests for information. What Happened : Twitter is asking Musk to share documents from anyone “who might have had a passing conversation” with him regarding the deal, the billionaire said in a letter to Delaware Chancery Court Judge Kathaleen McCormick , Bloomberg reported.
NYT M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
The book world can be opaque to outsiders. A case offered an unusual glimpse into it, revealing curiosities about the business and details about book deals.
Benzinga
AUGUST 19, 2022
Young bankers are fearing for their jobs as lighter workloads become the new normal. That’s according to a new report by Bloomberg. Banking analysts appear to have a lot of extra time on their hands, something which seemed unthinkable last year — and the years prior — for a profession characterized by its long hours and intense workload.
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
World’s second-biggest cinema chain has warned it is in discussions to restructure the business
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
Avanade
AUGUST 19, 2022
Digital transformation makes improving operational performance without huge investment a real, actionable opportunity – rather than just a pipe dream.
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
Dutch investment group Prosus acquires remaining third of Latin American delivery business it does not own
Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
This week in London has seen the Bureau of Investigative Journalism sued for libel by a former Kazakh leader, Siemens Mobility bring fresh legal action against the high-speed rail project HS2 in a procurement claim, and an Irish aircraft company sue Aeroflot and Rossiya Airlines in the wake of sanctions imposed on the airlines by the U.K. government.
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
This appetiser will keep investors satisfied for now, but they will soon get hungry for the main course
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.
Benzinga
AUGUST 19, 2022
Warren Buffett and his $657.6-billion holding company Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A ) (NYSE: BRK-B ) owned zero shares of Occidental Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: OXY ) as recently as December 2021. Just seven short months later, in July, Berkshire — which is the parent company of MidAmerican Energy Services — reportedly owned a 19.4% stake in Occidental.
Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
Elon Musk's attorneys asked Delaware's chancellor on Friday to jettison a purported stockholder class suit to force Musk's closing on a $44 billion take-private deal for social media giant Twitter Inc., citing the stockholder's lack of standing to compel the deal or claim damage from its scuttling.
NYT M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
The company blamed its financial performance for the potential bonus cut.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 19, 2022
The chairman and CEO of Telefónica S.A. and chairman of the GSMA Board offers his thoughts on organizational delayering, a powerful new connectivity platform, and sharing the cost of building smarter networks.
NYT M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
The Glazer family isn’t soliciting bids for United. But selling a minority stake in the team could set the price for all of it.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 19, 2022
The biosimilars market is poised to grow over the next decade. Here’s how companies can accelerate time to market, reduce R&D costs, and improve productivity.
NYT M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved a request from Warren Buffett’s company to take a bigger stake in the oil company.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 19, 2022
The chairman and CEO of Prudential Financial talks about what it takes to keep a transformation on track.
Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
Attorneys for Penguin Random House and Simon & Schuster told a D.C. federal court on Friday that the government failed to prove their planned $2.18 billion merger would reduce author pay, arguing that a deal should not be blocked based on a vague notion of softened competition.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 19, 2022
New research from McKinsey that studied the career progression of some 4 million workers over a decade revealed the factors behind dramatic surges in lifetime earnings, write Sven Smit, Anu Madgavkar, and Bill Schaninger in Fast Company.
Auto Dealer Valuation Insights
AUGUST 19, 2022
As one of the more active acquirors in the investment management industry, Focus Financial Partners (Focus) has a broad perspective into the state of the RIA industry and M&A activity. In the article below, we summarize five key takeaways for RIAs based on Focus’ recent Q2 earnings release. 1. Deal Activity Remains Near Record Levels While deal activity declined for the second consecutive quarter.
Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
The physicians who own national gastroenterology medical practice GI Alliance are getting an assist from funds managed by Apollo Global Management to buy out the minority stake owned by private equity firm Waud Capital Partners, valuing the practice at $2.2 billion in a deal announced Friday.
Auto Dealer Valuation Insights
AUGUST 19, 2022
Mercer Capital’s Value Focus: Exploration & Production newsletter provides an overview of the industry through supply and demand analysis, commodity pricing, and public market performance. In addition, each issue of this quarterly newsletter focuses on a region, including, Eagle Ford, Permian, Bakken, and Appalachia, examining general economic and industry trends.
Financial Analyst Insider
AUGUST 19, 2022
If you’re a car owner, it’s important to be aware of the financial responsibilities that come with owning a vehicle. There are many things to. The post 7 Essential Finance Tips for Car Owners appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.
Benzinga
AUGUST 19, 2022
Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings Inc (NYSE: DNA ) has purchased certain epidemiological data infrastructure assets from Baktus, Inc. , a Delaware-based public benefit corporation. Financial terms were not disclosed. Under the terms of the deal, Ginkgo will assume ownership of proprietary datasets, modeling and analytic tools, and a software platform. Ginkgo also expects to integrate several ongoing epidemiological analysis projects and a team of.
Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
Construction supply giant Kingspan Group Co. has disclosed the acquisition of a 24% stake in a Swedish waterproofing company, as it released its financial results for the first six months of 2022 on Friday.
Vested
AUGUST 19, 2022
Mariona and Robert Bolohan are the co-founders and directors of Lotuly, a translation service with a team of experts that capture the nuances that bots cannot.
Benzinga
AUGUST 19, 2022
In recent months, Pacific Investment Management Co has spent more than $2 billion to snap up consumer companies that have struggled due to the cost of living crisis, surging inflation, and rising interest rates. The purchases are part of a broader strategy at the firm to capitalize on depressed prices, Bloomberg reported citing people familiar with the matter.
Law 360 M&A
AUGUST 19, 2022
Internet consumer services giant Prosus NV said on Friday that it will buy the remaining 33.3% stake in a Brazilian food delivery business from Just Eat in a deal which could reach €1.8 billion ($1.8 billion).
Benzinga
AUGUST 19, 2022
Merger expected to provide access to growth opportunities in adjacent markets, create sustainable competitive advantages, and enhance the profitability of ADES' product portfolio. Combined entity projected to generate $196 million of annual Revenue and $61 million in annual EBITDA by 2026. GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., Aug. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Advanced Emissions Solutions, Inc.
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