Harvard Corporate Governance

AUGUST 17, 2022

Posted by Minor Myers (University of Connecticut), on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Editor's Note: Minor Myers is Professor of Law at the University of Connecticut School of Law. This post is based on his recent paper , and is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes SPAC Law and Myths (discussed on the Forum here ) by John C.

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Marketability 259

Financial Times M&A

AUGUST 17, 2022

UK billionaire emerges as potential buyer of struggling football giant if Glazer family want to sell

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Harvard Corporate Governance

AUGUST 17, 2022

Posted by Nina Wilson, Edelman, on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Editor's Note: Nina Wilson is Vice President of Edelman ESG Advisory. This post is based on her Edelman memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A. Bebchuk and Roberto Tallarita; Does Enlightened Shareholder Value Add Value?

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Avanade

AUGUST 17, 2022

Transforming the energy sector is one of the biggest and most important challenges we face today. By embracing digital technologies these companies stand to reap colossal rewards.

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Technology 98

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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Harvard Corporate Governance

AUGUST 17, 2022

Posted by Sandra Boss and Michelle Edkins, BlackRock, Inc., on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Editor's Note: Sandra Boss is Global Head of Investment Stewardship and Michelle Edkins is Managing Director of Investment Stewardship at BlackRock, Inc. This post is based on a BlackRock memorandum. BlackRock’s role is to offer our clients a range of choices and help them make informed decisions to achieve their long-term financial objectives such as retirement.

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Banking 207

Mckinsey and Company

AUGUST 17, 2022

Geopolitical and climatic events are impacting the food system’s resilience. Here’s what happened this year, what may come next year, potential consequences, and considerations that may mitigate the impact.

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Mckinsey and Company

AUGUST 17, 2022

For consumer companies to grow fast and profitably, they must expand their cores, tap into adjacencies, and ignite breakout businesses—all at the same time.

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Benzinga

AUGUST 17, 2022

Tencent Holdings Ltd (OTC: TCEHY ) Chief Strategy Officer James Mitchell denied reports claiming the sale of its $24 billion stake in food delivery giant Meituan (OTC: MPNGY ), Bloomberg reports. Recent reports claimed Tencent explored the sale of its 17% stake to appease the regulators. Since 2021 Tencent shared plans. Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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Mckinsey and Company

AUGUST 17, 2022

By identifying factors affecting workplace mental health, leaders in Asia can take action to create happier, more inclusive, and increasingly productive organizations.

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N Contracts

AUGUST 17, 2022

BRENTWOOD, Tenn.-- Ncontracts , the leading provider of integrated risk management and lending compliance solutions for the financial services industry, has been named to the Inc. 5000 list for the fourth consecutive year, demonstrating strong and steady growth as well as significant resilience and flexibility, given the last two year’s unprecedented challenges.

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Compliance 87

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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Mckinsey and Company

AUGUST 17, 2022

Just as food delivery is booming, the speed with which groceries can arrive at your door is taking off. Berker Ya?ci of Getir, one of the leading start-ups promising to deliver within just 10 or 15 minutes, talks about the challenges and opportunities in the dynamic sector.

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Start-ups 84

Law 360 M&A

AUGUST 17, 2022

A D.C. federal judge on Wednesday issued a midtrial order excluding Penguin Random House's predicted cost-savings from the trial on its planned merger with Simon & Schuster, savings the publisher says would be passed on to authors in the form of higher advances.

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Mckinsey and Company

AUGUST 17, 2022

Careem’s head of data and AI talks about how the Middle Eastern ride-hailing pioneer is using AI technology to simplify people’s lives.

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Technology 104

Law 360 M&A

AUGUST 17, 2022

A former Twitter manager recently required to provide records for a Delaware Chancery Court battle over Elon Musk's attempt to terminate a $44 billion take-private offer was closely tied to initiatives focused on key user traffic measurements, according to a newly unsealed document.

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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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Mckinsey and Company

AUGUST 17, 2022

Inflation, volatility, and risk are upending conventional wisdom about manufacturing and supply networks. To find a better strategy, companies need a broader view.

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Norman Marks

AUGUST 17, 2022

A fact: most companies have included far too many IT General Controls (ITGC) in their scope for SOX. Why: because they have taken an approach to scoping ITGC that is disconnected from the top-down and risk-based approach used to identify key controls within business processes. The scoping of ITGC has resulted in including ITGC controls […].

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Compliance 68

Mckinsey and Company

AUGUST 17, 2022

The cochairman and managing director of the pharma multinational believes India’s competence in new biology, clinical development, and chemistry will increase its global competitiveness.

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Financial Times M&A

AUGUST 17, 2022

Chapter 11 process widely used by overleveraged companies

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Mckinsey and Company

AUGUST 17, 2022

The energy and materials transition is reshaping the strategic toolbox of commodity producers. Seven actions can help them master the transition.

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Financial Times M&A

AUGUST 17, 2022

Plus, a junk bond rebound gives bankers hope for LBOs

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Mckinsey and Company

AUGUST 17, 2022

Almost half of US frontline retail employees and two-thirds of frontline managers say they are thinking about leaving their jobs in the next few months. What’s a retailer to do?

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Equilest

AUGUST 17, 2022

How do Intangible Assets, Patent, and Brand Name Affect the Value of a Company? Let us explain what you should know when you consider the impact of patent on valuation. What are Intangible assets? An intangible asset is an identifiable non-monetary asset without physical substance. Such an asset is identifiable when it is separable or arises from contractual or other legal rights.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

AUGUST 17, 2022

Mercer Capital, a national business valuation and financial advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Andrew B. Frew, ASA, ABV has joined the firm’s Houston office as a Vice President. The firm also has offices in Dallas, Memphis, and Nashville. Andy has over 20 years of business valuation experience. He values businesses and business interests for financial reporting, gift and estate tax.

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Business Valuation 52

Henry Horne

AUGUST 17, 2022

It can be tricky for co-parents who share custody of a child to know which of them is eligible to claim that child on their tax return. There are specific rules that both parents should understand so that they know who should claim the dependent. It makes filing your taxes much easier. Here are some … Keep Reading. The post Co-parenting and claiming dependents appeared first on Henry+Horne.

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Benzinga

AUGUST 17, 2022

Ennis, Inc. (NYSE: EBF ) has acquired certain assets , including customer lists and intellectual property of Gulf Business Forms, in San Marcos, Texas. Financial terms were not disclosed. Gulf Business Forms is a trade printer specializing in. Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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Law 360 M&A

AUGUST 17, 2022

Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP added a transactional tax partner who specializes in private equity, mergers and acquisitions and venture financing in the technology and life sciences sectors, the firm announced.

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Benzinga

AUGUST 17, 2022

Matthews International Corp (NASDAQ: MATW ) completed the acquisition of German-based engineering firms OLBRICH GmbH and R+S Automotive GmbH for €43 million (~$45 million). Headquartered in Bocholt, Germany, OLBRICH is a production and intelligent equipment manufacturer specializing in purpose-built. Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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Valutico

AUGUST 17, 2022

Announcement: Valutico Provides an Easier Way to Value Startups. New Venture Capital (VC) method allows faster valuations of mid- to late-stage startups. Valutico has once again made finance professional’s lives easier by announcing the launch of the Venture Capital (VC) method for valuing start-ups, available for the first time within its online platform. .

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Benzinga

AUGUST 17, 2022

A BlackRock, Inc (NYSE: BLK ) Real Assets fund looks to acquire Akaysha Energy, an Australian firm that develops battery storage and renewable energy projects. BlackRock aims to commit over A$1 billion (around $700 million) of capital "to support the build-out" of more than 1-gigawatt battery storage assets. BlackRock shared Akaysha's plans to develop energy storage projects in a range of Asia-Pacific markets, including Japan and Taiwan, in the near term.

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Marketability 52

Law 360 M&A

AUGUST 17, 2022

London-based private equity firm I Squared Capital said it was no longer interested in buying FirstGroup PLC after the train and bus operator rejected its offers, including a 118 pence per share, or £1.23 billion ($1.50 billion), bid made in June.

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Benzinga

AUGUST 17, 2022

Hill International (NYSE: HIL ) shares are trading higher after Global Infrastructure Solutions (GISI) and the company announced an agreement to merge in an all-cash transaction valued at $173 million. The merger advances GISI strategic objectives of global diversification and expansion of its consulting platform. Hill International benefits from expanded access to operational expertise to accelerate its growth.

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Benchmark Report

AUGUST 17, 2022

Last month, small business sentiment in the U.S. fell to its lowest level in nearly 9-1/2 years due to concerns surrounding inflation. Yet, at the same time, demand for labor remains more substantial than expected as companies continue to pursue growth.

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Marketability 52

Vested

AUGUST 17, 2022

While many investors know about the generous tax benefits associated with SEIS/EIS, business owners are often left thinking their company is ineligible, the application process is too complicated, or it doesn’t benefit their business.

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Reynolds Holding

AUGUST 17, 2022

The Fortune 500 CEO survey in 2021 found that two-thirds of interviewed CEOs consider cybersecurity risk their greatest concern, far greater than the risks presented by political instability or climate change. [1] They are right to be concerned, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), where the process of migrating and integrating data between merging firms can make them particularly vulnerable to sophisticated cyber terrorists.

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Marketability 64