Mon.Feb 06, 2023

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How to Write OKRs: A Step-By-Step Guide

Rhythm Systems

Are you feeling overwhelmed by how your team is measuring success? Are you looking for an easy-to-understand way to set targets and understand progress? Don't worry - Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) are here to save the day. OKRs are a process used by many leading companies to measure progress across departments and divisions, track the big picture, and help teams stay aligned with their overall objectives.

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ESG in 2023: Politics and Polemics

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by David N. Katz, and Laura A. McIntosh, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, on Monday, February 6, 2023 Editor's Note: David N. Katz is a Partner and Laura A. McIntosh is a Consulting Attorney at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. This post is based on their Wachtell memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) and For Whom Corporate Leaders Bargain (discussed on the Foru

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Top 5 Growing Business Industries in Charleston, SC in 2023

Viking Mergers

At Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, we help people all over the Southeast as they prepare to exit a business or acquire a new one. Whether you’re looking for a business or a buyer, the Charleston, South Carolina, area should be on your shortlist. Last year’s 2022 Top States for Doing Business report from Area Development ranked South Carolina #3 overall.

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Does Greater Public Scrutiny Hurt a Firm’s Performance?

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Benjamin Bennett (Tulane University), René M. Stulz (Ohio State University), and Zexi Wang (Lancaster University), on Monday, February 6, 2023 Editor's Note: Benjamin Bennett is Assistant Professor at the Tulane University A.B. Freeman School of Business; René M. Stulz is the Everett D. Reese Chair of Banking and Monetary Economics at the Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University; and Zexi Wang is an Associate Professor at the Lancaster University School of Management

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How to Leverage Intent Data for Better Outcomes

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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Microsoft Threading Needle In Activision Merger Challenges

Law 360 M&A

The Federal Trade Commission's bid to block Microsoft's attempted merger with Activision represents an important test for an agency eager to push antitrust enforcement in a more aggressive direction and turn the tide after a year of stinging failed merger challenges.

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Why Newmont Stock Is Sliding Today

Benzinga

Newmont Corp (NYSE: NEM ) shares are trading lower Monday after the company proposed an all-stock acquisition of Newcrest Mining Ltd (Pink: NCMGY ). What Happened: Newmont said it submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire 100% of the issued share capital of Newcrest via a scheme of arrangement. The proposal would result in a combination on the basis of.38 Newmont shares per.

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Securing the competitiveness of the European chemical industry

Mckinsey and Company

Companies can build on Europe’s intrinsic strengths and play offense in sustainability, while pursuing consolidation and functional excellence.

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National Enquirer Sold In Deal Built By DLA Piper, Paul Weiss

Law 360 M&A

The National Enquirer will be purchased by a joint venture between digital media holding company Vinco Ventures and ICON Publishing from magazine publisher a360 Media, with DLA Piper advising the buyer and Paul Weiss representing the seller, according to a Monday statement.

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Taking off: Scaling complex manufacturing in the aerospace industry

Mckinsey and Company

OEMs in high-complexity, low-volume industries face skyrocketing demand. But it’s now possible to scale production in ways that preserve product portfolios and profitability.

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No FTC Decision On In-House Fight Over Meta-Within Deal

Law 360 M&A

Federal Trade Commission officials ruled out a circuit court appeal Monday after a California federal judge refused to temporarily block Meta's purchase of virtual reality fitness app maker Within Unlimited, but said they haven't made a decision on continuing with an in-house challenge to stop the merger permanently.

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Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statement

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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Consumers care about sustainability—and back it up with their wallets

Mckinsey and Company

A joint study from McKinsey and NielsenIQ examines sales growth for products that claim to be environmentally and socially responsible.

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MSG Entertainment Nixes Adverse Atty Ban For Tao Litigation

Law 360 M&A

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. on Monday said it has partially pulled back its policy of prohibiting attorneys whose firms are engaged in litigation against the company from entering its venues, noting the updated guidelines only affect litigation involving its majority interest in Tao Group Hospitality.

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Vox Media Is Raising $100 Million From Penske Media

NYT M&A

The deal is the latest in a series of acquisitions and investments made by Penske Media, the owner of a swath of entertainment and trade publications including Rolling Stone and Variety.

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Sony Says 'Lard' Of Microsoft's FTC Subpoena Will Cost $2M

Law 360 M&A

In its latest request for more time to respond to Microsoft's subpoena regarding the software giant's planned $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision, Sony finally added some color explaining why it needs another deadline extension.

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Mastering Intent Data: Understanding its Importance & Best Practices

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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Rothschild Family Aims For Full Control of Bank that Bears Its Name

NYT M&A

The family’s investment vehicle said it would offer to buy out other shareholders in Rothschild & Co., the flagship company in the global banking dynasty.

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A balancing act: How trucking companies can find the optimal spot-contract mix

Mckinsey and Company

Road freight carriers and brokers could improve EBIT by 15 to 30 percent by leveraging data for decision making—here’s how.

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Rothschild & Co: bid for weak stock pulls a reverse Goldman

Financial Times M&A

Buyout would make low-profile business even more so as banking dynasty seeks to tighten control

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Mayer Brown Discusses Five Steps for Directors to Consider About Risk Governance

Reynolds Holding

Historically, directors have been protected from personal liability in connection with risk management by the high standard set in the seminal 1996 Caremark [1] case. In recent years, however, courts have held that certain plaintiffs have pled facts sufficient to avoid dismissal of suits seeking to hold directors liable for failing to discharge their oversight duties.

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Will Harvey Schwartz prime Carlyle for a sale?

Financial Times M&A

Plus, the Rothschilds take their investment bank private and shareholders oust Eurazeo’s CEO

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4 areas of focus for financial institutions in early 2023

LaPorte

(authored by RSM US LLP) Despite the lift in financial institutions" net interest margins from unprecedented rate hikes, the headwinds facing the industry through declining macroeconomic conditions are creating unique downside risks for the nation’s banking system. The post 4 areas of focus for financial institutions in early 2023 first appeared on LaPorte.

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How to Build a Risk-Aware Organization? Start at the Top — But Don’t Stop There

Audit Board

How risk aware is your organization? Without risk awareness and communication, organizations can so easily fall into a false sense of security. Often, what is communicated at the board-level in the form of an enterprise risk management plan, is not rooted in what risks are emanating from lower levels in the organization. In other words, there is a gap between the understanding of strategic risks and the underlying operational risks.

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Mercer Capital Announces Promotions of Matt Crow to CEO and Travis Harms to President

Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

Mercer Capital, one of the leading independent business valuation and transaction advisory firms, is proud to announce the promotion of Matthew R. Crow, CFA, ASA to CEO and Travis W. Harms, CFA, CPA/ABV to President. In his new role as CEO, Matt will focus on external development initiatives, including the recruitment of senior professionals, cross-referral relationships with other business.

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AMCON Distributing Company Completes Acquisition of Henry’s Foods, Inc.

Business Wire M&A

OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AMCON Distributing Company (“AMCON” or “the Company”) (NYSE American: DIT), an Omaha, Nebraska-based Convenience Distributor is pleased to announce the closing of its previously announced acquisition of Henry’s Foods, Inc. (“Henry’s”), of Alexandria, Minnesota. “We warmly welcome all of Henry’s leadership team, associates, customers and vendors to our extended AMCON Family,” said Christopher H.

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Challenging Operating & Financing Climate Alters M&A Consideration

Benzinga

The graph shows the makeup of merger consideration for all Cultivation & Retail sector transactions where terms were disclosed. Orange bars show total consideration paid in stock, green indicates cash consideration, and blue depicts other consideration, including earn-outs and seller notes. Stock as a percentage of consideration is highly correlated with deal size.

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Chemical Co. Stahl To Buy Packaging Firm For $205M

Law 360 M&A

Stahl Holdings BV of the Netherlands said Monday it is buying coatings manufacturer Industrial Solutions Group for $205 million, as the chemical company seeks to bolster its packaging business.

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Sun Acquisitions Announces the Sale of Return Logistics to Triumvirate Environmental Inc.

Sun Acquisitions

Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the successful sale of Return Logistics to Triumvirate Environmental Services. Return Logistics International was established in 1996, and currently provides manufacturer returns processing, as well as product and waste destruction and disposal for manufacturers, wholesalers, retail and institutional pharmacies, medical practitioners and dispensers, animal hospitals, animal clinics, and veterinarians.

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Wee-Cig International To Acquire Controlling Interest In The Jamaican Brew House

Benzinga

Wee-Cig International Corporation (OTCPK:WCIG) has entered into a definitive agreement for the acquisition of a controlling interest in The Jamaican Brew House. The Jamaican Brew House has developed a patent pending technology, for a neutral liquid base made from cannabis that can be used in a range of food and beverage applications. JBH plans to begin commercial sales of its products in fiscal 2023.

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Sun Acquisitions Announces the Sale of Thoesen Tractor & Equipment to OKADA AIYON

Sun Acquisitions

Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the successful sale of Thoesen Tractor & Equipment to OKADA AIYON. Since 1969, Thoesen Tractor & Equipment has been a supplier of equipment for steel making, scrap, recycling, construction, attachments, and parts. They specialize in component and full machine rebuilding. Since 1960, OKADA AIYON began in sales, repair, and assembly of pneumatic breakers and other construction machines domestically.

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Why Vinco Ventures Stock Is Rallying Today

Benzinga

Vinco Ventures Inc (NASDAQ: BBIG ) shares are trading higher Monday after VVIP Ventures announced it entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement with magazine publisher a360 Media to acquire the National Enquirer, the National Examiner and Globe. What To Know: VVIP Ventures is a joint venture between Vinco Ventures and ICON Publishing, LLC. The transaction includes the acquisition of all print and digital assets and owned intellectual property of the National Enquirer (both U.S. and U.K. editions),

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Sun Acquisitions Announces the Sale of Trouvaille Med Spa to MedSpa Partners Inc.

Sun Acquisitions

CHICAGO, IL ­- February 6, 2023 – Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the successful sale of Trouvaille Med Spa to MedSpa Partners Inc. Through the acquisition of Trouvaille Med Spa, MedSpa Partners Inc. continues their goal of acquiring and integrating leading medical aesthetics clinics, enabling medical professionals in their subsidiaries to achieve personal and professional goals while creating world-class customer experiences by networking support, collaboration, and community.

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Dueling Dissolution Petitions Beget Dissolution Without Consideration of Alternate Remedies

Farrel Fritz

This blog frequently covers cases considering a shareholder’s request to dissolve a corporation under New York’s oppression-based corporate dissolution statute, BCL 1104-a. That statute allows a shareholder to petition for dissolution of a corporation on the grounds that those in control of the corporation have engaged in “illegal, fraudulent or oppressive actions,” ( BCL 1104-a[a][1] ), or that the “property or assets of the corporation are being looted, wasted, or diverted for non-corporate p

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Cost Optimization Strategies for Resilient Growth

Trout CPA

The overall economic outlook is uncertain, costs continue to rise, and supply chain disruption persists. How can businesses enable new growth and find competitive advantage?

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Illumina boosts spending on US lobbying amid opposition to Grail acquisition

Financial Times M&A

Genome sequencing company paid firms $14.

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Benchmark International Named Best Global Middle-market M&a Specialists 2023

Benchmark Report

Benchmark International has been named Best Global Middle-Market M&A Specialists by the Global 100 for 2023. We are proud to say that we also won this award in 2022.