Tue.Sep 26, 2023

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Institutional Investors, Climate Disclosure, and Carbon Emissions

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Shira Cohen (San Diego State University), Igor Kadach (University of Navarra, IESE Business School), and Gaizka Ormazabal (University of Navarra, IESE Business School), on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 Editor's Note: Shira Cohen is an Assistant Professor of Business at Fowler College of Business, San Diego State University. Igor Kadach is an Assistant Professor of Accounting and Control, and Gaizka Ormazabal is an Associate Professor of Accounting and Control, both at the University of N

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The trading opportunity that could create resilience in materials

Mckinsey and Company

The energy transition is spurring unprecedented market volatility and uncertainty. Here’s how traders, producers, and broader energy players can prepare.

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Potentially Unfinished Leadership Business from the McDonald’s Decisions

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Michael W. Peregrine (McDermott Will & Emery) and Charles W. Elson (University of Delaware), on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 Editor's Note: Michael W. Peregrine is a Partner at McDermott Will & Emery LLP, and Charles W. Elson is the Founding Director of the Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance and Woolard Chair in Corporate Governance (ret.) at the University of Delaware.

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Comment on Bias and Discrimination in Reports, Yes or No? by Dan

Appraisers Blog

When a appraiser excludes homes under a mile away that are comparable and sold less than a year ago, cherry picks homes 4 miles away that were sold 2 years ago to lower an appraisal, and does this in a diverse area. The question of racial bias is valid. Not only is the appraiser liable, but the lender is to, according to the DOJ, since the lender is responsible for identifying a appraisal with bias flags.

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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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Can managers be taught to care about their people?

JPAbusiness

"Great business leaders truly care about their people as much as they care about the output their people produce." That's the view of international executive coach Kevin Catlin. In our ebook, Surfer dudes, janitors and the Ritz-Carlton , we asked Kevin: Q. Can a business leader be 'taught to care' about their people? KEVIN: Yes and no, but I am not certain they have to in most organisations.

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Taxing the Metaverse

Reynolds Holding

The metaverse has gained popularity following Facebook (Meta)’s announcement that it would bring the “Metaverse” to life and the excitement around cryptocurrency and NFTs. The metaverse acts as a social network where people participate in virtual activities, like purchasing digital real estate with digital currencies. Economic activity spans from buying and purchasing virtual goods, to offering virtual services such as legal counseling and accounting.

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Disney/Comcast: tug of war for Hulu ropes in House of Mouse

Financial Times M&A

Under 2019 agreement both companies agreed that either side could initiate a sale or purchase of all of company from January 2024

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The McKinsey Crossword: What the L? | No. 147

Mckinsey and Company

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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Cannabis Co. Talarya Brands Acquires New Cultivation Facility, Closes Financing Round

Benzinga

Cannabis company Talarya Brands announced this week that it has acquired a state-of-the-art indoor cultivation facility, marking a significant advancement in production capabilities for its Cream of the Crop and West Coast Trading Company brands. This strategic acquisition is poised to substantiate the brand's production efficacy and fortify its market presence.

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How CEOs Can Leverage AI

Rhythm Systems

Learn how CEOs can leverage AI to create actionable annual plans, SMART goals within seconds and provide their organization with a 24/7 accessible business coach.

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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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Why Is Rare Liver Disease Focused Intercept Pharmaceuticals Stock Trading Higher Today?

Benzinga

Italy-based Alfasigma has agreed to acquire Intercept Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ: ICPT ) for $19.00 per share in cash. The purchase price represents a premium of 82% to Intercept's closing stock price on September 25, 2023. The anticipated transaction will materially expand Alfasigma's gastrointestinal and hepatology portfolio and its presence in the U.S. market.

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Comment on Mortgage Application Volume Nearing Historic Low by Johnny Q

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Retired Appraiser. I don’t think that anybody said that but, if you read the sixth paragraph, it should become evident that the actions of this administration created and impelled the current state of affairs in our industry.

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Amazon Spends Up To $4B On AI Startup Anthropic, Analysts Explore Deal Prospects

Benzinga

Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN ) announced a strategic investment of as much as $4 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) startup Anthropic. The deal underscores how the tech behemoth seeks to unlock the potential of AI across its business. As part of the deal, Anthropic has agreed to use AWS as its primary cloud partner. Anthropic's AI assistant, Claude, is a rival of ChatGPT , which boasted 100 million monthly active users in January — just two months after its launch — and at

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Comment on Mortgage Application Volume Nearing Historic Low by Dave

Appraisers Blog

Many of the smaller local banks who used to order appraisals directly are now switching to AMCs and firing most of their mortgage processors due to the low volume. It’s getting harder and harder to find non AMC mortgage work. Is anyone else seeing this trend?

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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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Olympique Lyonnais seeks to raise €300mn and sell assets in turnaround push

Financial Times M&A

New owner John Textor says he wants to sell ‘non-core assets to focus on football’

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Unlocking operational evolution: The zero-basing philosophy

Mckinsey and Company

Zero-basing transcends cost cutting—offering leaders visibility into operations, investment, and growth strategies.

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Comment on Mortgage Application Volume Nearing Historic Low by mark

Appraisers Blog

You must be young. These trends have been at work for the 46 years that I have been an appraiser. Lenders have employed a variety of arguments to try to eliminate real appraisals including meaningless political attacks that obscure the real issues.

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Housing prices set a record as consumer confidence dips

LaPorte

(authored by RSM US LLP) Housing prices set a record in July, according to the S&P CoreLogic Index, rising by 0.87% on a seasonally adjusted basis. August's new home sales, however, dropped by a sharp 8.7%, erasing the entire increase from July, which was revised up to an 8% gain from 4.4%. The post Housing prices set a record as consumer confidence dips first appeared on LaPorte.

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Comment on Mortgage Application Volume Nearing Historic Low by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

In reply to mark. Quite right Mark. The issue is complicated. I’m tired of hearing the pundits argue that ‘rates used to be xx%’, and what not. Homes were a fifth the price and real wages may have been less, but they were not a fifth of what they are today, the proportions were far better balanced. I like to coin the issue as ‘rate shock’ People will eventually get over it and face the hard realities that they need to save more, borrow less, and lead a more thrifty

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The economics of another U.S. government shutdown

LaPorte

(authored by RSM US LLP) A shutdown will hurt the economy, placing a drag on spending and overall economic activity as we approach the traditional holiday season. The post The economics of another U.S. government shutdown first appeared on LaPorte.

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Comment on Mortgage Application Volume Nearing Historic Low by That Scott Guy

Appraisers Blog

Per the Mortgage Bankers Association, the loan application volume is at another low point in our history forcing many appraisers to retire.

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How to Value a Medical Practice

Peak Business Valuation

Medical practices are businesses that provide assessments and care for individuals with health concerns. These services are provided by medical professionals who have a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree. IBIS World notes that there are over 140,000 medical practices throughout the United States. These businesses generate over $61 billion dollars in revenue each year.

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FAT Brands Forays Into Barbecue Business, Scoops Up Smokey Bones Barbecue Chain

Benzinga

FAT Brands Inc (NASDAQ: FAT ) disclosed the acquisition of Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill restaurant chain from Sun Capital Partners, Inc.'s affiliate for $30 million. With the acquisition, the company forays into the barbecue business and expands its portfolio of polished dining chains, including Twin Peaks. Related : Full story available on Benzinga.

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Nucleus Completes £242M Deal For Pension Provider

Law 360 M&A

Nucleus Financial, which runs retirement platforms for financial advisers, has completed its £242 million ($295 million) deal to buy Curtis Banks, a provider of self-invested personal pension plans, the companies said Tuesday.

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Good Debt vs. Bad Debt: Know the Difference to Fund Your Startup Wisely

Lighter Capital

For tech startups that need capital to grow fast when opportunity arises, there are two main funding paths to choose from: debt and equity. Equity funding from angel investors or venture firms, which requires selling a stake in the company in exchange for capital, is seen as high-risk, high-reward, and it comes with a certain prestige. Though equity funding does have advantages for certain startups, it also has disadvantages.

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Why Law Firm ESG Is Likely Here To Stay

Law 360 M&A

As backlash to institutional efforts around environmental, social and corporate governance spreads in the U.S., experts say law firms are likely to take a long-term view and continue focusing on ESG principles, even if some of the wording and messaging around those efforts may change.

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10 Reasons for a Business Valuation

Biz Equity

Knowing what your business is worth is important at all stages of the business lifecycle, not just when you’re preparing to sell or retire. The problem is, the traditional business valuation method was manual, time-consuming, and expensive (around $8,000).

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The 2023 Law360 Pulse Social Impact Leaders

Law 360 M&A

Check out our Social Impact Leaders ranking, analysis and interactive graphics to see which firms stand out for their engagement with social responsibility and commitment to pro bono service.

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FCF Biotech Venture Capital Monitor – USA 08/2023 published

Fox Corporate Finance

FCF Fox Corporate Finance GmbH is delighted to publish the new “FCF Biotech Venture Capital Monitor – USA 08/2023”. The Monitor is a monthly published overview of venture capital trends in the US-Biotech sector. As. Read more The post FCF Biotech Venture Capital Monitor – USA 08/2023 published appeared first on FCF Fox Corporate Finance GmbH.

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Goodwin M&A Atty Brings STEM Background To Pillsbury

Law 360 M&A

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP has announced the hire of a former Goodwin Proctor LLP partner with numerous multi-billion-dollar deals under her belt, especially in the life sciences.

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The CEO’s Approach to Effective People Management

Rhythm Systems

Learn how to simplify performance management to track the right KPIs, provide goal clarity and engage and retain top talent.

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Comment on Mortgage Application Volume Nearing Historic Low by mark

Appraisers Blog

Per the Mortgage Bankers Association, the loan application volume is at another low point in our history forcing many appraisers to retire.

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Unleash Peak Performance: The Power of Performance Habits

Rhythm Systems

Learn why building a peak-performing company can accelerate your growth and the necessary performance habits to get there.

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Comment on Mortgage Application Volume Nearing Historic Low by Jack Of All Trades

Appraisers Blog

Per the Mortgage Bankers Association, the loan application volume is at another low point in our history forcing many appraisers to retire.