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Forecasting Future Fraud: Q&A With Joanne Horton Of Warwick Business School

Global Finance

Global Finance: Can you briefly describe what your model does? Joanne Horton: Yes. Weve got what we think is a rather exciting model, which we describe in a working paper, that helps forecast in advance the likelihood that a firm will go on to commit accounting fraud. Whats the likelihood that fraud will take place in the future? Theres lots of motivation, obviously, because a lot of fraud takes place: few cases, but each one is very expensive.

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Prada edges closer to buying Versace for about €1.5bn

Financial Times M&A

A deal would unite two of Italys best known luxury fashion brands

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Appetite For Alternative Assets Grows In Private Banking

Global Finance

Wealthy investors are expected to look beyond stocks and bonds, prompting private banks to expand offerings and expertise. Publicly traded stocks and bonds have been great investments over the last 15 years, but wealthy investors are increasingly looking for alternatives to what the public securities markets offer them. Whether from fear that public stocks are overvalued, that inflation will rise again, or that market volatility will increase going forward, wealthy investors want a change from t

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Clearlake to buy majority stake in ModMed that values it at $5.3bn

Financial Times M&A

Deal for health software company would be most valuable leveraged buyout in the healthcare sector this year

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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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India: Shapoorji Pallonji Eyes Private Credit Deal

Global Finance

Indias Shapoorji Pallonji (SP) Group, a construction and real estate conglomerate, is negotiating with global private credit funds to raise $3.3 billion, marking the countrys largest local currency private debt deal. The funds will be used to refinance existing debt. The group is controlled by billionaire Shapoor Pallonji Mistry, whose family ranks as the 13th richest in India, according to Forbes.

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7-Eleven owner set to replace its leader with first foreign CEO

Financial Times M&A

Japans Seven & i expected to act after options narrow to takeover by Canadas Couche-Tard or forging new path

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Comment on HUD Investigation Leads to Illegal Break-In & Evidence Tampering by Kenneth Mullinix

Appraisers Blog

How HUD’s Investigations Are Failing AppraisersAnd What Must Change By Kenneth J. Mullinix The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is waging an aggressive and flawed campaign against real estate appraisers, with an estimated 1,300 appraisers currently under investigation. While regulatory oversight is necessary, HUDs investigative process is plagued by procedural violations, lack of transparency, and due process failures that put livelihoods at risk.

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CIBC Completes Asset Sale In The Caribbean

Global Finance

After more than three years, CIBC Caribbean wrapped up its segment of a groupwide efficiency drive last month with the successful transfer of its Saint Maarten operations to Orco Bank. The divestment drive began in October 2021; since then, CIBC has sold operations in Aruba, Curaao, Dominica, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, as well. Our country divestment program is now over, said CIBC Caribbeans CEO Mark St.

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How Accurate Are Corporate AI Disclosures?

Reynolds Holding

Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a general purpose technology (GPT) with the potential to transform industries. As a result, the potential benefits of AI give firms strong reasons to adopt it but also provides opportunities to exaggerate their investments in it. Unlike previous GPTs such as the steam engine or electricity, which required investments in physical infrastructure, AI depends heavily on intangible investments, including human capital, organizational restructuring, and fir

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ING acquires stake in Van Lanschot Kempen

Benzinga

ING acquires stake in Van Lanschot Kempen ING announced today that it has reached an agreement with Reggeborgh Groep B.V. on the acquisition of a 17.6% stake in Van Lanschot Kempen N.V., a specialist wealth manager serving Private, Institutional and Investment banking clients, operating predominantly in the Netherlands and Belgium. Together with an existing 2.7% stake, ING will hold a 20.3% stake in Van Lanschot Kempen after completion of the transaction.

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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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Davis Polk Discusses FinCEN Extension of Beneficial Ownership Reporting Deadline

Reynolds Holding

FinCEN announced that it will not impose fines or penalties on companies that do not submit their beneficial ownership information reports by the upcoming deadline of March 21, 2025. The agency will issue an interim final rule to establish new reporting deadlines no later than March 21 and intends to revise theBeneficial Ownership Information Reporting Rulethis year to reduce burdens for small businesses.

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The Green Investment Puzzle

Global Finance

Investors are eager to spend trillions on energy transition, but too much money is piling into mature projects, while high-risk innovations struggle to attract backing. Will there be enough money in the world to save the planet? The answer to this urgent question is not straightforward. Big-picture prognosticators name staggering sums needed to finance a greener futureand equally daunting shortfalls in securing them.

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Sponsor-Controller Cleared of Conflicts in Sale Near Fund’s Term End

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Gail Weinstein, Steven J. Steinman, and Steven Epstein, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP, on Sunday, March 2, 2025 Editor's Note: Gail Weinstein is a Senior Counsel, Steven J. Steinman is a Partner, and Steven Epstein is Managing Partner, at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP. This post is based on a Fried Frank memorandum by Ms.

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US Carmakers Brace For Tariffs

Global Finance

While Mexico and Canada have secured a one-month reprieve from the Trump administrations 25% tariff hike, US automakers and parts manufacturers remain on edge, awaiting further developments in the trade dispute among the three nations. Given the deep integration of the US auto industrys supply chain with its northern and southern neighbors, any tariff increase after the pause would come at a significant cost.

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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.