Machen McChesney

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Below are federal payroll tax rates and benefits contribution limits for 2023.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Posted by Ted Sikora, NACD, on Friday, February 10, 2023 Editor's Note: Ted Sikora is a Project Manager, Surveys and Business Analytics at NACD. This post is based on his NACD publication. If 2020 was the year of the COVID-19 pandemic and 2021 was the year of building toward recovery, 2022 offered little respite for directors overseeing companies amid a chaotic business environment.

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IVSC

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In April, the IVSC’s standards boards will publish details of proposed updates to the International Valuation Standards (IVS). The IVS are regularly updated to reflect changing market and practitioner needs, with the last update introduced in January 2022. The proposed changes will be set out in an Exposure Draft which will go out for consultation over a twelve-week period.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Posted by the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance, on Friday, February 10, 2023 Editor's Note: This roundup contains a collection of the posts published on the Forum during the week of February 3-9, 2023 Investing in Influence: Investors, Portfolio Firms, and Political Giving Posted by Raymond Fisman (Boston University), on Friday, February 3, 2023 Tags: Corporate governance , Institutional Investors , PAC , Russell 2000 , S&P 500 , Shareholders Global Corporate Credit ESG Engag

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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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Benzinga

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Amazon.Com, Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN ) engaged with Times Internet to explore the acquisition of MX Player , one of India's largest on-demand video streaming services. The financial terms of the transaction remain undisclosed, TechCrunch reports. At least two more players, including Zee and Sony Group Corp (NYSE: SONY ), shared an interest in acquiring MX Player.

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Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's top lawyer on Friday called for regulators to "build a better mousetrap" for reviewing bank merger transactions, saying there's a greater chance that harmful mergers will get approved if the current review framework isn't updated.

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Appraisers Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

On October 13, 2022, the Appraisal Subcommittee discovered a data breach that occurred on the new ASC.gov website. The incident involved Social Security Numbers. They made an announcement on January 24, 2023 and have contacted all State Appraiser Regulatory Agencies concerning the data breach. They are also notifying all individuals whose Personal Identifiable Information had potential for exposure.

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Benzinga

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Indie Semiconductor, Inc (NASDAQ: INDI ) agreed to acquire GEO Semiconductor, Inc , a video processors maker for automotive cameras, for $180 million. The purchase consideration comprised $90 million in cash plus 12 million Indie shares. The shares were worth $95 million based on the February 8 closing of $7.92. The consideration included an earnout provision of up to $90 million.

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Mckinsey and Company

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Tools that enable more agile and transparent financial management can help government leaders tie resources directly to mission outcomes, boosting the impact of taxpayer funds.

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Finance 88

Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Spotify stock was up more than 3% as of market close Friday following reports that San Francisco-based activist investment firm ValueAct has amassed a stake in the Swedish audio streaming giant.

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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

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Serving China’s huge and growing meat market requires a deep understanding of its shifting meat consumption profile.

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Marketability 92

Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

A Massachusetts expert witness consulting firm says it's owed $2.2 million in connection with Twitter's litigation with Elon Musk, in the latest suit alleging Twitter failed to pay its bills after the billionaire's acquisition of the company.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

If I’ve never said this before in a blog post, I want to express unequivocally how the RIA team at Mercer Capital really appreciates our clients. Yes, everyone in professional services appreciates that their clients support their careers. For us, however, there’s more to it. We are, after all, analysts. We could pursue the valuation trade in any number of industries, and some of us (me included).

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Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

A public defender's representation of the accused University of Idaho murderer after prior representation of a victim's parent doesn't constitute a violation of conflict of interest rules, but the case prompts ethical questions about navigating client conflicts in small-town criminal defense and big-city corporate law alike, say Hilary Gerzhoy and Charles Loeser at HWG.

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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

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Preclinical development can benefit from advances to accelerate innovation, unlock value, and improve quality.

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Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

European enforcers said Friday they have cleared a planned joint venture between Deutsche Telekom AG, Orange SA, Telefónica SA and Vodafone Group plc to provide targeted online digital advertising services, after finding the project does not raise competition concerns.

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Avanade

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The 2023 Sitecore MVP Awards recognizes 8 Avanade strategists, technologists, and ambassadors who have excelled in and are passionate about the Sitecore platform and community.

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Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Two groups of shareholders and their attorney teams are vying to lead a consolidated shareholder suit in Delaware Chancery Court challenging the fairness of Discovery Inc.'s $43 billion merger last year with AT&T's WarnerMedia business, which created Warner Bros. Discovery Inc.

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Appraiser Newsroom

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

By Patti J. Geolat, ASA For many, it’s truly the most wonderful time of the year, a time to buy pricey romantic gifts, engagement, and wedding rings. And, whenever one is considering the purchase or sale of gems or jewelry, it’s critical to make sure the appraisal is based on the Four C’s of Gems & Jewelry, as compiled by ASA: Competent –Accredited appraisers have the education, experience, and professionalism to solve whatever valuation questions a buyer may have.

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Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In this week's Taxation With Representation, CVS Health acquires a senior-focused clinic operator, Brookfield Reinsurance buys Argo Group International, Holcim targets Duro-Last, and two cryptocurrency companies plan to merge.

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Chris Mercer

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

On Wednesday, I celebrated a milestone birthday involving the numbers 5 and 7, and not in that order. It was a great day personally, with family for dinner, and at the office. As much for me as my readers, I thought I’d share a few thoughts about this milestone day. I suppose this post is as much or more for me as for my readers, but it is not every day that one of us turns 75.

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Benzinga

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

BEDFORD, Mass., Feb. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Berkshire Grey Inc. (NASDAQ: BGRY ), ("Berkshire Grey" or the "Company"), a leader in AI-enabled robotic solutions that automate supply chain processes, today confirmed that it has received a non-binding indication of interest from SoftBank Group Corp. ("SoftBank") to acquire all of the outstanding capital stock of the Company for $1.30 per share in cash.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In this 5-minute video, originally recorded for Mercer Capital’s Family Business On-Demand Resource Center, Bryce Erickson addresses the topic of oil and gas mineral/royalty rights. He explains what they are and what they aren’t, the basic framework and investment processes, and key drivers and risks associated with value. Click here to watch the video (you will be redirected to www.

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Benzinga

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Otonomo Technologies Ltd (NASDAQ: OTMO ), a platform powering the mobility economy, and Urgent.ly, Inc , a digital roadside and mobility assistance technology provider, agreed to merge in an all-stock transaction. Urgently expects to list the shares. Full story available on Benzinga.

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Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The hotel industry in the United States is growing which is certainly good news for hotel owners intending to sell a hotel business. In 2022 there were at least 132, 228 hotels and motels scattered across the U.S., 8.3% more than in 2021. Forecasts are predicting that in 2023 there will be nearly 2,934 hotel openings across the globe, up from 2,246 opened in 2021.

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Benzinga

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Canadian biopharma psychedelics company Cube Psytech Holdings agreed to acquire Translational Life Sciences (TLS). Cube will issue about 50% of its outstanding shares, warrants and options to shareholders, directors and employees of TLS in exchange for 100% of its outstanding share capital. This will result in TLS's acquiring one-third of the share capital in Cube.

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Benchmark Report

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Benchmark International’s very own Kendall Stafford has been named to the Top 50 M&A Investment Bankers (Americas Dealmakers) by the Global M&A Network’s M&A Atlas Awards. Kendall is the managing partner of our Austin, Texas, office. You can learn more about her impressive background here.

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Benzinga

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Global Payments Inc (NYSE: GPN ) reported fourth-quarter FY22 adjusted net revenue growth of 2% year-on-year (4% Y/Y in constant currency) to $2.02 billion, beating the consensus of $2.01 billion. The adjusted operating margin expanded 240 basis points to 44.4%. Adjusted EPS of $2.42 beat the consensus of $2.41. Global Payments held $1.998 billion in cash and equivalents.

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Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission paused its challenge to Meta's purchase of virtual reality fitness app maker Within Unlimited on Friday, amid speculation over whether the agency, for the first time in over 30 years, would continue fighting a deal in-house after losing a federal court challenge.

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Benzinga

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Pune, India, Feb. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global electric vehicle market size is projected to grow worth USD 154.90 billion in 2028, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28.1% from 2021 to 2028. This growth is driven by the need to reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources and support the global push for sustainable development, as outlined by the United Nations.

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Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Volatility in the cryptocurrency sector has dampened market sentiment and led total deal values to plummet in 2022, as investors seek more conservative strategies and attorneys voice increasingly diverging opinions about the industry's future.

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Benzinga

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Chicago, Feb. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As per the new market research report published by MarketsandMarkets, " Cell Culture Market Size, Growth by Product (Consumables (Media, Serum, Reagent, Vessels), Equipment (Bioreactor, Centrifuge, Incubator)), Application (Vaccines, mAbs, Diagnostics, Tissue Engineering), End User (Pharma, Biotech, Hospital) - Global Forecast to 2026 ", the global Cell Culture market in terms of revenue was estimated to be worth $22.8 billion in 2021 and is poi

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Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Although the Federal Trade Commission's proposed noncompete ban includes a narrow exemption for some businesses sold by owners, it fails to recognize the significant and detrimental impact that limiting restrictive covenants would have on small and midsize mergers and acquisitions, say Adam Gersh and Mariel Giletto at Flaster Greenberg.

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Benzinga

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Refreshing USA, LLC ("Refreshing USA") has entered into a merger agreement with Integrated Wellness Acquisition Corp (NYSE: WEL ) The combined company, which will be named Refreshing USA, will have an implied Pro-forma enterprise value of approximately $197.97 million with up to approximately $105.78 million in additional cash, assuming no redemptions by Integrated Wellness' public shareholders Current Refreshing USA shareholders will retain 100% of their equity and will continue to own app

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