Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Posted by Maria Castañón Moats, Paul DeNicola, Stephen G. Parker, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 Editor's Note: Maria Castañón Moats is Leader, Paul DeNicola is Principal, and Stephen Parker is a Partner, at the Governance Insights Center, at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. We’re living in an era of unforeseen events that give rise to risks, including geographic conflicts and a “black swan” event—something so unpredictable that

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Rhythm Systems

DECEMBER 13, 2022

OKRs are an essential part of any successful organization. They help align everyone around common goals and objectives. But what exactly are OKRs? And why do we need them? Let’s look at how OKRs work and why they’re such an effective tool for creating a high-performing team, but many don’t know how to properly write objectives and key results to effectively align teams to your 3-5 year strategic plan.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Posted by Lucian A. Bebchuk (Harvard Law School), and Scott Hirst (Boston University), on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 Editor's Note: Lucian Bebchuk is the James Barr Ames Professor of Law, Economics, and Finance and Director of the Program on Corporate Governance at Harvard Law School. Scott Hirst is Associate Professor of Law at Boston University. This post is based on their recent paper.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Tandem Diabetes Care Inc (NASDAQ: TNDM ) has agreed to acquire AMF Medical SA , the privately held Swiss developer of the investigational Sigi Patch Pump. It is designed to be an ergonomic, rechargeable patch pump that reduces the burden of managing diabetes through. Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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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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Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Posted by Brian Breheny, Raquel Fox, Joseph Yaffe, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 Editor's Note: Brian Breheny , Raquel Fox and Joseph Yaffe are Partners at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. This post is based on their Skadden memorandum. Consider New DGCL Amendments Permitting Officer Exculpation.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Prima acqui red Prospect Farms. Together, they form Uplifter Brands, PBC , a CPG house of brands across personal care, supplements, spa and hospitality, private label, and pet wellness. The acquisition gives Prima ownership of Prospect Farms, a USDA Certified Organic hemp farm and manufacturing complex. With over 250-acres of regenerative cultivation, the farm holds a greenhouse, pharmaceutical-grade filing system, and on-site lab.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 13, 2022

One of the top short squeeze candidates of 2022 is no longer a candidate for high short interest with a buyout offer taking the company private after being public for 16 months. What Happened: Outdoor grilling company Weber Inc (NYSE: WEBR ) had been a popular short squeeze candidate with the stock seeing high short interest and a high cost to borrow.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Can European businesses achieve a competitive position in the global solar-PV supply chain and strengthen Europe’s energy transition and resilience? It’s challenging but a potential pathway exists.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Former CNN head Jeff Zucker is joining forces with Paul Hastings-led Middle Eastern firm International Media Investment to launch Red Bird IMI, a sports and entertainment investment joint venture, using $1 billion in secured capital for its launch, according to a Tuesday announcement.

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Machen McChesney

DECEMBER 13, 2022

If you own a business, you may wonder if you’re eligible to take the qualified business income (QBI) deduction. Sometimes this is referred to as the pass-through deduction or the Section 199A deduction.

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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

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Activist Alison Mariella Désir dismantles the Whiteness of long-distance running and the dangers of taking up space as a Black person in America: “There’s nothing micro about these aggressions.”.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The Saudi bank backing Credit Suisse’s turnround strategy and Apollo’s pitch to wealthy equity investors

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Counsel for parties in two consolidated stockholder lawsuits alleging CBS' $30 billion merger with Viacom in 2019 was unfair are bickering in Delaware Chancery Court over when separate trials will be held, and whether they can be completed in the five days allotted by the court for each.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Based on past successes within the world’s third-largest start-up ecosystem, two innovation leaders see technological and cultural change as catalysts for future growth.

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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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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The Rev. Jesse Jackson has thrown his weight and that of his social justice organization behind Standard General's planned $8.6 billion takeover of broadcast company Tegna, saying the hedge fund CEO had their full support following a "careful and scrupulous review of his record on diversity and inclusion.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 13, 2022

As software transforms every industry, leaders must turn to a new playbook.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Japanese pharmaceutical company Takeda on Tuesday agreed to pay as much as $6 billion to acquire from Nimbus Therapeutics the business unit housing a drug that is being evaluated for the treatment of autoimmune diseases including psoriasis, in a transaction advised by Goodwin Procter and Cleary Gottlieb.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Investment by group comes weeks after it spent $1bn buying junk bonds tied to its takeover of Citrix

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N Contracts

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Worried you’re missing a key regulatory development? Unclear on what regulatory change means for your institution?

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 13, 2022

High prices and low expectations: The job market still may be strong, but lingering economic conditions are taking a toll on the outlook of American households.

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National Law Review M&A

DECEMBER 13, 2022

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Start-ups are shifting their focus from fast-paced growth toward sustainable economics amid global headwinds. Four prominent European venture capitalists discuss how founders and funders can play the long game.

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LaPorte

DECEMBER 13, 2022

(authored by RSM US LLP) IRS releases procedures to adopt new rules for capitalizing research & experimental and software development costs. The post IRS issues method change procedures for sec. 174 R&E expenditures first appeared on LaPorte.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 13, 2022

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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JPAbusiness

DECEMBER 13, 2022

There are several foundational systems required by most businesses to operate effectively. In our ebook, Business Systems and Processes , we focused on six key business systems and their related processes and procedures, and examined how they contribute to a business model’s success. As part of the ebook we created a checklist to help business owners and managers review the strength of these six core systems and related processes in your own businesses, and identify gaps and issues impacting you

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Grocers need to develop sustainability transition plans and think more broadly about the role they can play in encouraging change across the full value chain.

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RNC

DECEMBER 13, 2022

How did we help creditors estimate the realizable value of the plant & machinery assets? Introduction. A Company having its textile polyester yarn factory in a western Indian state started suffering losses & became insolvent. The company struggled to stay afloat & could not service its debts & became a Non-performing asset account with the banks & other financial institutions.

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Peak Business Valuation

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Since the pandemic, the shoe manufacturing industry is experiencing growth. With steady demand for footwear, many manufacturers brought production back in-house with global shutdowns during 2020. However, increasing inflation is causing product prices to increase. These and many more factors impact the value of a shoe and footwear manufacturing business.

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Midstreet Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2022

With so many finance terms and acronyms floating around, it can be difficult to keep track of what they all mean. Perhaps even more difficult is keeping track of which ones actually apply to you.

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LaPorte

DECEMBER 13, 2022

(authored by RSM US LLP) Proposed improvements to leases guidance on related party arrangements. The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has issued a proposed Accounting Standards Update. The post Proposed improvements to leases guidance on related party arrangements first appeared on LaPorte.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Flexible workspace provider WillScot Mobile Mini announced late on Tuesday that it will sell its U.K. storage company to portable buildings business Algeco for approximately £335 million ($440 million) in cash, in a deal led by Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Shares of Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE ) have been rallying in Tuesday’s trading. The company’s product pipeline and new launches offset the COVID-19 uncertainty in 2023, according to Goldman Sachs. The Analyst: Chris Shibutani upgraded the rating for Pfizer from Neutral to Buy, while raising the price target from $47 to $60. The Thesis: The New.

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Benchmark Report

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Benchmark International successfully facilitated the transaction of Coastal Packaging and Lachemont Group. Coastal Packaging is a custom packaging and liner covers company offering turnkey, flexible packaging specializing in plain and printed roll stock for form fill and seal machines, open mouth bags, custom fit container liners, and pallet covers.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Mydecine Innovations Group Inc. (OTC: MYCOF ), a biotech company engineering next-gen psychedelic therapeutics, announced that it has closed the sale of all of issued and outstanding shares of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Mindleap Health Inc. to PanGenomic Health Inc., a precision health company delivering personalized, evidence-based information on natural treatments through technology platforms.

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