Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Posted by Maria Castañón Moats, Stephen G. Parker, Tracey-Lee Brown, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 Editor's Note: Maria Castañón Moats is a Leader; Stephen Parker is a Partner; and Tracey-Lee Brown is a Director at the Governance Insights Center, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Today’s boards are increasingly being asked to up their game—by regulators, investors, and proxy advisors.

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Reynolds Holding

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Investors are increasingly incorporating assessments of companies’ performance on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues in their portfolio decisions. The global assets under management of the signatories to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) have grown from about $20 trillion in 2010 to about $121 trillion in 2021. [1].

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Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Posted by Leo E. Strine, Jr. (University of Pennsylvania), on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 Editor's Note: Leo E. Strine, Jr. is the Michael L. Wachter Distinguished Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School; Senior Fellow, Harvard Program on Corporate Governance; Of Counsel, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz; and former Chief Justice and Chancellor, the State of Delaware.

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Appraisers Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The VA will now be required to encourage hybrid appraisals. If you are a VA Appraiser, here’s a bit of news you need to keep tabs on. Senate Passes VA Appraisal Modernization Measure – theMReport.com The U.S. Senate has announced the passage of HR 7735, the Improving Access to the VA Home Loan Benefit Act of 2022. Under the terms of HR 7735, sponsored by Sen.

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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 21, 2022

Posted by Martha Carter, Sean Quinn, and Sydney Carlock, Teneo, on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 Editor's Note: Martha Carter is Vice Chair & Head of Governance Advisory, Sean Quinn is a Senior Managing Director, and Sydney Carlock is a Managing Director at Teneo. This post is based on a Teneo memorandum by Ms. Carter, Mr. Quinn, Ms. Carlock, and Matt Filosa.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 21, 2022

A private consumer lawsuit alleged Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT ) - Activision Blizzard, Inc (NASDAQ: ATVI ) deal of unlawfully stifling competition in the video game industry. The California federal court lawsuit followed the U.S. Federal Trade Commission suit seeking to stop Microsoft, owner of the Xbox console, from completing the largest-ever acquisition in the video-gaming market, Reuters Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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The Guardian M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Support comes on top of £1.1bn paid to handle collapsed energy firm’s administration costs The UK government has committed to provide up to £4.5bn to fund the takeover of the collapsed energy company Bulb by its rival Octopus. Bulb spent more than a year in a state-handled administration and its 1.5 million customers transferred to Octopus on Tuesday night.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

To limit the risk of lawsuits and make the workplace a more welcoming environment for female attorneys, it is important to reflect on lawyers' recent discrimination and sexual harassment claims against law firms and public employers, says Hope Comisky at Griesing Law.

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Brian DeChesare

DECEMBER 21, 2022

We’re at the end of another year, and, in many ways, 2022 was quite disastrous. Just look at the financial markets, the crypto meltdown, deal volume at banks, inflation, energy prices, Russia/Ukraine, supply chains, and the hiring environment in tech and finance. All these factors resulted in one of my worst years in terms of both business performance and portfolio performance….

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Musings on Markets

DECEMBER 21, 2022

If, as you read this post, it feels like you have read it or a close variant before, it is because you have. Each year, ahead of teaching my classes at NYU's Stern School of Business in the spring, I invite readers to accompany me on my journey, and this year is no different. Starting in late January 2023, I will be back in the classroom, teaching valuation and corporate finance to the MBAs and valuation to the undergraduates, and these classes will continue through May 2023.

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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 21, 2022

Changing consumer and merchant habits are creating opportunities for logistics companies—if they can cater to new needs and meet more exacting standards.

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ISA

DECEMBER 21, 2022

12/21/2022 12:00:00 AM. In Houston, you can find great cultural destinations and engaging arts events happening all over the city. Join us on one of the three specialty tours scheduled on Friday, March 17th. (Space is limited so submit your conference registration early!). Fine Art Tour. The Fine Art tour will visit three of Houston’s most prestigious fine arts institutions, which includes an exclusive opportunity at a private fine arts institution.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The iconic toymaker is unlocking the value from data to help rethink processes, surface new opportunities, excite consumers, and empower internal colleagues.

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Accountancy Today

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) has proposed a new standard for auditors use of confirmation which is aimed at modernising the process. The proposed standard includes principles-based requirements that would apply to all methods of confirmation, including paper-based and electronic communications. If accepted, the proposal would better integrate the confirmation standard with the PCAOB’s risk assessment standards.

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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

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Leaders in McKinsey’s insurance practice discuss industry trends and how companies can be successful by rethinking the life insurance model.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

In early November 2021, mere months after the Phoenix Suns lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA finals, ESPN published an explosive report spotlighting allegations of racism and misogyny by the Suns' owner, Robert Sarver. The NBA shot into action shortly thereafter and hired a BigLaw firm to investigate. Just over a year later, on Tuesday, Sarver sold both the Suns and the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury to a group led by mortgage banking billionaire Mat Ishbia.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Here’s a look back at some of the important technology story lines from the year that was.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

From a billion-dollar deal in Delaware to a hard-fought battle over a bribery scandal involving Ohio's legislature, securities litigators secured big settlements this year that sprang from both class actions and derivative suits, with a high number of resolutions occurring in Delaware Chancery Court.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Carmaker’s €75bn IPO was rare hurrah for Frankfurt exchange short on dynamism and innovation

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

A D.C. Circuit panel summarily refused Tuesday to impose an emergency pause on Albertsons' planned $4 billion dividend to shareholders ahead of its merger with Kroger, dealing one more blow to the attorneys general of D.C., California and Illinois.

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Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 21, 2022

For today’s tech talent, there’s no one-size-fits-all work environment.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Plus, Musk confronts Twitter’s increasingly unmanageable debt and the mortgage billionaire behind an NBA double deal

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Rhythm Systems

DECEMBER 21, 2022

This happens all the time. You are holding someone accountable to get something done. Yet you find yourself checking in and chasing for an update on what is going on. Constantly. And if you do not remind them to report the current status to you, they continue to mosey on and forget about reporting in. So frustrating! But they are supposed to be truly accountable, right?

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Stricken gas importer will have to sell off its most modern power plant

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Peak Business Valuation

DECEMBER 21, 2022

During the COVID-19 pandemic , there was a sharp decline in revenue and many bars and nightclubs closed their doors. As the economy recovers the bar and nightclub industry is once again expanding. This growth is appealing, however, this industry comes with revenue volatility and high competition. As such, if you plan on buying or selling a bar or nightclub it is valuable to know the value of a bar or nightclub.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Group buys market maker GHCO in space dominated by near-duopoly

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Per S&P Global Market Intelligence, Mercer Capital is among the top three financial advisors for credit union-bank M&A deals since 2015. Led by Jay Wilson, CFA, ASA, CBA, Mercer Capital has extensive experience providing valuation and advisory services to credit unions on acquisitions of banks and bank branches, and mergers with other credit unions.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 21, 2022

New Leaf Ventures Inc. (OTCPK:NLVVF) (CSE:NLV) has entered into an amalgamation agreement with High Profile Holdings Corp. , pursuant to which New Leaf has agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of High Profile by way of a statutory three-cornered amalgamation. Transaction Highlights. New Leaf will issue 0.052548929 of a common share for each issued and outstanding common share of High Profile, and the common shares of High Profile will be cancelled, resulting in the i

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Per S&P Global Market Intelligence, Mercer Capital is among the top three financial advisors for credit union-bank M&A deals since 2015. Led by Jay Wilson, CFA, ASA, CBA, Mercer Capital has extensive experience providing valuation and advisory services to credit unions on acquisitions of banks and bank branches, and mergers with other credit unions.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Shutts & Bowen LLP said Wednesday that a former attorney rejoined the firm as a Miami-based partner in its corporate group, following stints working in-house at a number of aerospace companies including Spirit Aerosystems and Signature Aviation.

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Fox Corporate Finance

DECEMBER 21, 2022

FCF Fox Corporate Finance GmbH is pleased to publish the new “FCF TMT Market Study – 12/2022”. Based on available data from European TMT (Technology, Media & Telecommunications) companies, the FCF TMT MARKET STUDY is. Read more. The post FCF TMT Market Study 2022 – published appeared first on FCF Fox Corporate Finance GmbH.

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Holland & Knight LLP has strengthened its corporate, mergers and acquisitions and securities practice with the addition of a partner in Houston who brings substantial experience in the energy sector, the firm announced Wednesday.

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Benzinga

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Benzinga. 'Twitter Was Being Scammed $60M Per Year:' Elon Musk On Why 2FA Is Not Working For Some Users. Are you a Twitter user wondering why you are having problems logging into your accounts or changing passwords because of disruptions in two-factor authentication codes? Twitter chief Elon Musk has just cleared the air for you. During a live Spaces session early on Wednesday, Musk said that the microblogging site was being scammed "$60 million per year for SMS texts," not cou

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Law 360 M&A

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Shareholder activist Land & Buildings, led by Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP, urged Six Flags to separate its real estate from operations or to sell the property for its 27 amusement parks in North America, saying the land is likely worth more than what the company's stock price suggests.

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