Wed.Jan 18, 2023

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PwC’s Global Investor Survey 2022

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by James Chalmers, Nadja Picard, and Hilary Eastman, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 Editor's Note: James Chalmers is Global Assurance Leader, Nadja Picard is Global Reporting Leader, and Hilary Eastman is Head of Global Investor at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes How Much Do Investors Care about Social Responsibility?

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One billion days lost: How COVID-19 is hurting the US workforce

Mckinsey and Company

COVID-19 may no longer be a pandemic, but the disease likely reduced the availability of the US workforce by as much as 2.6 percent in 2022—a burden on productivity that could last for years.

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Investment Stewardship Proxy voting U.S. guidelines 2023

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Sandy Boss, John Roe and Jessica McDougall, BlackRock, Inc, on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 Editor's Note: Sandy Boss is Global Head of Investment Stewardship, John Roe is Head of Investment Stewardship (BIS) in the Americas, and Jessica McDougall is a Director at BlackRock Inc. This post is based on their BlackRock memorandum. These guidelines should be read in conjunction with the BlackRock Investment Stewardship Global Principles.

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Closing the digital divide in Black America

Mckinsey and Company

Five steps could help to bring broadband and digital equity to every Black household in the United States—urban and rural—while bolstering efforts to create a more inclusive economy.

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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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Cryptocurrency Market Size Worth USD 1902.5 Million by 2028 | Report by Fortune Business Insights

Benzinga

Pune, India, Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global cryptocurrency market size was valued at USD 826.6 million in 2020. It is projected to rise from USD 910.3 Million in 2021 to USD 1902.5 Million by 2028 at a CAGR of 11.1% during the forecast period. Fortune Business Insights™ has published these insights in its latest research report titled, "Cryptocurrency Market Forecast, 2023-2028.".

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Top 5 Reasons to Attend the Premier Middle Market Strategy Execution & Revenue Growth Conference

Rhythm Systems

5 Benefits of Attending a Strategy Execution Conference. Rhythm Systems is getting ready to host its 2023 annual breakthrough execution conference on April 26-27, 2023, in Charlotte, NC. The gathering of fast-growing middle market firms from around the world will assemble for a meeting of the minds to deliver breakthrough execution.

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Starting up as a new CFO

Mckinsey and Company

Congratulations, you’ve made it—now hit the ground running. Here are seven key mindsets and practices that effective CFOs adopt from day one.

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Wife’s Tribute to Bill King

Appraisers Blog

Folks, I was in a USPAP class last Friday, during the day I was sent the tribute message below from another appraiser who knew Bill King very well, and who has been in touch with Bill’s wife. I’ve been looking for the obit. The one below was published on Sunday January 15, in the Anchorage Daily News: Orbituary William Edward King, 67, of Palmer, Alaska, passed away on Jan. 7, 2023.

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5 Benefits of Outsourcing Your Accounting Needs

Machen McChesney

CPA firms do more than audits and tax returns. They can also help you with everyday accounting-related tasks, such as bookkeeping, budgeting, payroll, and sales tax filings. Should your organization outsource its accounting needs? Here are five potential advantages to consider when evaluating this decision.

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Forward Thinking on the complicated and contentious state of global trade with Chad P. Bown

Mckinsey and Company

“This is certainly the most exciting, contentious, uncertain time when it when it comes to trade policy, certainly in my lifetime,” says a leading trade economist. “And I just had one of those big, round number—half century—birthdays, and so I’ve been around for a fairly long period of time.”.

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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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Southwest Airlines' December Debacle Fuels Anti-Merger Campaign Against the Industry

National Law Review M&A

Jonathan Rubin Jurisdiction: All Federal Type of Law: Utilities & Transport Mergers & Acquisitions Administrative & Regulatory

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Is virtual care delivering on its promise of improving access?

Mckinsey and Company

Although virtual-care adoption has substantially increased, healthcare organizations can pursue additional opportunities to reduce disparities in access.

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FTC Won't Stay In-House Trial Over Meta-Within Deal

Law 360 M&A

The Federal Trade Commission on Tuesday formally rejected tech giant Meta's request to pause a trial challenging its proposed merger with virtual reality company Within after attorneys from both parties agreed to push the trial back two weeks to allow more time for the judge to consider the agency's preliminary injunction bid.

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Mind the Gap, Goldman

Financial Times M&A

Plus, DD pokes holes in Disney’s case for buying 20th Century Fox and Wall Street financiers go shopping in France

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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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Chancery Keeps $26B T-Mobile-Sprint Merger Suit Alive

Law 360 M&A

The Delaware Chancery Court on Wednesday kept alive seven of nine claims in a stockholder suit accusing Deutsche Telekom AG, SoftBank Group Corp. and 11 individuals of breaching duties to T-Mobile Inc. and its minority shareholders in T-Mobile's $26 billion merger with Sprint Corp. in April 2020.

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Chesapeake Energy offloads Texas oil acreage in pivot to natural gas

Financial Times M&A

US shale pioneer will sell assets acquired in 2018 to Wildfire Energy for $1.

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Are you prepared for the Metaverse?

Avanade

It’s time to prepare for the next wave of digital change and connectivity.

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What to expect in US healthcare in 2023 and beyond

Mckinsey and Company

Recent developments have complicated the outlook for industry profit pools.

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Value Recon: Supercharge your Value Creation Strategies

Value Scout

Whether you’re years away from an exit or are actively planning for your retirement, you need a way to measure the success of your business strategies before you plan on going to market. The fact of the matter is that the current value of just about any company isn’t enough for most owners to retire on–it’s just not. The company might be a cash-producing asset that has afforded you a great lifestyle.

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Southwest Airlines' December Debacle Fuels Anti-Merger Campaign Against the Industry

Mogin Rubin M&A

Photo by Owen Lystrup on Unsplash. Christmas 2022 was bedlam for thousands of travelers as Southwest Airlines cancelled 16,700 flights amid severe winter storms that separating passengers from their families, their luggage, and their money. The Wall Street Journal reported that the carrier’s route configuration and the failure of its crew scheduling software caused the fumbled response.

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Bayer Bolsters Its Position In Digital Medical Imaging With Acquisition Of UK-Based Firm

Benzinga

Bayer AG (OTC: BAYRY ) (OTC: BAYZF ) has agreed to acquire Blackford Analysis Ltd , a British developer of artificial intelligence (AI) systems offering clinical application (ClinApp) ecosystem focused on imaging and analytics, to boost its radiology business. Bayer offers a comprehensive portfolio of contrast media for computed tomography (CT), Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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M&A Group Of The Year: Cravath

Law 360 M&A

Cravath Swaine & Moore LLP guided data center real estate investment trust CyrusOne in its acquisition by two private equity firms for $15 billion and is aiding Johnson & Johnson in its planned spinoff of its consumer health business, landing it a spot among Law360's Mergers & Acquisitions Groups of the Year.

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Why Volta Stock Is Charging Higher Today

Benzinga

Shares of electric vehicle charging company Volta Inc (NYSE: VLTA ) are trading higher Wednesday after the company announced it will be acquired by Shell USA, a subsidiary of Shell PLC (NYSE: SHEL ). What Happened: Volta entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Shell USA will acquire the company in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $169 million.

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How to Value and Sell a Business in 2023

Midstreet Blog

So, you’re starting to consider selling your business. Congratulations! The fact that you’re here doing research indicates you believe in doing things the right way, and we couldn’t agree more. Knowing how your business is valued and who you should hire to help you sell it are some of the first pieces of information you’ll need to get the ball rolling.

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Addison Group Officially Integrates Beacon Resources Brand, Expanding West Coast Footprint

Benzinga

CHICAGO, Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Addison Group, a national leader in professional services specializing in talent solutions and consulting, announces today that it has fully incorporated Beacon Resources, an Addison Group company, to move forward under the Addison Group brand name. For current clients of Beacon Resources, its brand integration to Addison Group includes access to a robust network of talent with significantly greater reach and opportunities to secure highly qualified pro

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Unlock the Secrets to Boosting Your Real Estate Business: Insider Marketing and Pricing Strategies Revealed

Financial Analyst Insider

The real estate business is a competitive and ever-changing industry where the success of a business depends on its ability to effectively market and price. The post Unlock the Secrets to Boosting Your Real Estate Business: Insider Marketing and Pricing Strategies Revealed appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.

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Wealth Management Platform Market Size Worth USD 6.29 Billion by 2029 | Research by Fortune Business Insights

Benzinga

Pune,India, Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global Wealth Management Platform Market Size was valued at USD 2.37 billion in 2021. The market is projected to grow from USD 2.64 billion in 2022 to USD 6.29 billion by 2029, exhibiting a CAGR of 13.2% during the forecast period. This information is provided by Fortune Business Insights, in its report, titled, "Wealth Management Platform Market Share, Forecast 2023-2029.".

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Benchmark International Ranked in Multiple Global League Tables

Benchmark Report

Benchmark International is delighted to announce that it has been ranked in several league tables for the number of deals it has conducted throughout 2022. Mergermarket’s M&A League Tables for 2022 has ranked Benchmark International number 10 for the number of deals it has conducted in Ireland, up from position 27 in 2021. Other companies in the top 10 include Deloitte, KPMG and PwC.

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Hearing Aids Market Size Worth USD 17.68 Billion by 2029 | Research by Fortune Business Insights

Benzinga

Pune, India, Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The world's first Healthable™ hearing aid namely Livio AI was reinvented by Starkey Hearing Technologies in August 2018. This updated hearing aid will run on AI and integrated sensors and is the first device to trace cognitive health and physical activity as measured by hearing aid for utilizing in social situations.

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Mayer Brown Antitrust Practice Gains Freshfields Counsel

Law 360 M&A

A longtime antitrust competition and trade counsel for Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP has joined Mayer Brown LLP's Washington team, Mayer Brown announced Tuesday.

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Nuclear Medicine Market Size Worth USD 19.47 Billion by 2028 | Report by Fortune Business Insights

Benzinga

Pune, India, Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global nuclear medicine market size was valued at USD 5.04 billion in 2020 and USD 5.57 billion in 2021. The market is expected to reach USD 19.47 by 2028 with a CAGR of 19.6% during the forecast period. The market growth is primarily accredited to the rising occurrence of chronic conditions. Furthermore, technological progressions empowering the usage of radiopharmaceuticals to analyze and treat cancerous tumors aid towards market growth.

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Paul Weiss Discusses the State of Antitrust Enforcement at the Beginning of 2023

Reynolds Holding

2022 was an active year for the U.S. federal antitrust enforcement agencies. There were important developments in all key areas of the agencies’ remit, from merger enforcement to civil conduct cases to criminal prosecutions. 2023 may prove to be one of the most consequential for antitrust enforcement in the Biden administration, with the anticipated release of new merger guidelines and several cases set for trial.

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Process Mining Software Market Size Worth USD 15,546.4 Million in 2029 | Report by Fortune Business Insights

Benzinga

Pune, India, Jan. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global Process Mining Software Market size was valued at USD 627.0 million in 2021. The market is projected to grow from USD 933.1 million in 2022 to USD 15,546.4 million by 2029, exhibiting a CAGR of 49.5% during the forecast period. Increasing Application of Virtual Technology Across Numerous Sectors to Boost Growth.

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Why Passive Investors Care About Audit Quality

Reynolds Holding

In recent decades, the rise of index funds (or passive investors), has caused heated debates over the efficacy of their stewardship role in corporate governance. Passive owners cannot influence the governance of a firm by selling its stock because the index composition determines whether the stock is in the fund. This may increase passive investors’s incentives to monitor, vote with their shares, and engage behind the scenes with companies.