Wed.Jan 10, 2024

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Activist Investor Board Recruiting De-Mystified

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Patricia Lenkov, Agility Executive Search, on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 Editor's Note: Patricia Lenkov is Founder and President at Agility Executive Search. This post is based on her Agility Executive Search memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Long-Term Effects of Hedge Fund Activism (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.

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Future of Valuations: The Impact of ESG – An Open Conversation

IVSC

In an era where sustainable practices are not just ethical imperatives but crucial valuation determinants, “ Future of Valuations: The Impact Of ESG ” offers an insightful exploration of the impact of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors on asset valuation. This comprehensive report is derived from the insights of a seminal roundtable discussion by expert professionals to reflect on the ever-growing significance of ESG factors in the valuation landscape, emphasising th

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Convergent Evolution Toward the Joint-Stock Company

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by David Le Bris (Toulouse Business School), William N. Goetzmann (Yale School of Management), and Sébastien Pouget (Toulouse Capitole Univeristy), on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 Editor's Note: David Le Bris is an Associate Professor in Finance at the Toulouse Business School; William N. Goetzmann is the Edwin J. Beinecke Professor of Finance and Management Studies and Faculty Director of the International Center for Finance at the Yale School of Management; and Sébastien Pouget is Profes

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Paramount, Skydance Reportedly In Merger Discussions

Benzinga

As media companies scramble to reduce costs and increase profitability, a new potential suitor has emerged with interest in buying Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA )(NASDAQ: PARAA ) parent-company National Amusements. What Happened: According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, Skydance Media CEO David Ellison and other Skydance investors are discussing an all-cash bid for a majority stake in Paramount’s parent company, National Amusements.

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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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The power of private-label brands in distribution

Mckinsey and Company

Savvy distributors know the power of private-label brands to retain customers and accelerate profitable growth. Distributors that successfully increase their private-label penetration have a distinct advantage in overall gross margin.

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NY Marketing Co. Wants To Mediate Acquisition Dispute

Law 360 M&A

A Manhattan-based marketing firm has urged a New York bankruptcy judge to override an objection to a request to mediate disputes stemming from its purchase of a competing company, arguing the request is within the court's jurisdiction and needs to be resolved quickly for the firm's Chapter 11 case to succeed.

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5 Litigation Funding Trends To Note In 2024

Law 360 M&A

Over the next year and beyond, litigation funding will continue to evolve in ways that affect attorneys and the larger litigation landscape, from the growth of a secondary market for funded claims, to rising interest rates restricting the availability of capital, says Jeffery Lula at GLS Capital.

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by Uweresayn

Appraisers Blog

In reply to john strots. john, I can’t find your info in the appraiser registry. Are you an appraiser? Your comment is not helpful. The racial tone perpetuates a hateful narrative.

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ESG Viewed As Top European Activist Priority In 2024

Law 360 M&A

Activist investor activity is soaring in Europe, and so-called ESG matters are expected to be at the top of the agenda in 2024, but an influx of activists who disagree about the importance of such metrics is creating an increasingly complex terrain for boards to navigate, according to a report from Skadden published on Wednesday.

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The micromobility city: Measuring the impact of greater bicycle use

Mckinsey and Company

More green space, cleaner air, and less congested roads. Could a major mobility shift from private cars to traditional and electric bicycles help European cities turn these aspirations into a reality?

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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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Charterhouse Buys Majority Stake In Sports Marketing Firm

Law 360 M&A

London-based private equity shop Charterhouse Capital Partners has taken on a majority stake in sports marketing company Two Circles, the parties announced in a joint statement on Wednesday.

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by Eric Kretz

Appraisers Blog

In reply to David. “Your Reagan party deteriorated – accept lies, intimidation and the suspension of the rule of law.” Um… no. Total emotional nonsense. Please show your work and cite credible sources for this unstable opinion.

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How to prepare for the CEO role

Mckinsey and Company

Becoming a high-potential candidate for the top job starts with asking the question: Why do I want to be the CEO?

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by Dave

Appraisers Blog

What an ignorant superficial article. It is not about being black, it is about neighborhood redlining in the financial services industry and someone mistakenly attributing it to race. How many times does bias have to be seen taking place before we own it?

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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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Digital twins: The next frontier of factory optimization

Mckinsey and Company

Digital twins are revolutionizing how decisions are made within factories, and forward-thinking manufacturers are getting ahead of the technology curve to drive efficiency.

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by AppraisersBlogs Team

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Fred Rossiter. Fred, long comments are allowed on our blog. Occasionally, we turn long comments into articles that we believe may be interesting as a standalone article. Being more engaged and receptive to hashing out the details and minutia is acceptable and not against our TOU. Please skip Baggins comments if not interested.

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6 Tips to Improve Job-Costing Systems

Machen McChesney

Companies that work on customer-specific or long-term projects — such as homebuilders, contractors, custom manufacturers, and professional practices — generally track job costs to gauge the profitability of each project. In turn, this helps them bid on future projects.

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Comment on Appraisers Destroying Goliath’s Messaging by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Douglas Kues. [link] They looked at millions of appraisals and this nonsense was all they found. [link] Related. Industry related, not everyone is cool with such broad use of waiver programs. [link] Control+F to bring up keyword search tool, enter; appraisal Another challenge for FHFA is providing sufficient oversight of the Enterprises’ use of appraisals to ensure those appraisals do not improperly consider bases that are prohibited by federal fair lending law.

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Pennon buys SES Water in £380mn deal

Financial Times M&A

FTSE 100 group acquires rival in sign of sustained appetite for utility assets despite performance concerns

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Anna Renard. [link] Amazing. Great reference. Great read. Thank you. ‘Third party companies’ What could ever go wrong?

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Media group Axel Springer dividends top €775mn over past 4 years

Financial Times M&A

Payouts to shareholders including CEO Mathias Döpfner and US firm KKR threaten to heighten tensions with editorial staff

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Comment on Majority of Reviewers Had Very Limited Field Experience by Pat Turner

Appraisers Blog

It was my experience that the majority of reviewers, Fannie Mae included, had very limited field experience which was painfully obvious.

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Global Energy Perspective 2023: Hydrogen outlook

Mckinsey and Company

Despite some uncertainties across scenarios, global clean hydrogen demand is projected to grow significantly to 2050, but infrastructure scale-up and technology advancements are needed to meet projected demand.

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Comment on The Elephant In the Room: Fannie’s Modernization Program by Lamarr Banks

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Baggins. Mr Baggins, can you elaborate a little more regarding “the next working opportunity or client” I think I follow you, but I am asking because clarity is precious.

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Global Energy Perspective 2023: Sustainable fuels outlook

Mckinsey and Company

Demand for sustainable fuels is projected to grow as the world strives to meet decarbonization targets, but additional investment and continued legislative support is needed to meet projected growth.

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by Fred Rossiter

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Baggins. Mr Baggins, You like to dominate every Post. You have already made seven lengthy comments on the brand new post. The “real estate” on Appraiser Blogs should be for intelligent, informed comment … not your personal rants on everything in the world. Please find another venue for your rants.

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Why Is EchoStar Stock Shooting Higher Wednesday?

Benzinga

EchoStar Corp (NASDAQ: SATS ) announced today the completion of a series of strategic transactions to further unlock incremental strategic, financial, and operating flexibility for its business following its merger with Dish Network Corp. The merger combined Dish Network's satellite technology, streaming services, and nationwide 5G network with EchoStar's premier satellite communications solutions.

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by Dave

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Uweresayn. A hack political statement, the financial services industry has blamed appraisers for their shortcomings ever since the 2008 crash. Maybe you weren’t an appraiser back then. Truly naive and out of step with the past.

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Wealth Management vs. Investment Banking: Career Deathmatch

Brian DeChesare

If you want to read angry comments and long threads with plenty of insults, you can’t go wrong with the wealth management vs. investment banking debate. It’s one area where people on both sides tend to talk past each other : Bankers say that wealth management roles pay less, offer less interesting work, and lack good exit opportunities. Wealth managers say that investment banking requires crazy hours, has mostly dull work, and is ridiculously competitive to get into; also, the “compensation ceil

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Uweresayn. It’s happening again, lol. Please do not feed the trolls. John, you can’t be serious. That is one of the most juvenile statements ever posted on this blog. Are you not entertained? If this keeps up I’m going to start posting meme’s again.

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Why Software & Technology Company iCoreConnect Shares Are Rocketing Today

Benzinga

iCoreConnect Inc (NASDAQ: ICCT ) shares are trading higher after it announced an acquisition of Verifi Dental for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is expected to boost ICCT's portfolio of SaaS software solutions for the healthcare market. Robert McDermott, President and CEO, said, "This strategic acquisition signifies positive momentum for the Company and the advancement of our growth strategy.

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by David

Appraisers Blog

For my good friend Baggins. This is not about who you vote for, this is about hateful speech and acceptance of violence with belief in one autocrat. Baggins, you’ve got some years of experience. In Germany in the 30’s 1/3 approved, 1/3 did not and 1/3 stayed quiet – the NAZI’s were born. That is fact. Your Reagan party deteriorated – accept lies, intimidation and the suspension of the rule of law.

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Global Energy Perspective 2023: Transition bottlenecks and unlocks

Mckinsey and Company

Low-carbon energy technologies are growing, but bottlenecks could slow the energy transition at a time when the rollout of clean technologies needs to accelerate.

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Comment on Biden’s Remark on Home Values Sparks Backlash by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

In reply to D. You know what we need; A “Problem Solver” loan, lol. Totally not biased or insanely obvious predatory lending solicitations. All this talk about correcting systemic problems in the lending model are just hot air. Bread for the masses to appease the activists and in turn set up new systems to fleece consumers at epic never even seen before levels of success and profit, bonus with increased taxes for everyone across the board.