Wed.Jun 11, 2025

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Response: The Limits of ESG in Assessing Nonprofit Control

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Ofer Eldar (UC Berkeley School of Law) and Mark Ørberg (Copenhagen Business School), on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Editor's Note: Ofer Eldar is a Professor of Law at the UC Berkeley School of Law, and Mark Ørberg is an Assistant Professor at Copenhagen Business School. We appreciate Schröder and Thomsen’s thoughtful response and valuable empirical study exploring ESG performance among foundation-owned firms.

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Chris Mercer Will Be a Panelist on AICPA Webinar

Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

Christopher Mercer, FASA, CFA, ABAR will be presenting an AICPA webinar with Serena Morones, CPA, ASA, ABV, CFE of Morones Analytics on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 2pm CDT. Their session is titled “The Future of the Valuation Profession” and will discuss how firm owners and practice group leaders can adapt to the future. Chris Mercer is the Chairman of Mercer Capital.

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Tariffs and Transparency: Navigating Investor Expectations on Executive Pay Changes

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Sydney Carlock and Martha Carter, Teneo, on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Editor's Note: Sydney Carlock is a Managing Director, and Martha Carter is the Vice Chairman & Head of Governance and Sustainability at Teneo. This post is based on a Teneo memorandum by Ms. Carlock, Ms. Carter, Matt Filosa , Sean Quinn , and Diana Lee. The U.S. “Liberation Day” announcement on April 2, 2025, introducing broad global tariffs, followed by pauses, adjustments and international agreements, has sparke

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Business Valuation for Selling a Coffee Shop

Peak Business Valuation

A well-run coffee shop offers both personal satisfaction and strong financial rewards. With demand for coffee shops on the rise, now may be an ideal time to sell. A business valuation for selling a coffee shop helps owners sell with confidence and get a fair price. Peak Business Valuation has valued thousands of companies in preparation for sale, including coffee shop valuations.

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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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Pulse on Pay: 12 Years of CEO Pay Long-term Trends in S&P 500 Executive Compensation

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Margaret Hylas and Leah Sine, Semler Brossy, on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Editor's Note: Margaret Hylas is a Principal, and Leah Sine is an Associate at Semler Brossy. This post is based on their Semler Brossy memorandum. Equity Prevalence and Average Vehicle Mix for CEOs Key Takeaways : Long-term incentive (LTI) designs have become strongly aligned with institutional investor and proxy advisor preferences through increased performance stock and restricted stock units and reduced stock

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MPs call for inquiry into how RedBird Capital is funding £500m Telegraph deal

The Guardian M&A

Exclusive: Cross-party group including peers warns of risk of ‘potential Chinese state influence’ in private equity firm A cross-party group of MPs and peers has called on ministers to investigate how a US private equity company is funding its £500m takeover of the Telegraph. In a letter sent to the culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, last week, the MPs said there was a risk of “potential Chinese state influence” in RedBird Capital.

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The IRS Recently Announced 2026 Amounts for Health Savings Accounts

Machen McChesney

The IRS recently released the 2026 inflation-adjusted amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Employees will be able to save a modest amount more in their HSAs next year.

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Instrumentum Accelerates Growth With Multiple Acquisitions, Increasing National Presence

Business Wire M&A

BOCA RATON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Instrumentum, the emerging leader in surgical instrument sterilization services, announced the acquisitions of Sterile Processing Express (SPDx) based in Phoenix, Arizona, and Sterile Processing Services of America (SPSA), with facilities in Long Beach and Modesto, California.

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BT considers takeover move for struggling rival TalkTalk

The Guardian M&A

TalkTalk has been hit by financial difficulties and customer exodus but it is thought no approach has been made BT is weighing up a potential takeover of the rival telecoms and broadband company TalkTalk, which is struggling amid financial difficulties and a customer exodus. The UK’s biggest broadband provider is understood to have discussed the strategic possibility of buying TalkTalk.

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Genentech’s John Marioni on enhancing drug discovery with data and AI

Mckinsey and Company

John Marioni discusses how he and his teams across industries and academia use evolving technologies to bring increasingly sophisticated drug therapies to patients.

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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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Atwell Acquires Capital Civil Engineering, Expanding Engineering Resources and Expertise in the Southeast

Business Wire M&A

SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Atwell has acquired the operations of Capital Civil Engineering (CCE), an engineering firm located in Apex, North Carolina. This acquisition expands Atwell’s presence in North Carolina and the Southeast. With a 15-year history of engineering excellence, CCE is known for its expertise in engineering, site planning, land planning, and stormwater management.

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Tell Me About a Recent Deal: Full Guide and Example

Brian DeChesare

The “tell me about a recent deal” question in finance interviews is designed to test your genuine interest in the industry. Anyone can copy/paste a “story” based on one of our templates , and plenty of candidates are good at memorizing the technical questions. But it’s much harder to “fake” your way into a solid deal discussion, especially in an in-person setting.

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The Innovators 2025: Global Winners

Global Finance

Manish Kohli , HSBC HSBC HSBC’s 2023 acquisition of Silicon Valley Bank’s UK operations led to the creation of its HSBC Innovation Banking unit, with innovation teams in the US, Israel, and Hong Kong joining a 600-strong UK team. Since then, innovations have flowed thick and fast, including SemFi by HSBC, which aims to deliver seamless embedded finance solutions to business clients.

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Del. Justices Press Atty On Earnout Damage Bid Despite Miss

Law 360 M&A

Delaware Supreme Court justices focused on the basics Wednesday during data management venture STX Business Solutions LLC's bid to revive a suit that was tossed by the Court of Chancery in October and accused a buyer of skipping a profitable deal to avoid paying an "earnout" bonus of up to $5.5 million.

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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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How to Prepare Future Leaders in Your Business: Succession Strategies

Class VI Partner

Key insights One way or another, your business will eventually change leadership. As an owner contemplating the future of your company, it’s paramount that you groom future leaders to ensure a smooth transition. Effective development strategies not only safeguard the legacy of your business but also enhance its value and appeal to potential buyers.

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A Look At Texas Corp. Law Changes Aimed At Dethroning Del.

Law 360 M&A

Seeking to displace Delaware as the preferred locale for incorporation, Texas recently significantly amended its business code, including changes like codifying the business judgment rule, restricting books and records demands, and giving greater protections for officers and directors in interested transactions, say attorneys at Fenwick.

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Competition watchdog to investigate Evri merger with DHL’s UK parcel arm

The Guardian M&A

CMA to decide whether deal will substantially lessen competition in delivery market The UK’s competition watchdog has announced an investigation into the proposed merger of the delivery company Evri with DHL’s UK e-commerce business, a deal set to create one of the biggest parcel couriers in Britain. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said on Wednesday it was investigating Evri’s purchase of DHL eCommerce UK , as well as the parent company DHL Group’s acquisition of a minority stake in

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Chamber Looks To Keep Merger Notice Challenge In Texas

Law 360 M&A

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other business groups have urged a Texas federal court not to transfer their case challenging the Federal Trade Commission's new merger filing requirements, arguing that several members based in the state regularly report mergers to the agency.

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Arcis Golf Acquires Three Top-Tier Clubs in Atlanta, Georgia

Business Wire M&A

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arcis Golf, the second largest owner and operator of golf facilities in the United States, has acquired three nationally-recognized clubs: The Country Club of the South (Johns Creek, Georgia), The Manor Golf & Country Club (Alpharetta, Georgia), and White Columns Country Club (Milton, Georgia). The transactions closed yesterday, and Arcis Golf assumes operations of all clubs today.

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Attys For Disney Streaming Customers Vie To Lead Settlement

Law 360 M&A

Days after announcing that they've reached a settlement with Disney, live TV streaming customers are looking to appoint Yavar Bathaee from Bathaee Dunne LLP to serve as the lead counsel in their proposed antitrust class action against the company over ESPN carriage agreement fees.

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Contested Elections: ‘Governance Still Drives Outcomes’

John Jenkins

Jasper Street’s latest newsletter highlights notable activist campaigns that went to a vote in May, including those at Phillips 66, WEX, Harley-Davidson, US Steel, and NHI. It shares the following key takeaways from these campaigns: Governance Still Drives Outcomes: ISS’s support for Elliott at Phillips 66 was heavily governance-focused.

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Linklaters-Led WSP To Buy Ashurst-Led Ricardo For £281M

Law 360 M&A

Canadian engineering consultant WSP said Wednesday that it has agreed to acquire Ricardo for approximately £281 million ($379 million) in a deal guided by Linklaters LLP and Ashurst LLP, as the British technology consultancy deals with growing pressure from shareholder Science Group.

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Overview of House Budget Reconciliation Bill: the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (H.R.1)

LaPorte

A Look Ahead to 2026 Tax Changes As the end of 2025 approaches, a number of tax provisions originally enacted under the Tax Cuts and… The post Overview of House Budget Reconciliation Bill: the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (H.R.1) first appeared on LaPorte.

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PE Firms Plug $190M Into Luxury Hospitality Biz Cipriani

Law 360 M&A

Private equity firms Beach Point Capital Management LP, advised by Sidley Austin LLP, and Sparta Capital Management Ltd. on Wednesday announced that they have agreed to provide a $190 million financing loan to luxury hospitality company Cipriani, led by Paul Hastings LLP, to support its growth.

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Meta On The Verge Of $15 Billion Deal With Scale AI: Report

Benzinga

Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ: META ) is considering a $15 billion investment in data-labelling startup Scale AI and hiring the group’s co-founder, Alexandr Wang, and top researchers. The deal, likely by Wednesday, would give Meta a 49% ownership in Scale AI and value the startup at $28 billion, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter.

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Verizon-Frontier Merger Gets Conn. Regulator's OK

Law 360 M&A

Connecticut's Public Utilities Regulatory Authority on Wednesday approved the merger of debt-laden internet and telephone services provider Frontier Communications with a wholly owned subsidiary of Verizon, saying the latter has the financial and managerial stability plus the technical knowledge necessary to provide adequate and reliable service to customers.

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Aon Sells Cyber And IP Consulting Units To LevelBlue In Strategic Shift

Benzinga

LevelBlue , a global provider of AI-driven, cloud-native managed security services, announced Wednesday that it has agreed to acquire Aon 's (NYSE: AON ) Cybersecurity and Intellectual Property Litigation consulting groups, including well-known firms Stroz Friedberg and Elysium Digital. While financial terms were not disclosed, the acquisition marks a significant move in LevelBlue's strategy to broaden its global cybersecurity and high-tech legal consulting capabilities.

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Wash. Panel Grills Worker Family On $5M Asbestos Win Basis

Law 360 M&A

A Washington appellate panel seemed skeptical Wednesday that a family's $5.5 million win against an industrial manufacturer could stand when it never made the asbestos-containing equipment at issue in the product liability case, with one judge also remarking the company had raised a "hard argument" on appeal.

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Stripe Acquires Crypto Wallet Infrastructure Startup Privy

Benzinga

Stripe, one of the world's leading payment service providers , on Wednesday announced that it will acquire Privy, a crypto wallet infrastructure startup, in a move to deepen its push into crypto and streamline digital value transfer. What Happened: The deal is expected to close in the coming weeks. Despite the acquisition, Privy will remain an independent product, continuing to serve its ecosystem while gaining from Stripe's speed, reliability, and resources.

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Law School's Missed Lessons: Appreciating Civil Procedure

Law 360 M&A

If you’re like me, law school’s often complex and theoretical approach to teaching civil procedure may have contributed to an early struggle with the topic, but when seen from a practical perspective, new lawyers may find they enjoy mastering these rules, says Chloe Villagomez at Foster Garvey.

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Equality Asset Management forms Software Company Auctivo Following Acquisitions of Rhoads Online, Elation Systems, and the Government Software Division of Aithent

Business Wire M&A

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Equality Asset Management (EAM) today announced the formation of Auctivo, a newly established software company, created through the acquisition and strategic integration of Rhoads Online Institute (Rhoads), Elation Systems, and the Government Software Division of Aithent (now Advanced GRC).

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Stripe Buying Crypto Wallet Co. Privy Amid Expansion

Law 360 M&A

Privy, a startup offering crypto wallet technology for developers, said Wednesday that it will be acquired by payments company Stripe and expects to close the transaction "in the coming weeks.

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Innovien Solutions Acquires The Denzel Group, Expanding Northeast Presence and Accelerating Federal Growth

Business Wire M&A

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Innovien Solutions, a woman-owned technology services firm headquartered in Atlanta, is proud to announce its acquisition of The Denzel Group, a Pennsylvania-based IT recruiting and consulting firm founded in 2006. Effective immediately, all operations will transition under the Innovien brand, with Innovien Founder & CEO Camryn Mastel assuming leadership of the combined organization.

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Bain Capital Drops Nearly $1.3B Bid For Craneware

Law 360 M&A

Less than a month after Bain Capital disclosed it was considering a potential buyout of Scottish healthcare software company Craneware, both parties confirmed Wednesday that a nearly $1.3 billion offer is off the table.

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