Mckinsey and Company

MAY 13, 2025

Survey results highlight Americans willingness to change jobs and occupationsif they can gain the needed skills.

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Financial Times M&A

MAY 13, 2025

Utilitys chair tells MPs that retention payments are needed to prevent rivals picking off staff

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Mckinsey and Company

MAY 13, 2025

Innovation is a critical ingredient in any growth recipe. And the biggest growthboth for the innovator and the broader economycomes from revolutionary innovations.

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ISA

MAY 13, 2025

5/13/2025 12:00:00 AM Determining fair market value (FMV) can be a complex process, as it is highly dependent on the specific facts and circumstances surrounding each appraisal assignment. Appraisers must exercise professional judgment, supported by credible data and sound methodology, to determine FMV. This often requires careful analysis of market trends, the availability and reliability of comparable sales, and an understanding of how the property would perform under typical market conditions

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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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Mckinsey and Company

MAY 13, 2025

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 youre looking for a quick win.

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ISA

MAY 13, 2025

5/22/2025 12:00:00 AM Fair market value (FMV) is foundational in Canadian personal property appraisals prepared for charitable donations, estate administration, and cultural property certification applications. While the term is widely used, determining FMV in these contexts requires careful adherence to legal precedent, administrative guidance from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and issued by the Canadian Cultural Property Export Review Board (CCPERB), when applicable.

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ISA

MAY 13, 2025

5/19/2025 12:00:00 AM This guide provides USPAP-compliant strategies for ISA members to earn the 700 appraisal hours required for Accredited Member status under the AQB Personal Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria (effective January 1, 2018). It outlines practical ways to gain experience through course-based reports, client work, assisting other appraisers, or volunteering.

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Machen McChesney

MAY 13, 2025

For many businesses, accounts receivable (AR) are more than just a line item on the balance sheet. This account provides a key indicator of potential cash flow, customer relationships and overall financial health. So proactive AR management is critical. The AR aging report has long been a cornerstone of expediting collections and reducing credit risk , but its taken on greater significance with the implementation of new accounting rules for recognizing credit losses.

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NYT M&A

MAY 13, 2025

The deal could be a way for OpenAI to gain a foothold among programmers, who are rapidly embracing A.I. technologies.

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Global Finance

MAY 13, 2025

Many companies feel the consequences of this new economic reality, from delayed transactions to increased costs of goods and bilateral trade to growing trade compliance demands. The World Trade Organization recently adjusted its trade projections for 2025 accordingly. The global trade body said there will be a substantial decline in merchandise trade and a minor decline in services trade, mainly driven by North Americas new projections of a 12.6% decline in exports and 9.6% in imports in 2025.

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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

Corporate Finance

Meade & Moore

MAY 13, 2025

Differences Between EBITDA and Cash Flow EBITDA is often used and confused as an approximation of cash flow. Many business professionals (CPAs, business owners, bankers, attorneys and others) struggle to understand the differences between EBITDA and cash flow from operations within a business. Below are some differences between these business metrics.

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 13, 2025

In reply to steve. Non profit tax return time. Oh yes. Because as half of all licensed appraisers face going out of business, somewhere north of thirty thousand GSE focused small businesses soon to be gone. AI execs are raking in the cash hand over fist and having closed door meetings with amc bosses. That’s fitting. 2022 / propublica [link] APPRAISAL INSTITUTE EIN: 36-3739643 [link] Is there a special reason these returns are delayed for public viewing several years?

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Reynolds Holding

MAY 13, 2025

The OCC has reversed recent changes to its bank merger policies through an interim final rule. Our client update is a refresher on the new state of play for Bank Merger Act applications to the OCC, which is a return to the old state of play. OCC interim final rule on bank mergers The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is reversing recent changes to its bank merger policies through an interim final rule , citing confusion and uncertainty caused by its 2024 final rule.

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JPAbusiness

MAY 13, 2025

Marketing businesses for sale is not like selling a car, house, building or boat. Simply listing your business with a broker and having them put it on their website or in the local paper is unlikely to deliver a great result. At JPAbusiness we work with clients to develop customised sale and marketing plans to help owners reach their exit, retirement or succession objectives.

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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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N Contracts

MAY 13, 2025

Third parties are essential in today's financial services landscape. According to the Ncontracts 2025 Third Party Risk Management Survey , 63% of midsized institutions those with $1 to $10 billion in assets manage 100 to 500 vendors. With every new third-party relationship comes new risks, including operational, financial, and cyber risks.

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Benzinga

MAY 13, 2025

Robinhood Markets Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD ) shares are trading higher on Tuesday after the company announced it will acquire Canadian crypto trading platform WonderFi Technologies in an all-cash deal valued at approximately C$250 million ($178.9 million). What To Know: The purchase price of C$0.36 (26 cents) per share represents a 41% premium to WonderFi's last closing price and a 71% premium to its 30-day volume-weighted average price, signaling a significant premium for existing shareholders.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 13, 2025

Financial services giant Robinhood on Tuesday unveiled plans to acquire Canadian cryptocurrency platform WonderFi Technologies in a CA$250 million ($179 million) take-private deal built by four law firms.

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 13, 2025

Appraisal Institute faces a storm: harassment claims against Steinley, testing scandal, & a cozy dance with REVAA. Cindy Chance fights back.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 13, 2025

Pharmaceutical giant GSK PLC said Wednesday that it plans to buy a drug for treating liver disease for up to $2 billion from Boston Pharmaceuticals in the U.S.to boost its hepatology supply.

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Appraisers Blog

MAY 13, 2025

In reply to Mulligan John. Thank you John. I don’t understand why the appraisal industry is continually framed and staged as a dog eat dog everyone for themselves type of industry. It never used to be this way. Seriously, what’s wrong with a more fairly equalized distribution of work at a more consistent pace, at a more consistent fee, to a broader range of licensed professionals?

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 13, 2025

A New York ski resort operator is offering alternative remedies for a state court to consider after it found the owner violated antitrust law by acquiring a rival skioperationand shutting it down, despite a call from enforcers for a sale of the property to another operator.

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IT Valuations

MAY 13, 2025

By Dr. Aaron Mahl, EVP Business Development, iTValuations For too many business owners, April 15th brings an unpleasant surprisea large and unexpected tax bill. But as our recent webinar with Greg Northrop (Director of Tax and Finance at ITValuations and Managing Partner at IT Tax Advisors), Becky Brown (Stride Accounting), and host Aaron Mahl (Executive VP at ITValuations) made clear, it doesnt have to be that way.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 13, 2025

Restaurant chain Hooters can tap the last $30 million of its $40 million Chapter 11 debtor-in-possession loan after it agreed to escrow disputed royalty revenue to quell a creditor's objection during a Tuesday hearing in a Texas bankruptcy court.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

MAY 13, 2025

Family businesses are uniquely positioned to leverage the skills, goals, and offerings of their family owners. Some family owners may have different priorities, like creating a legacy, maximizing their return, or simply building a career. As a family business director, knowing these different goals and the types of owners that make up the family business shareholder group is key.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 13, 2025

Kroger and Albertsons are fighting a bid by Washington's attorney general to recover a record $32.4 million in legal fees for winning a lawsuit to block a $24.6 billion merger of the grocery giants, saying that the state's "go-it-alone" litigation was unnecessary and wasteful because of parallel antitrust action by the Federal Trade Commission.

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Benzinga

MAY 13, 2025

NRG Energy Inc (NYSE: NRG ) is on fire. Shares have jumped more than 31% in just five trading days , pushing year-to-date gains past 64%. The stock surged over 24% on Monday to a record high of $148.30, after announcing a $12 billion acquisition of LS (Luminus Systems) Power's generation assets. With U.S. power demand set to spike driven by AI, crypto, and increased commercial and residential use NRG is betting big on future consumption.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 13, 2025

The WNBA's Connecticut Sun, owned by a subsidiary of the Mohegan Tribe of southern Connecticut, are exploring a sale, Law360 has confirmed.

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Peak Business Valuation

MAY 13, 2025

Partnering with a significant other can offer a strong start in entrepreneurship. However, when circumstances in the relationship shift, the business may feel the impact. Divorce is a common and challenging disruption in business. It can be difficult to navigate, especially when seeking equality for both partners. This is why obtaining a fair divorce business valuation is crucial.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 13, 2025

The National Basketball Association's Portland Trail Blazers will be sold by the estate of the late Paul G. Allen, with Hogan Lovells retained to lead the process, the team announced Tuesday afternoon.

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Benzinga

MAY 13, 2025

The home appliance maker has acquired German brand Teka, whose products are used in half of all Spanish households Key Takeaways: Midea has completed its acquisition of Teka, adding a high-end brand to its stable as part of its drive to move up the home appliance value chain Despite reporting strong first-quarter results, Midea remains vulnerable to a U.S.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 13, 2025

Swiss private equity firm Partners Group said Tuesday that it will invest $400 million in Digital Halo, a data center platform based in Singapore, in a move to add to its $4 billion portfolio in the booming sector.

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Benzinga

MAY 13, 2025

SAN ANTONIO, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alterra IOS , a prominent player in the industrial outdoor storage (IOS) sector that has acquired over 300 sites nationwide, today announced the acquisition of two sites totaling 8.7 usable acres and 33,500 square feet of accompanying warehouse space in the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas. Located at 168 Park 35 Cove North in Buda and 5400 U.S.

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Law 360 M&A

MAY 13, 2025

Activist investor Elliott Investment Management's latest attempted tactic initiating a high-stakes proxy contest against Phillips 66 goes too far and would cause the company to both violate Delaware law and avoid the legal exception to the shareholder proposal process, says J.W. Verret at George Mason University.

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Benzinga

MAY 13, 2025

Landsea Homes (NASDAQ: LSEA ) shares are trading higher on Tuesday. On Monday, the company inked a definitive deal to be acquired by Apollo Global Management, Inc. ‘s (NYSE: APO ) managed portfolio company of funds, New Home, for an enterprise value of around $1.2 billion. As per the deal, New Home will acquire Landsea Homes for $11.30 per share in an all-cash transaction.

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