Fri.Jun 27, 2025

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Best Practices for Due Diligence and Valuation in M&A

Sun Acquisitions

Due diligence and valuation are critical to any successful merger and acquisition (M&A) deal. Businesses can make informed decisions and mitigate risks by conducting thorough due diligence and accurately valuing a target company. Due Diligence: A Deep Dive Due diligence is a comprehensive investigation of a target company’s financial, operational, and legal aspects.

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Remarks by Chair Atkins at the Executive Compensation Roundtable

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Paul Atkins, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Friday, June 27, 2025 Editor's Note: Paul S. Atkins is the Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This post is based on his recent remarks. The views expressed in the post are those of Chairman Atkins and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or the Staff.

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How the GENIUS Act impacts stablecoin tax and accounting reporting standards

ThomsonReuters

Jump to ↓ What is a stablecoin? Key regulatory requirements under the GENIUS Act Tax implications for stablecoin holders and issuers What to watch: State vs. Federal oversight Action steps for tax and accounting professionals Preparing for the future of digital assets The digital asset landscape is evolving rapidly — and with it, the regulatory frameworks that govern how these assets are issued, used, and reported.

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Remarks by Commissioner Crenshaw at the Executive Compensation Roundtable

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Caroline A. Crenshaw, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Friday, June 27, 2025 Editor's Note: Caroline A. Crenshaw is a Commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This post is based on her recent remarks. The views expressed in this post are those of Commissioner Crenshaw and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff.

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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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Valuation for Selling an eCommerce Business

Peak Business Valuation

The eCommerce industry has seen immense growth over the past decade, with more online shoppers than ever before. As a result, owning an eCommerce store can be a highly profitable venture. If you are looking to sell your eCommerce store, now may be a great time to do so. One of the most important steps in the sales process is obtaining a valuation for selling an eCommerce business.

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Navigating Valuation Challenges in the Great Wealth Transfer

Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

Taking a break from our succession planning series, we’re turning our attention to the RIA valuation implications of the pending Great Wealth Transfer. Over the next two decades, an estimated $68 trillion is expected to transfer from Baby Boomers and Gen X to Millennials and Gen Z in what has been dubbed the “Great Wealth Transfer.

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Khaitan & Co. Guides JSW On $1.6B India Paint Deal

Law 360 M&A

Khaitan & Co.-advised JSW Paints Ltd. has agreed to acquire Akzo Nobel NV's roughly 75% stake in Akzo Nobel India Ltd. at an enterprise value of approximately €1.4 billion ($1.6 billion), the companies said Friday, in a deal that will strengthen JSW's foothold in India's flourishing coatings market.

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Viper-Sitio Transaction Signals Strategic Shift in U.S. Royalty Landscape

Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

On June 3, 2025, Viper Energy (NASDAQ: VNOM), a subsidiary of Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FANG), announced its plan to acquire Sitio Royalties (NYSE: STR) in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $4.1 billion. The acquisition includes Sitio’s roughly 34,300 net royalty acres, 25,300 of which are concentrated in the Permian Basin.

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B2B customers have spoken. Will telcos listen?

Mckinsey and Company

Operators have long asked whether they can expand beyond connectivity. Our latest survey of tech and telco B2B decision-makers shows the market offers a resounding “yes.

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Del. Supreme Court Upholds Ruling In $5.5M Earnout Dispute

Law 360 M&A

Delaware's highest court offered no long goodbye Friday to data management venture STX Business Solutions LLC's appeal for a revival of buyer breach claims in a suit dismissed by the Court of Chancery in October.

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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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How does Scotland’s devolved taxes landscape look?

Accounting Web

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Dave Cantin Group Facilitates Two California Dealership Transactions in One Week Amid Acceleration in Automotive M&A Activity

Benzinga

NEW YORK, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Dave Cantin Group (DCG), a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory company to retail automotive groups and their owners, today announced the successful closings of two California dealership transactions in a one-week period in June, a sign of growing momentum in the 2025 automotive buy/sell market and interest in California.

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B. Riley Divests Advisory Services Biz In $118M PE Deal

Law 360 M&A

Financial services company B. Riley Financial Inc., advised by Cole Schotz PC, announced Friday the sale of its advisory services business to funds managed by Canadian private equity shop TorQuest Partners in a $117.8 million deal.

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B. Riley Farber and GlassRatner Acquired by Toronto-Based TorQuest Partners

Benzinga

Toronto, Canada, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B. Riley Farber Advisory Inc. ("B. Riley Farber") and GlassRatner Advisory & Capital Group, LLC ("GlassRatner"), leading providers of high-value financial advisory services, are pleased to announce their acquisition by Toronto-based private equity firm TorQuest Partners. The transaction marks a significant milestone for both firms as B.

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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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Spinoff Transaction Considerations For Biotech M&A

Law 360 M&A

Amid current market challenges, boards and management teams of biotech companies can consider several strategies for maximizing value should a spinoff opportunity arise, but not without significant advance planning and careful implementation, particularly in cases that might qualify as tax-free, say attorneys at Paul Hastings.

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GlassRatner Acquired by TorQuest Partners, Reestablishes Itself as an Independent Brand

Benzinga

Atlanta, GA, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GlassRatner Advisory & Capital Group, LLC (" GlassRatner "), a leading provider of specialty professional and advisory services has reestablished itself as an independent brand following its acquisition by TorQuest Partners from B. Riley Financial, Inc. earlier today. With a 24-year legacy of delivering high-value financial advisory solutions, GlassRatner has built a reputation for excellence in Restructuring, Turnaround Management & Bankr

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Kirkland, Akin Advise On $1.5B DNOW, MRC Deal

Law 360 M&A

DNOW Inc. has agreed to acquire MRC Global Inc. in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $1.5 billion including debt, a deal that will combine two major distributors of energy and industrial products.

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Core Scientific's Acquisition By CoreWeave 'Makes Strategic Sense,' Analysts Say

Benzinga

CoreWeave Inc. (NASDAQ: CRWV ) is in talks to acquire Core Scientific Inc (NASDAQ: CORZ ) Needham On Core Scientific Analyst John Todaro reiterated a Buy rating and price target of $18. There are four reasons why the proposed acquisition "make sense," Todaro said in a note. It would eliminate around $850 million in annual lease expenses and give CoreWeave ownership of the 590MW of capacity it has contracted with Core Scientific, he added.

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Prepare to file P&L accounts as reforms confirmed

Accounting Web

Financial reporting

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PE-Backed McGraw Hill, Consumer Researcher NIQ File IPOs

Law 360 M&A

Educational publisher McGraw Hill Inc. and consumer research provider NIQ Global Intelligence PLC filed plans for initial public offerings Friday, marking a pair of large private-equity-backed companies set to join a recovering IPO market.

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Nvidia Is Acquiring Its Way Into AI

Benzinga

Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ: NVDA ) has acquired a Canadian AI startup CentML , for undisclosed financial terms. The news was reported by Logic on Friday, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter. CentML specializes in optimizing AI, offering innovative solutions that significantly enhance efficiency and performance. The U.S. chip giant tapped CentML CEO Gennady Pekhimenko as a senior director for AI software at Nvidia.

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Comment on Baghdad Bob of Freddie Mac Merits Mention As Mideast Erupts by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

Just in today; SCOTUS rules many judicial injunctions against the executive invalid.

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Deal Dispatch: Darden Cools On Bahama Breeze, NBA M&A Heats Up

Benzinga

New On The Block Bahama Breeze may soon be gone with the wind. Darden Restaurants (NYSE: DRI ) is considering selling the Caribbean-inspired chain or repurposing all its locations. The decision comes after Darden closed 15 Bahama Breeze restaurants in May, leaving just 28. Guru Focus reported that CEO Rick Cardenas told analysts that future investments in the brand are off the table.

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From Industry to Practice Ownership: A Guide to Successfully Making the Transition

Accounting Web

Practice strategy Tags Leadership and strategy Start up in practice Strategy

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Turnstone Biologics Corp. Enters into Agreement to be Acquired by XOMA Royalty Corporation for $0.34 in Cash Per Share Plus a Contingent Value Right

Benzinga

EMERYVILLE, Calif. and SAN DIEGO, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XOMA Royalty Corporation ("XOMA Royalty") (NASDAQ: XOMA ) and Turnstone Biologics Corp. ("Turnstone" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: TSBX ) today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement ("the Merger Agreement"), whereby XOMA Royalty will acquire Turnstone for $0.34 in cash per share of Turnstone common stock ("Turnstone common stock") plus one non-transferable contingent value right ("CVR").

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Altimetrik and SLK Software Join Forces to Create an AI-First Engineering Services Powerhouse

Business Wire M&A

DETROIT--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Altimetrik, a pure-play AI, Data and Digital engineering solutions company, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire SLK Software (“SLK”), a global technology services firm focused on delivering AI, intelligence automation and analytics solutions.

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Stocks Poised To Benefit From Ongoing Consolidation In MarTech/PR Sectors

Benzinga

As market volatility intensifies and economic uncertainty remains persistent, investors increasingly see holding companies in the marketing technology (MarTech) and public relations (PR) sectors as attractive investment opportunities. The recent wave of consolidation within these industries not only streamlines operational efficiency but also sets the stage for significant growth as market conditions stabilize and businesses seek comprehensive, integrated, and scalable solutions.

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Taxation With Representation: Weil, Freshfields, Sidley Austin

Law 360 M&A

In this week's Taxation With Representation, Spectris backs a takeover offer from Advent, C&S Wholesale Grocers acquires SpartanNash, NBA team owners approve the sale of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx to a consortium led by former limited partners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez, and Illumina Inc. acquires SomaLogic from Standard BioTools.

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Comment on Uncovering Flaws in FHA Appraisal & Loan Review Process by Todd Redington

Appraisers Blog

Well, this article is now a complete waste of time. HUD Mortgagee Letter 2025-18 outlines the new appraisal FHA Scope of work guideline and reporting requirements which effective IMMEDIATELY are lower than that of conventional appraisals. Including no original comp photos required, no attic/crawl space inspections, no remaining economic life estimates, no listing and absorption rate reporting requirements in volatile markets (but strongly encouraged)……… Yep, 30 years as a SME o

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Off The Bench: Tatis Says Loan 'Predatory,' Tennis Player Suit

Law 360 M&A

In this week's Off The Bench, a Major League Baseball star wants out of a "predatory" loan from a future earnings investment company, a group of migrant workers keep alive their suit accusing companies that helped develop World Cup facilities in Qatar of exploitation and abuse, and the tennis Grand Slam tournaments may be in the crosshairs of players suing the sport's hierarchy.

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Power Up Your Practice This Summer: Capium’s Ultimate Webinar Series Is Here

Accounting Web

General practice Tags Business advice Capium Practice management

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BNP Paribas Buys HSBC's Custody Business In Germany

Benzinga

BNP Paribas ADR (OTC: BNPQY ) announced Friday that it will acquire the German custody and depositary bank operations of HSBC Continental Europe S.A., a subsidiary of HSBC Holdings PLC (NYSE: HSBC ). The deal, which is subject to regulatory approval, did not disclose financial terms. BNP Paribas reports that the acquisition aims to expand BNP Paribas’s Securities Services division and boost its presence in Germany’s institutional funds and financial intermediary sectors.

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Judge Waits On Fortune's Bid To Join Assa Abloy Fight

Law 360 M&A

A D.C. federal judge left open the question of whether Fortune Brands Home & Security can intervene to enforce Assa Abloy's 2023 settlement agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice on Friday, as the DOJ seeks to keep a supply agreement between the two companies in place.

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Portman Ridge Finance Corporation Announces Shareholder Approval of Merger with Logan Ridge Finance Corporation

Benzinga

NEW YORK, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Portman Ridge Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: PTMN ) ("Portman Ridge" or "PTMN") announced today that it obtained shareholder approval for the issuance of PTMN common stock in connection with the proposed merger of Logan Ridge Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: LRFC ) ("Logan Ridge" or "LRFC") with and into PTMN (the "Share Issuance Proposal") following the adjourned special meeting of shareholders held on June 27, 2025.

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