Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 28, 2022

Posted by Leo E. Strine, Jr. (University of Pennsylvania), on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 Editor's Note: Leo E. Strine, Jr. is the Michael L. Wachter Distinguished Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School; Senior Fellow, Harvard Program on Corporate Governance; of counsel, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz; and former Chief Justice and Chancellor, the State of Delaware.

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Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 28, 2022

Too many employers pay too little heed to the needs of the lower earners in their company. Here’s why—and how—they should shift gears.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

JUNE 28, 2022

Posted by Eric Diamond, Donald Crawshaw, and William G. Farrar, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 Editor's Note: Eric Diamond , Donald Crawshaw , and William G. Farrar are partners at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP. This post is based on a Sullivan & Cromwell memorandum by Mr. Diamond, Mr. Crawshaw, Mr. Farrar, Nati Hyojin Kim , and Meng Yu.

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Marketability 206

Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 28, 2022

By embedding customer experience within the organization and its operating model, companies can provide superior customer experience and realize tangible business impact.

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Marketability 126

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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Benzinga

JUNE 28, 2022

Rumors of Robinhood Markets Inc (NASDAQ: HOOD ) being acquired by FTX sent shares soaring Monday. While FTX CEO and co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried put the rumors to rest for now, one analyst can’t help but think of the possibility of a merger. The Robinhood Analyst: Piper Sandler analyst Richard Repetto has a Neutral rating on Robinhood and a price target of $11.

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Marketability 98

Avanade

JUNE 28, 2022

ERP transformation is a massive program akin to surgery on the central nervous system of your organization and understanding the most common mistakes to avoid is critical.

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Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 28, 2022

An eminent European economist discusses the economic challenges arising from the war in Ukraine, the spreading economic turbulence, and the need to work together to nurture global public goods.

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Benzinga

JUNE 28, 2022

JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ: JBLU ) has again modified its proposal to acquire Spirit Airlines Inc (NYSE: SAVE ) based on discussions with Spirit shareholders. JetBlue added a ticking fee, increased the reverse breakup fee to $400 million, and accelerated prepayment to $2.50 per share. Related : JetBlue Submits Improved Proposal For Spirit Airlines At $33.50/share.

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Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 28, 2022

What airlines can learn from the small group of carriers that yield consistently strong results.

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ThomsonReuters

JUNE 28, 2022

Corporate tax teams that want to invest in an automated indirect tax solution can’t simply declare to decision-makers that efficiencies, cost savings, and a host of other benefits will magically start boosting the bottom line once the software is activated. Rather, to make a persuasive case for investment in automation, tax teams must explain: where the promised efficiencies will come from. what the return on technology investment (ROI) is going to be. how adding such a solution will improve dep

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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

Appraisers Blog

JUNE 28, 2022

Don’t say that the subject property is ‘within’ a particular City or Town due to the postal ZIP Code that applies to the street address unless that is accurate. The actual location may be miles away from there. Appraisers, this article was prompted by my ‘coming in contact with’ several appraisal reports where different regional appraisers report the physical location of the subject property “in” a particular City associated with the postal ZIP Code for that City.

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NYT M&A

JUNE 28, 2022

A rush to stock up on emergency contraception could mean huge profits for the investors behind the well-known morning-after pill.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 98

Butcher Joseph & Co.

JUNE 28, 2022

The M&A Advisor announced Tristan Tahmaseb, Senior Associate, ButcherJoseph & Co., as one of the recipients of the 13th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards. The post Tristan Tahmaseb Announced as Recipient of The M&A Advisor’s 13th Annual Emerging Leaders Awards appeared first on ButcherJoseph & Co.

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Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 28, 2022

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 you’re looking for a quick win.

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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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NYT M&A

JUNE 28, 2022

With companies like Apple, Amazon and Netflix muscling in on Hollywood, it’s been harder for smaller agencies to compete.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 89

Mckinsey and Company

JUNE 28, 2022

The IT/OT stack can be a major stumbling block in digital transformation. Or, with the right changes, it can be the key to unlocking digital at scale.

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NYT M&A

JUNE 28, 2022

With companies like Apple, Amazon and Netflix muscling in on Hollywood, it’s been harder for smaller agencies to compete.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 89

Financial Times M&A

JUNE 28, 2022

Owner of UK pharmacy and beauty group blames market turmoil for bids being below its expectations

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Marketability 98

Law 360 M&A

JUNE 28, 2022

Swedish telecommunications giant Ericsson disclosed Tuesday that national security officials are reviewing its plans to buy New Jersey-based internet phone company Vonage for an enterprise value of about $6.2 billion.

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Enterprise Value 74

Benzinga

JUNE 28, 2022

Pune, India, June 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global Smart Home Market size was USD 86.48 billion in 2020. The market is expected to grow from USD 99.89 billion in 2021 to USD 380.52 billion in 2028 at a CAGR of 21.1% during the 2022-2028 period. This crucial information is published by Fortune Business Insights™ in its report titled, "Smart Home Market, 2022-2028.".

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The Guardian M&A

JUNE 28, 2022

UK’s biggest chemist to stay with Walgreens Boots Alliance as market turmoil makes debt-funded takeovers difficult Boots will remain under the ownership of Walgreens Boots Alliance after the US pharmacy company abandoned a sale of Britain’s biggest chemist. Walgreens has been looking to sell Boots and its related No7 Beauty brand since the end of last year, with a formal review of its options beginning in January.

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Financial Times M&A

JUNE 28, 2022

Plus, European Spacs struggle to strike mergers and EY pays up for its cheating scandal

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Audit Board

JUNE 28, 2022

Organizations with immature risk management environments are facing challenges to evolve. With minimal historical risk information to build upon and little to no pre-existing enterprise risk management (ERM) process, it’s difficult to see organization-wide risk clearly or ensure appropriate follow-through. An organization’s risk profile constantly evolves alongside market, industry, and economic conditions and demands from an ever-widening group of stakeholders.

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Benzinga

JUNE 28, 2022

Pinterest Inc (NYSE: PINS ) shares are soaring in the post-market session on the appointment of online commerce expert Bill Ready as the Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors, effective June 29, 2022. Ben Silbermann, co-founder, Chief Executive Officer, and President, will be transitioning to the newly created. Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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Marketability 52

Essentials of Corporate Finance

JUNE 28, 2022

During 2021, much of the talk concerning inventory surrounded shortages due to a variety of factors. In response, many companies increased production and orders to combat supply chain disruptions and increased consumer demand coming out of COVID-19 lockdowns. Now, it appears that companies have overshot demand as inventories have surged. For example, inventories for global manufacturing companies reached a record $1.87 trillion.

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Henry Horne

JUNE 28, 2022

There’s a tax-advantaged way for taxpayers to save for the needs of family members with disabilities without losing eligibility for other government benefits they’re entitled to. This can be done through an ABLE account, which is a tax-free account that can be used to save for disability-related expenses. Don’t miss: Dependent credits beyond the child … Keep Reading.

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Exit Strategy

JUNE 28, 2022

“To win in the marketplace, you must first win in the workplace.” Those words of Doug Conant, former CEO of Campbell Soup Company, ring particularly true today. The talent market was tight before the pandemic, but now we’re in a critical state. Finding employees is a challenge for everyone. And if you’re selling your business, […]. The post M&A Advisor Tip: Employee retention adds business value appeared first on Exit Strategies Group, Inc.

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Marketability 52

Trout CPA

JUNE 28, 2022

With automotive OEM’s expanding their Electric Vehicle (EV) offerings with ever more attractive models and range extending capabilities that allow consumers to drive ever farther, the market is poised for significant growth. With US governmental incentives reaching more than $180 billion in 2022, and private investors pumping in more funding, automotive dealers need to start rethinking their business models and dealership platforms to support the new market need.

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Marketability 52

Exit Strategy

JUNE 28, 2022

Financing Deals in 2021 Presented by IBBA & M&A Source Deal financing has not changed significantly since before the pandemic. On average, sellers continue to receive 80% or more of total consideration as cash at close. (Cash at close includes senior debt and buyer equity.) Seller financing accounts for 15% or less of most deals. […]. The post Market Pulse – Q4 2021 appeared first on Exit Strategies Group, Inc.

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Financial Analyst Insider

JUNE 28, 2022

The bottomline is the only thing that most CFO’s and CEO’s care about nowadays. But what impacts your bottomline the most? Sales! That’s right. Revenue. The post How Knowing Your Customers Can Impact Your Brand’s Bottomline appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.

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Benzinga

JUNE 28, 2022

Clearway Energy Inc (NYSE: CWEN ) has agreed to acquire a portfolio of operating wind projects from Capistrano Wind Partners, LLC for $255 million in cash, plus the assumption of ~$160 million of non-recourse debt. The Capistrano Portfolio consists of five utility-scale wind projects representing 413 MW capacity in Texas, Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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Trout CPA

JUNE 28, 2022

According to the 2021 Cox Automotive Dealership Research & Market Intelligence Staffing Study , sixty four percent of the 400 individuals working for companies outside the auto industry stated they did NOT want to work in an automobile dealership. That is an alarming statistic. In this time of the ‘great resignation’ and chronic shortages of qualified employees for all sorts of positions, 2/3’s of potential employees would not even consider a position in a dealership…which is actually down f

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Marketability 52

Benzinga

JUNE 28, 2022

Nuvve Holding Corp (NASDAQ: NVVE ) has made a strategic investment in Switch, a provider of electric charging management and maintenance software. The financial terms were not disclosed. The investment expands the electric vehicle service equipment network, leading. Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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Trout CPA

JUNE 28, 2022

The supply chain for many U.S. companies was disrupted due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, and inventory levels at the end of 2020 and 2021 were significantly reduced. As a result, many companies using the last in, first out (LIFO) inventory method experienced an involuntary liquidation of their LIFO layers.

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