Harvard Corporate Governance
JULY 1, 2025
Posted by Alexa Kierzkowski and Metin Aksoy, on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Editor's Note: Alexa Kierzkowski and Metin Aksoy are Managing Directors at FW Cook. This post is based on their FW Cook memorandum. ACCOUNTING FOR UNKNOWNS is always the most challenging aspect of executive compensation design—and that exercise is shaping up to be particularly tricky this year.
Sun Acquisitions
JULY 1, 2025
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are exciting opportunities to unlock growth, drive innovation, and enhance market competitiveness. Far from being disruptive, a well-managed merger or acquisition can create a more vital, dynamic organization capable of delivering excellent value to customers, employees, and stakeholders. The key lies in seamless integration—bringing together the strengths of both entities to maximize potential while preserving the unique qualities that made each successful.
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Harvard Corporate Governance
JULY 1, 2025
Posted by Jill E. Fisch (University of Pennsylvania), on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Editor's Note: Jill E. Fisch is the Saul A. Fox Distinguished Professor of Business Law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School. This post is based on her remarks before the SEC’s Investor Advisory Committee. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in the committee’s discussion about engaging with beneficial owners.
JPAbusiness
JULY 1, 2025
We are often engaged by business buyers to assist them in undertaking due diligence on target businesses. In the early stages of that process I often come across vendors who have an accountant, business broker or other advisor who is very coy about sharing what I would call basic financial information on the business.
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.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JULY 1, 2025
Posted by Arthur R. Bookout, Joseph O. Larkin, and Edward Micheletti, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Editor's Note: Arthur R. Bookout , Joseph O. Larkin and Edward B. Micheletti are Partners at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. This post is based on their Skadden memorandum, and is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here.
Peak Business Valuation
JULY 1, 2025
The coffee shop industry has seen steady growth in both sales and pricing over the past several years. This upward trend presents strong opportunities for prospective coffee shop owners. If you hope to enter this thriving market, consider obtaining a business valuation for buying a coffee shop. Business valuations provide a critical look into a coffee shop’s performance, helping buyers know exactly what they are getting into.
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ISA
JULY 1, 2025
7/3/2025 12:00:00 AM A common but important question is: Where should an appraiser sign their report? While it may seem like a small detail, signing the report correctly is essential for compliance with both USPAP and ISA Appraisal Report Writing Standards. What USPAP Requires According to the USPAP 2024 Edition: Standards Rule 8-2(a)(xiv) applies to Appraisal Reports Standards Rule 8-2(b)(xvi) applies to Restricted Appraisal Reports Both state the report must: “Include a signed certificat
ThomsonReuters
JULY 1, 2025
The tax and accounting profession is at a crossroads. Relentless deadlines, persistent talent shortages, escalating client expectations, and a continuously shifting and complex regulatory landscape are prompting professionals to search for sustainable ways to stay competitive. The traditional approaches that built successful practices are increasingly insufficient for meeting a pace of change that shows no signs of slowing Enter agentic AI, a technology that has already moved from “nice to
Reynolds Holding
JULY 1, 2025
When a team of researchers asked an artificial intelligence system to design a railway network that minimized the risk of train collisions, the AI delivered a surprising solution: Halt all trains entirely. No motion, no crashes. A perfect safety record, technically speaking, but also a total failure of purpose. The system did exactly what it was told , not what was meant.
The Guardian M&A
JULY 1, 2025
Purchase would be third major ownership shake-up for high street lender in 12 years The Spanish bank Santander is buying the British high street lender TSB for £2.65bn, raising fears of job cuts and branch closures across the combined group. The proposed deal, announced on Tuesday evening, is the result of a takeover tussle in Santander’s home base of Spain, with the lender Sabadell having decided to sell TSB as it faces an €11bn (£9.4bn) hostile approach from a rival, BBVA.
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
ISA
JULY 1, 2025
7/7/2025 12:00:00 AM When appraising fine art prints, especially those from the same edition, it is common to encounter a wide range of asking prices across different retail galleries. This variability can create confusion when determining which price to use for insurance appraisals. The key lies in two important considerations: the condition of the client’s print and the venue the client shops.
Mckinsey and Company
JULY 1, 2025
Supply chain cybersecurity vulnerabilities frequently make headlines, so being prepared must be a priority. Here’s a new approach to protecting business-critical processes from nth-party risks.
Business Wire M&A
JULY 1, 2025
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE) - $REAX #PropTech--The Real Brokerage acquires Flyhomes’ consumer home search technology to advance the AI-driven home buying experience.
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.
Law 360 M&A
JULY 1, 2025
High-tech instruments manufacturer Spectris said on Wednesday that it has given its backing to a £4.1 billion ($5.6 billion) takeover by U.S. private equity giant KKR, which has outbid a £3.8 billion offer by another PE firm, Advent.
Hallmark Brokers
JULY 1, 2025
Whether you’re planning to sell your business or take the exciting leap into business acquisition, selecting the right business broker is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. A reliable broker can make the difference between a smooth, profitable transition and a long, frustrating process. If you’re located in Sarasota, Manatee, or Charlotte County, […] The post How to Choose the Right Business Broker in Sarasota, Manatee, or Charlotte County appeared first on Hallma
Law 360 M&A
JULY 1, 2025
Packaging Corp. of America has agreed to purchase the containerboard business of Greif Inc. for $1.8 billion in cash, the companies said on Tuesday, in a deal steered by Mayer Brown LLP and A&O Shearman.
Business Wire M&A
JULY 1, 2025
DRESDEN, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Accenture has acquired SYSTEMA, a provider of software solutions and consulting services for manufacturing automation.
Law 360 M&A
JULY 1, 2025
Law school curricula often overlook client communication procedures, and those who actively teach this crucial facet of the practice can create exceptional client satisfaction and success, says Patrick Hanson at Wiggam Law.
Business Wire M&A
JULY 1, 2025
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--D.A. Davidson MCF International announced that it served as exclusive financial advisor to Southworth International Group, Inc. (SIGI), a global provider of ergonomic material handling solutions, in its acquisition of Gruse Maschinenbau GmbH & Co., an established manufacturer of engineered industrial lifting solutions.
Lighter Capital
JULY 1, 2025
Startup founders are some of the hardest-working people on the planet. But even hyper-caffeinated bootstrappers trying to eke out every bit of growth from every dollar earned need a break. So why aren't more founders taking much-needed time off?
Law 360 M&A
JULY 1, 2025
SIX Exchange Group AG said on Tuesday it has successfully closed its acquisition of London's challenger stock exchange Aquis, which the Swiss bourse group believes will boost its position in European trading.
Business Wire M&A
JULY 1, 2025
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mercer Global Advisors, Inc. (“Mercer Advisors”), a national Registered Investment Adviser (“RIA”), today announced the acquisition of O’Brien Wealth Partners (“O’Brien Wealth”), a Waltham, Massachusetts-based firm providing comprehensive wealth management and planning services to high-net-worth individuals, families and nonprofits.
Law 360 M&A
JULY 1, 2025
Banking executive Betsy Cohen's latest special-purpose acquisition company began trading on Tuesday after raising $220 million, in the largest of three initial public offerings totaling $420 million to join a resurgent SPAC market.
Business Wire M&A
JULY 1, 2025
SAN JOSE, Calif. & LUXEMBOURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lyten, the supermaterial applications company and global leader in lithium-sulfur batteries, announced today the acquisition of Northvolt’s Dwa ESS operations in Gdansk, Poland, a 25,000 square meter (270,000 sq ft) battery energy storage systems (BESS) manufacturing and R&D facility. Northvolt Dwa ESS is the largest BESS manufacturing facility in Europe and was part of Northvolt Systems.
Business Wire M&A
JULY 1, 2025
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK) and HPS Investment Partners (HPS) today announced the successful completion of BlackRock’s acquisition of HPS. Private credit is reshaping financial markets and the structural trends supporting its growth have accelerated the convergence of public and private markets.
Law 360 M&A
JULY 1, 2025
The term's sharpest dissents often looked beyond perceived flaws in majority reasoning to raise existential concerns about the role and future of the court, with the justices accusing one another of rewarding executive branch lawlessness, harming faith in the judiciary and threatening democracy, sometimes on an emergency basis with little briefing or explanation.
LaPorte
JULY 1, 2025
LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors (LaPorte), is proud to announce that it has been named to the New Orleans CityBusiness Reader Rankings 2025 Best Accounting… The post LAPORTE NAMED TO CITYBUSINESS READER RANKINGS 2025 BEST ACCOUNTING FIRM LIST first appeared on LaPorte.
Appraisers Blog
JULY 1, 2025
Wrote another essay on the limitations and failure points of AI tech when attempted to be used this way, wrote that just today. Keep trying if you’d like. It won’t change anything.
Business Wire M&A
JULY 1, 2025
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the containerboard business of Greif, Inc. for $1.8 billion in cash. The transaction is expected to close by the end of PCA’s third quarter, subject to certain customary conditions and regulatory approvals.
Benzinga
JULY 1, 2025
Greif Inc. (NYSE: GEF ) has entered into a definitive agreement to divest its Containerboard business to Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG ) for $1.8 billion in cash, in a deal expected to close by the end of fiscal 2025. The transaction includes two containerboard mills with approximately 800,000 tons of annual production capacity and eight sheet feeder and corrugated plants across the United States.
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