JPAbusiness

MARCH 7, 2023

I’m often approached by people in their 40s and beyond who are looking to go into business for the first time. They have been in an employed environment and are seeking my advice about how to buy or start their own business. Rather than immediately focus on the ‘how’ , it’s a good idea to step back and think about the ‘what’ and ‘why’. If you’re in this position, here’s a few questions to get you thinking about just what you want to achieve from business ownership.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

MARCH 7, 2023

Posted by Lauren H. Cohen (Harvard Business School), Umit Gurun (University of Texas at Dallas), Bugra Ozel (University of Texas at Dallas) , on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 Editor's Note: Lauren H. Cohen is the L. E. Simmons Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, Umit Gurun is the Stan Liebowitz Professor of Accounting at the University of Texas at Dallas, and N.

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Appraisers Blog

MARCH 7, 2023

It’s unfortunate that this case was SETTLED in the way it was, because in reality, nothing about racial discrimination and disparate treatment was actually proven at a full trial… The first case that’s been adjudicated claiming appraiser discrimination has been SETTLED by the defendant appraiser and the plaintiffs, with the judge “dismissing all claims with prejudice”, meaning it cannot be re-opened by the plaintiffs, but it can be appealed to a higher court by the defendant.

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Benzinga

MARCH 7, 2023

Bhang Inc. (OTCQB: BHNGF ) (CSE:BHNG) has signed a letter of intent to acquire 1352135 B.C. Ltd. (" BC Corp ") to obtain access to minor-cannabinoid, cannabis, THC, and psychedelic-related patents and intellectual property pivotal in building Bhang's portfolio beyond chocolate and edible cannabis brands. "We are innovating new products and proprietary delivery methods designed to enhance and complement consumer happiness, lifestyle, and well-being," stated Graham Simmonds

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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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NYT M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

Antitrust regulators said the deal would reduce competition and raise fares. The companies argued it would allow them to better compete against the biggest U.S. airlines.

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Benzinga

MARCH 7, 2023

F-Star Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ: FSTX ) shares are trading higher Tuesday after the company announced clearance for the proposed acquisition by invoX Pharma. What To Know: The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) has cleared the previously announced acquisition by invoX Pharma, marking the final. Full story available on Benzinga.

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Business Wire M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE) - $AP #3d_immersive_games--Ault Alliance and Ecoark Holdings Complete $100 Million Share Exchange Agreement for BITNILE.

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Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 7, 2023

As executive vice president and CEO of US businesses at Prudential, Caroline Feeney has found success by staying true to herself and helping others to climb the ladder.

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National Law Review M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

Simone Wijngaard David van Dijk Jurisdiction: Netherlands Type of Law: Election Law / Legislative News Mergers & Acquisitions Real Estate Tax

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Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 7, 2023

Investing in understanding the needs of customers and the healthcare ecosystem in the early stages of innovation can boost performance and reduce the risk of failure.

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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

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Financial Times M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

Plus, Mudrick cashes in on vapes and the internal tensions that sparked an employee exodus at German fintech N26

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Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 7, 2023

Higher inflation, higher interest rates, and other challenges mean that the real estate industry needs new paths to success.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

Canadian machine auctioneer Ritchie Bros. on Tuesday announced that it will pay investors a special cash dividend if they approve its proposed $7.3 billion merger with online automobile buying company IAA Inc.

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Business Wire M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ: FITB) today announced a definitive agreement to acquire Big Data Healthcare, a technology solutions provider for healthcare payments and remittance. This transaction adds national healthcare revenue cycle capabilities, addressing the complex and complicated needs of clients, while building on Fifth Third’s legacy of digital innovation and focus on the healthcare sector.

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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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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

A Digital Turbine Inc. stockholder has sued the mobile advertising company in Delaware's Court of Chancery, accusing company leadership of overstating its 2022 fiscal year prospects by $335 million and its CEO of taking advantage of the situation by selling his stock at artificially inflated prices.

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Business Wire M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RM Restaurant Group, (Rio Mambo Tex Mex y Mas and THE RIM scratch craft), a Generational Equity client, was acquired by Xperience Restaurant Group.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

Latham & Watkins LLP has expanded several of its practices in both its New York and Washington, D.C. offices, with three partners who focus on mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and privacy and connectivity law, the firm announced Monday.

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Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 7, 2023

To make sustainable progress toward gender equality, businesses need to go beyond table stakes. What steps can companies in Asia take to address this challenge?

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Financial Times M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

Scottish company says board is ‘minded to reject’ US private equity group’s latest proposal

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NYT M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

CVC Capital Partners, the former owner of Formula 1, will take a 20 percent stake in a commercial subsidiary as the tour seeks to expand its marketing of events and players and increase prize money.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

Activist investor Kinesic Capital LLC on Tuesday sent a letter to the board of directors of San Francisco-based virtual communications company ON24, decrying the company's performance and highlighting a three-step value creation plan that it believes is in the "best long-term interest" of all shareholders.

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Financial Times M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

Takeover combining fierce rivals would eliminate competition and is ‘presumptively illegal’

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Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 7, 2023

Blackstone Private Equity’s head of Asia, Amit Dixit, reveals elements of its long-term success in India. Hint: it requires the right mix of ownership, technology, and talent.

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Audit Board

MARCH 7, 2023

The current momentum around ESG consolidation and regulatory action signals a clear shift from voluntary to required disclosures and assurance, and toward more rigor around sustainability claims and reporting. But when it comes to ESG, nobody’s expecting perfection — yet. The important thing is having a plan in place to do better, be transparent, and communicate with stakeholders.

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Exit Strategy

MARCH 7, 2023

Selling a division or line of business is often more complex than selling an entire company. If you’re like most private business owners, you have never sold a business, let alone carved out and divested part of one. This article shares some of what I’ve learned about planning and executing a successful divestiture during my […] The post How to Divest Part of a Company appeared first on Exit Strategies Group, Inc.

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Audit Board

MARCH 7, 2023

Your data security is only as strong as the most vulnerable vendor that works with your organization’s data. Third-party vulnerabilities have led to some of the most debilitating cyber attacks in recent years, including Toyota , Volkswagen , Accellion , Comcast , Okta , Uber , and SolarWinds. The supply chain comprises of many integrated third parties like vendors, suppliers, contractors, and sub-contractors that require access to an organization’s sensitive information.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

A consortium including Blackstone Inc. and Thomson Reuters has sold £2 billion ($2.4 billion) worth of shares in the London Stock Exchange Group, bookrunner Morgan Stanley said Wednesday.

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Audit Board

MARCH 7, 2023

After much anticipation, The IIA has released a revised set of professional standards for the practice of internal audit for public exposure and comment. More than just an update to the existing Standards , this marks a major step in the ongoing evolution of the International Professional Practices Framework through a significant overhaul of the structure, integrating the Standards with the Code of Ethics , Core Principles , Implementation Guidance , and Practice Guides , and elevating the expe

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Business Wire M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

LONDRES & BRUXELLES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--("euNetworks"), une société d'Europe occidentale d'infrastructure de bande passante, a annoncé aujourd'hui avoir signé un accord portant sur l'acquisition de la filiale, spécialisée dans la fibre optique noire, d'une entreprise de service public belge ("la filiale commerciale"). Fondée à la fin des années 1990, la filiale commerciale comprend un réseau câblé comptant 1.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

MARCH 7, 2023

Over the last few weeks, I’ve had both professional and personal conversations with family business owners who utilized a business transaction to maximize their charitable giving and minimize their tax burden. While taxes are not generally the primary driver in making large gifts to charity, a little foresight and planning can create flexibility in your giving, yield more bang for your buck.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

The Internal Revenue Service is considering whether preferred stocks and other special classes of stocks will need carveouts or exemptions from the new excise tax for stock buybacks that took effect this year, an agency official said Tuesday.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

MARCH 7, 2023

Mercer Capital’s Timothy R. Lee, ASA to present an in-pereson session on “Current Issues and Opportunities in Tax-Related Valuations” at the Estate Planning Council of Mississippi in Ridgeland, Mississippi on March 14, 2023. Tim is the Managing Director of Corporate Valuation Services and a board member at Mercer Capital. He has over 28 years of experience in valuation and corporate advisory.

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Law 360 M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

The U.S. Department of the Treasury is advancing several regulations for corporations filing consolidated tax returns, including guidance that would fix existing obsolete rules, an official said Tuesday.

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Business Wire M&A

MARCH 7, 2023

NEW YORK & MIRAMAR, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JetBlue Airways Corporation (“JetBlue”) (NASDAQ: JBLU) and Spirit Airlines, Inc. (“Spirit”) (NYSE: SAVE) today responded to the filing of a complaint by the U.S.

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