Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 7, 2025

Posted by Amy Rojik and Lee Sentnor, BDO, on Monday, April 7, 2025 Editor's Note: Amy Rojik is a National Managing Principal and Lee Sentnor is a Professional Practice Director at BDO. This post is based on their BDO memorandum. Board directors once again enter proxy season against a backdrop of significant change. On a broad scale, supply chains and business operations continue to see impact from mounting geopolitical tensions, changing trade, tariff and tax policies, and ongoing price and inte

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Global Finance

APRIL 7, 2025

Serie A, B, and C teams are all in play as private equity firms join the mad rush to buy a dwindling number of assets. In March, Italian football clubs Internazionale Milano (Inter Milan) and Associazione Calcio Milan (AC Milan) made a bold play: buying the legendary Stadio Meazza and its surrounding area, a real estate deal thats due to wrap up in July.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 7, 2025

Posted by Frank J. Favia Jr., Jonathan A. Dhanawade, and Andrew J. Stanger, Mayer Brown LLP, on Monday, April 7, 2025 Editor's Note: Frank J. Favia Jr. and Jonathan A. Dhanawade are Partners, and Andrew J. Stanger is a Knowledge Counsel, at Mayer Brown LLP. This post is based on their Mayer Brown memorandum, and is part of the Delaware law series ;links to other posts in the series are available here.

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BV Specialists

APRIL 7, 2025

As a business appraiser, your primary role is to provide accurate, supportable, unbiased valuations. But in today's competitive landscape, delivering high-quality work is not enough. To grow your practice and stay relevant, it is essential to build relationships with professionals whose clients regularly need valuation services, such as financial planners, accountants, attorneys, and business brokers.

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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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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 7, 2025

In today’s dynamic business landscape, strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become a powerful tool for companies seeking to enhance their financial performance. Diversification, one of the critical benefits of M&A, offers a range of advantages that can significantly improve a company’s bottom line. Understanding the Financial Benefits of Diversification In the context of M&A, diversification refers to expanding a company’s operations into new industries, ma

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Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

The $352 million sale could pave the way for a Singapore-linked entity to take control of Cango as it transitions from car trader to bitcoin miner Cango Inc. (CANG.US) said last Thursday it agreed to sell its original China-based business, the latest step of its recent transformation from car trader to bitcoin miner. It added the sale will help to advance another deal to transfer control of the company under a separate but related proposal announced last month.

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Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE: IBM ) disclosed on Monday that it had acquired Hakkoda Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This move enhances IBM Consulting's data transformation services by adding Hakkoda's expertise in data platforms, supporting clients in preparing their data for AI-driven business operations. The acquisition is expected to strengthen IBM's capacity to meet the rising demand for data services, enabling.

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IT Valuations

APRIL 7, 2025

By Dr. Aaron Mahl, EVP Business Development, iTValuations Whats shaping IT company valuations in 2025? With economic shifts, evolving technology trends, and increasing M&A activity, business leaders must stay ahead of the curve. Our iTV experts, Greg Northrop, Reed Warren, and Aaron Mahl provide insights into the latest valuation trends, market drivers, and what IT business owners should be focusing on to maximize their companys worth. 1.

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Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

On Sunday, Woodside Energy Group (NYSE: WDS ) inked a binding deal to sell a 40% stake in Louisiana LNG Infrastructure LLC to Stonepeak. As per the deal, Stonepeak plans to invest $5.7 billion in the development of the three-train, 16.5 mtpa foundation phase of Louisiana LNG. The investment is expected to cover 75% of capital expenditure in 2025 and 2026, with development starting on January 1, 2025.

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Peak Business Valuation

APRIL 7, 2025

Buying a trucking company can be a great investment opportunity. There are multiple ways your trucking company can service other industries and stay in demand. Freight trucks are commonly used for transporting pharmaceuticals, food, cargo, and heavy machinery. As such, investing in a trucking company can be very lucrative due to the scope and depth of demand.

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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

Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

All amounts are expressed in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated TORONTO, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. (TSX: WDO , OTCQX: WDOFF ) (" Wesdome " or the " Company ") and Angus Gold Inc. (TSXV: GUS , OTC: ANGVF ) (" Angus ") are pleased to jointly announce that they have entered into a definitive arrangement agreement (the " Agreement ") whereby Wesdome will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Angus pursuant to a plan of arrangement (the "

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Musings on Markets

APRIL 7, 2025

I was boarding a plane for a trip to Latin America late in the evening last Wednesday (April 2), and as is my practice, I was checking the score on the Yankee game, when I read the tariff news announcement. Coming after a few days where the market seemed to have found its bearings (at least partially), it was clear from the initial reactions across the world that the breadth and the magnitude of the tariffs had caught most by surprise, and that a market markdown was coming.

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Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

Cloudflare Inc. (NYSE: NET ) shares are trading higher on Monday after acquiring Outerbase , a database tool designed with developers in mind, as part of a broader effort to simplify the creation of AI-driven applications on its cloud platform. This acquisition is set to boost the overall experience for developers , especially those using Cloudflare Workers by making it easier to manage and connect to databases during the app-building process.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 7, 2025

Demand for military and commercial vessels is outpacing supply. Private equity investments that improve shipyard efficiency could boost production and help nations meet their security requirements.

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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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Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

DALLAS, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- P10, Inc. (NYSE: PX ) ("P10" or the "Company"), a leading private markets solutions provider, today announced it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Qualitas Equity Funds SGEIC, S.A. ("Qualitas Funds") for an initial purchase price of $63 million, with the potential for additional earnout consideration.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 7, 2025

Low advancement rates have hindered womens careers. To make up ground, they can hone their entrepreneurial and soft skills and build a network of mentors and sponsors.

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Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

HOUSTON, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sierra Financial Holdings, LLC (Sierra) today announced that it closed on the acquisition of Preferred Security Life Insurance Company, a Texas-Domiciled Life Insurance Carrier (PSLIC). John F. Sexton, Charles T. Ferdin and Craig Haack currently serve on the Board of Directors of Sierra Financial Holdings, LLC.

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Financial Times M&A

APRIL 7, 2025

Germanys biggest defence contractor agrees to buy ammunition propellant manufacturer

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Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

MEMPHIS, Tenn., April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Redwood Services ("Redwood"), an established home services firm focused on investing in leading HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services companies in growing U.S. markets, announced that it has partnered with Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electric ("Cardinal"). This partnership marks Redwood's eighteenth platform investment, highlighting the company's ongoing growth and commitment to expansion.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 7, 2025

CEO Marit van Egmond shares her recipe for Albert Heijns success and what she expects to drive the market in the years to come.

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Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

SEATTLE, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Earth Finance , a Seattle-based sustainability strategy and financing firm has acquired Climate Engine , a U.S. and Canadian developer of Spatial Finance technology ( SpatiaFi ) that provides global environmental and economic data along with AI and cloud tools to help corporations and investors reduce business risk and increase resiliency and adaption required to thrive in a changing world.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 7, 2025

Jorma Rauhala, president and CEO of Kesko Corporation, reveals the success factors of Keskos data and AI journey.

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Benzinga

APRIL 7, 2025

NEW YORK and WOONSOCKET, R.I., April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Surplus Solutions LLC ("Surplus Solutions"), a portfolio company of NMS Capital ("NMS"), announced today the acquisition of Certified Genetool (or the "Company"), a San Francisco-based provider of certified laboratory instruments and technical services. The acquisition expands Surplus Solutions' operational capabilities and supports continued growth in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and life sciences sectors.

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Global Finance

APRIL 7, 2025

The region is set to drive global economic growth, powered by its population and tech sector. The Asia-Pacific region (APAC) will lead global economic growth over the next 15 years thanks to several factors, some of which are already manifest and some of which have yet to emerge. APACs growth will stem from four key large-scale trends: urbanization, connectivity, the energy transition, and the looming baby bust.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 7, 2025

According to Maniele Tasca, general manager of Selex Gruppo Commerciale, recognizing regional differences is a key success factor in Italian grocery.

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Global Finance

APRIL 7, 2025

Of late, Bulgaria has been one of the fastest growing economies in southeastern Europe. But foreign investors are looking for structural reforms before returning. At first glance, Bulgaria, one of the poorest countries in the EU, might not seem like an obvious destination for foreign direct investment (FDI), given its reputation for slow-moving bureaucracy, limited transparency, and political instability.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 7, 2025

Despite cost pressure and low volume growth, there are pockets of opportunity in European groceryfrom private label differentiation to personalization of the shopping experience.

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Machen McChesney

APRIL 7, 2025

Understanding your businesss financial health is essential for long-term success. QuickBooks offers a powerful reporting tool suite that can provide critical insights to support decision-making and help you comply with accounting and tax rules.

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Financial Times M&A

APRIL 7, 2025

Mark Wiedman was a potential future leader of the asset manager but will join a bank seeking to compete with majors

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 7, 2025

Jitse Groen, CEO and founder of Just Eat Takeaway.com, talks shop about the evolution and the economics of grocery delivery in Europe.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

APRIL 7, 2025

Last summer, we wrote a post comparing the challenges presented in golf’s Open Championship to those of operating a family business in times of economic uncertainty. We highlight those challenges again in this week’s post for two reasons.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 7, 2025

A Delaware vice chancellor wondered Monday why neither side of a derivative suit over the $3 billion take-public merger of battery maker Microvast Holdings Inc. spoke about a recent state supreme court case relevant to the dispute.

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N Contracts

APRIL 7, 2025

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., April 7, 2025 -- Ncontracts , the leading provider of integrated compliance, risk, and third-party management solutions to the financial services industry, today released findings from its 2025 Third-Party Risk Management Survey, revealing the biggest trends, risks, and strategies shaping third-party risk management (TPRM) today.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 7, 2025

A Delaware vice chancellor has threatened a plaintiff with sanctions in an appraisal action for allegedly using a "hallucinating" generative artificial intelligence program to prepare his motions and has ordered the plaintiff to disclose his use of AI in court filings moving forward.

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