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Survey: ESG & Valuation

IVSC

IVSC launches survey exploring the evolution of ESG considerations in the valuation process. ESG comprises three pillars; environmental, social and governance, all of which collectively contribute to effective performance, with p. Alexander Aronsohn IVSC Technical Standards Director (Tangible Assets). Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) are the criteria that together establish the framework for assessing the collective conscientiousness of businesses for social and environmental factors

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The dawn of the FemTech revolution

Mckinsey and Company

As opportunities in women’s health accelerate, FemTech is helping to match capital and talent to unmet needs—with promising early results.

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Appellate Court Reinstates Class Action Lawsuit for Plan’s Denial of Speech Therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder

ThomsonReuters

N.R. v. Raytheon Co., 2022 WL 278537 (1st Cir. 2022). Available at [link]. The minor beneficiary of an employer-sponsored group health plan, with his parents, sued the employer, the plan administrator, and the claims administrator, alleging that the plan’s exclusion of non-restorative speech therapy for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) violated the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).

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How to Deal with Difficult People During Internal Audits

Internal Audit 360

GUEST BLOG: Imagine a world where internal audits were conducted by robots and auditees were also robots. A factual statement by the robot auditor is well received by the robot auditee in a complete, rational, and objective manner. There are no emotions, no ifs, and no buts, no tension. Unfortunately, or fortunately, we are stuck with human internal auditors and auditees.

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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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Back to Earth or Temporary Setback? Revisiting the FANGAM Stocks

Musings on Markets

It has been a rocky year so far, in 2022, with worries about inflation competing with hopes about recovery for the market's attention. In the midst of all the action, to no one's surprise, have been six stocks (Facebook, Amazon, Netflix, Google, Apple and Microsoft or FANGAM) that have largely driven US equities for the last decade, roiling the market with their most recent earnings reports.

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Creating value, finding focus: Global Insurance Report 2022

Mckinsey and Company

The insurance industry struggles to create economic profit. But amid COVID-19’s enduring changes, opportunities await.

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The Impact of Labor Shortages on M&A

Benchmark Report

The Labor Shortage Persists. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted companies of all sizes, but small businesses have certainly been hit the hardest. First, there were total shutdowns, followed by financing problems due to slowed business, and now it is labor shortages that are the latest issue as the world works towards recovery. The slew of workers leaving the workforce altogether is fueling a growing labor shortage in what seems to be every industry.

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Removing the Definition of Personal Inspection

Appraisers Blog

Why is the ASB proposing to remove the definition of Personal Inspection? Several days ago, an appraiser posted the following comment which we have decided to publish as a free-standing post because we believe it deserves attention: Amazingly, while these are horrible – everyone seems to miss the real issue that will hit us all in 2023. As of 2023, if the ASB gets its way in a few weeks, the word “inspection” or “personal inspection” will no longer be defined in USPAP.

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Ransomware prevention: How organizations can fight back

Mckinsey and Company

Ransomware has rapidly become one of the top cybersecurity nightmares. Strategies for prevention, preparation, response, and recovery can help.

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12 interview tips to help you hire new accountants for your firm

ThomsonReuters

Job fit is critical when hiring new accountants for your firm. The right accountant in the right role means a happy, engaged, and thriving employee. That is why matching candidates’ skills, experience, and attitudes to the job description and requirements is crucial. Another important factor to evaluate is organizational or cultural fit. A candidate may check all the boxes for the job, but what about that person’s standards, beliefs, and expectations?

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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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The Shift From a Seller's Market To a Buyer's Market When Interest Rates Rise

Benchmark Report

So if you are a business owner considering selling your company, the good news is that right now, it's a seller's M&A market. By October of 2021, total M&A deal activity reached $4.4 trillion, which is an increase of 92% compared to a year ago and is the strongest opening period for M&A since 1980. In addition, merger activity resulted in deals totaling $1.52 trillion in the three months prior to September 27, 2021.

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No to Desktops with Third Party Inspectors

Appraisers Blog

Hybrid Appraisals were tested and failed. So what does Fannie Mae do? Let’s call them Desktops with third party inspectors. Fannie Mae has announced they will soon start accepting Desktop Appraisals. The appraiser does not inspect the property; however an interior floor plan including walls is required. This in itself is over and above what most appraisers typically provide.

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Reversal of fortune: How European software can play to its strengths

Mckinsey and Company

A relative lack of top software companies threatens Europe’s economic competitiveness. To turn that tide, the private sector has to stop trying to play catch-up and take an altogether new approach.

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Payroll Considerations: When an Employee Dies

ThomsonReuters

The death of a loved one is a challenging time for a family. Not surprisingly, it’s also a challenging time for an employer. There are several considerations when handling the wages and benefits of a deceased employee. . Considerations regarding wages and benefits of a deceased employee. Wage payment. In general, state laws will dictate how wages are processed for a deceased employee.

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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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JD Sports and Footasylum fined almost ÂŁ5m for breaching CMA order

The Guardian M&A

Breach included sharing of commercially sensitive information concerning blocked merger JD Sports and Footasylum have been fined almost ÂŁ5m for sharing commercially sensitive information during an investigation by the UK competition watchdog, which accused them of deleting phone records, and found their chairmen to have held multiple clandestine meetings including one caught on video in a car park near Bury in Greater Manchester.

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Public Finance Investment Banking: Pathway to Politics, or Bottom-Tier Bonus Bullpen?

Brian DeChesare

One of the more controversial industry groups is public finance investment banking. The controversy starts with the name: Is public finance “really” investment banking? Can you compare M&A advisory on multi-billion-dollar corporate deals to underwriting municipal bond issuances from state and local governments? You could argue this either way, but the short answer is yes , public finance still counts as investment banking.

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Creating good packaging for packaged goods

Mckinsey and Company

The e-commerce boom, widespread concerns about sustainability, and the digitization trend are spurring innovation in the packaging industry. Many consumer products will soon be in packages that are stronger, sustainable, and smart.

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7 key factors to consider when hiring new accountants for your firm

ThomsonReuters

Every tax and accounting firm is unique, so there’s really no one-size-fits-all approach to hiring. However, there are seven key factors to consider before posting your next job advertisement. 1. Company culture. Understanding your company culture is a useful step in finding a new accountant who is the right fit for your firm. Take some time to understand your company culture, the environment of your office, and the types of people on your team.

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What Does Inflation Mean For Your Ability to Sell Your Business?

Benchmark Report

Short answer – We don’t know. The M&A market has never interacted with this much inflation before. Inflation is now at a 40-year high. In 1982, there was no M&A market. The birth of the market is most often traced to KKR’s 1988 takeover of RJR Nabisco, as made famous in the 1989 book “Barbarians at the Gate” and the 1993 movie of the same name.

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How To Host A Successful Online Event As A Financial Advisor

Truelytics

Modern Financial Advisor Podcast ·. Episode 75 - How To Host A Successful Online Event As A Financial Advisor. A couple of weeks ago an invitation for an online event called RIA Labs landed in my inbox. The event is the first in a series hosted by InvestmentNews and the topic of helping RIAs "future-proof" their tech stack caught my eye. So, I reached out to Jeff Benjamin , Senior Columnist at InvestmentNews and Co-Chair of the event to see if he would be willing to come on the show as a guest.

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Getting business process outsourcing right in a digital future

Mckinsey and Company

Outsourcing the management of business process is becoming much more digital—and potentially much more powerful for buyers and providers willing to engage more strategically and collaboratively.

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When Merging What Must The Board And Shareholders Approve?

National Law Review M&A

Keith Paul Bishop Jurisdiction: California Type of Law: Corporate & Business Organizations Election Law / Legislative News Mergers & Acquisitions

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Subcontracting vs. Adding Employees - How to Decide What is Best

BV Specialists

Business owners who are enjoying steady growth over time with their sales volume moving ever upward will eventually need to determine whether it makes sense to subcontract out the extra work or consider bringing in a new hire on a part-time or full-time basis. This decision depends greatly on the type of business you own, in that certain jobs involve tasks that can be accomplished from home or in the field, while others require the need to train and work within an office or factory environment.

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How Business Owners Can Preserve Their Company Legacy

Butcher Joseph & Co.

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) represent an alternative way for business owners to sell their company at fair market value, while limiting busin. The post How Business Owners Can Preserve Their Company Legacy appeared first on ButcherJoseph & Co.

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AI-driven operations forecasting in data-light environments

Mckinsey and Company

Too many companies still rely on manual forecasting because they think AI requires better-quality data than they have available. Nowadays, that’s a costly mistake.

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Greenberg Traurig February 2022 Competition Currents: the UK and the EU

National Law Review M&A

Greenberg Traurig's International Trade & Investment Practice Jurisdiction: United Kingdom European Union Type of Law: Administrative & Regulatory Corporate & Business Organizations Mergers & Acquisitions Global

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Compliance from the Employee Perspective

Complysci

When deciding on and integrating a new compliance technology, it’s almost too easy to focus solely on your compliance team’s preferences and proclivities without also considering the general employee experience…often to the detriment of your compliance program success. Why does it matter? While the compliance team will most likely use the software or platform more than your average employee, considering every user experience – from the CCO to your newest Investment Advisor or Hedge Fund Manager

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Is Nike’s Sports Supremacy Enough to Justify Its High Valuation?

Andrew Stolz

Highlights: Digital expansion bears fruit, driving top-line growth. Reengineering retail business could enhance margin further. Competitive position means profits beat those of biggest rival. Download the full report as a PDF. Nike’s revenue breakdown 2021. Price turned bearish. The share price has shown strong volatility over the past few months.

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Supporting employees in the work-life balancing act

Mckinsey and Company

Work-life balance often feels elusive. But same-gender working couples take different approaches to dividing responsibilities—have they cracked the code?

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Greenberg Traurig Competition Currents February 2022: the Netherlands, Poland and Italy

National Law Review M&A

Greenberg Traurig's International Trade & Investment Practice Jurisdiction: Netherlands Poland Italy Type of Law: Antitrust & Trade Regulation Corporate & Business Organizations Criminal Law / Business Crimes Global Mergers & Acquisitions

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Cash Flow Compared to SDE in the Sale of a Business

Midstreet Blog

Imagine you’re talking to your financial advisor and they say “I think this is a great investment! You can buy this business for $1,000,000 and you’ll make $40,000 a year operating it.”.

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Spanish healthcare VC market confirming new heights of financing volumes

Fox Corporate Finance

For the second time in a row, the Spanish healthcare VC market reaches a financing threshold of >EUR 300, doubling within only two years. From 2016 to 2018, the financing volumes totaled around EUR 150, Read more. The post Spanish healthcare VC market confirming new heights of financing volumes appeared first on FCF Fox Corporate Finance GmbH.

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Unlocking opportunities in women’s healthcare

Mckinsey and Company

Advances in women’s healthcare are accelerating, with implications for investors and stakeholders across the value chain and beyond.

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Getting Financially Ahead While You Are Young

Financial Analyst Insider

When you are young, you might not be at the place you want to be financially. It might be intimidating to think about supporting yourself. The post Getting Financially Ahead While You Are Young appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.

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