IVSC

APRIL 30, 2024

Dan McCarthy Assistant Professor of Marketing, Emory University Daniel McCarthy is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at Emory University’s Goizueta School of Business. His research specialty is the application of leading-edge statistical methodology to contemporary empirical marketing problems. His research interests include customer-based corporate valuation, which he popularised, customer lifetime value, limited data problems, data privacy, and the marketing/finance interface.

Marketability 147

Marketability Finance Business Valuation 147

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 28, 2024

Posted by Lindsey Stewart, Morningstar, Inc, on Sunday, April 28, 2024 Editor's Note: Lindsey Stewart is Director of Investment Stewardship Research at Morningstar, Inc. This post is based on a Morningstar memorandum by Mr. Stewart and River Meng. Key Takeaways Manager Exits Grab Headlines Ahead of Proxy Season Five US asset managers recently decided to exit or amend their participation in the Climate Action 100+ engagement initiative.

276

276

Mckinsey and Company

MAY 3, 2024

Narcissism. Overconfidence. Low EQ. Why do we persist in selecting for leadership traits that hamper organizational progress—and leave the right potential leaders in the wrong roles?

145

145

Benzinga

MAY 3, 2024

Diversified miners Glencore (OTC: GLNCY ) and Anglo American (OTC: NGLOY ) offer a better match than that proposed in BHP Group ‘s (NYSE: BHP ) offer for Anglo, RBC Capital Markets analyst Marina Calero said in a note to clients on Friday. Last week, Australia-headquartered BHP said it had made a $39 billion offer for London-based Anglo, which swiftly rejected the proposal as too low.

Marketability 116

Marketability 116

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.

Marketability

NYT M&A

APRIL 29, 2024

With its TikTok bill, Congress sent message to the world: You cannot disregard basic internet norms and expect to be treated like any other country.

Mergers & Acquisitions 122

Mergers & Acquisitions Technology 122

Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 1, 2024

Posted by Kevin D. Chen (Duke University), John E. Core (MIT), and Wayne R. Guay (University of Pennsylvania), on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 Editor's Note: Kevin D. Chen is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at Duke University, John E. Core is the Nanyang Technological University Professor and a Professor of Accounting at MIT, and Wayne R. Guay is the Yagao Professor of Accounting at the University of Pennsylvania.

Technology 222

Technology 222

Law 360 M&A

MAY 2, 2024

State and federal regulators are increasingly imposing new requirements on healthcare transactions involving private equity partners, with mergers that would have drawn little scrutiny a few years ago now requiring a multijurisdictional risk analysis during the deal formation process, say attorneys at Stinson.

Equity 98

Equity 98

LaPorte

APRIL 30, 2024

(authored by RSM US LLP) SECURE 2.0 provides new opportunities for plan participants to take retirement distributions without incurring early withdrawal penalties. The post New retirement plan distribution options introduced by SECURE 2.0 first appeared on LaPorte.

98

98

Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 2, 2024

Posted by Sean Dowd, Rich Kando, and Chris Crovatto, AlixPartners LLP, on Thursday, May 2, 2024 Editor's Note: Sean Dowd is a Local Market Leader, Partner, and Managing Director; Rich Kando is a Partner and Managing Director; and Chris Crovatto is a Director at AlixPartners LLP. This post was prepared for the Forum by Mr. Dowd, Mr. Kando, and Mr. Crovatto.

Technology 207

Technology Marketability 207

Mckinsey and Company

MAY 3, 2024

Hydrogen developers could use digital twins to improve the economic viability of renewable projects and meet increasing demand. Here, we illustrate how, using renewable hydrogen as an example.

120

120

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

Law 360 M&A

MAY 2, 2024

As the old marketing adage goes, consistency is key, but law firm style guides need consistency that contemplates variety when it comes to client alert formats, allowing attorneys to tailor alerts to best fit the audience and subject matter, says Jessica Kaplan at Legally Penned.

Marketability 98

Marketability 98

NYT M&A

APRIL 29, 2024

Mr. Bakish was once a staunch ally of Shari Redstone, Paramount’s controlling shareholder. His departure comes as the company considers a major merger.

Mergers & Acquisitions 107

Mergers & Acquisitions 107

Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 1, 2024

Posted by Michael Didiuk, Malik Rollins, and Joseph Daly, Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP, on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 Editor's Note: Michael Didiuk is a Partner, Malik Rollins is Special Counsel, and Joseph Daly is an Associate at Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP. This post is based on their Schulte memorandum. The US Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”) have overhauled Form PF and private fund managers have until March 12, 2025, to begin repor

173

173

Mckinsey and Company

MAY 3, 2024

This playbook for founder CEOs on scaling from start-up to standout and beyond borrows lessons from the global B2B software-as-a-service industry.

Start-ups 131

Start-ups B2B 131

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.

Marketability

Law 360 M&A

MAY 2, 2024

Plastic-film maker Transcendia Holdings announced Thursday that it had reached a recapitalization deal that will cut $200 million in debt, provide $114 million in new capital, and hand majority ownership of the company to private equity firm Industrial Opportunity Partners.

Private Equity Firm 97

Private Equity Firm Equity 97

NYT M&A

MAY 2, 2024

Paramount has been exploring a potential deal for months, talking to suitors including Skydance, producer of “Top Gun: Maverick.

Mergers & Acquisitions 111

Mergers & Acquisitions Equity 111

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 29, 2024

Posted by Donna F. Anderson and Jocelyn S. Brown, T. Rowe Price, on Monday, April 29, 2024 Editor's Note: Donna F. Anderson is Global Head of Corporate Governance and Jocelyn S. Brown is Head of Governance for EMEA and Asia-Pacific at T. Rowe Price. This post is based on their T. Rowe Price memorandum. This is the fourth year that we have published analysis of our voting results on shareholder resolutions on environmental, social, and political topics. [1] Since the 2021 proxy voting season, wh

Marketability 173

Marketability 173

Mckinsey and Company

MAY 3, 2024

Deep learning is a type of machine learning that is more capable, autonomous, and accurate than traditional machine learning.

141

141

Law 360 M&A

MAY 1, 2024

Thanks to my dog Birdie, I've learned that carving out an activity different from the practice of law — like daily outdoor walks that allow you to interact with new people — can contribute to professional success by boosting creativity and mental acuity, as well as expanding your social network, says Sarah Petrie at the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office.

98

98

NYT M&A

MAY 3, 2024

Negotiations are now likely to focus on another suitor, Sony, which has teamed up with the private equity giant Apollo on a $26 billion bid.

Equity 104

Equity Mergers & Acquisitions 104

Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 30, 2024

Posted by Frank Kurre, Protiviti; Mark Rogers, BoardProspects; and Michael Tae, Broadridge Investor Communication Solutions, on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 Editor's Note: Frank Kurre is a Managing Director at Protiviti, Mark Rogers is Founder and CEO at BoardProspects, and Michael Tae is Co-President at Broadridge Investor Communication Solutions. This post is based on their Protiviti memorandum.

165

165

Mckinsey and Company

MAY 3, 2024

To meet escalating demand for the latest advanced products, companies need a better way to handle the interactions and uncertainties of increasingly complex manufacturing.

107

107

Law 360 M&A

MAY 1, 2024

Delaware's top court on Wednesday reversed a Chancery Court dismissal of stockholder challenges to the $7.3 billion go-private sale of Inovalon Holdings Inc. to Nordic Capital, saying that the lower court wrongly concluded that minority investors were adequately informed about the deal and special committee conflicts of interest.

98

98

Appraisers Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

The saga of proposed AI regulation in Colorado continues… [link] He added: “The defense of innovation for the sake of innovation fails to mean something when that innovation is concentrated in the hands of the few, held behind opaque curtains, and is a source of systemic abuses.” That above is a quote from a high school kid. Below, a conversational AI type system executive. “This bill ensures that careful developers stay that way and makes reckless development impossible,

Compliance 90

Compliance Technology 90

Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 3, 2024

Posted by Miles Rogerson, Diligent Market Intelligence, on Friday, May 3, 2024 Editor's Note: Miles Rogerson is a Financial Journalist at Diligent Market Intelligence (DMI). This post is based on his Diligent memorandum. Nearly half of the Russell 3000 companies targeted by activists in 2023 had few defenses against such advances. According to Diligent Market Intelligence’s (DMI) Governance data, of the 103 Russell 3000 companies targeted by primary- and partial-focus activists in 2023, 50 had

Marketability 150

Marketability 150

Mckinsey and Company

MAY 3, 2024

The former CEO of American Equity Investment Life reflects on his career path, Brookfield’s acquisition of AEL, and his predictions for the insurance industry.

Equity 107

Equity 107

Law 360 M&A

APRIL 30, 2024

Kroger and Albertsons told an Oregon federal court to reject a pending merger challenge by the Federal Trade Commission and a group of states, saying it distorts the competitive landscape for the grocery and labor markets.

Marketability 98

Marketability 98

Benzinga

APRIL 30, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NASDAQ-listed, AGBA Group Holding Limited (" AGBA " or the " Company " or the " Group "), previously announced that on April 16, 2024, it entered into a definitive merger agreement (the " Merger Agreement ") to combine AGBA with Triller Corp. (" Triller "), a leading Artificial Intelligence-driven social video platform (together, the " Merger " or the " Transaction ").

B2B 93

B2B Technology Marketability 93

Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 2, 2024

Posted by Chong Shu (University of Utah), on Thursday, May 2, 2024 Editor's Note: Chong Shu is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Utah. This post is based on his article forthcoming in the Journal of Financial Economics. Investors, except for the largest ones, are generally apathetic towards corporate governance, reluctant to spend resources to effectively monitor their portfolio firms (Berle and Means, 1932).

Finance 150

Finance 150

Mckinsey and Company

MAY 3, 2024

Thomas Dohmke, CEO of GitHub, discusses the impact generative AI will have on software development, the evolution of the developer’s role, and the opportunity to accelerate innovation.

100

100

Law 360 M&A

APRIL 28, 2024

In the past year, plaintiffs have won settlements and judgments for millions and billions of dollars from companies such as Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, Facebook and Fox News, with many high-profile cases finally wrapping up after years of fighting. Such cases — involving over-the-top compensation packages, chemical contamination, gender discrimination and data mining — were led by attorneys whose accomplishments earned them recognition as Law360's Titans of the Plaintiffs Bar for 2024.

98

98

LaPorte

MAY 3, 2024

(authored by RSM US LLP) Audit rates on large corporations to increase threefold, per newly released IRS roadmap for spending Inflation Reduction Act funds. The post IRS releases plan to triple its audit rates on large corporations first appeared on LaPorte.

84

84

Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 2, 2024

Posted by Carine Smith Ihenacho, Tim Smith, and Kristin Verpe (NBIM), on Thursday, May 2, 2024 Editor's Note: Carine Smith Ihenacho is Chief Governance and Compliance Officer, Tim Smith is Lead Investment Stewardship Manager, and Kristin Verpe is Investment Stewardship Analyst at Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM). This post is based on their NBIM memorandum.

Banking 145

Banking Compliance 145

Mckinsey and Company

MAY 3, 2024

AI is here to stay. To outcompete in the future, organizations and individuals alike need to get familiar fast. This series of McKinsey Explainers dives deep into the seven technologies that are already shaping the years to come.

Technology 106

Technology 106