Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Posted by Dean Kingsley, Matt Solomon, Deloitte & Touche LLP, and Kristen Jaconi (USC Marshall), on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 Editor's Note: Dean Kingsley is a Principal and Matt Solomon is a Senior Manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP. Kristen Jaconi is an Associate Professor of the Practice in Accounting and Executive Director at Peter Arkley Institute for Risk Management at the USC Marshall School of Business.

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Technology 187

BV Specialists

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Appraising a real estate holding company requires a nuanced understanding of both financial analysis and the real estate market. These companies typically own, manage, or develop real estate assets, and measuring their worth combines elements of traditional corporate finance with property-specific metrics. You will need to engage with both a licensed, certified real property appraiser and a business valuation professional.

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Discounted Cash Flow Business Valuation Corporate Finance Appraisal 109

Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

When it comes to selling a retail trade business , understanding its true value is essential to ensure a successful and profitable transaction. A business valuation for selling a retail trade business serves as a crucial step in this process. It provides an in-depth analysis of the company’s worth and sets the stage for informed negotiations. Whether you’re a long-time business owner or an entrepreneur looking to sell your first venture, having a clear picture of your business’s valu

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Business Valuation Fair Market Value Appraisal Marketability 52

NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The new publicly traded company is set to debut next year, with a bundle of channels that also includes Oxygen, E! and Syfy.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 145

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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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Effective leaders continually adapt their priorities, roles, time, and energy practices to stay ahead of new realities. Here’s why you need to do the same.

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

← Blog home Corporate tax departments are facing mounting pressures due to a talent shortage and increasing regulatory complexities, such as Pillar 2 and Global Minimum Tax (GMT) requirements. The 2024 State of the Corporate Tax Department report by Thomson Reuters Institute highlights these pressing issues, making a compelling argument for increasing technology budgets to unlock new levels of efficiency and strategic value.

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Technology Compliance 83

NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In a landmark antitrust case, the government will ask a judge to force the company to sell its popular Chrome browser, people with knowledge of the matter said.

Mergers & Acquisitions 141

Mergers & Acquisitions 141

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Third-quarter GDP reports reveal a mixed global economy. China faces an economic slowdown; the United States sees growth; and the eurozone is stable. The IMF forecasts a slow but stable global trajectory into 2025.

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Corporate Finance Finance 142

Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In our prior quarterly analysis of earnings calls for Exploration & Production (“E&P”) and Oilfield Services (“OFS”) companies, we noted that despite strong international demand, domestic natural gas prices were deflated which forced companies to focus on maximizing their efficiency.

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Technology 52

Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Are you interested in buying and owning your own business in the automotive sector? You might consider purchasing a tire dealership ! With car purchases maintaining a steady upward trend, the market for tires is constantly growing. This is great for tire dealerships as they can take advantage of constantly increasing demand. If you are interested in purchasing a tire dealership, you must obtain a business valuation for buying a tire dealership.

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Business Valuation Fair Market Value Appraisal Finance 52

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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NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In a landmark antitrust case, the government asked a judge to force the company to sell its popular Chrome browser.

Mergers & Acquisitions 130

Mergers & Acquisitions 130

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Complexity, COVID-19, and competition have upended supply chain organizations. They can reignite revenue growth and deepen resilience by deploying AI-powered digital twins.

Technology 139

Technology 139

Benzinga

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV ) shares are trading lower on Tuesday. The company inked into a definitive agreement to acquire BlueHalo in an all-stock transaction valued at approximately $4.1 billion. As per the deal, AeroVironment will issue approximately 18.5 million shares of AV common stock to BlueHalo. The acquisition is projected to form a diversified Defense Tech company with a complementary portfolio in Uncrewed Systems, Loitering Munitions, Counter UAS, Space Technologies, Electroni

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Technology Equity 52

Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Specialty contracting offers a unique opportunity to take part in the multi-trillion-dollar construction industry. Businesses in this industry provide essential services such as HVAC , electrical , plumbing , and carpentry services. As such, running a specialty contracting business can be a rewarding business venture. Whether you’re planning to buy , grow , or sell a specialty contracting business , obtaining a business valuation is crucial.

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Business Valuation EBITDA Fair Market Value Appraisal 52

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

NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The low-fare carrier has struggled to find its footing after its planned merger with JetBlue was blocked by a federal judge.

Mergers & Acquisitions 127

Mergers & Acquisitions 127

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Ten years of research reveals what’s better, what’s worse, and what all of us can do now to help more women advance—more quickly—at work.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Mercer Capital is pleased to announce the acquisition of Business Valuation Analysts, LLC, recognized experts in the valuation of privately held business interests for federal estate, gift, income tax and corporate transactional matters. Headquartered in Winter Park, Florida and led by Timothy K. Bronza, CPA, ASA, Business Valuation Analysts, LLC has been providing valuation services since 2007.

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Business Valuation 52

Peak Business Valuation

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

As of 2024, the medical spa industry is worth close to $37 million. Why? Medical spas use non-invasive procedures that enhance beauty, skincare, and health. This aids in relaxation and improved confidence. Before buying or selling a medical spa, consider obtaining a medical spa valuation. Doing so will help you understand the fair market value of a medical spa and what drives the value.

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Business Valuation Fair Market Value Appraisal Marketability 52

NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

A hearing is scheduled for Monday to review the auction process, which is being contested by a losing bidder associated with Alex Jones, the Infowars founder.

Mergers & Acquisitions 120

Mergers & Acquisitions 120

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The upstream oil and gas sector alone could cut as much as 4 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. But this will take worldwide cooperation among industry players and capital investors.

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JPAbusiness

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Motivation in business is about having a certain drive, determination, focus and consistency in the way you go about your business. You also need to feel successful – I don't know anyone who finds repeated failure motivating! The following infographic features 6 tips to help business owners and managers maximise their motivation.

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Redpath

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, remote sellers will need to collect state and local sales tax in Illinois based on the sales destination rate.

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Machen McChesney

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

If you own a growing, unincorporated small business, you may be concerned about high self-employment (SE) tax bills. The SE tax is how Social Security and Medicare taxes are collected from self-employed individuals like you.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Biodiversity is the multitude of diverse organisms across an ecosystem. It is essential for supporting the health and sustainability of all life on Earth.

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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Japanese group’s vice-chair plans post-election Washington visit to break political deadlock on $15bn bid

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NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Flights will still take off and travelers can keep booking tickets, the low-cost carrier said, as the company enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

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Mergers & Acquisitions 104

IT Valuations

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Insights and Strategies for Navigating the 2024 M&A Landscape Join Reed Warren, CEO of iTValuations and Brian Miller, CEO of FusionTek as they discuss the M&A environment in 2024 and discuss the reasons to sell (and not sell!) your business in the coming year. The webinar will cover: Trends on multiples for 2024 and projections for 2025 What buyers want when evaluating MSPs and other IT companies What sellers can expect in 2025 and beyond We’ll discuss these trends and others and s

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The latest update of McKinsey’s Organizational Health Index offers some twists and surprises for leaders. See if you can identify the crucial drivers of a healthy organization.

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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Bahrain-based group’s purchase of PKF O’Connor Davies is latest in a flurry of deals

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Equity 103

Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In 2044, an attorney will need an appraisal for a divorce or for an estate, and a homeowner will need an appraisal for a tax reduction. But there will be no appraisers. At least in my neck of the woods, where appraisers under 60 are the babies.

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Appraisal 98

ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

← Blog home The emergence of new trends now has serious implications for medical technology (MedTech) companies and their ability to maintain compliance with indirect tax (IDT) rules and regulations. Compliance has traditionally been a complex undertaking for the MedTech industry, but the advent of advanced, integrated technologies and global business operations are introducing additional considerations that must be addressed.

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Compliance Technology Data Analysis Dividends 59

Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

From molecule and materials discovery to new applications and customer acquisition, AI can create opportunities across a range of promising new use cases in chemicals.

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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Bankers say clash of private equity titans augurs new phase of ‘hostile’ dealmaking in country

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Equity 98

Appraisers Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Mark Calabria's discussion with ARCC revealed the GSEs' agenda to reduce "appraisal friction" by eliminating the role of appraisers.

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Appraisal 98