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Watch Your Derivatives: The Role 13Fs Play in Detecting Shareholder Activism

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by David Farkas, Georgeson LLC, on Thursday, September 5, 2024 Editor's Note: David Farkas is the Head of Shareholder Intelligence at Georgeson LLC. This post is based on an article that was featured in the July/August 2024 issue of The Deal Lawyers. SEC Form 13F public filings can help companies understand whether the threat of a proxy fight is imminent and, crucially, take steps to defend themselves. 13F filings, as they’re known, reveal the share position of institutional investors or

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NFL Opens the 2024 Season and the Door to Private Equity

Value Scope

By: Brent Shockley, CFA The 2024 NFL season kicked off Thursday night with a late touchdown overturned by replay to preserve a victory by the defending Super Bowl champion, Kansas City Chiefs, over the Baltimore Ravens. The second game of the NFL season will take place this evening in Sao Paulo, Brazil between the Green Bay Packers and the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Biden Expected to Block U.S. Steel Takeover

NYT M&A

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States is expected to raise national security concerns about selling the iconic steel producer to Japan’s Nippon Steel.

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Billion-Dollar Cannabis Company Closes Acquisition Of Three US Breweries, What's Next For Tilray

Benzinga

Tilray Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY ) (TSX: TLRY ) announced on Tuesday that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of craft breweries Hop Valley Brewing Company,Terrapin Beer Co., and Revolver Brewing, from Molson Coors Beverage Company (NYSE: TAP ). Why It Matters The acquisition bolsters Tilray’s leadership position in the U.S. craft beer market as the 5th largest craft brewer in the country and the top craft brewer in the Pacific Northwest and Georgia.

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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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DExit Drivers: Is Delaware’s Dominance Threatened?

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Stephen M. Bainbridge (UCLA), on Friday, September 6, 2024 Editor's Note: Stephen M. Bainbridge is the William D. Warren Distinguished Professor of Law at UCLA School of Law. This post is based on his article forthcoming in the Journal of Corporation Law, and is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here.

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Corporate Bankruptcies Are Rising Globally

Global Finance

Bankruptcy filings are piling up all over the world now that government emergency supports linked to the Covid-19 pandemic have diminished. In the US, the world’s largest economy, more corporations went under in the first half of 2024 than in any comparable period since 2010. In total, 346 companies filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, according to Standard & Poor’s Global Market Intelligence.

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The Power of Expectations: Nvidia's Earnings and the Market Reaction!

Musings on Markets

Last Wednesday (August 28), the market waited with bated breath for Nvidia’s earning call, scheduled for after the market closed. That call, at first sight, contained exceptionally good news, with revenues and earnings coming in at stratospheric levels, and above expectations, but the stock fell in the aftermath, down 8% in Thursday’s trading. That drop of more than $200 billion in market capitalization in response to what looked like good news, at least on the surface, puzzled market observers,

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The tech-forward boardroom: Fostering richer boardroom conversations on technology

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Lou DiLorenzo Jr., Lara Abrash, and Anjali Shaikh, Deloitte LLP, on Saturday, August 31, 2024 Editor's Note: Lou DiLorenzo Jr. is a Principal, Lara Abrash is the Chair, and Anjali Shaikh is a Managing Director at Deloitte LLP. This post is based on a Deloitte memorandum by Mr. DiLorenzo Jr., Ms. Abrash, Ms. Shaikh, Cary Oven , Caroline Schoenecker , and Erika Maguire.

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A look at the technology trends that matter most

Mckinsey and Company

McKinsey’s latest analysis of 15 core technology trends points to a new “influencer” role for generative AI as well as growing interest in robotics and digital trust.

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Intel Eyes Mobileye Stake Sale Amid Pressure, Stock Slides

Benzinga

Mobileye Global Inc (NASDAQ: MBLY ) stock is trading lower Friday amid reports that Intel Corp (NASDAQ: INTC ) is eying a strategic stake sale of the Israeli autonomous driving company. Intel could sell up to 88% of its stake in Mobileye, Bloomberg cites familiar sources. The company will decide this at Mobileye’s September board meeting in New York.

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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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Canadian Chain Store Giant Eyes 7-Eleven Parent In Japan

Global Finance

Canadian convenience store giant Alimentation Couche-Tard (ACT) has set its sights on Seven & i wHoldings, the Tokyo-based parent company of 7-Eleven. If the deal goes through—ACT submitted an offer to buy all outstanding shares of Seven & i last month—it will mark a significant step into Japan’s retail market by a foreign firm, but it wouldn’t be ACT’s first show of interest in the company or Japan.

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Private company outlook: Governance

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Wolfe Tone, Bob Rosone, and Maureen Bujno, Deloitte LLP, on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 Editor's Note: Wolfe Tone is Vice Chair and Bob Rosone and Maureen Bujno are Managing Directors at Deloitte LLP. This post is based on a Deloitte memorandum by Mr. Tone, Mr. Rosone, Ms. Bujno, Jamie McCall , and Robert Lamm. Deloitte asked 100 C-level private business leaders about their outlook regarding business priorities, corporate governance, AI and business risks in the next 12 months.

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Diversifying global supply chains: Opportunities in Southeast Asia

Mckinsey and Company

Southeast Asia is emerging as a global manufacturing hub, presenting opportunities for logistics companies. Here’s a look at global trade flows in the region.

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Comment on Appraisal Regulation Compliance Council Exposes Disturbing AMC Violations by Kevin

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Baggins. Someone needs to get on that call and ask class appraisal. Why the hell they’ve been taking so much of the appraiser fees and trying to offer us so little watch the pin drop in the room and the deer and the headlights look.

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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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CFOs: Changing Of The Guards

Global Finance

Call it “the CFO shuffle.” Top finance leaders are shifting from one company or position to another—or opting for retirement—at a faster rate. That’s according to the latest data from Russell Reynolds Associates, which specializes in executive searches. This year saw increased levels of turnover, with the proportion of outgoing finance chiefs reaching 8.9% globally from January to June.

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How Will CECL Affect Your Nonprofit?

LaPorte

CECL, which stands for Current Expected Credit Loss, is an accounting standard that helps entities determine when to record losses from financial assets and other… The post How Will CECL Affect Your Nonprofit? first appeared on LaPorte.

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Going all in: Why employee ‘will’ can make or break transformations

Mckinsey and Company

Tapping the organization’s collective energy to implement change is crucial for transformation success. A three-step process creates the momentum to meet the challenges ahead.

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Comment on Appraisal Regulation Compliance Council Exposes Disturbing AMC Violations by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

In reply to Paco Murray. Earlier this year, Class amc was involved with the local MLS in Denver Colorado. / Image. REcolorado is looking forward to collaborating with appraisers in 2024 with our quarterly appraiser meetings! For the first quarter, we will have a guest speaker from Class Valuation, Scot Rose. Scot will be addressing the future of appraisal modernization and how valuation technology will revolutionize how data driven decisions are made to the benefit of all parties to the real est

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Brazil Central Bank President Campos Neto Sees Trade Friction As Big Risk To Global Economy

Global Finance

Global Finance magazine interviewed Brazil Central Bank President Roberto Campos Neto, who has been at the helm since February 2019. In recognition of his leadership in managing Brazil’s monetary policy, Campos Neto earned an “A” grade in the magazine’s 2024 Central Banker Report Cards, announced in August. He also received an “A” in 2023’s report card.

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Towns Say Settlement Doesn't Limit Rail Merger Appeal

Law 360 M&A

A coalition of Illinois towns challenging the approval of Canadian Pacific's $31 billion merger with Kansas City Southern told the D.C. Circuit the federal government is trying to use a settlement struck by Chicago's commuter rail system to limit the issues in the case.

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Kroger, Albertsons Merger In FTC Crosshairs: Customers, Competitors At Risk

Benzinga

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reached the halfway point in a trial where it is trying to convince an Oregon federal judge to grant an injunction that would prevent two of the largest grocers — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR ) and Alberstons Companies, Inc. (NYSE: ACI ) — from carrying out a $25 billion merger. What Happened : According to the Wall Street Journal, the FTC retained expert witnesses to testify that groceries could get more expensive if Kroger and Albertsons combined.

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Comment on Appraisal Regulation Compliance Council Exposes Disturbing AMC Violations by Paco Murray

Appraisers Blog

Having done many appraisals for Class Appraisal in the past, they suddenly turned off the faucet with no communication whatsoever. After reading these articles above and seeing the many posts from appraisers, I’m kind of glad Class disappeared from my radar. I do not want to work for crooks.

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Starbucks’ New CEO Creates Buzz For A Turnaround

Global Finance

Brian Niccol is going from burritos to baristas. The Chipotle CEO is ending his time at the Mexican grill chain and plans to start as top boss at Starbucks on September 9. Niccol, 50, replaces Laxman Narasimhan, marking what observers deem a new beginning for the renowned coffee franchise. Under Narasimhan, Starbucks faced a litany of challenges related to unionization efforts and stunted sales growth across the globe, particularly in China.

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J&J Hit With $1B Damages In Del. Merger Milestone Fight

Law 360 M&A

Johnson & Johnson owes more than $1 billion to a medical robotics developer and entrepreneur caught up in a multibillion-dollar post-acquisition dispute, a Delaware vice chancellor ruled Wednesday.

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Biden's Expected Veto Of US Steel Deal Is Hunt For 'Labor Union Votes,' Says Top Japan Official

Benzinga

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE: X ) are down over 16% since Wednesday morning after the Biden administration expressed intentions to block Nippon Steel Corporation 's $14.9-billion acquisition of the American company. This has been referred to as a national security concern by President Joe Biden , who is reportedly awaiting the results of a Treasury review that would grant him power to execute the restriction.

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Comment on Appraisal Regulation Compliance Council Exposes Disturbing AMC Violations by Baggins

Appraisers Blog

In reply to kevin. Of course the site does not work. There was so much industry pressure the effort was shut down from the top down. Appraisal Advisor was the idea of the son of the founder of Alamode, Biggers. He wanted to provide a truly useful tool to help appraisers because it was obvious then how exploitative the amc industry was becoming. Right when the site went live within a month or so, there must have been so much pressure that they shut the effort down.

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TSMC Starts Building Its First European Chip Plant

Global Finance

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, the world’s biggest semiconductor chip maker, broke ground in early August on its first facility in Europe, an $11 billion fabrication plant in Dresden, Germany. TSMC holds a 70% stake in the venture, called the European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, with German automotive chip maker Infineon Technologies, the Netherlands’ NXP Semiconductors, and automotive parts supplier Bosch each taking a 10% stake.

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Why Attorneys Should Consider Community Leadership Roles

Law 360 M&A

Volunteering and nonprofit board service are complementary to, but distinct from, traditional pro bono work, and taking on these community leadership roles can produce dividends for lawyers, their firms and the nonprofit causes they support, says Katie Beacham at Kilpatrick.

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Smart money? Retail investors, intrinsic investors, and the Magnificent Seven

Mckinsey and Company

Retail investors are investing more of their capital in companies that have the highest market capitalizations. Intrinsic investors are taking a different approach.

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Comment on Appraisal Regulation Compliance Council Exposes Disturbing AMC Violations by PJTC

Appraisers Blog

What’s with all the hostility. It’s at the point of ridiculous and counter productive. No need for it. If no one has anything to contribute in a meaningful manner why are you here?

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Hewlett-Packard to Pursue $4 Billion Claim Against Mike Lynch’s Estate

NYT M&A

The money is tied to a fraud lawsuit in Britain by the tech services giant over its acquisition of Autonomy, the software firm founded by Mr. Lynch, who died last month when his yacht sank.

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Firms Must Offer A Trifecta Of Services In Post-Chevron World

Law 360 M&A

After the U.S. Supreme Court’s Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo decision overturning Chevron deference, law firms will need to integrate litigation, lobbying and communications functions to keep up with the ramifications of the ruling and provide adequate counsel quickly, says Neil Hare at Dentons.

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Evolving with steel: Future growth and opportunities

Mckinsey and Company

Steel is a core material for building infrastructure and aiding economic growth. Over the next decade and beyond, several trends will reshape the global and regional steel industry landscape.

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Comment on Appraisal Regulation Compliance Council Exposes Disturbing AMC Violations by Robert N. Mossuto Jr.

Appraisers Blog

Wow, a lot of unneeded hostility. Now back to the Fee thing. If you total the amounts of the 33 fee examples in the provided document, the total paid out by lenders (actually borrowers) is $37,243. Of that, the AMCs received $21,505.93 (57.7%). The appraisers received a mere $14,601.87 (39.2%). So… $37,243 is only 33 appraisals. ARCC stated this is only the tip of the iceberg with regard to the data collected, representing about 10% of that received.