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SWOT Analysis: A Framework to Analyze Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats

Peak Frameworks

The 2008 financial crisis was a significant threat to many financial institutions in the U.S. Corporate Finance In Corporate Finance, strategic financial planning and risk assessment are enhanced by SWOT Analysis. Threats are external elements that could negatively impact the company.

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What is a Market Failure? (Definition, Mechanics, Causes, Consequences)

Peak Frameworks

Example: Mispricing of assets during the 2008 financial crisis , where the true risks associated with mortgage-backed securities were not apparent, led to misguided investments. It informs investment decisions, risk assessments, and even ethical considerations.

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What are ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Scores?

Peak Frameworks

million tons of CO2 from 2008-2020 through energy efficiency measures. Understanding these potential discrepancies is vital for any finance professional using ESG scores as a part of their investment strategy or risk assessment. Energy Efficiency: Unilever saved 1.5

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Long-Term Focus: Preparing for Activism + Takeovers Amid COVID-19 Risks

Cooley M&A

Enterprise Risk Assessment. Assessment of enterprise risk, whether long-standing categories or newly arising concerns relevant to the specific company, represent a central board function. Refreshed Strategic Plan. The future of virtually all issuers will be materially affected by the pandemic.

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Unpacking the 20 most impact financial regulations from the last 20 years

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Over the past two decades, several critical financial market regulations have been implemented globally, particularly in response to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis (GFC). The years following 2008’s GFC experienced continued financial regulatory reform.