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[Audio] Episode 338 -- Deep Dive into the Deere SEC FCPA Case

JD Supra: Mergers

The SEC's recent settlement with Deere & Company for $9.9 million for FCPA violations is another textbook example of bribery schemes, which revealed the absence of a culture of compliance, and the circumvention of basic entertainment, hospitality and travel expense controls. Deere's bribery scheme involved its Thailand subsidiary, Wirtgen Thailand, and various improper payments to government officials, including cash, sham consulting fees, extravagant “factory visit” trips to foreign.

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Dish and DirecTV Near a Deal to Combine (Again)

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

The companies are in talks to create one of the largest pay-TV providers in the country. In 2002, the U.S. government blocked a similar deal.

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The one sector of the stock market that is cheap with upside today

CNBC: Investing

Karen Firestone of Aureus Asset Management breaks down the case for biopharmaceuticals.

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Why Stellantis, Owner of Chrysler, Jeep and Ram, Is Struggling

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

The automaker, created by a 2021 merger, is dealing with labor unrest, slumping sales and a revolt from its dealers.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Stocks to play the China trade until the latest stimulus package kicks in

CNBC: Investing

Beijing surprised markets last week with a variety of steps designed to boost the economy.

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How Warren Buffett decides when to sell a stock, and why he might be dumping Bank of America

CNBC: Investing

The Sage of Omaha is usually only motivated to exit a big position when he judges that the competitive edge of a business has eroded.

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Rightmove rejects £6.2bn takeover offer by Murdoch-backed real estate firm

The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions

FTSE 100 firm turns down fourth offer from the Australian property company REA Group Business live – latest updates Rightmove has rejected a £6.2bn takeover offer from Rea Group, the Australian real estate firm backed by Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp. The UK property portal told the City on Monday morning that its board had turned down Rea’s fourth offer.

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Top Wall Street analysts prefer these dividend stocks to strengthen portfolios

CNBC: Investing

TipRanks' analyst ranking service pinpoints Wall Street's best-performing stocks, including Darden Restaurants and Target

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New titans of Wall Street: How trading firms stole a march on big banks

Financial Times - Banking

Handful of secretive businesses including Jane Street and Citadel Securities have seized market share from the old guard

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Top 3 Banking Secrets to Stay Relevant with Gen Z Consumers

Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

In today’s world of social media, dating apps, and remote work, businesses risk becoming irrelevant (or getting "ghosted") if they fail to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z consumers. Credit cards with flexible payment options, especially for young adults with little-to-no credit history, are a particularly important and valuable solution for this generation.

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Spotify back up after outage hits over 40,000 users

Global Banking & Finance

(Reuters) -Audio streaming platform Spotify was back up after an approximate three-hour-long outage on Sunday, which at its peak impacted more than 40,000 users in the United States, according to Downdetector.com.

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Biomass Space in the United States: Exploring the Renewable Frontier

MergersCorp M&A International

Biomass energy, one of the oldest sources of power used by humanity, is gaining new traction in the United States. In a world increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, biomass represents a renewable and versatile energy source that can be produced domestically. The U.S. biomass industry is diverse, encompassing everything from agricultural residues and forest products to dedicated energy crops and urban waste.

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UK business confidence falls from eight-year high, Lloyds says

Global Banking & Finance

By David Milliken LONDON (Reuters) – British business confidence ebbed slightly this month after reaching an eight-year high in July and August, as concerns about the broader economic outlook rose to a six-month high, a survey from Lloyds Bank showed on Monday.

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Investment Banking – Few good analysts are born, most are made!

Wizenius

The first year in IB is often considered the toughest for anyone. A first-year analyst typically faces: Tons of emails Some really hard-to-decode comments Dealing with seniors who may have forgotten what it's like not to know finance concepts well Punching numbers in pre-created templates without understanding the context Barely having time to grasp the bigger picture due to constant workstreams with tight deadlines The role of a Senior/Associate/VP/Mentor becomes critical in navigating the

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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Oil prices rise on Middle East conflict fears as Israel steps up attacks

Global Banking & Finance

By Gabrielle Ng and Katya Golubkova SINGAPORE (Reuters) -Oil prices extended gains on Monday, buoyed by escalating concerns over potential supply pressures from Middle East producers following Israel’s increased attacks on Iranian-backed forces in the region. Brent crude futures for November delivery increased 51 cents, or 0.71%, to $72.

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Solganick Expands Cybersecurity Coverage, Hires Michael Kim to Lead Industry Practice

Solganick & Co.

September 30, 2024 – Solganick , a data-driven investment bank focused exclusively on software and IT services companies, announced the addition of a senior level hire to launch and lead the firm’s cybersecurity M&A practice. Michael Kim joins as a director of investment banking, bringing 20+ years of experience in technology and cybersecurity investment banking and capital markets research.