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Harness acquires Armory

TechCrunch: M&A

Software delivery platform Harness today announced that it has acquired the assets of Armory, a continuous deployment startup built on top of the open source Spinnaker project. As Harness CEO and founder Jyoti Bansal told me, the acquisition price was about $7 million in cash. In total, Armory had raised more than $82 million, including […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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It’s Only A Shifting Of Seats – Again!

H. Friedman Search

Welcome to 2024! I trust this will be another great year for all of us. I am wishing you a very healthy and prosperous New Year. If you’re old enough to remember Chicken Little , he was the character who said, “The Sky is falling down, the sky is falling down.” Well, that’s what many people think regarding the world of public finance; however, I am here to share that this is not the case.

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Delaware Court of Chancery Confirms Enforceability of Identity-Based Voting Stock

JD Supra: Mergers

Recently, in Colon v. Bumble, the Delaware Court of Chancery held that certain provisions in the charter of Bumble, Inc. (Bumble), which contemplated that each share of stock carried either one vote or 10 votes depending upon the identity of the holder, were valid and consistent with the Delaware General Corporation Law (DGCL). The court based its ruling on, among other things, the fact that Section 151 of the DGCL authorizes Delaware corporations to specify the voting powers of its classes of.

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Debt Default Activism: Consideration for Acquirers Looking to Maintain Target’s Low Rate Debt

Deal Lawyers

Since 2018, John has addressed the debt default activism phenomenon on this blog and discussed related considerations, including contractual provisions designed to thwart default activists. Wachtell’s latest memo, “Private Equity in 2023,” discusses debt activism as a risk for acquirers seeking to maintain a target’s low-rate debt.

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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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The Federal Trade Commission and ?Justice Department Release Final 2023 Merger Guidelines

JD Supra: Mergers

The Federal Trade Commission and the Justice Department jointly issued the 2023 Merger Guidelines on December 18, 2023, which describe the factors and frameworks the agencies will utilize when reviewing mergers and acquisitions. The 2023 Merger Guidelines modify the draft guidelines released on July 19, 2023, and replace both the 2010 Horizontal Merger Guidelines and the 2020 Vertical Merger Guidelines.

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M&A Activity Remains Cool Despite Megadeals Trends in Oil & Gas Series: Part 2 of 5

JD Supra: Mergers

It seems likely the year ahead will see only a modest rebound in mergers & acquisitions (M&A) activity. Among the challenges that remain for 2024, one challenge to further deal activity is the potential shortage of attractive assets coming to market.

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SEC chair gives in to a bitcoin ETF, but the hostility against cryptocurrency is still there

CNBC: Investing

The SEC has paved the way for the launch of spot bitcoin ETFs, but Chair Gary Gensler isn't a fan of crypto.

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Practical Advice for Family Business Succession

JD Supra: Mergers

Combining family issues with business considerations is enough to stress even the most thoughtful and successful business owner. The good news is that there are ways to reduce the stress in family business succession. The following is not a legal checklist, but rather practical advice to business owners thinking about handing the reigns to a family member.

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One place you won't find a bitcoin ETF: Jack Bogle's Vanguard

CNBC: Investing

Vanguard said it will not launch a bitcoin ETF, even as its chief rival BlackRock debuted a fund on Thursday.

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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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“Con Ed” Damages in Canadian Public M&A: Revisiting Cineplex v Cineworld in Light of Recent Delaware Case Law

JD Supra: Mergers

What is a spurned seller’s recourse when a buyer walks away from a deal in breach of the purchase agreement? In private M&A, the answer is reasonably straightforward: sue the buyer to close the deal or to recover damages. In public M&A, however, the answer is murky at best.

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Health-care stocks are back in favor and these 3 names could lead the rally, according to the charts

CNBC: Investing

Here are three stocks in the health-care sector that could provide further upside potential based on their improving technical characteristics.

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Xos and ElectraMeccanica Announce Proposed Combination to Accelerate Xos’ Leadership Position in Manufacturing Commercial Electric Vehicles for Major U.S. Fleet Customers

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Xos and ElectraMeccanica Announce Proposed Combination to Accelerate Xos’ Leadership Position in Manufacturing Commercial Electric Vehicles.

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What will it cost you to buy a bitcoin ETF? Here are the cheapest and most expensive funds

CNBC: Investing

Asset managers were already cutting their fees ahead of Thursday's launches for bitcoin ETFs.

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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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Ara Partners sees first mover advantage in biofuel logistics with USD Clean Fuels

PE Hub

Ara announced the acquisition of Houston-based USD Clean Fuels and the West Colton Rail Terminal earlier in January. The post Ara Partners sees first mover advantage in biofuel logistics with USD Clean Fuels appeared first on PE Hub.

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Cathie Wood says bitcoin ETF approval makes her $1.5 million bull case more likely

CNBC: Investing

SEC approval of bitcoin ETFs makes Cathie Wood more convinced that the world's largest cryptocurrency could hit her wildly bullish target.

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Obra Capital CEO Blair Wallace on buying and selling life insurance

PE Hub

Obra announced the acquisition of Unified Life Insurance Company earlier in January. The post Obra Capital CEO Blair Wallace on buying and selling life insurance appeared first on PE Hub.

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Some options trades for avoiding an asset bubble and other macroeconomic troubles

CNBC: Investing

There's a current macroeconomic debate among notable investors about whether the U.S. is headed for a debt cliff facilitated by the Federal Reserve's hubris.

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Predictions You Can Rely On: How Data Drives Successful Financial Forecasting

Speaker: Robbie Bhathal, Founder & CEO, and Matthew Acalin, Head of Credit Intelligence

In today's volatile financial environment, how confident are you in your company’s financial forecasting? To get the most accurate cash predictions that will lead to long-term financial survival, real-time data is critical. Innovative cash management strategies can lead to better credit opportunities, more sustainable growth, and long-term financial prosperity.

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MPE Partners-backed Appearance Technology Group buys P&S Detail Products

PE Hub

Headquartered in Farmington, Michigan, ATG is a provider of car care accessories, appearance liquids, compounds & polishes, and specialty aerosols. The post MPE Partners-backed Appearance Technology Group buys P&S Detail Products appeared first on PE Hub.

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Top money managers pick the stocks they like for 2024 that aren't the Magnificent Seven

CNBC: Investing

Requisite Capital Management's Bryn Talkington and Capital Wealth Planning's Kevin Simpson gave their stock picks to CNBC Pro Talks.

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Using the Knowledge Store on Cisco Observability Platform

Cisco: M&A

Build custom observability solutions Cisco Observability Platform (COP) enables developers to build custom observability solutions to gain valuable insights across their technology and business… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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These tech stocks still trade at a reasonable valuation, BMO says

CNBC: Investing

BMO remains bullish on opportunities in the tech sector, contrary to the concern of some on Wall Street that the group may be overvalued.

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Deliver Mission Critical Insights in Real Time with Data & Analytics

In the fast-moving manufacturing sector, delivering mission-critical data insights to empower your end users or customers can be a challenge. Traditional BI tools can be cumbersome and difficult to integrate - but it doesn't have to be this way. Logi Symphony offers a powerful and user-friendly solution, allowing you to seamlessly embed self-service analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting directly into your applications.

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Cisco wins Manufacturing Solution of the Year award for integrating industrial security with networking

Cisco: M&A

We are thrilled to announce that Cisco’s unified OT security and networking architecture is named “Smart Manufacturing Solution of the Year” in the 2024 IoT Breakthrough Awards.

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What major analysts say bitcoin ETF approval means for Coinbase shares

CNBC: Investing

Wall Street analysts are split on Coinbase's outlook, forecasting the stock may alternately rally or plunge.

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LFM Capital-backed SteelPro snaps up steel fabricator CoBuilt

PE Hub

Based in Houston, Mississippi, SteelPro is a maker of steel solutions for commercial, industrial and material handling applications. The post LFM Capital-backed SteelPro snaps up steel fabricator CoBuilt appeared first on PE Hub.

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“They’re the perfect trader”

The TRADE

For many years there was a prevailing school of thought around what made up an ideal trader: good with numbers, good with people, and good under pressure. But as time has passed and more and more layers have been peeled back, it would appear that what makes for a truly successful trader, and more importantly, what makes for their longevity, has transformed.

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Using Data & Analytics for Improving Healthcare Innovation and Outcomes

In the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, delivering data insights to end users or customers can be a significant challenge for product managers, product owners, and application team developers. The complexity of healthcare data, the need for real-time analytics, and the demand for user-friendly interfaces can often seem overwhelming. But with Logi Symphony, these challenges become opportunities.

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MidOcean and The Kroger Co form MPearlRock to invest in CPG sector

PE Hub

MPearl Rock will not only leverage MidOcean's experience in investing in consumer brands but use use 84.51˚°’s retail data science and insights as it seeks to work with emerging CPG companies. The post MidOcean and The Kroger Co form MPearlRock to invest in CPG sector appeared first on PE Hub.

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Global Credit Union and First Financial Northwest, Inc. Announce Agreement for Global Credit Union to Acquire First Financial Northwest Bank

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

ANCHORAGE, Alaska and RENTON, Wash., Jan. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Federal Credit Union (“Global”) and First Financial Northwest, Inc. (“First Financial Northwest”) (NASDAQ GS: FFNW) announced today they have entered into a definitive agreement in which Global will acquire Renton, Washington-based First Financial Northwest Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Financial Northwest.

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Aquiline Capital-backed SageView snaps up Palmer Retirement Consulting

PE Hub

Based in Newport Beach, California, SageView is a financial advisor. The post Aquiline Capital-backed SageView snaps up Palmer Retirement Consulting appeared first on PE Hub.