Thu.Nov 21, 2024

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Does “I Know Everyone” Get You Anywhere In the Hiring Process?

H. Friedman Search

“I Know Everyone” I want to explore the reason for hiring a reliable recruiter in a very specific, niche field like public finance. And it’s not what you think the reason is. It’s to manage the entire process. The phrase, “I know everyone,” is exactly the way most hiring managers in a specific market respond, and you should know everyone in your market.

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Considering Australian Securities Law When Drafting Arrangement Agreements to Acquire Australia-Based Companies

JD Supra: Mergers

As a recent decision by the Australian Takeovers Panel (Panel) has confirmed, Canadian issuers looking to complete a merger or strategic transaction with an Australian counterparty in a Canadian plan of arrangement, subject to Canadian law, will need to give careful consideration to applicable requirements of Australian securities law.

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Novogratz warns that there will be a bitcoin correction, says crypto is 'levered to the gills'

CNBC: Investing

Galaxy Digital CEO Michael Novogratz discussed bitcoin's record highs on "Squawk Box.

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How Long Is Too Long? Activists Continue To Target Director Tenure

JD Supra: Mergers

U.S. activism remained elevated through the third quarter of 2024, with board refreshment a consistent demand by activists year after year. Central to the activists’ demands for board refreshment is director tenure.

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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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Friday's big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session

CNBC: Investing

The Dow rose more than 460 points on Thursday as investors bought stocks that are closely tied to the economy. Here's what on CNBC's radar going into Friday.

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Ron Insana: Bitcoin could be the mother of all manias as it soars toward $100,000

CNBC: Investing

The flagship cryptocurrency has skyrocketed in value, but don't expect it to supplant the U.S. dollar any time soon, Ron Insana says.

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The UK Proposes to Extend the Ability to Bundle Payments for Research

JD Supra: Mergers

The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority ("FCA") is proposing to extend the payment optionality it has proposed for institutional investors to pooled funds, including UCITS management companies, full scope UK Alternative Investment Fund Managers ("AIFMs"), small authorised UK AIFMs and residual collective investment scheme operators and investment platform providers.

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Wall Street overlooks modest Nvidia guidance, lift price targets ahead of strong Blackwell ramp

CNBC: Investing

Investors shouldn't let a smaller-than-expected guidance beat overshadow tailwinds from Nvidia's looming Blackwell graphics processing unit ramp come January.

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Mansion House and Pension “Megafunds”

JD Supra: Mergers

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, used her inaugural Mansion House speech to outline potentially the most significant pensions reforms for many years. The main focus is on multi-employer DC trust-based pension schemes, contract-based workplace pension schemes and the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). There are no specific proposals for DB schemes or single employer DC trust-based schemes at this stage.

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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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Goldman says this pharma stock can rally nearly 70% thanks to key cancer treatment

CNBC: Investing

Shares have already surged more than 56% in 2024.

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The 2024 Mansion House Speech: Points for Private Fund Managers

JD Supra: Mergers

On 14 November 2024, Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her inaugural Mansion House 2024 speech, announcing a collection of reforms designed to drive growth and competitiveness in the financial services sector.

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Due Diligence: Be Careful What You Upload to Your Data Room

Deal Lawyers

Buyers conducting due diligence in an M&A transaction need access to the target’s material agreements.

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Forget Nvidia. This is the biggest tech earnings mover of the day and Goldman sees 70% upside

CNBC: Investing

Snowflake stock was on pace for its best day ever on Thursday after better-than-expected third-quarter results.

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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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Publicly available life cycle assessments document our products’ environmental impact

Cisco: M&A

We are excited to announce that Cisco is now publishing life cycle assessments (LCAs) for some of our hardware products.

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Celebrating the 2024 IT Nation Torch Awards: A Personal Reflection

Focus Investment Banking

When I first stepped into the IT Nation community, I never imagined how transformative this journey would be. Last week , as I stood on stage at IT Nation Connect 2024 to receive the Partner Excellence Award, I was overwhelmed with gratitude—not just for the recognition, but for the incredible people and shared mission that make IT Nation so much more than a professional network.

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Preserving Culture Through Technology: An Unforgettable Experience in the Arctic

Cisco: M&A

Security Engineering Technical Leader Alice S. shares her experience representing her Native culture while supporting IỊisaġvik College and the Iñupiaq Alaska Native Tribe in the Arctic.

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UK to scrap Royal Navy ships, retire helicopters to save $633 million

Global Banking & Finance

LONDON (Reuters) -British defence minister John Healey said on Wednesday he would free up 500 million pounds ($633 million) for military budgets over five years by scrapping a number of Royal Navy ships, decommissioning a drone system and retiring some helicopters.

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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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Bank of America raises Netflix price target to $1,000 on Tyson/Paul fight viewership

CNBC: Investing

Two catalysts may send shares of the dominant streaming platform even higher in the months ahead, according to Bank of America.

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Germany faces high corporate default risk in 2025, Bundesbank says

Global Banking & Finance

FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Germany’s economy is facing deep and profound challenges that could push up corporate insolvencies, keeping default risk elevated next year, the Bundesbank said in a Financial Stability Report on Thursday.

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Here are Thursday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, Tesla, Salesforce, Chevron, Dell, Snowflake, Netflix & more

CNBC: Investing

Here are Thursday's biggest calls on Wall Street.

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InFlux Technologies Revolutionizes Decentralized WordPress Hosting with Acquisition of FluxRunner

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom, Nov. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InFlux Technologies (Flux), a leading global decentralized technology company specializing in cloud infrastructure, today announced the acquisition of FluxRunner , a pioneering managed WordPress hosting service. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in the company's mission to redefine the standard for performance, affordability and user experience in decentralized hosting.

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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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Want to invest behind Nvidia's Blackwell chip launch? Wall Street says try these stock alternatives

CNBC: Investing

Investors looking for alternative ways to profit off of Nvidia's impending Blackwell ramp may want to take a look at these derivative plays.

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Cisco and Tele2 IoT: Co-Innovation Broadens IoT Benefits Across Industries

Cisco: M&A

Cisco and Tele2 IoT are expanding their partnership to jointly develop new features for the IoT Control Center and other solutions within the Cisco Mobility Services Platform, aiming to empower businesses to maximize their IoT investments. This collaboration focuses on enhancing connectivity and driving digital transformation across industries, marking a significant advancement in IoT technology.

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Possible Rowan selection for Treasury secretary would be boost for Apollo stock, private equity industry, says TD Cowen

CNBC: Investing

CEO Marc Rowan's potential appointment as Treasury secretary would bode well for the alternative asset management industry, according to TD Cowen.

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Strategic Advisors in Global Markets: Your Partner in Investment Banking

MergersCorp M&A International

In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, businesses are constantly seeking ways to grow, optimize operations, and enhance their competitive edge. Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have emerged as critical pathways for companies aiming to achieve these objectives. In this environment, MergersCorp Investment Banking stands out as a dedicated partner for businesses navigating the complexities of the global market.

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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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Piper Sandler highlights the stocks most likely to benefit from bullish market sentiment

CNBC: Investing

This handful of stocks typical notches gains when market sentiment is bullish. Wall Street's current backdrop fits that criteria.

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Conor Miller Joins FOCUS Investment Banking as Managing Director

Focus Investment Banking

Washington, DC, (November 21, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking is pleased to announce the addition of Conor Miller as a Managing Director. With over 20 years of executive leadership, M&A expertise, and business strategy experience, Conor strengthens FOCUS’s capabilities across multiple industry sectors, including Power Systems & Renewables, Outdoor Products & eCommerce, Advanced Manufacturing, and Telecommunications & Digital Media.

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There's still plenty of 'meat on the bone' in municipal bonds, Vanguard portfolio manager says

CNBC: Investing

Vanguard launched two new active ETFs focused on tax-free municipal bonds on Thursday.