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[Video] M&A Considerations for Serial Acquirers

JD Supra: Mergers

Companies that frequently acquire other companies benefit from a structured M&A playbook and robust due diligence. Justin Yi and Josh Pollick cover those points and also explore the complexities of earnouts and integration post-acquisition. Get up to speed on: The structure and tax implications (1:42) How to value the stock and the deal (3:27) Considerations based on the stage of the business (7:20).

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FlexTRADER EMS selected by Alecta to optimise cross-asset trading and execution

The TRADE

Occupational pension company Alecta has adopted FlexTrade Systems’ FlexTRADER EMS for equities and derivatives trading. Dan Enstedt Stockholm-based Alecta – with $110 billion in assets under management – stated that it decided to replace its existing EMS solution to support the efficient growth of its equities and derivatives trading activities.

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Employment Considerations in Portfolio Company Acquisitions

JD Supra: Mergers

A private equity (PE) firm’s primary objective is to generate returns on its investments. When a PE firm acquires a portfolio company (PortCo), one way the PE firm increases its returns is by making employment-related changes—sometimes significant ones—at the PortCo level. Those changes can vary and may include leadership transitions, reorganizations, revisions to compensation structures, and sometimes layoffs.

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Decoding the Tech Industry

Cisco: M&A

Transforming perceptions of tech careers, Cisco and Virgin Media O2 join forces to inspire UK youth, highlighting diverse opportunities and skills development through an impactful event.

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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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Overhauled U.S. Merger Control Filing Process to Take Effect February 10, 2025

JD Supra: Mergers

Earlier this month, the final rule overhauling the U.S. merger control filing process was published in the Federal Register, making the effective date for the new process February 10, 2025. All filings made on or after that date must conform with the new requirements.

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Société Générale connects to CLS’s cross currency swaps service

The TRADE

Société Générale has gone live on market infrastructure group CLS’ cross currency swaps (CCS) service. CCS trades have notable settlement risk exposure linked to the high value of the initial and final principal exchanges. Settling these trades on a gross bilateral basis also results in operational inefficiencies and liquidity constraints. The CCS service can be used in conjunction with post-trade processing platform MarkitWire to integrate CCS flows into CLSSettlement, providing the abili

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Navigating the Future of Cisco Distribution: Insights from the Black Belt Academy

Cisco: M&A

Explore Cisco Black Belt Distribution Academy's new updates! Enhance your skills with role-based enablement, new content, and a streamlined learning experience, empowering distributors to excel in supporting Cisco technologies.

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Israel Competition Commissioner imposes an unprecedented pecuniary sanction for merger "gun-jumping"

JD Supra: Mergers

The Director-General of the Israel Competition Authority recently imposed a pecuniary sanction of an unprecedented amount, approximately ILS 111 million, on Strauss and Wyler Farm. This was due to what the Director-General deemed a “de facto merger” carried out before receiving the required approval, in violation of the Economic Competition Law. By: Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.

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Goldman's retail stock picks for Black Friday and the holidays

CNBC: Investing

Goldman surveyed 1,000 U.S. consumers about holiday shopping plans and came away largely encouraged by an improving inflationary backdrop for shoppers.

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[Video] What's Shaping the Capital Raising Environment?

JD Supra: Mergers

Carlo Trucco shares insight on: How the regulatory landscape is impacting transactions Two tech verticals attracting significant venture investment.

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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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Amazon is JPMorgan's best idea for the holidays

CNBC: Investing

Consider adding Amazon to your holiday stock shopping list, according to JPMorgan.

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[Video] Investment Opportunities in Italy's Tech Market

JD Supra: Mergers

Join Attilio Mazzilli to learn about: Key software-based verticals A common barrier to funding and how to streamline the process.

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Kezar Markets’ chief executive set to retire

The TRADE

Kezar Markets’ chief executive officer, Whit Conary is set to retire from his role by the end of this year following 18 years in the position. Whit Conary, Steve Miele Steve Miele, who currently serves as chief strategy officer, has been appointed new chief executive officer of Kezar Marekts, effective 1 January 2025. Conary’s capital markets career spans four decades, with his retirement paving the way for Kezar Markets’ continued growth plans. “Throughout my career I have experienced a c

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BTIG notes baby back ribs are topping AI as this restaurant stock outperforms Nvidia

CNBC: Investing

It may be time to take profits on this restaurant stock and rotate into others, according to BTIG.

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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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Navigating the Future of Cisco Distribution: Insights from the Black Belt Academy

Cisco: M&A

Explore Cisco Black Belt Distribution Academy's new updates! Enhance your skills with role-based enablement, new content, and a streamlined learning experience, empowering distributors to excel in supporting Cisco technologies.

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A way to get long Nvidia on the dip with less risk using options

CNBC: Investing

Tony Zhang breaks down a call vertical spread in the AI juggernaut.

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Decoding the Tech Industry

Cisco: M&A

Transforming perceptions of tech careers, Cisco and Virgin Media O2 join forces to inspire UK youth, highlighting diverse opportunities and skills development through an impactful event.

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What Is A Payment Button? – Benefits & How to Use Them

Razorpay

In the era of digital payments , businesses are constantly seeking ways to simplify transactions for their customers. One such solution that has gained popularity is the payment button. This article delves into the concept of payment buttons, their functionality, and how they can benefit your business. What is a Payment Button? A payment button is an online tool that enables businesses to accept payments directly on their website.

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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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Securing Ireland’s Technology Future

Cisco: M&A

As Ireland gears up for the election, this blog looks at the pivotal role technology how tech policy can stimulate growth, investment and innovation. As Ireland gears up for the election, this blog looks at the pivotal role technology how tech policy can stimulate growth, investment and innovation.

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Pharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Market to Witness 6.9% CAGR by 2031 | SkyQuest Technology

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing firms provide a range of services to small and large pharmaceutical enterprises under a contract. Pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing firms provide a range of services to small and large pharmaceutical enterprises under a contract.

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Securing Ireland’s Technology Future

Cisco: M&A

As Ireland gears up for the election, this blog looks at the pivotal role technology how tech policy can stimulate growth, investment and innovation. As Ireland gears up for the election, this blog looks at the pivotal role technology how tech policy can stimulate growth, investment and innovation.

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The Magnificent Seven ETF is teetering. What the charts say will happen next

CNBC: Investing

Frank Cappelleri breaks down the charts on the Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF.

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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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Direct Line rejects Aviva takeover offer of £3.3bn

The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions

Insurer rebuffs move as ‘highly opportunistic’ and follows dismissal of offer from Belgian firm Ageas in February Direct Line has rejected a £3.3bn takeover offer from its bigger UK rival Aviva, the second time it has rebuffed a suitor this year. Aviva, the UK’s largest insurer, said it offered 250p a share, made up of cash and Aviva shares, in a non-binding proposal on 19 November.

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Exxon is the best oil stock, as its big bet on cutting carbon emissions should pay off, UBS says

CNBC: Investing

Exxon's investments in slashing carbon emissions will play an increasingly important role in the oil major's business over the long term, UBS said.

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Best Practices for Workplace Safety with Stephany Birkholz

Focus Investment Banking

The OSHA regulations, that’s one component, a very important component, but it’s probably not the most important component. I think the most important component for the owners is, you know, am I committed to providing a culture of safety within my organization? Listen to this Collision Vision episode here as we discuss creating a culture of safety first.

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Norsk Hydro: Status tilbakekjøp av egne aksjer

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Nedenfor er informasjon om transaksjoner foretatt under tilbakekjøpsprogrammet for Norsk Hydro ASA. Dato for når tilbakekjøpsprogrammet ble annonsert: 11.

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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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Britain tightens sanctions on employers exploiting foreign workers

Global Banking & Finance

By Sachin Ravikumar LONDON (Reuters) – Britain on Thursday set out stronger sanctions against employers who exploit foreign workers, following research showing abuses particularly in the social care sector.

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Norsk Hydro: Status share buyback program

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Please see below information about transactions made under the share buyback program for Norsk Hydro ASA.

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Insurer Direct Line rejects Aviva’s $4.16 billion takeover bid

Global Banking & Finance

(Reuters) -British insurer Direct Line Insurance on Wednesday rejected a takeover offer of 3.28 billion pounds ($4.16 billion) from bigger rival Aviva, saying it “substantially undervalued” the company. On Nov. 19, Aviva made a 250-pence-per-share offer, which represented a nearly 60% premium to the stock’s close a day earlier.

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Form 8.3 - musicMagpie Plc

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORERule 8.3 of the.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?