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Dirty Data Damaging Deals – Data Issues in AI M&A

JD Supra: Mergers

2024 saw strong interest in M&A involving companies that use or develop AI offerings. The rise of AI has brought new issues for dealmakers. In particular, 2024 also saw regulators focusing further on the collection and use of data in the development and commercialization of AI products, applying existing rules and developing new approaches to the new technology.

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Goldman's favorite themes for the stock market in 2025 and how to play them

CNBC: Investing

These are trends the bank is following in the new year.

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SBA Publishes Major Rule Change: Heeding Input, the Administration Clarifies and Refines M&A-Related Rules to Ease Concerns

JD Supra: Mergers

In August, the Small Business Administration ("SBA") issued a proposed rule that included significant and sweeping changes to its regulations, including to its rules on joint ventures, mentor-protg, HUBZones, and others. Notably, with regard to mergers and acquisitions ("M&A"), SBA proposed to amend its negative control affiliation and recertification rules.

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Help! Ryanair Won’t Send Flight Compensation to a U.S. Bank Account

The New York Times: Banking

After being grounded for 12 hours in Berlin, a mother and daughter were owed both compensation and a rebooked flight. All they got were nonsensical responses from customer service.

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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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UK Financial Markets Standards Board transparency draft statement of good practice on the governance of sustainability-linked products

JD Supra: Mergers

The Financial Markets Standards Board has published a consultation on its transparency draft of its statement of good practice on the governance of sustainability-linked products. SLPs are products whose financial and/or structural characteristics can vary depending on whether the user (i.e., borrower or issuer of, or counterparty to, SLPs) achieves specific sustainability or ESG objectives.

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Here are Friday's biggest analyst calls of the day: Apple, Nvidia, Tesla, Dell, Chewy, Amazon, Carvana, Meta, Block & more

CNBC: Investing

Here are Friday's biggest calls on Wall Street.

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High quality stocks that pay a hefty dividend they are unlikely to cut in 2025, according to UBS

CNBC: Investing

With a bumpy start to 2025, quality stocks that have reliable dividends could become more appealing.

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The Power of Synergy: How Mergers Create Exceptional Value

Sun Acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) often capture headlines as high-stakes corporate dramas. While challenges undoubtedly exist, the potential benefits of these strategic maneuvers can be immense. At the heart of successful M&A lies a powerful concept: synergy. In a business context, Synergy refers to the combined effect of two or more agents or forces that produce a result more significant than the sum of their individual effects.

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Raymond James upgrades Block to outperform on renewed confidence in stock’s 2025 growth story

CNBC: Investing

Shares of Block could rise another 33% as the company's growth accelerates in 2025, according to Raymond James.

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Energroup Holdings Corp (OTC: ENHD) to Acquire Cocannco Inc.

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Energroup Holdings Corp (OTC: ENHD) to Acquire Cocannco Inc.

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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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These are the only two things that have mattered and will matter for stocks, DataTrek says

CNBC: Investing

Markets rode the wave of both factors, mostly up but occasionally down, through the year just ended and likely face the same fate in 2025.

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ESMA launches first stage of bond CTP selection process

The TRADE

The European Securities and Markets Authority ( ESMA) has launched the first stage of the selection procedure for the bond consolidated tape provider (CTP). Interested parties are invited to register and submit requests to participate by 7 February 2025 – after which ESMA will assess these requests against the exclusion and selection criteria before successful candidates are invited to submit their official applications.

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Vistra is no ordinary utility. Its stock is off to a big 2025 already

CNBC: Investing

Vistra is viewed by investors as a nimble power company that is well positioned to quickly serve surging electricity demand from data centers.

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How wealth managers can create and deliver content that meets investors’ expectations

Accenture Capital Markets

In the rapidly evolving landscape of wealth management in Asia, firms are increasingly setting themselves ambitious growth targets and seeking innovative ways to stay competitive. An increasingly important tool for achieving these objectives? Generative AI (gen AI). As highlighted in our 2024 research report The Future of Asia Wealth Management , gen AI is set to be a truly transformative forceredefining the entire wealth management industry by becoming integrated into nearly every aspect of th

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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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Wedbush upgrades this homebuilder, says recent sell-off is ‘overdone’

CNBC: Investing

Shares of PulteGroup have retreated 27% since mid-October but could gain back 25% in the next 12 months, according to Wedbush.

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FLEURY MICHON : Confirmation de la cession de l'activité plateaux repas en Île de France

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

FLEURY MICHON COMMUNIQUÉ FINANCIER Fleury Michon confirme la finalisation de la cession de lactivité plateaux-repas située en Île de France. Cette.

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Jefferies upgrades Las Vegas Sands to buy, calls for a gain of more than 35%

CNBC: Investing

Las Vegas Sands stands to benefit from the Chinese government's new efforts to boost the nation's economy, according to Jefferies.

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IQ Fiber Completes Acquisition of ThinkBig Networks

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

IQ Fiber to serve Chesapeake Bay Region with its 100% fiber-optic network IQ Fiber to serve Chesapeake Bay Region with its 100% fiber-optic network

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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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Five reasons why Nuveen likes senior loans right now

CNBC: Investing

Investors should consider allocating some funds to U.S. senior loans, according to Nuveen.

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Fnac Darty: Risultati definitivi e Modalità di regolamento della procedura congiunta

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

COMUNICATO STAMPAIvry-sur-Seine, Francia 3 gennaio 2025, 2:00 pm CEST È VIETATA LA DIVULGAZIONE, LA PUBBLICAZIONE O LA DISTRIBUZIONE DEL PRESENTE.

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Tesla stock is just a $900 billion 'call option' on autonomous driving, robotics, says Evercore ISI

CNBC: Investing

Evercore ISI is offering up an alternative way for investors to take a look at Tesla shares.

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Fnac Darty : Résultats définitifs et Modalités du règlement-livraison de la procédure conjointe

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSEIvry-sur-Seine, France - 3 janvier 2025, 14h00 CEST LA DIFFUSION, LA PUBLICATION OU LA DISTRIBUTION DE CE COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE, EN.

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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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5 industries driving add-on investments from PE-backed portfolio companies

Private Equity Info

Private equity firms continue to leverage add-on acquisitions as a strategic tool to accelerate growth, achieve synergies, and expand market reach for their portfolio companies. By targeting niche players within key industries, PE-backed platforms are reshaping competitive landscapes and driving significant value creation.

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Fnac Darty: Final results and Terms of settlement of the joint procedure

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

PRESS RELEASEIvry-sur-Seine, France January 3, 2025, 2.

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Top Reasons to Buy a Tech Company

Lake Country Advisors

In todays fast-paced, innovation-driven world, the technology industry remains one of the most lucrative and stable sectors. Investing in tech companies for sale offers unparalleled opportunities for growth, profitability, and market dominance. Whether youre a seasoned investor or exploring a new venture, partnering with a technology broker ensures you confidently navigate this complex process.

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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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Complete Guide to Integrating Multiple Payment Gateways For Your Business

Razorpay

Multiple payment gateways refer to using more than one platform to process customer payments. Imagine you run an online marketplace with high transaction volumes. During peak sales, one payment gateway might slow down or hit capacity, potentially disrupting your business. With multiple gateways in place, you can easily route transactions through an alternative option, keeping payments smooth and customers happy.

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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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Simplify Your Multiple Payment Gateway Integration with Razorpay Optimizer

Razorpay

A payment gateway is the backbone of digital transactions, enabling businesses to securely process payments via UPI, cards, or net banking by authenticating and transferring funds between merchants and customers. To expand and operate at scale, businesses work with multiple payment gateways. However, managing multiple gateways introduces challenges such as complex compliance requirements, increased costs, fragmented reconciliation, and inconsistent customer experiences.

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Jeffs’ Brands Signs Non-Binding LOI to Merge Fort Products with a Publicly Traded Company Valued at Up to $12 Million

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Tel Aviv, Israel, Jan. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jeffs' Brands Ltd (Jeffs Brands or the Company) (Nasdaq: JFBR, JFBRW), a data-driven e-commerce company operating on the Amazon Marketplace, has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI) for the potential merge Fort Products Limited, a UK-based private company, with Impact Acquisitions Corp., a capital pool company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange.

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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?