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Corporate Finance and M&A in Québec: Staying Active

JD Supra: Mergers

Though 2023 ended in much the same way as it began, with global geopolitical instability and high interest rates, investment in Québec has remained active, particularly in the Montréal area. This post breaks down some of the details of the activity that we have seen in recent months and concludes with a summary of some important recent legislative developments in Québec.

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TDECU Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Sabine State Bank and Trust to Increase Commercial Banking Opportunities in Texas and Louisiana

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

The not-for-profit credit union creates greater access for all Members, including small businesses that specialize in oil and gas, energy and agriculture. The not-for-profit credit union creates greater access for all Members, including small businesses that specialize in oil and gas, energy and agriculture.

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Determining the Treatment of Performance-Vesting Equity Awards in M&A Transactions

JD Supra: Mergers

A common topic of negotiation in M&A transactions is how to treat performance-vesting equity awards for which the relevant performance period is not yet completed as of the closing of the deal. The target company may have outstanding performance shares, performance-based restricted stock units (PSUs), or other awards that vest based on the achievement of certain companywide or business unit–wide financial metrics over a certain performance period.

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M&A Trends: 2024 Edition of Wachtell’s “Takeover Law & Practice”

Deal Lawyers

Wachtell Lipton recently published the 2024 edition of its 237-page “Takeover Law and Practice” publication.

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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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Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: WindRose Acquires SubjectWell

JD Supra: Mergers

WindRose Health Investors has announced its acquisition of SubjectWell. SubjectWell, founded in 2012 and based in Austin, Texas, is a patient access marketplace that connects people with health conditions to care options.

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An options trade that wins if stocks continue to struggle into May

CNBC: Investing

Market sentiment seems to have shifted from "buy every dip' to "sell every rip." We'll review an options spread to capitalize on this negative change in trend.

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Computing that’s purpose-built for a more energy-efficient, AI-driven future

Cisco: M&A

In parts one and two of this AI blog series, we explored the strategic considerations and networking needs for a successful AI implementation.

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Tuesday's analyst calls: Nvidia to get a boost from new chip, Ralph Lauren poised to jump

CNBC: Investing

This is CNBC Pro's live coverage of Tuesday's analyst calls and Wall Street chatter. Please refresh every 20-30 minutes to view the latest posts.

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Paramount Faces a Mountain of Questions

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

Bob Bakish, the media giant’s chief executive, is out, removing an obstacle to a deal with David Ellison's Skydance. But the company’s future is no clearer as a key deadline approaches.

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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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Bank of America says buy this dip ahead of a summer market rally

CNBC: Investing

Bank of America's Stephen Suttmeier forecasts headwinds for the S&P 500 in May before a summer rally.

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High Fed Rates Are Not Crushing Growth. Wealthier People Help Explain Why.

The New York Times: Banking

High rates usually pull down asset prices and hurt the housing market. Those channels are muted now, possibly making policy slower to work.

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This is the level where the 10-year Treasury yield becomes a 'clear problem' for stocks, Goldman study shows

CNBC: Investing

Goldman said that when the 10-year Treasury yield hits 5%, the correlation between bond yields and stocks turns negative.

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Unpacking the 20 most impact financial regulations from the last 20 years

The TRADE

Over the past two decades, several critical financial market regulations have been implemented globally, particularly in response to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis (GFC). These regulations have significantly impacted the operations and behaviour of financial institutions, contributing to greater stability, transparency, and accountability in global financial markets.

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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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Third Point's Dan Loeb adds big stake in Alphabet, says AI takes up nearly half his portfolio

CNBC: Investing

Third Point's Dan Loeb said he built a 'substantial' stake in Google parent Alphabet in the first quarter.

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Sui Teams Up with Google Cloud to Drive Web3 Innovation with Enhanced Security, Scalability and AI Capabilities

Global Banking & Finance

Sui Teams Up with Google Cloud to Drive Web3 Innovation with Enhanced Security, Scalability and AI Capabilities Palo Alto, California, April 30th, 2024, Chainwire Collaboration focuses on tackling key Web3 challenges through data-driven insights, AI-powered development tools and zero-knowledge proofs Sui, the Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform created and launched by the core […]

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Forget merely chasing Big Tech returns. New dividend payers may make the case for buying and holding

CNBC: Investing

Don't just focus on runaway price appreciation. Think about how reinvesting your dividends can enhance long-term returns.

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10 Ruminations on ASU+GSV 2024 on Higher Education, EdTech, and People

Tyton Partners

Our team here at Tyton Partners was out in force at this year’s ASU+GSV conference, with almost 30 of our strategy consultants and investment bankers on-site in San Diego. We joined a crowd of movers and shakers representing institutions as well as ed tech companies, non-profits, foundations, entrepreneurs, and investors operating across the education sector.

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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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Stocks could have further to fall in May after this month’s market woes

CNBC: Investing

Many investors worry stocks will decline further before finding a durable bottom even after April's losses.

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Investor conviction robust despite significant geopolitical risks, finds Liquidnet report

The TRADE

European markets accelerated higher during the first quarter of this year, with many indices experiencing record highs at the end of March, emphasising investor conviction in the face of geopolitical risks, according to Liquidnet’s latest liquidity landscape report. The report highlighted that volatility has stabilised dramatically, sitting near the low end of the multi-year average.

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Goldman sees 10% downside for Tesla even after China self-driving progress

CNBC: Investing

The firm also has a neutral rating on the electric-vehicle maker.

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Building a Digital Economy Titan: AGBA and Triller Combine in $4 Billion Merger

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

LOS ANGELES, April 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NASDAQ-listed, AGBA Group Holding Limited (“ AGBA ” or the “ Company ” or the “ Group ”), previously announced that on April 16, 2024, it entered into a definitive merger agreement (the “ Merger Agreement ”) to combine AGBA with Triller Corp. (“ Triller ”), a leading Artificial Intelligence-driven social video platform (together, the “ Merger ” or the “ Transaction ”).

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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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Reading the charts on this AI play to find the right price to buy on the dip

CNBC: Investing

Todd Gordon breaks down the charts and fundamentals on Dell in order to find the right level to step in and buy.

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The State of Government SaaS M&A: Trends Driving Growth and Deal Activity in 2024

Software Equity Group

Since the turn of the century, digital transformation has swept through the private sector. Companies in every industry have seized upon software and other technologies to help them work faster and smarter. Meanwhile, government agencies have recognized the need for change, but (not known for their business agility) most have been slower to turn the ship.

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Amazon reports earnings after the bell. Here's what Wall Street is watching

CNBC: Investing

Amazon is set to report its first-quarter results, and the growth of artificial intelligence could be a key topic.

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How To Value an Insurance Agency

Sica Fletcher

This article presents a step-by-step guide on how to value an insurance agency - both in the sense of how a valuation agency/M&A advisor goes about valuation, and also in terms of what insurance agency owners can do to maximize their valuation prior to running an M&A deal. Speaking broadly, insurance agency valuations take three main steps.

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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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International Petroleum Corporation Announces Results of Normal Course Issuer Bid and Updated Share Capital

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) is pleased to announce that IPC repurchased a total of 97,100 IPC common shares (ISIN: CA46016U1084) during the period of April 22 to 30, 2024 under IPC’s normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program (NCIB).

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Business Services 1Q 2024 M&A Report

Focus Investment Banking

1Q 2024 M&A Report : In the first quarter of 2024, middle market M&A transactions saw a surge in demand for specialized business services, ranging from due diligence to post-merger integration strategies. Advisory firms experienced heightened interest from both buyers and sellers seeking tailored solutions to navigate complexities and maximize value in transactions.

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Yue Minjun Revolutionizes Bitcoin Art Scene with Pioneering Ordinals Collection on LiveArt

Global Banking & Finance

Yue Minjun Revolutionizes Bitcoin Art Scene with Pioneering Ordinals Collection on LiveArt NEW YORK, United States, April 30th, 2024, Chainwire The first major contemporary artist to adopt the Bitcoin blockchain LiveArt proudly unveils Human by Yue Minjun, the first-ever Ordinals collection from a contemporary art giant.

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