Beyond M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2024

To some, Agent-based AI is a buzzword, to others, they are already commercialising it. Instead of discussing the technology from afar, I will describe the use of Agents by taking you through a simple use case and then referring to a strong example of usage from a firm we did Tech DD on. I have a simplistic view of the tech itself – an agent will perform a specific task it is built for, in a particular sequence, to provide a specific output.

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JD Supra: Mergers

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In our biannual M&A trends report we explore the possible impact of the new U.S. administration on dealmaking, the dynamics of transatlantic M&A, private equity exits, and Mario Draghis proposals to reshape the European merger review landscape. Welcome to the latest edition of M&A Insights, where we bring together partners from across the A&O Shearman network to explore the themes shaping global dealmaking.

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The TRADE

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Tradeweb has announced the appointments of Enrico Bruni and Troy Dixon as co-heads of global markets a newly created role following significant recent global growth. Both are set to begin their roles in January 2025 and report to Billy Hult, Tradewebs chief executive. Bruni was previo usly managing director, head of Europe and Asia business at Tradeweb, w hile Dixon joins from Hollis Park Partners having founded the firm and most recently worked a s c hief investment officer.

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JD Supra: Mergers

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Following the successful completion of a number of key private-credit transactions across the Middle East in 2024 (including the recent transaction White & Case acted on for Property Finder, named "Impact Deal of the Year" at the 2024 IFLR Awards), a number of trends in Middle East private credit transactions are now able to be observed, as "market positions" start to be established.

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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 New York Times: Banking

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The Federal Reserve cut rates for a third time this year, but investors shuddered at revised forecasts suggesting only two cuts in 2025.

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JD Supra: Mergers

DECEMBER 18, 2024

On November 13, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) sustained a protest by DecisionPoint Corporation concluding that when the Air Force determined EmeSec, a wholly owned subsidiary of DecisionPoint, was ineligible for award for not having the correct certification, it improperly ignored the effect of a novation.

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Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By Brandon Spear, CEO, TreviPay Business leaders everywhere are seeking opportunities to expand operations and capture new markets. This growth mindset brings a surge of excitement heading into 2025. Yet, scaling a businessparticularly in the B2B spacecomes with its unique set of challenges.

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CNBC: Investing

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Here are the biggest calls on Wall Street on Wednesday.

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The TRADE

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Stuart Lawrence has been appointed head of European equities trading at UBS Asset Management four and a half years after he joined the firm in June 2019. He was most recently head of UK equity trading at UBS Asset Management, having previously served as a high touch equity sales trader at Kepler Cheuvreux. London-based Lawrence has extensive experience working across both the sell- and buy-side, working across asset classes.

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CNBC: Investing

DECEMBER 18, 2024

There may be sizable gains in store for this retailer in the months ahead, according to Citi.

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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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Deal Lawyers

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In Sunder Energy, LLC v. Tyler Jackson, (Del.; 12/24), the Delaware Supreme Court addressed a plaintiff’s argument that the Chancery Court erred in refusing to blue pencil a non-compete agreement that the Court found to be impermissibly overbroad.

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CNBC: Investing

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Tony Zhang describes a cash-secured put position in the aerospace giant.

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Cisco: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2024

CCIE Service Provider Practice Labs are now available, offering candidates a controlled, exam-like setting to practice hands-on for the CCIE Lab.

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Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By Piers Williams, Global Insurance Manager at AutoRek Imagine a world where insurance payments are processed within minutes, fraud detection happens in real time, and customers never face delays in claim payouts. The insurance industry is transforming, and payment processing is central to this change.

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Cisco: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Discover how the digital age is revolutionizing warfare, as technological advancements and cyber capabilities reshape military strategies, highlighting the critical need for real-time network Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2024

$75 million equity financing at $0.625 per Vireo share will result in combined new entity having an industry-leading balance sheet Transactions.

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CNBC: Investing

DECEMBER 18, 2024

This semiconductor stock offers investors a combination of capital appreciation, income and dividend growth and it's having a hot month.

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Gentex (NASDAQ: GNTX) announced a definitive agreement to acquire VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ: VOXX) at $7.50 per share.

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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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The New York Times: Banking

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Heres how the central banks interest rate moves influence car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Alliance teams up with BDA to accelerate growth for highly sought-after vinyl-figure collectibles Alliance teams up with BDA to accelerate growth for highly sought-after vinyl-figure collectibles

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Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By Tony Judd, Managing Director, Nordics, UK & Ireland, Verizon Business Prediction 1: Data-driven applications will evolve, unlocking smarter, faster decisions across industries In 2025, the digital landscape will be dominated by the relentless march of data-driven applications.

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CNBC: Investing

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Frank Cappelleri breaks down the charts on Cadence Design Systems.

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Focus Investment Banking

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Washington, DC (December 18, 2024) FOCUS Investment Banking (FOCUS), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that SUCCESS Computer Consulting (SUCCESS), a leader in managed IT and security services for small and medium-sized businesses, has been acquired by L Squared Capital Partners.

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CNBC: Investing

DECEMBER 18, 2024

This online travel stock may have more room to run heading into 2025, according to Bank of America.

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Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By Lewis Krauskopf and Suzanne McGee NEW YORK (Reuters) – The rally in U.S. stocks is encountering a fresh hurdle — a potentially problematic rise in Treasury yields as the Federal Reserve signals fewer interest rate cuts for 2025.

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Elis poursuit la consolidation de son réseau en Allemagne avec lacquisition de Ernst Saint-Cloud, le 19 décembre 2024 Elis, leader mondial des services.

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Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 18, 2024

ROME (Reuters) – A consortium led by the Italian economy ministry has filed a 700 million euro ($733 million) binding offer for Telecom Italia’s (TIM) submarine cable unit Sparkle, the ministry said on Thursday. The ministry is bidding with Retelit, an Italian fibre network operator owned by Spanish infrastructure fund Asterion.

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Elis continues the consolidation of its network with the acquisition of Ernst in Germany Saint-Cloud, 19 December 2024 Elis, the global leader in.

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Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By Antonella Cinelli and Valentina Consiglio ROME (Reuters) – Italy’s uncharacteristic political stability is likely to boost its government bonds next year, analysts say, as uncertainty over Germany and France undermines investor confidence in them.

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Communiqué de presse19 décembre 2024 - N° 24 NE PAS DIFFUSER, PUBLIER OU DISTRIBUER, DIRECTEMENT OU INDIRECTEMENT, À UNE « U.S. PERSON » (TEL QUE CE TERME.

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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?

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