Fri.Jan 19, 2024

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New Excessive and Unfair Pricing Provisions in Force in Canada’s Competition Act: Risk and Compliance Considerations

JD Supra: Mergers

Canada’s Competition Act was amended effective December 15, 2023 to both (i) establish a new, more expansive framework for challenging anti-competitive conduct by dominant firms and (ii) specifically provide that it is an anti-competitive act for a dominant firm to directly or indirectly impose excessive and unfair selling prices.

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Stocks Climb to Record, Lifted by Big Tech and Rate Cut Hopes

The New York Times: Banking

The S&P 500 crossed above its January 2022 peak after weeks of wavering. Investors have been buying stocks after homing in on signals that the Fed’s campaign of raising interest rates is over.

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Becoming Antitrust Aware in 2024: Top Five Recommendations for the New Year

JD Supra: Mergers

A new year means resolutions which are often centered around self-improvement measures like weight loss, exercise plans, and other health improvement measures. Companies can also benefit from resolutions. Increasing antitrust awareness is not usually on the resolution list but here we offer some ideas for companies as they embark on a new year.

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Activism: 2023 Highlights

Deal Lawyers

Lazard recently released its annual report on shareholder activism for 2023. Here are some of the highlights: – There were 252 new campaigns globally in 2023, representing a 7% increase YoY and the busiest year on record. North America activity pulled back slightly after the robust 2022 post-COVID surge of new campaigns.

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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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The Reshaping of Competition Rules and Procedures in Italy

JD Supra: Mergers

The Situation: Over the last year, the Italian Competition Bill (Law 287/1990) has undergone a significant number of amendments aimed at strengthening the enforcement powers of the Italian Competition Authority ("ICA"). At the time of writing, the Italian Parliament has approved changes to the law that are meant to align the Italian merger control timeline with the procedure before the European Commission under the European Union ("EU") Merger Regulation.

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What Contractors Need to Know About DOD’s National Defense Industrial Strategy

JD Supra: Mergers

WHAT: On January 11, 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) published its National Defense Industrial Strategy (NDIS). In line with DOD’s continued emphasis on modernizing and strengthening the supply chain and acquisition process, the NDIS seeks to “catalyze generational change from the existing defense industrial base to a more robust, resilient, and dynamic modernized defense industrial ecosystem.”.

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Zero Balance Current Account: A Quick Explainer

Razorpay

Powerful current accounts always come with a caveat; a minimum balance requirement. Whether it is a few ten thousand or a few lakhs, most accounts are not zero balance current accounts. Would a zero balance current account really be so beneficial to businesses? Here’s a blog explaining all you need to know about current accounts and their minimum balance requirement.

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Here We Go Again January 2024 - A Note to My Younger Self Part II: Starting Over Every January

JD Supra: Mergers

As I sit here again with one more year in the rearview mirror since the last time we chatted, this older, wiser self has been reflecting on what I would tell my younger self if I had the chance at the beginning of January of yet another year in Fund Finance.

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Unleashing Growth Through M&A Roll-Up Strategies in Healthcare and Home Services

Align Business Advisory Services

Unleashing Growth Through M&A Roll-Up Strategies in Healthcare and Home Services In the dynamic landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the roll-up strategy emerges as a compelling approach for home services businesses and medical practices, aiming to elevate returns and strategically position themselves in the market. This comprehensive overview explores the intricacies of roll-up strategies, Read More » The post Unleashing Growth Through M&A Roll-Up Strategies in Healthc

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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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Public Company Watch: January 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

In the January Public Company Watch, we cover key issues impacting public companies, including navigating the 2023 20-F season, updated SEC guidance related to confidential treatment applications, the Delaware Court of Chancery upholding the rejection of advance notice and striking down certain bylaw amendments, a NYSE rule change that will make it easier for passive substantial shareholders to invest in NYSE-listed companies.

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Stocks to buy for the next leg of the bull market, according to a money manager who helps run $1 trillion

CNBC: Investing

Saira Malik, chief investment officer who at Nuveen, with $1.1 trillion in assets under management, remains cautious despite the market's recent strength.

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2023 Half-year in review – M&A legal and market developments

JD Supra: Mergers

We set out below a number of interesting English court decisions and market developments which have taken place and their impact on M&A transactions. This review looks at these developments and gives practical guidance on their implications. Summaries feature below, and you can click where indicated to access more detailed analysis.

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The S&P 500 is officially in a bull market now. Here’s how long they typically last

CNBC: Investing

If history is any indication, stocks could be in for even bigger gains ahead.

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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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Colombia's SIC Sets Thresholds for Merger Control in 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

Through Resolution No. 82882 of 2023, the Superintendence of Industry and Commerce (SIC) in Colombia established the value of operating income and/or total assets that must be considered to determine whether the merger between companies must be reported to the entity.

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Arcline to take aerospace company Kaman private for $1.8bn

PE Hub

When the deal closes, Kaman will stop trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The post Arcline to take aerospace company Kaman private for $1.8bn appeared first on PE Hub.

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Federal Antitrust Enforcers Publish 2023 Final Merger Guidelines: A Reflection of Heightened Enforcement

JD Supra: Mergers

Our Antitrust Team examines finalized guidelines from the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission that set forth more aggressive standards for horizontal and vertical M&A transactions.

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A low-cost trade that wins if the S&P 500 breaks out and heads for 5,000 next

CNBC: Investing

We'll review an options trade for investors who want a low-cost way to participate in the bull market, but still have their doubts.

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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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Spirit Airlines Is on Shaky Footing After Judge Blocks JetBlue Deal

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

Some investors and analysts said the airline might have to seek bankruptcy protection if it couldn’t find another buyer.

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As S&P 500 hits new record, three indicators point to a pullback

CNBC: Investing

The S&P 500 sits within swinging distance of its all-time high from January 2022.

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Organic mushrooms provider M2 Ingredients grabs investment from Meaningful Partners

PE Hub

M2 is also backed by White Road Investments and InvestEco. The post Organic mushrooms provider M2 Ingredients grabs investment from Meaningful Partners appeared first on PE Hub.

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These cheap stocks with upside could be the next bull market winners

CNBC: Investing

Wall Street is on the verge of confirming a new bull market has begun, and these stocks could be the next big winners.

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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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JP Morgan Chase promotes from within for new vice president, senior trader

The TRADE

JP Morgan Chase & Co. has appointed Dom Russo vice president, senior trader, The TRADE can reveal. Russo has been promoted to the role having served as a senior associate at the firm since October 2021. Prior to his stint at JP Morgan Chase, Russo spent nearly four years at online investment management firm Nutmeg, most recently as senior trader.

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Blackstone to take Tricon Residential private in $3.5bn deal

PE Hub

Tricon Residential is a Toronto-based owner, operator and developer of single-family rental homes. The post Blackstone to take Tricon Residential private in $3.5bn deal appeared first on PE Hub.

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Fireside Friday with… Cboe Global Markets’ Jon Weinberg

The TRADE

Was 2023 a subdued year for FX volumes? It wasn’t so much that 2023 was subdued but I think it was always going to be difficult to compare to 2022, which saw monetary policy divergence, with each central bank needing to combat inflation and raise rates as they saw fit. Rates and FX move in tandem and are highly correlated so, as a result, there was a lot of FX volatility and high FX volumes during 2022.

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Wind Point-backed Pavion acquires Integrated Security and Communications

PE Hub

Pavion is a provider of integrated solutions for fire, safety, security, and critical communications. The post Wind Point-backed Pavion acquires Integrated Security and Communications appeared first on PE Hub.

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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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Red Sea shipping crisis unlikely to lift inflation much, UBS says. Here's why

CNBC: Investing

Disruptions in the Red Sea approach to the Suez Canal will have less effect than the supply chain disruptions that helped fuel inflation during the pandemic.

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Bain Capital Credit raises over $1bn for mid-market credit fund

PE Hub

MMC 22 will focus on backing middle-market businesses. The post Bain Capital Credit raises over $1bn for mid-market credit fund appeared first on PE Hub.

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Sports Technology Market to Worth USD 61.40 Billion by 2030 | Skyquest Technology

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Sports technology market is segmented on the basis of technology, sports. By technology, the market is segmented into devices, smart stadium, analytics & statistics and esports. By sports, the market is segmented into American football/rugby, baseball, basketball, cricket, golf, ice hockey, tennis, soccer, and others- Industry forecast 2023-2030 Sports technology market is segmented on the basis of technology, sports.

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