Tue.Dec 19, 2023

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Softbank sells Open Opportunity Fund to Black and Latino executives

TechCrunch: M&A

The Japanese conglomerate is selling the Open Opportunity Fund to its chairman Paul Judge, and Marcelo Claure, who's being appointed as vice chairman and general partner. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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The Year in M&A – 2023 Popular Reads on JD Supra

JD Supra: Mergers

A recap of the most widely read M&A-focused publications on JD Supra throughout 2023.

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Salesforce acquires automated commission management platform Spiff

TechCrunch: M&A

Salesforce has announced plans to acquire Spiff, a platform that automates commission management for sales teams. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 2017, Spiff serves up a low-code interface designed to make it easy for businesses to create a sales compensation plan that automatically updates based on personnel meeting their pre-agreed targets. […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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New Sweeping Competition Powers for the Canadian Government

JD Supra: Mergers

With the passing of Bill C-56, the most recent in an ongoing series of amendments to the Competition Act have now been enacted (with more expected to follow). The Commissioner of Competition has been pushing for amendments to the Act for years, following several significant losses in front of the Competition Tribunal and Federal Court of Appeal.

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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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Antitrust: DOJ & FTC Release Final Merger Guidelines

Deal Lawyers

On Monday, the DOJ and FTC announced the release of the final 2023 Merger Guidelines. The draft guidelines were published back in July. As expected, the guidelines formalize a “notable shift toward more aggressive merger control enforcement” as described in this White & Case memo. However, there were significant changes from the draft form.

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El problema de la deuda es inmenso. Y el sistema económico para solucionarlo es obsoleto

The New York Times: Banking

El Fondo Monetario Internacional y el Banco Mundial necesitan actualizarse para responder a las necesidades actuales de las naciones, según los expertos.

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9 Essential Tips for Your Company’s Exit Strategy

JD Supra: Mergers

Whether you’re just starting up or you’re well-established and attracting offers, if selling is your goal, there’s no better time than now to start planning your exit strategy. Drawing on experience and insights amassed leading million- and billion-dollar transactions, Corporate partner Sarah Chambless and M&A partner Victoria Lupu recently spoke with members of the Female Founder Collective, sharing key considerations for founders looking to sell their businesses.

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Books & Records: What the Past Year Has Taught Us

Deal Lawyers

This Dechert memo looks back at Delaware opinions on books and records demands in the last year and makes recommendations for drafting minutes and gathering responsive documents. It highlights two recent decisions that show the need to be judicious with any redactions when producing materials.

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CD rates are dropping. Here's where to find the highest payouts

CNBC: Investing

The average rate banks are paying for CDs went down for the first time this cycle in the first two weeks of December, according to Morgan Stanley.

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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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A Dream Come True: My Journey to Africa as a Sea Turtle Conservation Volunteer

Cisco: M&A

I had this longtime dream of volunteering in Africa and working with sea turtles. This year, I had the chance to fulfill my dream because of this incredible company.

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Wall Street sees these beaten-down stocks making a comeback in 2024

CNBC: Investing

CNBC Pro looked for quality stocks with low debt that the Street thinks could see a turnaround in the new year.

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Talent Management Software Market Size, Share & Growth Analysis, [2030] | With CAGR of 12.5%

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

As per the report by Fortune Business Insights, the global Talent Management Software Market size is projected to reach USD 20.59 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 12.5% during the forecast period. As per the report by Fortune Business Insights, the global Talent Management Software Market size is projected to reach USD 20.59 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 12.5% during the forecast period.

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These are some of Wall Street's favorite technology stocks for 2024

CNBC: Investing

Analysts are offering up their best technology picks for the new year as 2023 comes to a close.

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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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Reflections from Cisco Live Melbourne: Innovation, Sustainability, and Connections

Cisco: M&A

As I reflect on the whirlwind of excitement and innovation that was Cisco Live Melbourne, I am inspired by the sheer passion and engagement that filled every corner of the event.

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A bet that this monster rally is stalling out and this sector will start to suffer first

CNBC: Investing

The broad monster rally which started in November has shown no signs of stalling yet, but it will eventually.

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Figma’s CEO, Dylan Field, Laments Demise of His $20 Billion Adobe Deal

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

Dylan Field believed that selling his software company to a bigger rival would be good for competition and consumers. Regulators saw it differently.

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Income investor Jenny Harrington reveals her ‘bones of AI’ pick for 2024

CNBC: Investing

The Gilman Hill Asset Management CEO believes Cisco offers a way to invest in the "bones of AI" because it makes essential networking hardware.

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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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Platinum Equity-backed Hop Lun buys swimwear company Rainbow West Apparel

PE Hub

Based in Hong Kong, Hop Lun is a designer and maker of undergarments and swimwear. The post Platinum Equity-backed Hop Lun buys swimwear company Rainbow West Apparel appeared first on PE Hub.

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Tuesday's analyst calls: Solar upgrades, Jefferies highlights pet stock with big upside

CNBC: Investing

Early analyst calls on Tuesday included upgrades to two solar names and a pet stock getting a buy rating from Jefferies.

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GI Partners to acquire telecom service provider DQE Communications

PE Hub

The seller was Duquesne Light Holdings. The post GI Partners to acquire telecom service provider DQE Communications appeared first on PE Hub.

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This is MoffettNathanson's top telecommunications stock for 2024

CNBC: Investing

This telecommunications company looks poised for wireless growth in the new year after a rocky 2023, according to MoffettNathanson.

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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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Cambridge Associates’ Andrea Auerbach: Rate cuts in 2024 may break the transaction logjam and spur activity

PE Hub

'Much like covid variants, 2023’s challenges will evolve and expand as we head into 2024, and some might even abate.' The post Cambridge Associates’ Andrea Auerbach: Rate cuts in 2024 may break the transaction logjam and spur activity appeared first on PE Hub.

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This 'free lunch' stock trade into year-end has typically netted a 10% return

CNBC: Investing

A baker's dozen stocks are trading near their 52-week lows but could be due for a rebound soon, said the Stock Trader's Almanac's Jeffrey Hirsch.

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H.I.G. to acquire ZimVie’s spine business

PE Hub

According to terms of the deal, ZimVie will receive $375 million in total consideration. The post H.I.G. to acquire ZimVie’s spine business appeared first on PE Hub.

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Best education system in the world

Global Banking & Finance

Best education system in the world The quest for the best education system in the world is a topic of global interest and significance. As nations strive to provide quality education that prepares their citizens for the challenges of the future, different countries have implemented diverse approaches to achieve excellence.

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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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Fengate buys heat and power facility Morris Cogeneration from Atlantic Power and Utilities

PE Hub

The firm acquired ownership of the facility under its strategic operating partnership with Ironclad Energy. The post Fengate buys heat and power facility Morris Cogeneration from Atlantic Power and Utilities appeared first on PE Hub.

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‘Tis the season where data theft is at an all-time high

Cisco: M&A

As a retail business, the relentless pursuit of safeguarding your customers’ data and ensuring uninterrupted holiday joy has never been more crucial!

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Turning Rock backs pet services provider Best Friends Pet Care

PE Hub

Existing shareholders also participated in the new round of capital. The post Turning Rock backs pet services provider Best Friends Pet Care appeared first on PE Hub.

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