Thu.Dec 14, 2023

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EU and UK Merger Regulators Look Beyond Horizontal and Vertical, With Digital ‘Ecosystems’ a New Focus

JD Supra: Mergers

Key Points - - EU competition regulators are increasingly considering “ecosystems” of products and services in their analysis of the competitive impact of mergers — a framework that often does not fit with the historical focus on horizontal and vertical relationships.

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Linktree acquires link-in-bio platform Koji in its second investment of the year

TechCrunch: M&A

Australia-based link-in-bio platform Linktree announced today that it has acquired competitor Koji from its parent company GoMeta for an undisclosed amount. Linktree said that Koji’s link-in-bio product will shut down on January 31, 2024. The company is offering Koji users three months of Linktree Pro plan as a trial. But it’s not clear if Linktree […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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Private Sector Space Projects Take Off, Leaving Legal Unknowns in Their Contrails

JD Supra: Mergers

Key Points - - Private enterprise is now driving the long state-dominated space sector. - As geopolitical tensions mount, and growth in the wider tech M&A market slows, commercial activity in outer space — including M&A — remains resilient because of the sector’s strategic significance.

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Finding Each Other’s True Professional Commitment Level 

H. Friedman Search

As we continue with both tips for a candidate and a client company’s hiring manager, I want to discuss how to test for the actual commitment level of either. I have found that a multitude of firms and candidates want to explore as many options as possible to determine who is the best fit. How do you test that best fit early in the process to avoid wasting either party’s time?

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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 Corporate Transparency Act is Coming, But FinCEN Grants A Little More Breathing Room

JD Supra: Mergers

In a significant update to the upcoming implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has extended the filing deadline for reporting entities formed between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024, to 90 calendar days from the date of formation to submit their initial reports. This change aims to address concerns about a potential rush of filings and provide businesses and practitioners with extended time to navigate the complexities of.

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Gray Zone: When a UK-Incorporated Company Is Protected by Neither the UK Takeover Code nor US Law

JD Supra: Mergers

Key Points - U.K.-incorporated companies may assume that they are protected by the - Takeover Code’s rules on bids and other changes of control, but that is not always true if they are listed in the U.S. - Whether or not the Takeover Code applies can change with the composition of a company’s board or other factors. When it does not apply, a company will generally not be protected by U.S. rules governing takeover bids in the same way the company would have been protected by the Code.

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New crypto trading venue aimed at banks and securities firms has launched as digital assets market infrastructure continues to evolve

The TRADE

RULEMATCH, a new crypto trading venue, serves banks and securities firms which are already active in the crypto market has launched, offering a combination of integrated, post-trade settlement and ultra-low latency for participants including hedge funds and high frequency traders. RULEMATCH facilitates multilateral net settlement among participants, as well as addressing counterparty risk among participants with a strict delivery-vs-payment process and collateral requirements to protect against

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M&A Primer for Emerging Healthy F&B Companies  

JD Supra: Mergers

As an emerging growth company in the healthy food & beverage (F&B) space, you might rightfully think, “My company is too young to consider either buying another company or selling to another company.” And depending on what product(s) you sell and the current competitive landscape, you might be right.

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SEC adopts landmark new clearing rules for US Treasury market

The TRADE

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted major rule changes for the $26 trillion US Treasury market requiring more trades to be centrally cleared. The US watchdog is looking to bolster risk management practices for central counterparties in the US Treasury market and facilitate additional clearing of US treasury securities transactions through forcing some cash Treasury and repos to be centrally cleared.

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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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Delaware Reconsiders Scope of the MFW Doctrine in Match.com Case

JD Supra: Mergers

The Delaware Supreme Court heard oral argument on December 13, 2023 in a case that will decide whether transactions involving controlling stockholders outside of the merger context may be subject to deferential business judgment review with fewer stockholder protections implemented than would be required to invoke business judgment review in the merger context.

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Top EVs are losing tax credits next year as U.S. boots China from supply chain–these stocks are exposed

CNBC: Investing

In 2024, electric vehicles will not qualify for tax credits if they contain battery components manufactured or assembled by companies controlled by China.

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TMX Group expands data-driven analytics and indexing solutions through $848 million VettaFi acquisition

The TRADE

Toronto-based stock exchange TMX Group has agreed to acquire the remaining 78% of the common units of index and data provider, VettaFi Holdings, for $848 million. Following the strategic investments TMX Group made in VettaFi is H1 2023 for 22% of the common units, the total amount to be paid for full ownership totals $1.03 billion. “The acquisition of VettaFi will add a dynamic new component to our growing information business, with an exciting set of capabilities and a visionary, innovative tea

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Is Jerome Powell’s Fed Pulling Off a Soft Landing?

The New York Times: Banking

It’s too soon to declare victory, but the economic outlook seems sunnier than it did a year ago, and many economists are predicting a surprising win.

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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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Trade associations file joint lawsuit opposing SEC securities reporting and short selling rules

The TRADE

NAPFM, MFA, and AIMA have filed a lawsuit to the US Court of Appeals following the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) adoption of two rules related to the requirements for reporting and public disclosure of securities loans and short selling activity. Jack Inglis The associations are seeking to invalidate the two rules on the grounds that they are “arbitrary and capricious and will harm investors and markets,” as described by Bryan Corbett, president and chief executive of MFA.

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The market thinks it can't lose with the Fed's policy pivot on interest rates

CNBC: Investing

If Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is still a little reluctant to unfurl the "Mission Accomplished" banner, markets sure aren't.

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Waverton Investment Management outsources trading to Northern Trust

The TRADE

UK-based investment management firm Waverton has outsourced a portion of its trading to Northern Trust Integrated Trading Solutions (ITS). The deal follows a review by the investment manager of its operating model intended to help it better align its structure with plans for product expansion in the future. Waverton has £9.1 billion in assets under management.

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Veson Nautical extends data analytics and collaboration capabilities with acquisition of Shipfix

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Veson Nautical will strengthen its unique data position, AI expertise, and ability to optimize workflow across the value chain, while integrating internal and external communication tools to the IMOS Platform, which furthers its vision to be the standard platform that propels maritime commerce Veson Nautical will strengthen its unique data position, AI expertise, and ability to optimize workflow across the value chain, while integrating internal and external communication tools to the IMOS Platf

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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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Portfolio trading is on the up but only some can make it pay

The TRADE

Portfolio trading as a concept has exploded in the last few years, egged on by market conditions and volatility brought on by the pandemic and other macroeconomic factors. However, whether or not all firms are able to monetise the tool by managing risk effectively in today’s environment, is up for debate. The concept allows traders to execute a basket of stocks in one single transaction, minimising costs and allowing traders to bundle less liquid or more difficult to trade instruments in with mo

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Art Cashin shares his 2024 outlook: How stocks could fare under elections, AI boom, high valuations

CNBC: Investing

Art Cashin expects the presidential election cycle to give stocks a boost, but that doesn't mean there's no risks for equity investors in the year ahead.

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Financial Literacy for Students

Global Banking & Finance

Financial Literacy for Students The growing public debt is dragging households, individuals, and businesses down the financial drain with it. Times have never been harder, and students must find ingenious ways to manage their personal finances.

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This ETF had one of its biggest spikes in history post-Fed. How traders are playing it from here

CNBC: Investing

We will review a bond ETF that saw one of its biggest moves in its history on Wednesday and how options traders are playing it from here.

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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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Meet the Cisco Security Risk Score (formerly Kenna Risk Score)

Cisco: M&A

In April 2023 , we rebranded our risk-based vulnerability management solution, Kenna.VM, to Cisco Vulnerability Management. Today, we are excited to share another milestone in our journey.

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Waud Capital-backed TeamSnap scoops up youth sports media platform MOJO Sports

PE Hub

TeamSnap is a provider of sports management software and the online community for everything youth sports. The post Waud Capital-backed TeamSnap scoops up youth sports media platform MOJO Sports appeared first on PE Hub.

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Mother Jones to Merge With the Center for Investigative Reporting

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

The combined newsroom will have more than 70 people.

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Allied Industrial Partners-backed CES Power buys entertainment industry IT services firm Roundrock

PE Hub

Based in Memphis, CES Power is a provider of sustainable mobile power generation, distribution, and temperature control solutions for large events. The post Allied Industrial Partners-backed CES Power buys entertainment industry IT services firm Roundrock 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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The stocks that led the Dow's run to a record this year and where Wall Street sees them going from here

CNBC: Investing

CNBC Pro screened to see which companies have more upside ahead and which may be due a pullback.

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RF Investment Partners-backed Ally Waste Services snaps up Waste Consolidators

PE Hub

Ally Waste is a valet trash and recycling provider for multi-family housing communities, student housing, and senior living facilities. The post RF Investment Partners-backed Ally Waste Services snaps up Waste Consolidators appeared first on PE Hub.

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These stocks have the most to gain as the 10-year Treasury yield tumbles below 4%

CNBC: Investing

Some stocks with high sensitivity to interest rates could benefit in this falling rate backdrop.

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