Fri.Nov 08, 2024

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Analyzing Second Requests: Trends in Premerger Antitrust Review and Political Influence

JD Supra: Mergers

ComplexDiscovery’s Editor’s Note: This concise analysis delves into the historical trends of Second Requests in U.S. antitrust review, spanning from 2000 to 2023. It explores how these trends correlate with presidential administrations, underscoring the impact of political shifts on regulatory scrutiny.

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Chancery Applies “Independent Legal Significance” Doctrine to Nevada Reincorporation Vote

Deal Lawyers

Yesterday, in Gunderson v. The Trade Desk, (Del. Ch.; 11/24), the Chancery Court granted summary judgment to the defendants in a case involving claims that a Delaware corporation’s migration to Nevada required a supermajority vote under the terms of its charter.

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Securities Litigation + Enforcement Highlights From Q2 + Q3 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

Cooley’s securities litigation + enforcement group continued to share key insights on key cases and developments in securities litigation throughout the spring and summer. They highlighted important decisions in Delaware courts, precedent-setting cases in the US Supreme Court and appellate courts, and recent developments at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), as well as trends in derivative action settlements.

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The 10-year Treasury yield has been rising. Here's where BlackRock’s Rick Rieder sees an opportunity

CNBC: Investing

You can find solid yield without having to move into lower quality – and without exposing yourself to too much rate sensitivity.

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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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In the Lien of Sight November 2024 - Second Lien Loans in Subscription Finance

JD Supra: Mergers

Although second lien loans in subscription line finance have been discussed with interest over the years, their use has been sporadic and it has only been very recently that we have started to see a real uptake in the use of these structures, especially here in Europe.

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Is antitrust back in fashion? Implications of the FTC‘s win in the Tapestry/Capri merger

JD Supra: Mergers

On October 24, 2024, the District Court for the Southern District of New York granted the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”)’s request for a preliminary injunction to halt the merger between Tapestry, Inc. (“Tapestry”) and Capri Holdings Limited (“Capri”) (collectively the “Parties”). The proposed transaction would combine Tapestry’s Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman brands with Capri’s Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, and Versace brands.

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Closing 2024 with Style at Cisco Live Melbourne

Cisco: M&A

Go Beyond with Learning & Certifications at Cisco Live Melbourne. Explore Cisco U. Theatre sessions, exam savings, special offers, and more.

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New HSR Premerger Notification Requirements: Implications for Private Equity Clients

JD Supra: Mergers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced significant changes to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) premerger notification rules – including changes to the HSR form and associated instructions. Although the new HSR rules are softened from what was initially proposed by the FTC in June 2023 and do not alter the filing thresholds nor change the substantive merger review process, the updates will increase the time and cost required to prepare the HSR filing.

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Simplifying NGO 80G Donation Receipt Format with Razorpay Payment Pages

Razorpay

In times of strife as in times of calm, NGOs have always strived to make the world a better place. Today, amid crises and turmoil, NGOs are working day and night to ameliorate the lives of those hardest hit. Online donations are at an all-time high for NGOs. In fact, there was a 180% surge in NGO donation transactions in the first 30 days of the lockdown. [ Read more : Special Report: The Impact of Lockdown on Digital Payments ] With donations pouring in from all parts of the world at such a ra

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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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Final FTC Pre-Merger Notification Rule: How an ALSP Can Provide Critical Support

JD Supra: Mergers

On October 10, 2024, the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its Final Rule governing pre-merger notification protocols under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act (HSR). The Antitrust Division of the US Department of Justice signaled its agreement with the rules the same day.

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Goldman Sachs: Why individual investors need to look at private investments to further grow wealth

CNBC: Investing

In the past decade, private investments exploded from $4 trillion to $14 trillion.

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The Auditors’ View of the Current SPAC Market

JD Supra: Mergers

The SPAC market is chugging along with several IPOs and multiple deals being announced and closed. Although it's great to see this kind of activity again, the SPAC market is never without its challenges.

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Citi upgrades Bank of America to buy, pointing to a lighter regulatory environment

CNBC: Investing

An 'outsized' valuation spread implies that shares of Bank of America could rally 33%, according to Citi.

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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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Delaware Court of Chancery dismisses “De-SPAC” merger claims at motion to dismiss stage

JD Supra: Mergers

In In re Hennessy Capital Acquisition Corp. IV Stockholder Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery for the first time dismissed breach of fiduciary duty claims against directors involved in a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) under the “entire fairness” standard. This decision will help to serve as roadmap for defending against disclosure claims arising in the SPAC context.

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Mergers and Acquisitions: Fueling the Innovation Engine

Sun Acquisitions

In today’s rapidly changing business environment, staying ahead of the curve requires constant innovation. Companies must develop new products, services, and technologies to meet evolving customer demands. Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) can be a powerful tool to accelerate this innovation process. Combining Strengths for Breakthroughs When two companies merge, they bring together a wealth of resources, expertise, and talent.

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Insurance M&A: Bermuda’s change of control requirements

JD Supra: Mergers

This article, the first in a multi-part series on M&A in insurance, considers the change of control regime under the Bermuda Insurance Act 1978 (the “Insurance Act”) as it applies to shareholder controllers of Bermuda insurers.

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TD Cowen’s James Baugh takes home the Industry Person of the Year Award 2024

The TRADE

James Baugh, managing director, head of European market structure, TD Cowen was voted industry person of the year at last night’s glittering Leaders in Trading awards gala. The Industry Person of the Year Award was decided by an industry vote by more than 300 attendees and later announced on stage. Now in its third year , the recognition is designed to celebrate individuals across the industry who have made a significant impact on their own organisation as well as the industry externally, with

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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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Converge Your WAN and Security With Cisco Firewall

Cisco: M&A

Cisco Secure Firewall is a comprehensive offering that simplifies threat protection by enforcing consistent security policies across environments.

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The TRADE announces Leaders in Trading 2024 award winners

The TRADE

The TRADE is delighted to announce the winners of this year’s Leaders in Trading awards, with the recipients honoured at a ceremony held last night at The Savoy, London. More than 300 industry leaders joined The TRADE in a sold-out room to recognise the year’s leading individuals and firms within the industry, with 39 awards handed out honouring the buy-side, sell-side, service providers, technology firms and venues.

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Goldman Sachs upgrades BioNTech to buy, sees stock surging more than 25%

CNBC: Investing

The bank upgraded shares of the German biotechnology firm to a buy rating from neutral.

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Leveraging Threat Intelligence in Cisco Secure Network Analytics, Part 2

Cisco: M&A

You can use public Cisco Talos blogs and third-party threat intelligence data with Cisco Secure Network Analytics to build custom security events.

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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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Portugal targets 2025 TAP sale as more than 12 potential buyers show interest

Global Banking & Finance

By Sergio Goncalves LISBON (Reuters) – Portugal’s government plans to resume the sale of flag carrier TAP in 2025, the country’s infrastructure minister said, after receiving interest from more than a dozen potential buyers.

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SPAC Litigation Continues to Churn in the Belly of the Chancery Beast

Sidley Shareholder Litigation

As this blog has consistently observed, although the well of SPAC mergers substantially dried up a few years ago, the wave of lawsuits stemming from those de-SPAC mergers has not abated. In the latest decision addressing claims for breach of fiduciary duty arising from a de-SPAC merger, Solak v. Mountain Crest Capital LLC , Vice Chancellor Glasscock bemoaned “the bulge of SPAC carcasses [that] continues to be digested in equity.

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UK regulator flags concerns and remedies for sale of baby formula

Global Banking & Finance

(Reuters) -Britain’s competition watchdog flagged concerns and potential solutions regarding the distribution of infant formulas on Friday, which could help improve the sector as well as reduce costs for parents.

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Communiqué relatif au dépôt d’un projet de note établi par la société MRM en réponse au projet d’offre publique d’achat simplifiée visant ses actions initiée par la société SCOR

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Ne pas publier, diffuser ou distribuer, directement ou indirectement, aux États-Unis d'Amérique ou dans tout autre pays dans lequel la distribution ou la diffusion du Communiqué est interdite par la loi.

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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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Scholz calls for cool heads to pull Germany out of political crisis

Global Banking & Finance

By Christian Kraemer and Andreas Rinke BERLIN (Reuters) -Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Friday demanded a calm debate from Germany’s squabbling factions on setting the date for a snap election to pull the country out of a political crisis.

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Stephen Grady accepts Lifetime Achievement Award at Leaders in Trading 2024

The TRADE

Stephen Grady, head of global markets and executive vice president at Lombard Odier, accepted a Lifetime Achievement Award from The TRADE last night at Leaders in Trading 2024. Collecting his award, established buy- and sell-side participant Grady highlighted the importance of relationships. Nominated by several buy-side peers for the Lifetime Achievement Award, Grady has a strong history of contributing to industry discussion and development.

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India says oil prices would have rocketed without its Russian imports

Global Banking & Finance

NEW DELHI (Reuters) – Global oil prices “would have hit the roof” if big importer India had not bought oil from Russia following the Ukraine war, India’s oil minister said, adding that prices would determine where the country buys oil from.

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