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Was Loom’s $975M exit a fair price?

TechCrunch: M&A

When Atlassian announced it was buying Loom for $975 million last week, it turns out after close analysis that it was a good deal for all concerned. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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European Commission Signals Increased Scrutiny in Semiconductors, AI, Quantum Technologies, and Biotechnologies

JD Supra: Mergers

On October 3, 2023, the European Commission ("Commission") unveiled a list of 10 technology areas qualified as "critical" to the European Union's ("EU") economic security, out of which four (Semiconductors, AI, Quantum Technologies, and Biotechnologies) are considered as highly likely to present the most sensitive and immediate risks related to Europe's technology security and technology leakage.

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Learn Lessons In Public Finance Industry…

H. Friedman Search

Firm Transitions We’re all talking about it! Why not explore the topic more thoroughly and what it really means to the public finance industry in general? If we must be to the point, it means very little. What’s the topic exactly? Firms are in transition again. Now, there are no knee-jerk reactions by other firms discussing their exit from the industry.

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Exxon Mobil’s Pioneer Deal Is a Direct Threat to Democracy

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

By doubling down on fossil fuels, Exxon Mobil is choosing to profit through the most harmful way to the rest of us.

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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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French VC firm Founders Future just acquired an equity crowdfunding platform, Sowefund

TechCrunch: M&A

Here’s an interesting move. Founders Future, a well-known VC firm in the French tech ecosystem, acquired an equity crowdfunding marketplace called Sowefund. While terms of the deal remain undisclosed, Sowefund has been profitable since 2022 with around 20 employees. Following this move, Founders Future now has two separate yet complementary businesses.

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FTC Challenges Decade-Long Acquisition Strategy by a Private Equity Firm and Anesthesia Provider Group Over an Alleged Anticompetitive Scheme

JD Supra: Mergers

In an unprecedented move, the Federal Trade Commission (the “FTC”) sued U.S. Anesthesia Providers, Inc. (“USAP”) and its private equity sponsor, Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (“Welsh Carson”) alleging an anticompetitive scheme to consolidate anesthesiology practices in Texas through a series of systematic roll-ups; price setting arrangements; and a market allocation agreement to dominate the anesthesia market in Texas.

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Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy, Facing Slumping Sales and Opioid Suits

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

The pharmacy chain, one of the country’s largest, faces more than a thousand lawsuits that say it filled illegal prescriptions for painkillers.

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Patreon acquires livestream ticketed events startup Moment

TechCrunch: M&A

Patreon is acquiring Los Angeles-based livestream ticketed event platform Moment, the company announced on Tuesday. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Patreon says the acquisition will give creators on its platform a new way to share their content through ticketed digital experiences. Launched in 2019, Moment was founded by Arjun Mehta, Nigel […] © 2023 TechCrunch.

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A Closer Look at the DOJ’s New M&A Safe Harbor Policy

JD Supra: Mergers

The Department of Justice announced for the first time a new safe harbor policy that will apply to mergers and acquisitions in cases where an acquiring company with an effective compliance program uncovers misconduct during the M&A process and discloses it in a timely manner.

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S&P 500 to mount 'relief rally' to new record before year-end, says Piper Sandler chart analyst

CNBC: Investing

Piper Sandler is bullish on the strength of the broader market as the S&P 500 holds above the 4,200 level.

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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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Powell Says Strong Economic Data ‘Could Warrant’ Higher Rates

The New York Times: Banking

The Federal Reserve may need to do more if growth remains hot or if the labor market stops cooling, Jerome H. Powell said in a speech.

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Britain pulls rules aimed at applying lessons from Carillion, BHS, collapses

Global Banking & Finance

Britain pulls rules aimed at applying lessons from Carillion, BHS, collapses By Huw Jones LONDON (Reuters) – Britain on Monday unexpectedly scrapped “burdensome” draft rules is has already put to parliament for approval just 13 weeks ago to apply lessons from the collapse of builder Carillion and retailer BHS.

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[Audio] Turning Radiation Oncology Challenges into Solutions: Kurt Sysock's RADformation

JD Supra: Mergers

In the world of radiation oncology, precision is paramount. Every millimeter matters when it comes to treating cancer patients with radiation therapy. But what happens when the very technology designed to save lives becomes a source of potential errors and inefficiency? Today, we're delving into the fascinating world of radiation oncology and the critical role technology plays in patient care.

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Pfizer gets upgrade at Jefferies, which says there's a buying opportunity in the pharma giant's stock

CNBC: Investing

Jefferies recommends maintaining a long-term outlook on this key pharmaceutical stock.

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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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10-20-2023 Newsletter: Why PE Investors Care About Inflation

OfficeHours

For private equity investors who have been monitoring the situation around inflation for the last few months to a year, many have been disappointed to see the slow trajectory with which inflation has been coming down from highs. Currently, inflation in the U.S. sits around 3.7%; while that is certainly better than the 8% and 9% seen earlier this year, it still remains a key point of concern for anyone monitoring the economic situation.

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Dollar gains against yen, eases against euro

Global Banking & Finance

Dollar gains against yen, eases against euro By Karen Brettell NEW YORK (Reuters) – The dollar was mixed on Monday before a week heavy with speeches by Federal Reserve officials that will be watched for further clues on interest rate policy and as investors monitored developments in the Middle East.

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Clock is Ticking on New York's Non-Compete-Ban Bill

JD Supra: Mergers

While many in the antitrust community have been focused on the FTC’s proposed ban of non-competes, the states also have been active in this area. Earlier this year, the New York legislature passed a broad non-compete ban, which has been awaiting Governor Hochul’s approval for several months. Governor Hochul had expressed support for a non-compete ban applicable to workers who earn below the state median wage.

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UBS upgrades this 'core' health-care stock, sees nearly 20% upside

CNBC: Investing

The firm upgraded shares of the health-care giant to buy from neutral and raised its target price to $640 from $520.

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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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10-17-2023 Newsletter: How Much Money Should You Have Saved by 30?

OfficeHours

If you’re in your 20s, you have probably thought about saving, investing, or retirement in some way. Even though it may seem far off, it’s never too early to start seriously thinking about how much you are saving and how you can make your money work for you in an effective way that requires little time or effort on your end. At the same, it’s not too late if you are closer to 30 or older!

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Bill Snow: From Sales to Mergers and Acquisitions Expert -E149

How2Exit

b' E149: Bill Snow: From Sales to Mergers and Acquisitions Expert - Watch Here rn rn Here is what my team and I learned from this interview: (These are notes from team members, writers, sometimes AI, and even listeners who submitted what i learned loosely edited and shared here) - If it seems a bit unrefined, you're reading our notes, so. yeah. -Ron rn rn Sponsor: rn rn Reconciled provides industry-leading virtual bookkeeping and accounting services for busy business owners and entrepreneurs acr

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DAG Monaco on Cooperation and Compliance Incentives for M&A

JD Supra: Mergers

Early in October at the 2023 SCCE Compliance and Ethics Institute, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco delivered a long-anticipated speech expanding and formalizing the Department of Justice’s (DOJ’s) new Safe Harbor for mergers and acquisitions in the Foreign Corrupt Practice Act (FCPA) context.

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Deutsche Bank downgrades three solar stocks as industry demand weakens in the U.S. and Europe

CNBC: Investing

Softening demand means that investors should consider pivoting away from solar stocks, according to Deutsche Bank.

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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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10-16-2023 Newsletter: So you want to pursue a role in Private Equity?

OfficeHours

If you’re a ‘ new kid on the block ’ in the world of finance, you might have thought about what it’s really like to work on the Buyside and if all the excitement is true. People often say not to mess up an interview because it could affect your chances for more opportunities in the future. Take advantage of our October Promotion! But what if you’re just curious about how you’d do?

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David Bateman: From Failed Businesses to Successful Deal Maker & Sourcing Expert

How2Exit

b' E150: David Bateman: From Failed Businesses to Successful Deal Maker & Sourcing Expert - Watch Here rn rn Here is what my team and I learned from this interview: (These are notes from team members, writers, sometimes AI, and even listeners who submitted what i learned loosely edited and shared here) - If it seems a bit unrefined, you're reading our notes, so. yeah.

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DOJ Announces New Mergers & Acquisitions Safe Harbor Policy for Voluntary Self-Disclosures

JD Supra: Mergers

On October 4, Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco addressed the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics and announced a new Department-wide Mergers & Acquisition (M&A) Safe Harbor policy. According to the new policy, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) will presumptively decline to prosecute acquiring companies that promptly and voluntarily disclose any criminal misconduct within six months from the transaction closing date and fully remediate the misconduct within one year.

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Goldman Sachs upgrades this homebuilder stock, says it can outperform despite higher mortgage rates

CNBC: Investing

This construction company's focus on sales volume could help push the stock higher as consumer affordability remains tight, Goldman Sachs says.

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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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Why PE Investors Care About Interest Rates

OfficeHours

If you have been following the news related to interest rates, you have definitely noted a lot of hikes in the past several months as well as general uncertainty around the near-term outlook for both long and short-term rates. The current Fed interest rates are in the 5.25% – 5.50% range, unchanged from the Federal Reserve policy meeting in late September.

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China’s Nio considers tapping dealers to boost EV sales in Europe – sources

Global Banking & Finance

China’s Nio considers tapping dealers to boost EV sales in Europe – sources SHANGHAI (Reuters) -Chinese electric vehicle maker Nio is considering building a dealer network in Europe to speed up sales growth, three sources familiar with the matter said, even as China’s EVs face potential tariffs in the region.

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FFFinance Forum in the Queen City October 2023 - Life. And Finance. Move Pretty Fast

JD Supra: Mergers

Finance Forum Welcome Remarks - Good afternoon. Welcome to the Cadwalader Finance Forum. I’m Wes Misson, the Co-Chair of the Finance Group at Cadwalader.

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Buy this electrotherapy stock for more than 62% upside, RBC Capital Markets says

CNBC: Investing

This electrotherapy stock could benefit if the company moves into the patient monitoring market, the firm said.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

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?