Global Banking & Finance

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

(Reuters) -French IT firm Atos on Monday entered negotiations with the government for the potential acquisition of its advanced computing activities for an enterprise value of 500 million euros ($524 million). The target is to have a share purchase agreement signed by May 31, 2025, it said in a press release.

Government 40

Government IT Negotiation Shares 40

The Harvard Law School Forum

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ); Will Corporations Deliver Value to All Stakeholders? This post is based on their forthcoming essay, “How Twitter Pushed its Stakeholders under the Bus.”

IT 106

IT Corporation Negotiation Government 106

Shearman & Sterling

APRIL 1, 2024

On February 29, 2024, Chancellor Kathaleen St.

Mergers 52

Mergers Negotiation Mergers and Acquisitions Government 52

Shearman & Sterling

APRIL 1, 2024

On February 29, 2024, Chancellor Kathaleen St.

Mergers 52

Mergers Negotiation Mergers and Acquisitions Government 52

IBG

AUGUST 21, 2023

A powerful tool in negotiating a business’s purchase price, an earnout can bridge the gap between the amount that a buyer is willing to pay and the seller is willing to accept. Negotiations often result in a compromise, such as gross profit. The post Earnouts: Bridging the Gap in Price Negotiation appeared first on IBG Business.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Profitability Business Sale 52

How2Exit

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

There are a number of organizations and programs that exist to support SMBs, including business associations, government agencies, and financial institutions. It is also important to be proactive and persistent in the negotiation process. Negotiating with empathy is an important part of successful negotiation.

Business 130

Business Negotiation DCF Acquisitions 130

TechCrunch: M&A

JULY 26, 2023

Sources tell TechCrunch that CrowdStrike is in advanced negotiations to acquire Bionic.AI — a security posture management platform for cloud services — for between $200 million and $300 million. It sounds like another M&A deal is about to go down in the world of cybersecurity.

M&A 173

M&A Securities Architecture Funds 173

Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 3, 2024

oil major Exxon Mobil and partners are continuing to negotiate with Guyana’s government on the terms for developing a shallow-water oil block, an Exxon spokesperson said on Monday. HOUSTON (Reuters) – U.S. The […]

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Government Business 52

Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 5, 2024

By Bertrand Boucey and Sudip Kar-Gupta PARIS (Reuters) -French Prime Minister Michel Barnier will resign on Thursday after far-right and leftist lawmakers voted to topple his government, plunging the euro zone’s second-largest economy deeper into political crisis.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Government 52

How2Exit

MARCH 1, 2023

Joel believes that a lot of the stuff that people uncover during the negotiation process should have been known before the negotiations process. It requires a great deal of research, negotiation, and paperwork. Attorneys should also be familiar with the laws and regulations that govern the transaction.

M&A 130

M&A Business Mergers and Acquisitions Negotiation 130

Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 8, 2024

However, navigating the complexities of M&A requires strategic insight, careful negotiation, and a deep understanding of the business landscape. This insight guides decision-making and forms the foundation for negotiations.

Mergers and Acquisitions 59

Mergers and Acquisitions Broker Mergers Business 59

The Harvard Law School Forum

MARCH 23, 2023

Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Are M&A Contract Clauses Value Relevant to Bidder and Target Shareholders? We do this by comparing the degree of tailoring in “leaked” deals—those where information about the deal negotiations became public prior to signing—to the degree of tailoring in all other deals.

M&A 88

M&A Mergers Negotiation Corporation 88

The M&A Lawyer

AUGUST 25, 2015

The principal agreement governing such a transaction is typically a Stock Purchase Agreement (SPA), sometimes styled a Securities Purchase Agreement or simply a Purchase Agreement. Occasionally, a buyer may be able to negotiate for a requirement that it will have satisfactorily completed its due diligence examination of the target, too.

Stock 130

Stock M&A Government Mergers and Acquisitions 130

The Harvard Law School Forum

JULY 3, 2023

Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Independent Directors and Controlling Shareholders (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian Bebchuk and Assaf Hamdani. Jacobsen, and Taylor Jaszewski and is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here.

Acquisitions 90

Acquisitions Corporation Negotiation Government 90

Lake Country Advisors

JULY 25, 2024

Seek insight into its governance structure, operational rules, and historical decision-making processes. Final Steps and Decision Making The final steps in the due diligence process involve summarizing findings, negotiating terms, and preparing for the transition post-acquisition. Negotiate the terms and conditions.

Business 104

Business Mergers and Acquisitions Negotiation Risk Assessment 104

Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Negotiation Skills Negotiation is an art in itself. Be prepared to negotiate favorable terms to your side while ensuring a mutually beneficial outcome. Good negotiation skills can save you money and reduce post-acquisition conflicts. Hire experts if necessary and leave no stone unturned in your investigation.

Finance 59

Finance Finance Acquisitions Business 59

Global Banking & Finance

OCTOBER 8, 2024

CAPE TOWN (Reuters) – Norway’s Equinor remains committed to a $42 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Tanzania that has stalled after proposed government changes to a financial agreement reached last year, a senior company executive said on Tuesday.

Negotiation 40

Negotiation Government 40

Global Banking & Finance

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Stalled talks resume on EU’s AI Act, biometric surveillance targeted By Foo Yun Chee, Martin Coulter and Supantha Mukherjee BRUSSELS/LONDON/STOCKHOLM (Reuters) -A third day of negotiations on Friday over landmark European Union rules governing the use of artificial intelligence will focus on military and security applications, with governments (..)

Negotiation 40

Negotiation Government Securities 40

OfficeHours

AUGUST 25, 2023

Following the GFC, the government enacted new regulations that limited banks’ abilities to underwrite highly leveraged financing. Think about it this way: It is easier to negotiate bespoke partners via bilateral negotiation with a single partner than with tens of investors via a syndicate of investment banking middlemen.

Private Equity 130

Private Equity Equities Debt Finance 130

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Charlie, Tim, and the entire team’s ability to help us understand and navigate the transaction process and negotiate the best possible deal was critical in getting the right deal with the right partner,” Tim Miller, President & CEO of Freestate, stated. “The CCA team was instrumental in helping us achieve this milestone for Freestate.

Corporation 98

Corporation Investment Banking Healthcare Advisory 98

The Deal

JANUARY 24, 2024

The idea here is that the activist comes in with a thesis and has good ideas, and they also talk to consultants and can, as part of their negotiations with the company, suggest, ‘If you don’t believe us, and want to learn more about our ideas, let’s just ask a consultant,’” Bieber said.

Consulting 72

Consulting Investment Corporation Investors 72

Midaxo

APRIL 25, 2023

How to outline the process for negotiating deal terms and determining valuation? It provides a strategic roadmap for identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and integrating potential M&A transactions. Evaluate the target’s corporate governance structure and practices. How to develop an acquisition strategy?

M&A 130

M&A Consulting Mergers and Acquisitions Valuation 130

Growth Business

MAY 13, 2024

It takes a long time to develop trust from both sides and to negotiate a mutually profitable deal. The art of navigation: negotiation Once you have private equity interest, the art of negotiation determines the smoothness of your journey towards exit. The following post-offer due diligence process will be meticulous.

Private Equity 86

Private Equity Equities Business Negotiation 86

How2Exit

MAY 8, 2023

Once the evaluation is complete, the buyer and seller must then negotiate the terms of the transaction. This negotiation process can be complex and may involve the use of lawyers, accountants, and other professionals. Once the due diligence is complete, the buyer and seller must then negotiate the purchase price.

Mergers and Acquisitions 130

Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers Profitability Business 130

The Harvard Law School Forum

AUGUST 5, 2023

The short answer: no. The longer answer: The court concluded that such a vote, often called “ Corwin cleansing,” does not apply to post-closing claims for injunctive relief.

M&A 68

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Negotiation Mergers 68

How2Exit

MAY 15, 2023

His advisory practice helps them through catalytic, transformational, and strategic events, such as mergers and acquisitions, governance issues, capital raising, and disputes. Concept 10: Negotiate Beyond Money When looking at deals, it is important to understand the customer base and the potential for growth.

M&A 130

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Private Equity Business 130

The M&A Lawyer

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Each document in our M&A forms database is available for purchase in Microsoft Word format and reflects what is, in my opinion, a reasonable starting point for drafting and negotiation. That is not to say that each document is ideally suited to every circumstance or to your specific transaction. Reflects agent-friendly provisions.

M&A 130

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Sale Bulge Bracket 130

Periculum Capital

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Periculum ran a global search as part of the customized sell-side process and successfully led Mi-Tech through a complicated, multi-pronged federal government approval process. From the time of signing the equity purchase agreement, the federal government review process took nearly 11 months. GTP”), the U.S.

Sale 52

Sale IT Government M&A 52

How2Exit

MAY 16, 2023

This strategy involves identifying potential acquirers, negotiating the deal, and closing the transaction. The SBA is a government agency that provides loans to small businesses to help them purchase or expand. Marty has helped businesses grow through acquisitions by helping them execute a growth through acquisition strategy.

M&A 130

M&A Acquisitions Broker Mergers and Acquisitions 130

Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Here are just some of them: Security & Stability Selling a manufacturing business provides long-term security and stability for both parties involved — as long as all details are correctly negotiated beforehand.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Business Negotiation Sale 52

Growth Business

JULY 17, 2024

Valuation and Negotiation: The valuation of the business and terms of equity investment are critical in negotiations to ensure fair terms for both parties. Government grants for UK businesses are always being updated. Long-term Capital: Compared to some other sources, equity finance can often provide longer term support.

Funds 75

Funds Business Finance Finance 75

The Deal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

and this subject material was not covered when I was in grad school, and I thought the topic goes over a lot of ground, including negotiation, business law, corporate finance, corporate governance and many ESG topics, and I pitched it to a couple schools in the Washington, D.C., “I have an M.B.A., law and M.B.A. law and M.B.A.

Corporation 59

Corporation Government Corporate Finance Investment 59

Sun Acquisitions

AUGUST 16, 2024

From negotiating deal terms to conducting due diligence and securing regulatory approvals, the legal aspects of M&A play a crucial role in the success or failure of the transaction. Regulatory Compliance: M&A transactions often require regulatory approvals from government agencies, industry regulators, or antitrust authorities.

M&A 59

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Negotiation Collaboration 59

Sidley Shareholder Litigation

MAY 23, 2023

The court’s decision, at least for now, will have immediate significance for company boards and their advisors when negotiating transactions or stockholder agreements that include measures that may be characterized as defensive or entrenching existing management or directors. Mesa Petroleum Co.

Negotiation 40

Negotiation Government Corporation Management 40

The M&A Lawyer

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Interestingly, while M&A lawyers often get fairly animated in negotiating whether to include the word “prospects” in the MAE definition, they do not similarly struggle with inclusion of the “could reasonably be expected to have” language, which should be viewed by a court as having the same effect.

M&A 130

M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Negotiation IT 130

How2Exit

MARCH 21, 2023

This includes researching the laws and regulations that govern the industry, as well as the tax implications of the purchase. Once the buyer has created a business plan, they should negotiate with the seller. This includes negotiating the purchase price, the terms of the deal, and the payment structure.

Business 130

Business Accountant Book-building Negotiation 130

Focus Investment Banking

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Having a clear and comprehensive LOI can help prevent misunderstandings, streamline the negotiation process and lay a strong foundation for a successful transaction. A well-crafted LOI is an essential step in the M&A process that helps establish a clear framework for negotiations and due diligence.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation M&A Private Equity Risk Management 52