TechCrunch: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Adobe’s $20 billion mega-bid to buy rival Figma is now officially dead, after the companies said today that regulatory pushback in Europe had caused them to put an end to the acquisition plans.

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JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Introduction - The latest EY-Parthenon Deal Barometer reveals an anticipated 12% increase in corporate mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity for the year 2024, with more than a third of CEOs actively planning to make an acquisition in the next 12 months. By: Onna Technologies, Inc.

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JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 30, 2024

Over the past several years, sponsors have increasingly relied on add-on acquisitions to increase the value of their portfolio company investments.

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APRIL 5, 2024

According to research from Harvard Business Review, the vast majority—between 70 and 90 percent—of mergers and acquisitions fail. Successful corporate transitions begin by anticipating potential challenges. By: Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig PLLC

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JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In the context of mergers and acquisitions, an acquisition target’s qualified retirement plans, health plans, executive compensation arrangements, and benefit programs (referred to collectively as “benefit programs”) can all be a source of significant liabilities.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 19, 2024

Requires parties to apply for approval from the Hawaii State Health Planning and Development Agency (“HI Agency”) and provide notice to the Hawaii Attorney General (“HI AG”) for transactions involving the acquisition of a Hawaii-regulated hospital.The parties must provide 90 days notice before closing to the HI AG. Key Takeaways -.Requires

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JUNE 18, 2024

Accounting firm mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) are blossoming due to strong recurring revenue models, a great record of organic growth over three decades, light asset investment requirements, and economic recoveries and growth worldwide following the pandemic. These factors have created the opportunity for industry consolidation.

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MAY 8, 2024

s proposed acquisition of smart TV company Vizio Inc., The deal is about data, advertising, and Amazon. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has kicked off an antitrust inquiry into Walmart Inc.’s which the companies announced in February at a value of $2.3 By: MoginRubin LLP

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JUNE 11, 2024

Department of Education (ED) finalized new regulations last year that will take effect on July 1, 2024, directly impacting mergers and acquisitions involving higher education institutions.

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JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 1, 2024

In the intricate processes of mergers and acquisitions, the focus often lands squarely on financials, asset management, and strategic alignments.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 5, 2024

The Private Target Mergers & Acquisitions Deal Points Study (“the Study”) is published on a bi-annual basis by the Market Trends Subcommittee of the ABA Business Law Section’s M&A Committee, which I am happy to serve on.

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JD Supra: Mergers

MAY 2, 2024

In this insightful episode of our Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Considerations in Mergers and Acquisitions podcast series, attorneys Paul Porretta and Christopher Stock delve into the complex world of multiemployer pension plans.

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TechCrunch: M&A

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Snowflake is buying Samooha, a startup developing a “cross-cloud” data collaboration suite, the companies announced this morning — adding to the list of big tech acquisitions leading up to the holiday season.

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JD Supra: Mergers

JUNE 5, 2024

On May 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) and the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) Antitrust Division announced a Request for Information (“RFI”) seeking information from the public to “identify serial acquisitions and roll-up strategies throughout the economy that have led to consolidation that has harmed competition.”.

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JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

3129, would grant the AG oversight over private equity and hedge fund acquisitions of health care facilities. California Attorney General (AG) Rob Bonta and Assembly Speaker Pro Tempore Jim Wood have introduced new legislation addressing private equity health care deals. The bill, A.B. By: Troutman Pepper

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JD Supra: Mergers

APRIL 5, 2024

It was a muted start to the year for the acquisition and leveraged finance market due to a challenging macroeconomic climate.

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JD Supra: Mergers

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have been common in the U.S. Within the subset of M&A that are acquisitions, buyers are bifurcated into two primary categories defined by the motivation for the acquisition: financial versus strategic.

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JD Supra: Mergers

OCTOBER 17, 2023

On October 12, 2023, the European Commission (EC) ordered Illumina to unwind its already completed acquisition of the cancer-test provider GRAIL Inc. This is the first time that the EC has ordered a reversal of an acquisition. By: WilmerHale

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JD Supra: Mergers

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The healthcare industry is no stranger to mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Over the years, consolidation has played a significant role in reshaping the healthcare landscape, driven by factors such as regulatory changes, technological advancements, and the pursuit of economies of scale. By: Ankura

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Midaxo

AUGUST 16, 2023

Retention bonuses – These bonuses are typically based on the individual’s continued employment with the company for a specified period after the acquisition is completed. Q: What do you find is the best governance model particularly with small acquisitions? What makes that model better than others?

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How2Exit

JULY 8, 2024

E229: Scaling Up: Coastline Academy's Acquisition Strategy Secrets for Entrepreneurial Success - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Nigel Tunnacliffe is the CEO of Coastline Academy, a national driving school committed to eradicating car crashes by providing high-quality driving education.

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JD Supra: Mergers

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In a December 2023 statement, the White House detailed its intention to encourage antitrust enforcers to scrutinize anticompetitive acquisitions and anticompetitive practices in health care.

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JD Supra: Mergers

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco announced a new safe harbor policy for voluntary self-disclosures made in connection with mergers and acquisitions on Wednesday. Pursuant to this new policy, the DOJ will not prosecute companies that self-report potential violations occurring within an acquisition target's business.

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JUNE 4, 2024

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice Antitrust Division (DOJ) (the Agencies) published a Request for Information (the “May 2024 RFI”) to solicit public comments to help identify sectors of the economy impacted by “serial acquisitions and roll-up strategies.”

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How2Exit

APRIL 22, 2024

b' E206: Walker's Acquisition Advantage: Buy Smarter, Win Bigger with Proven Buy Then Build Strategy - Watch Here rn rn About the Guest(s): rn Walker Deibel is an influential figure in the field of mergers and acquisitions, renowned for his bestselling book "Buy Then Build."

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Sun Acquisitions

JUNE 17, 2024

Business photo created by jannoon028 – www.freepik.com Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become powerful tools for companies aiming to expand their market presence, gain competitive advantages, or achieve synergies. Thorough Due Diligence: One of the foundational pillars of successful acquisitions is thorough due diligence.

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MARCH 21, 2024

Join us for a special cocktail reception hosted at Bricker Graydon Law to learn more about the MBA Fund I, a new equity capital fund to support business acquisitions and growth capital for minority entrepreneurs.

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MARCH 11, 2024

Acquisition also involves significant tax implications that can affect the value and structure of the deal. Therefore, it is crucial for buyers and sellers to understand the tax consequences of different types of acquisitions and plan accordingly. By: PilieroMazza PLLC

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FEBRUARY 15, 2024

A recent PitchBook article addresses this, highlighting data that shows young startups were much more likely to be the targets of acquisitions last year, a trend that looks to continue into 2024. We know 2023 was not a great year for M&A activity, but seed- and early-stage startups fared much better than their later-stage counterparts.

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

More hospital acquisitions may seek to avoid premerger scrutiny of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) under the HSR Act (or any antitrust inquiry ever) if a recent federal district court decision holds up and becomes settled law. By: Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

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MARCH 6, 2024

1 Relevant Authorities and Legislation - 1.1 What regulates M&A?

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Sun Acquisitions

JULY 8, 2024

In the realm of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), much emphasis is placed on the processes leading up to and including the acquisition itself. However, what truly sets apart successful acquisitions is not just the act of closing the deal but the ability to thrive and grow in the aftermath.

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Align Business Advisory Services

JULY 25, 2024

As the world turns its eyes to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics, Align‘s CEO, Dena Jalbert, is traveling to Paris right now to witness this always-amazing event, and it reminded us that another high-stakes competition is always underway in the business world: mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

JULY 23, 2024

Completes Acquisition of Stake in Bloxcross, Inc. JP 3E Holdings, Inc.

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

JULY 22, 2024

Canadian company expands market reach with acquisition of premier BC window and door manufacturer. Canadian company expands market reach with acquisition of premier BC window and door manufacturer.

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

JUNE 30, 2024

The Group is making strategic acquisitions of 2 companies in Scotland IACS, a CyberSecurity specialist based in Aberdeen AAA, an Aberdeen-based company specialising in Artificial Intelligence

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Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

JULY 16, 2024

Ivry-sur-Seine, France — July 16, 2024, 6:00 PM CEST Envisaged acquisition of UnieuroFnac Darty to consolidate its European leadership in specialized.

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