Mon.Mar 10, 2025

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Buy the power: Data center deals on the rise in the US

JD Supra: Mergers

The breakneck pace of growth in artificial intelligence is powering investment in the red-hot data infrastructure subsector - Data center dealmaking is ramping up across the globe as the rapid development of AI pushes up demand for supportive infrastructure. The US is expected to become the fastest-growing data center market globally, with demand growing from 25 GW in 2024 to more than 80 GW in 2030.

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Exit Planning Through an Investment Banker’s Lens

Focus Investment Banking

A successful exit hinges on three factors aligning: 1) the owner is personally ready, 2) market conditions are favorable, and 3) business performance is strong, and risks are minimal. Owners need to focus on #3 so that when #1 and #2 align, the business is ready for acquisition. Taking an honest lookwithout overvaluing your efforts, inflating past wins, or brushing off financial weak spotscan guide you toward a few adjustments that could meaningfully increase your net worth and the transaction v

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Update German Public Takeovers 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

Our Public Takeover Report provides an overview of market trends and legal developments relating to public takeovers in Germany in 2024. A quick glance at the takeover market - With six delisting offers and one mandatory offer, the German market for takeovers of listed companies (public takeovers) had a rather unspectacular start to 2024. Ultimately, there were 20 delisting offers (out of a total of 32 procedures) in 2024 - evidence of a stronger trend towards going private or at least.

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DGCL Amendments: CLC Proposes Tweaks to SB 21 & Controversy Rages On

Deal Lawyers

Last week, the Delaware Bar’s Corporation Law Council offered some proposed revisions to SB 21, the controversial proposed amendments to the DGCL that would, among other things, provide a safe harbor for certain transactions involving a corporation and its controlling stockholder.

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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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Europe Daily News, 03 March 2025

JD Supra: Mergers

COMPETITION C ommission clears acquisition of Yondr by CDPQ and DigitalBridge ( M.

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Worries about Tesla sales grow as two more analysts reiterate sell ratings

CNBC: Investing

UBS and Redburn Atlantic reiterated their sell ratings on Tesla ahead of the company's April delivery report and first-quarter results.

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Potential Tesla buyers may think twice if 'people's cars are in jeopardy of being keyed,' says analyst

CNBC: Investing

There have been reports of vandalism across the country, including repeated fires set at a Tesla dealership in Colorado, according to NBC News.

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To Control or Not to Control: SEC Issues New Guidance Impacting Schedule 13G filers

JD Supra: Mergers

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently issued a new Compliance and Disclosure Interpretation, Question 103.12 (C&DI), that may significantly impact how public companies engage with their shareholders. Released on February 11, 2025, this C&DI focuses on the eligibility criteria for reporting beneficial ownership on Schedule 13G compared to Schedule 13D.

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Big downside for bank stocks if this 'detox' period turns into recession, says Bank of America

CNBC: Investing

Based on the re-rating seen during the Covid-19 pandemic, the average bank stock covered by the firm could plunge 48%.

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No Unforced Errors Please: “For Cause” Removal Provisions Mean What They Say and Say What They Mean

JD Supra: Mergers

Not long ago, we wrote about the vital need for strict compliance with contractual options to buy or sell closely-held business equity interests. As we noted then, failure to strictly comply with any contractual conditions precedent to the exercise of a buy-sell option may result in the options total failure. By: Farrell Fritz, P.C.

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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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Truist upgrades Cracker Barrel to buy, encouraged by restaurant's turnaround efforts

CNBC: Investing

Analyst Jake Bartlett upgraded the restaurant chain to buy from hold and set a new price target on the stock that suggests 28.4% potential upside.

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Chaebols May Wabble but They Don’t Fall Down How Samsung Became 23% of South Korea’s GDP

JD Supra: Mergers

Chaebols are large, family-owned business conglomerates that play a significant role in South Korea's economy. Some of the most well-known chaebols include Samsung Group, which is the largest chaebol, known for its electronics, semiconductors, and various other industries. SK Group: A major player in energy, chemicals, and telecommunications.

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As natural gas hits new highs, EQT CEO says 'the market is screaming that we need more energy'

CNBC: Investing

The executive said that several factors will support demand for natural gas as prices of the commodity hit a 52-week high.

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Food Venture Financing News - Weekly Issue No. 226

JD Supra: Mergers

This week's featured corporate venture and private equity fund is BRF S.A. - BRF S.A., based in Brazil, is one of the largest global food companies. It has nearly 100,000 employees working out of 120 countries.

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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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Here are Monday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, Tesla, Apple, Airbnb, Cracker Barrel, Super Micro Computer & more

CNBC: Investing

Here are Monday's biggest calls on Wall Street.

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SEC Expands Accommodations for its Confidential Registration Statement Review Process, Increasing Flexibility for Issuers

JD Supra: Mergers

On March 3, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued guidance expanding its policies related to its confidential Draft Registration Statement (DRS) review process to all registration statements made under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (Securities Act) and the Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (Exchange Act).

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S&P 500 correction to deepen, 'Mag 7' names to underperform, according to Katie Stockton

CNBC: Investing

The technical analyst breaks down charts on the S&P 500 and the Magnificent 7 stocks.

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2025 Global Fund Finance Symposium: Key Trends in the Fund Finance Market

JD Supra: Mergers

Our Global Fund Finance practice recently sponsored and attended the 2025 Global Fund Finance Symposium. Hosted annually by the Fund Finance Association, these conferences bring together key players in the fund finance market, including investors, fund managers, bankers, and lawyers.

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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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A dividend ETF and a bond market play to ride out the stock turmoil and possible stagflation

CNBC: Investing

Frank Holland breaks down what traders are watching ahead of the new session.

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New CDIs related to M&A

JD Supra: Mergers

Corp Fin has just posted some new CDIs related to M&A transactions, more specifically, a revised CDI related to Form S-4 and lock-up agreements and a new group of CDIs related primarily to material changes in tender offers. The CDIs are summarized below.

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Solganick advises Kavaliro on the sale of its Salesforce consulting division to Accordion

Solganick & Co.

ORLANDO, FL., March 10, 2025 — Solganick is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive M&A advisor to Kavaliro for the sale of its Salesforce consulting division to Accordion. Kavaliro, a leader in providing innovative technology solutions, is pleased to announce the sale of its Salesforce Division to Accordion, a premier provider of business consulting services.

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FDIC Withdraws Proposed Rule on Brokered Deposits

JD Supra: Mergers

On March 3, the FDIC announced the withdrawal of its proposed rule on brokered deposits, citing concerns regarding potential disruptions to the financial sector.This move follows significant pushback from industry stakeholders who argued that the proposed changes could have unintended consequences for liquidity management and market stability.

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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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A post-earnings wipeout has created a buying opportunity in this connectivity stock, Piper Sandler says in upgrade

CNBC: Investing

The firm's new target implies huge upside for Samsara, a maker of hardware and software solutions for fleet operations, like GPS and AI-powered dash cams.

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Global Fund Finance Association Symposium Miami – Key Takeaways

JD Supra: Mergers

The 2025 Fund Finance conference in Miami convened industry leaders, innovators, and experts to explore the latest trends and challenges in the rapidly evolving world of fund finance. Set against the backdrop of Miami's vibrant beach, the conference showcased the growth and adaptability of the fund finance sector in the face of ever-evolving market dynamics.

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S&P 500 could tumble further and reach 5,300, says chart analyst Katie Stockton

CNBC: Investing

The benchmark stock market index is coming off its worst week of the year, and chart analyst Katie Stockton sees more pain ahead.

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Delaware’s Corporations Law Council Weighs In on Proposed DGCL Amendments

JD Supra: Mergers

Our Securities Litigation and Securities Groups review revisions proposed by the Delaware State Bar Associations Corporation Law Council to a Delaware bill (SB 21) that would significantly impact the states statutory protections for corporations and their directors, officers, and controlling stockholders.

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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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Blue Moon Metals Acquires the Oyen Industrial Land, Operating Aggregate Quarry, Shiploading Equipment and Adjacent Properties to Nussir, and Closes a C$5.25 Million Follow on Equity Investment by Hartree Partners

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

BLUE MOON ACQUIRES THE OYEN INDUSTRIAL LAND, OPERATING AGGREGATE QUARRY, SHIPLOADING EQUIPMENT AND CLOSES A C$5.2 MILLION FOLLOW ON EQUITY INVESTMENT.

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FCA’s Private Market Valuations Review – Good Practice but Room for Improvement

JD Supra: Mergers

On 5 March 2025, the United Kingdoms Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published the findings of its multi-firm review of valuation processes for private market assets (the Review). The Review covered a firms operating in range of private asset classes, including: venture capital, infrastructure (equity and debt), private equity and private debt.

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Where Janus Henderson sees opportunity for income in 2025

CNBC: Investing

The firm suggests looking beyond corporate bonds and Treasurys for income this year.

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Should influencer marketing be part of your game plan?

Growth Business

By Claudia Moselhi on Growth Business - Your gateway to entrepreneurial success “Should I be using influencer marketing to build awareness of my brand?” It’s a question I get asked time and time again by my clients. As a PR consultant to young, entrepreneurial brands I have a duty to tell them the truth. I will always respond with the following: yes and no.

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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?