Thu.Sep 07, 2023

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ActiveFence snaps up Spectrum Labs, last valued at $137M, to help fight the harmful content creep

TechCrunch: M&A

Misinformation, harassment, grooming and other illegal activity continue to be major issues in the worlds of content moderation and online safety, balancing big problems and illicit activity against equally important, and sometimes conflicting, needs for privacy, data protection and security online.

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Circumstances Have Changed: Is It Too Late To Say Yes?

H. Friedman Search

We’ve discussed the proper way to say no, but how and when to say yes is just as important. It becomes even more critical if you are saying yes after turning down the offer previously or if you want to re-engage in the offer discussions after saying no. Saying yes and the timing of it is crucial, so let’s dive into this. The Question & Retort Where do we start with how to say yes?

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SAP nabs German startup LeanIX to help companies modernize faster

TechCrunch: M&A

As companies look to stave off technical debt, a process of aging systems limiting a company’s ability to modernize, the first step is simply understanding the state of your architecture. SAP announced today that it is acquiring German startup LeanIX, a software service which helps companies map out their architecture.

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Withholding Taxes: Deferred Comp and Services Overseas

JD Supra: Mergers

Approaching Year End- Which holiday do you dread the most? For me, it has always been, and likely will always be, Labor Day. Of course, with each passing year, anything that I describe as “always” is less meaningful than it was the year before, at least to the extent it relates to me. That said, there is something about entering the final “stretch” of the year that makes me more anxious than usual.

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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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Wells Fargo upgrades McDonald's, says fast food giant is 'firing on all cylinders'

CNBC: Investing

The firm upgraded shares to overweight from equal weight.

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What the New Federal Merger Guidelines Mean for Companies Pursuing Deals

JD Supra: Mergers

In July, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice (DOJ) released a draft of proposed new merger guidelines, 18 months after FTC Chair Lina Khan and Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter announced plans to “modernize” the agencies’ approach to merger enforcement.

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Antitrust: Will the FTC & DOJ’s Failed Attacks on Vertical Deals Spark a Merger Wave?

Deal Lawyers

We’ve blogged quite a bit about the FTC & DOJ’s aggressive approach to merger enforcement and the agencies’ willingness to adopt novel theories in litigation. That combination has led to several high-profile losses in federal court, but it’s been suggested that “winning by losing” is part of the strategy.

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Post-Merger and Post-COVID Success in Tech Firms

Beyond M&A

Over the past couple years, our work in tech due diligence has given us a unique vantage point. We’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand how various firms have responded, survived, and innovated through some of the most challenging times. Merging tech companies, the dreaded post-merger stage, often presents a host of difficulties, as does navigating a business during a global pandemic.

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Hedge fund investor Dan Niles says Apple is now his largest single stock short

CNBC: Investing

Niles broke down several reasons for his move, including the risk stemming from China's potential ban.

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Tourmaline undergoes hiring surge as part of European expansion

The TRADE

Outsourced trading solutions firm, Tourmaline Partners, has hired three new seasoned financial markets executives as managing directors to help strengthen its global trading capabilities, The TRADE can reveal. With the additions of Simon Bradley, James Williams and James Kirk the firm is set to continue its expansion across Europe. The three incoming professionals are London-based and hold long track records of success and leadership across global equities trading.

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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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Tech stocks are likely overvalued and will run out of steam by year-end, Aswath Damodaran says

CNBC: Investing

Tech stocks will have a hard time keeping up their gains even if Wall Street remains strong for the rest of 2023, according to Aswath Damodaran.

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Philanthropic Giving Plays Central Role in Comprehensive Wealth Management Approach

Global Banking & Finance

Philanthropic Giving Plays Central Role in Comprehensive Wealth Management Approach A look at potential giving vehicles for individuals By Kevin McGrath In 2021, the Giving USA Foundation released its latest findings surrounding philanthropic contributions. Clearly illustrating that individuals are still the largest source of contributions, the report’s findings indicated that individuals gave more than $326.

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Buy this underperforming auto repair stock that can jump more than 20%, Wells Fargo says

CNBC: Investing

The firm initiated coverage of the stock as overweight.

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Selling on Amazon in 2023

Global Banking & Finance

Selling on Amazon in 2023 Introduction In recent years, selling on Amazon has become a lucrative endeavor for individuals and businesses alike. With the rise of e-commerce and changing consumer behaviors, Amazon has established itself as a dominant platform for online shopping.

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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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The company with the ticker 'AI' doesn't appear to be benefiting from AI boom, Bank of America says

CNBC: Investing

The firm's price target implies shares can fall more than 40%.

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Bloomberg expands Terminal to make alternative data accessible alongside traditional financial data

The TRADE

Bloomberg has introduced a new alternative data function on the Bloomberg Terminal, which will allow customers to gain an early read on company performance alongside traditional fundamental data. Named ALTD <GO>, the new function will support equity analysts and portfolio managers with intra-quarter insights which can be incorporated into research workflows, paired with consensus estimates, company news, research and guidance – ahead of earnings announcements.

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Here are Thursday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, Meta, Apple, Netflix, Roku, McDonald's, Micron & more

CNBC: Investing

Here are Thursday's biggest calls on Wall Street.

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Daily Mail owner looks to Middle Eastern backers over Telegraph bid

The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions

Lord Rothermere is second potential suitor to turn to oil-rich region for financial support The owner of the Daily Mail has tapped Middle Eastern investors about potentially backing his bid for the Telegraph, the second prospective suitor known to have turned to the oil-rich region for financial support in a forthcoming auction of the leading Conservative newspaper.

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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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Higher valuation leaves 'less margin of error' for this streaming stock, Loop Capital says

CNBC: Investing

The firm moved its rating to hold from buy.

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Head of Luxury Goods Maker Kering Buys Majority Stake in Talent Agency CAA

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

The deal for Creative Artists Agency by François-Henri Pinault’s family office reflects the growing convergence of celebrities and fashion.

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Europe is the ‘land of equity yield.’ These funds can give U.S. investors a slice of the payouts

CNBC: Investing

A combination of growing net buybacks and solid dividends is boosting the yield profile of European stocks, according to Morgan Stanley.

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Tips to optimize your drive-thru

Cisco: M&A

Would you wait 5 minutes in a drive-thru line? How about 10 minutes? Speed is imperative for drive-thrus, especially when there’s a long line.

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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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JPMorgan says interest in solar energy for homes remains high so buy these stocks for the long term

CNBC: Investing

The firm has some favorite plays for long-term investors.

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What I learned during last year’s World Cleanup Day and why you should participate too

Cisco: M&A

At Cisco, we believe in powering an inclusive future for all by bringing communities together and creating meaningful change for everyone, including our planet.

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This major bank's stock can rally 25% as dealmaking and consumer banking improve, HSBC says

CNBC: Investing

The firm initiated coverage of the stock at a buy.

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Stoplight Accelerates SmartBear APIs, M&A

The Deal

With the acquisition of Stoplight Inc. , SmartBear Software Inc. builds on its portfolio of technology for application programming interfaces, or APIs, a critical part of software development that lets applications talk to each other. “Most companies kind of woke up one day and realized we have a whole lot of APIs that are all over the place,” SmartBear CEO Frank Roe said in an interview following the Aug. 22 purchase. “How are we going to manage them?

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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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AI could be biggest growth opportunity for data center stocks since the cloud, says Bank of America. Two picks to play it

CNBC: Investing

Buy these two data center stocks to play the influence of artificial intelligence in the sector, according to Bank of America.

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Bain Capital Private Equity to acquire industrial process firm Harrington

PE Hub

Harrington will continue to operate as a standalone company and be led by its current management team. The post Bain Capital Private Equity to acquire industrial process firm Harrington appeared first on PE Hub.

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Income investors go back to school. These munis offer an opportunity as property values rise

CNBC: Investing

Local general obligation munis have an historically attractive yield right now, said Schwab fixed income strategist Cooper Howard.

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Cisco and F5 Innovations Power Enhanced Application Performance in a Hybrid, Multi-cloud World

Cisco: M&A

Hybrid multi-cloud has become the reality when it comes to delivering applications, software, infrastructure, security, and other key networking capabilities at scale.

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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?