Thu.Jan 09, 2025

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Record $5.6 Million Penalty for 'Gun-Jumping' Violation

JD Supra: Mergers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a record $5.6 million civil penalty to settle allegations that three crude oil producers engaged in gun-jumping activities that violated the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act.

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Gold is poised for a new bullish phase, according to the charts. Here are the levels to watch

CNBC: Investing

David Keller breaks down the charts in the SPDR Gold Shares and Kinross.

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Europe Daily News, 08 January 2025

JD Supra: Mergers

COMPETITION - Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.11791 - HIG Capital / Thoma Bravo / Certain Comptia Assets) - Commission clears creation of joint venture by STRABAG and Becker (M.11790) - Midday Express.

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Watch these stocks that could capitalize on a private market boom

CNBC: Investing

Investors are hoping to tap into a growing trend in financial services the migration of capital into private markets from public.

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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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ISS Issues Updated FAQs on US Executive Compensation Policies for 2025

JD Supra: Mergers

On December 13, 2024, Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) issued updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) related to its U.S. Executive Compensation Policieseffective for shareholder meetings occurring on or after February 1, 2025. Notable updates are summarized below.

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Generating income using a 'buy-write' options strategy on a tech stock with improving prospects

CNBC: Investing

Mike Khouw reviews a "buy-write" strategy on TD Synnex.

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Here are Thursday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, Apple, Costco, Amazon, Dell, Alphabet & more

CNBC: Investing

Here are Thursday's biggest calls on Wall Street.

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Prep Pitch and Connect at the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference

JD Supra: Mergers

As the healthcare and life sciences industry gears up for the highly anticipated JP Morgan Healthcare Conference later this month, stakeholders across the sector are focusing on key trends and strategies to make the most of this unparalleled networking and deal-making event. To help attendees make the most of the 2025 conference and related events, Morgan Lewis recently hosted its second annual Pre-JPM Conference Networking Event featuring a panel discussion of industry leaders, who offered.

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Del. Chancery Confirms High Bar to Prove Liquidity-Driven Conflict of a Controller

Deal Lawyers

In June 2022, John blogged about the Delaware Chancerys decision in Manti Holdings v. The Carlyle Group (Del. Ch.; 6/22) to deny a motion to dismiss allegations of liquidity conflicts.

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Europe Daily News, 09 January 2025

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COMPETITION - Competition law and distribution deals: The exclusive distributor must be protected against active sales in its territory by all the suppliers other buyers (See CPR N 3/2025 - Opinion of the Advocate General in the Case C-581/23, Beevers Kaas).

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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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Start 2025 with solid yields on cash at these banks

CNBC: Investing

The uncertainty of the Federal Reserve's rate cut path has a silver lining: attractive yields on savings.

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Delaware Law Alert: Avoiding Ambiguities in M&A Disclosure Schedules

JD Supra: Mergers

A notable Delaware Chancery Court opinion offers important insights for M&A deal parties into how courts interpret disclosure schedules. In Aldrich Capital Partners Fund, LP v. Bray, the stock purchase agreement and the disclosure schedules had contradictory provisions on the treatment of items listed in the disclosure schedules.

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These stocks are safe places to hide as market turbulence rattles Wall Street

CNBC: Investing

It's been a bumpy ride for the market lately, but some stocks may serve as a haven for investors amid the heightened volatility.

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Optimizing the Value of a GP Advisory Board for Private Equity Funds

JD Supra: Mergers

Launching a private equity fund is an exciting yet daunting endeavor; and a General Partner (GP) Advisory Board can be a critical asset in navigating the complexities. Thoughtfully designing and engaging a GP Advisory Board strengthens a private equity firms capabilities by adding external expertise to the firms internal resources.

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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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Powering Resilient Communities

Cisco: M&A

In 2024, opportunity, disruption, and innovation intersected and accelerated at a previously unimagined pace.

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Key Takeaways for Life Sciences Companies Considering a 2025 IPO

JD Supra: Mergers

The outlook for life sciences IPOs is showing renewed optimism heading into 2025, with market conditions becoming more constructive and regulatory environments potentially more favorable.

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Right-sizing artificial intelligence: The overlooked key to more sustainable technology

Cisco: M&A

As artificial intelligence (AI) moves from the hypothetical to the real world of practical applications, its becoming clear that bigger is not always better. Check in with Aleksandra Przegaliska and Denise Lee to learn more.

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3 Steps to Protect Highly Sensitive Assets in an M&A Deal

JD Supra: Mergers

Due diligence is a necessary part of any M&A transaction. This process can be an exhaustive deep dive into the target companys history. In some cases, the buyer wants to assure itself of certain highly confidential and sensitive aspects of the targets operations and assets. We most commonly see this arise in relation to proprietary software and source code, customer lists, executive compensation, and the risks become most acute where the buyer and target are competitors.

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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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BNY appoints new head of fixed income and equities product for EMEA

The TRADE

Aviad Axelrod has been named head of fixed income and equities (FIEQ) product for EMEA at BNY within the Global Markets Trading business, effective as of 6 January. He most recently served in an algorithmic trading and execution services role at Stifel Financial. London-based Axelrod will report to both John Goodheart,global head of FIEQ product and Bianca Gould, head of fixed income and equities EMEA at BNY.

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A Primer on the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS)

JD Supra: Mergers

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS or the Committee) is an interagency body of the U.S. government that plays a critical role in safeguarding national security by reviewing foreign investments in U.S. businesses and assets. Established in 1975 through an Executive Order issued by President Gerald Ford, CFIUS initially served as an advisory committee to monitor and evaluate the impact of foreign investments on the U.S. economy.

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CECO Environmental Announces Closing of Acquisition of Profire Energy

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Advances CECOs Position as the Leading Environmental Solutions Provider in Industrial Markets Advances CECOs Position as the Leading Environmental Solutions Provider in Industrial Markets

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Our ‘Goldilocks’ Economy & What’s Coming Next: An Update with Nasdaq

JD Supra: Mergers

A recession averted, inflation rates stabilizing, and low unemploymentall indicators suggest the economy is in solid shape. But there are threats on the horizon. With the highly charged election behind us and a new administration set to take office in 2025, businesses are shifting their focus to emerging concerns. Topics like tariffs, taxes, and the potential impact of upcoming policy changes on the economy and business landscape are now top of mind.

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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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Optiver, XTX Markets among consortium to back launch of Brazilian derivatives exchange A5X

The TRADE

Optiver, IMC Trading, Jump Trading Group, XTX Markets and ABN AMRO Clearing Bank have invested in A5X, a new Brazilian derivatives exchange which is set to begin operations by 2026. The Series B strategic investment follows a previous funding round and will specifically fund the investment in talent and technology necessary for A5Xs launch. The five latest investors, as well as contributing capital, are set to share their joint knowledge in the creation and evolution of other stock exchanges g

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Client Alert: SBA Final Rule Expected to Spur Increased Small Government Contractor M&A Activity In 2025

JD Supra: Mergers

On December 17, 2024, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued a Final Rule (Rule") that will dramatically change the landscape for the Merger and Acquisition (M&A) market for both large and small businesses. Under the new Rule, an acquiring firm will no longer be eligible to bid on set-aside or reserved orders under a Multiple Award Contract (MAC) if, following a merger, acquisition, or sale, the acquired firm makes a disqualifying recertification (no longer small).

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Winterflood Securities joins OptimX liquidity provider pool

The TRADE

Winterflood Securities has become the latest liquidity provider to join OptimX Markets growing sell-side network. The liquidity provider will now be able to access institutional buy-side trading desks in the European markets directly via OptimXs platform. Winterflood is delighted to be working with OptimX, Scott Lesser, head of trading solutions, Winterflood Securities, told The TRADE.

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The Life Sciences Report – January 2025

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This latest edition features an interview with retiring longtime Wilson Sonsini IP partner Vern Norviel and articles on MedTech and pharma trends for 2025, the eligibility of life sciences companies for qualified small business stock, what life sciences companies need to know about brands, double-patenting jeopardy, and life sciences venture financings for clients across 2H 2023 and 1H 2024.

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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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Poolbeg Pharma plc (“Poolbeg”) and HOOKIPA Pharma Inc. (“HOOKIPA”) Update on Potential Combination of Poolbeg and HOOKIPA

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION IN WHOLE OR IN PART IN, INTO OR FROM ANY JURISDICTION WHERE TO DO SO WOULD CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF THE RELEVANT LAWS OR REGULATIONS OF THAT JURISDICTION.

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Key Takeaways from CES 2025: Innovations in Semiconductors, IoT, and Autonomous Driving

Woodside Capital Partners

Palo Alto January 9, 2025 The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 has once again proven to be a hotbed of innovation and technological advancements. The. The post Key Takeaways from CES 2025: Innovations in Semiconductors, IoT, and Autonomous Driving appeared first on Woodside Capital Partners.

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Berlin Packaging Completes the Acquisition of Rixius AG

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Berlin Packaging has completed the acquisition of Rixius AG.

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WCP’s Semiconductor Snapshot for December 2024

Woodside Capital Partners

Palo Alto January 9, 2025 Woodside Capital Partners (WCP) is pleased to release our December 2024 Semiconductor Snapshot, authored by Managing Partner Rudy Burger, by. The post WCP’s Semiconductor Snapshot for December 2024 appeared first on Woodside Capital Partners.

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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?