Wed.May 07, 2025

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Delaware Chancery Court Enforces Specific Performance and Forces Merger to Close

JD Supra: Mergers

A recent decision of the Delaware Court of Chancery reinforces the importance of deal certainty, particularly when it comes to efforts-based covenants in merger agreements. In Desktop Metal Inc. v. Nano Dimension Ltd., the Court considered whether a buyer breached its obligations by not diligently pursuing regulatory approvals.

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Building Success Through OEM Certifications & Dealer Partnerships with Bryan Thompson

Focus Investment Banking

Building Success Through OEM Certifications & Dealer Partnerships with Bryan Thompson On this weeks episode, Cole Strandberg chats with Bryan Thompson , President and CEO of Beverly Coachcraft , an elite, OEM-certified collision center based in Los Angeles. Beverly Coachcraft is a go-to destination for high-end vehicle repair, with certifications from brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, and more.

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Navigating Compliance: Competition Law and Foreign Investment Reviews Amid Tariffs and Trade Tension

JD Supra: Mergers

The current economic climate has the potential to reshape traditional norms and patterns for regulatory reviews under the Competition Act and the Investment Canada Act (ICA).

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Goldman and Bank of America see 30%-plus upside for this under-the-radar AI play

CNBC: Investing

Arista Networks could rally 30% from here as it continues to benefit from rising AI and cloud demand.

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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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SEC Continues Renewal Project for Registered Capital Raises - Expanding Use of Draft Filings May Counter Abandonment of Public Securities Market

JD Supra: Mergers

More than a decade has passed since the enactment of the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act, which encouraged small-company capital formation through a reduction in costly regulatory burdens on SEC registrants. In response to the JOBS Act, the SEC streamlined the capital formation process for emerging growth companies by, among other things, making available to certain issuers the option to submit draft registration statements to the SEC for a confidential, nonpublic staff review..

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Del. Chancery Rejects Claim that 46% Stockholder is a Controller

Deal Lawyers

Earlier this week, in Frank v. Mullen and B. Riley Financial, (Del. Ch.; 5/25), the Chancery Court rejected allegations that B. Riley, a minority stockholder of National Holdings Corporation, was a controlling stockholder and that its acquisition of the company should be evaluated under the entire fairness standard.

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Cash still has attractive yields — and it's been a better portfolio diversifier than bonds, Morningstar finds

CNBC: Investing

Cash assets have had the lowest correlation with stocks in recent years, according to a Morningstar report. Investors can still grab yields of around 4%.

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Delaware Enacts Corporate Law Amendments Establishing Safe Harbor Protections for Conflicted Transactions and Clarifying Stockholder Inspection Rights

JD Supra: Mergers

In late March 2025, the Delaware General Assembly enacted, and Governor Matt Meyer signed, bipartisan legislation making significant amendments to the Delaware General Corporation Law (DGCL).

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Buy this casino stock as it breaks into the Middle East market, Bank of America says

CNBC: Investing

The bank upgraded shares of the casino operator to a buy rating from neutral.

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Client Alert: SBA Issues SOP 50 10 8: Key Changes Impacting SBA 7(a) Lending

JD Supra: Mergers

On April 22, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) released Information Notice 5000-866746, announcing the issuance of SOP 50 10 8 (SOP) (found here), which introduces significant changes to the SBA 7(a) loan program. Effective June 1, 2025, these revisions largely reinstate pre-2021 underwriting criteria by adjusting loan size limits, clarifying eligibility requirements, and restoring several longstanding SBA policies.

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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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Stella-Jones Grows Into Electrical Transmission Steel Structures With the Acquisition of Locweld

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Company delivering on its strategy to expand infrastructure offering Company delivering on its strategy to expand infrastructure offering

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Blue Ridge Associates buys Qualified Retirement Plan Services

JD Supra: Mergers

Blue Ridge Associates announced today that it has acquired Qualified Retirement Plan Services, Inc. (QRPS) based in Raleigh, North Carolina. By: Ary Rosenbaum - The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C.

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Josh Brown on Google losing its 'money printing machine' and why he's 'forever' long Berkshire

CNBC: Investing

Brown talked about names such as Berkshire Hathaway, Disney and Reddit.

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Managing Transactional Risk in 2025: Our Strategy Guide

JD Supra: Mergers

In Q4 2024, the private equity deal landscape experienced a resurgence, largely driven by the Federal Reserves monetary easing policies, which fostered a favorable financing environment. According to EYs Private Equity US Market Insights and Trends, deal values surged by 26% and volume by 24% compared to 2023. In addition, the average debt/EBITDA ratio in deals rose to 5.2, up from 4.9 in 2023.

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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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AMD delivered earnings that topped expectations, leading to a Bank of America upgrade

CNBC: Investing

Advanced Micro Devices first-quarter results had enough for both bull and bears on the Street to gnaw at going forward.

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How to Prepare for a Due Diligence Audit Before Selling Your Business

Lake Country Advisors

Selling a business can mark both an end and a fresh start. Preparing thoroughly for a due diligence audit highlights your company’s strengths, manages risks, and helps you secure a fair market value. This process verifies financial, operational, and legal facets so potential buyers feel confident in your opportunity. Although it can be demanding, careful preparation helps protect your equity and streamlines the sales process.

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Thursday’s big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session

CNBC: Investing

Stocks closed higher on Wednesday in volatile trading after the Fed called out rising uncertainty and stagflation risk. Here's what's on CNBC's radar Thursday.

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Financial Report 2024

European Investment Bank

In 2024, the Banks lending signatures amounted to 76.6 billion. This report includes the 2024 financial statements and audit reports for the EIB and the EIB Group.

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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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This mouse and keyboard maker is a buy thanks to strong Generation Alpha gaming trends, UBS says

CNBC: Investing

UBS pointed to rising gamification in Generation Alpha as a main catalyst driving Logitech going forward.

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TerrAscend Closes on Ohio Dispensary Acquisition

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Transaction marks the Companys entry into its sixth U.S. state Acquisition is expected to be immediately accretive on an EBITDA and cashflow basis.

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Tesla may be forming a double-top pattern. How to trade it from here

CNBC: Investing

Despite strong profitability and growth metrics, TSLA's sky-high valuation presents substantial downside risk.

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Asset Entities to Merge with Strive Asset Management to Form the First Publicly Traded Asset Management Bitcoin Treasury Company

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

The combined company will focus over time on maximizing Bitcoin exposure per share and seek to outperform Bitcoin over the long run and maximize value for common equity shareholders.

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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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Disney’s beat-and-raise quarter has analysts upbeat about further gains

CNBC: Investing

The company posted fiscal second-quarter earnings and revenue that exceeded consensus estimates, driven by an unexpected uptick in streaming subscribers.

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Cisco Study Reveals Alarming Deficiencies in European Cybersecurity Readiness

Cisco: M&A

AI is reshaping the world, introducing cyber risks of a magnitude never before encountered. Ciscos report highlights the critical gaps in Europe's security readiness in the AI era.

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McDonald's is on the verge of a bullish breakout, according to the charts

CNBC: Investing

MCD has formed a potential bullish cup-and-handle.

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Fed Chair Says Next Moves Are ‘Not at all Clear’

The New York Times: Banking

The Federal Reserve announced that it would leave interest rates unchanged for a third meeting in a row on Wednesday.

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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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These stocks' recent earnings show they can ride out the tariff storm, says Wolfe Research

CNBC: Investing

Specifically, the firm screened for stocks that have surpassed Wall Street estimates on the top and bottom line for two-straight quarters.

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Estimating the impact of climate change on European healthcare

European Investment Bank

To help tackle a funding shortage in healthcare, the European Investment Bank developed a tool that quantifies how climate change is influencing peoples health. The tool calculates how problems such as heatwaves or flood increase the need for healthcare services. This work will help us prioritise climate action investments.

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Lottery.com Expands Its Global Footprint in Live Entertainment with $10M Acquisition of Concerts.com and TicketStub.com

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

The Future of Ticketing, Streaming, and Events Live Now and Ready to Scale The Future of Ticketing, Streaming, and Events Live Now and Ready to Scale

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How Razorpay Helped Cashify Turn Browsers into Buyers

Razorpay

Were simplifying the way India sells old phones. Mandeep Manocha, Co-Founder & CEO, Cashify Turning Used into Useful Think back to your last phone upgrade. The excitement of unboxing the new device, the glossy finish, the speed. But then comes the inevitable question: What do I do with the old one? Toss it in a drawer? Try your luck on a classifieds site?

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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?