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Opportunities for IPOs in India’s Capital Markets

JD Supra: Mergers

Indias capital markets have experienced a significant surge in initial public offering (IPO) activity in 2024, positioning the country as a global leader in public offerings. With 327 IPOs raising approximately USD19.9 billion accounting for nearly 30 percent of global IPO listings India has surpassed major markets such as the US, Canada, and Europe, and has overtaken Hong Kong as the worlds fourth-largest stock market.

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Someone Wants to Buy My Company | PCE Investment Bankers

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Someone approached you about buying your business. Learn how to assess the offer, understand your companys value, and explore your options.

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How Changes in US Manufacturing Will Impact the M&A Landscape

Focus Investment Banking

How Changes in US Manufacturing Will Impact the M&A Landscape A resurgence of American manufacturing is well underway as President Trump marked the first 100 days of his second presidency with sweeping policy changes. While much of the discussion has centered on the effects of his tariffs, the administrations promise of business-friendly policies and tax incentives are already yielding significant new investments in US manufacturing.

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

CNBC: Investing

The S&P 500 rose for a fourth session on Thursday, lifted by soft inflation data and falling Treasury yields. Here's what's on CNBC's radar going into Friday.

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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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Databricks to buy open-source database startup Neon for $1B

TechCrunch: M&A

Data analytics platform Databricks said on Wednesday that it has agreed to acquire Neon, a startup building an open source alternative to AWS Aurora Postgres, for about $1 billion.

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DoD Releases Long-Awaited Intellectual Property Guidebook for Acquisition

JD Supra: Mergers

WHAT: The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) recently released its long-anticipated Intellectual Property Guidebook for DoD Acquisition the culmination of years of internal effort to standardize the Departments approach to intellectual property (IP) in defense procurement. DoD said the guidebook, dated April 30 and issued May 1, is intended to provide practical, department-wide guidance on the implementation of IP laws and regulations, clarify the legal and operational challenges involved in.

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This derivative off the AI-driven nuclear energy buildout can rally 50%, Evercore ISI says

CNBC: Investing

The provider of low enriched uranium for commercial nuclear plants has a critical role in the nuclear supply chain, and has an advantage over competitors.

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Infrastructure Investment Banking: Definitions, Deals, and a Dizzying Diversity of Verticals

Mergers and Inquisitions

The most difficult part of infrastructure investment banking is defining the exact verticals and deal types it covers. Like renewable energy IB , different banks classify their groups differently, so you could find yourself working on everything from a data center REIT M&A deal to an airport financing to an IPO for a solar developer. It even includes elements of healthcare , industrials , and oil & gas investment banking.

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Timing Kills Deals: Why Government Contractors Can’t Afford to Wait

Focus Investment Banking

Timing Kills Deals: Why Government Contractors Cant Afford to Wait In the world of M&A, especially in the government contracting sector , the biggest threat to a successful transaction isnt price, valuation gaps, or competitionits time. Weve seen it too many times: a strong company, great contract mix, healthy revenue, and clear demand from buyers.

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PCE Announces the Sale of American Door Products

PCE

PCE Investment Bankers, a leading financial services firm for middle-market companies, is pleased to announce the sale of its client, American Door Products Inc., to Riverbend Industries Inc.

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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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Acorns acquires family wealth and digital memory platform EarlyBird

TechCrunch: M&A

Savings and investing startup Acorns has acquired EarlyBird, an investment gifting platform for families, the company told TechCrunch exclusively. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. As part of the acquisition, EarlyBird will shut down, and all customer accounts will officially close on June 23.

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EC’s First In-Depth FSR Merger Decision – Initial Takeaways for Dealmakers

JD Supra: Mergers

Our Antitrust Team examines the European Commissions first conditional merger clearance under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) and how it provides key insights into how foreign financial contributions impact competition in M&A deals.

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Goldman cautions overall U.S. tariff rate still much higher than expected even after China reduction

CNBC: Investing

Goldman noted the reduction in China tariffs would imply only a less than two percentage-point decrease to the U.S. current overall duty rate.

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Buy a Business: No Money, Assets or Experience

How2Exit

Buy a Business: No Money, Assets or Experience - Watch Here About the Host: David C. Barnett is a seasoned business broker, author, and educator who has been demystifying the world of small business M&A for over a decade. His tone is pragmatic, direct, and refreshingly BS-free. Barnett’s background in finance and brokering gives him a unique insider’s view on what actually works in dealmaking—and what’s just hype.

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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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Robinhood grows its footprint in Canada by acquiring WonderFi

TechCrunch: M&A

Robinhood revealed Tuesday that its acquiring Canadian crypto leader WonderFi for CA$250 million (around $178.56 million) in an all-cash deal as it pushes into Canada’s growing digital asset market. WonderFi operates two regulated crypto platforms, Bitbuy and Coinsquare, with over CA$2.1 billion in assets under custody. The transaction offers WonderFi shareholders CA$0.

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Restrictive Covenants in Private Equity Transactions

JD Supra: Mergers

Restrictive covenants are unquestionably a significant deal consideration in M&A transactions. In the private equity context, a buyer is focused on restrictive covenants to protect its investment by binding the sellers and other recipients of material deal proceeds to obligations and restrictions for a certain period of time following the transaction.

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Berkshire Hathaway now owns 5% of entire Treasury-bill market as Buffett patiently waits for his elephant

CNBC: Investing

JPMorgan estimated that Berkshire's T-bill position, $314 billion at the end of March, accounted for 5% of all outstanding short-term government bills.

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What’s next for M&A platforms—and how does AI fit in?

Midaxo

The world of M&A is undergoing a major transformation. As technology evolves, so do the tools available to M&A professionals. Were entering an era of intelligent workflow automationa shift that will fundamentally reshape how deals are sourced, managed, and executed. The Technology Frontier At the heart of this transformation are three major advancements that are unlocking new possibilities for M&A teams: Maturing AI : Once a futuristic concept, AI in M&A is quickly becoming real

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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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NFT phenom CryptoPunks was just sold to a nonprofit

TechCrunch: M&A

Yuga Labs, known as the creator of Bored Ape Yacht Club and other notable NFTs, sold its iconic CryptoPunks to the nonprofit NODE Foundation, which focuses on preserving digital art. The deal details are undisclosed, and a representative declined to comment.

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April 2025 HSR Rebound: Regulatory Shifts, Tariff Tensions, and M&A Impacts

JD Supra: Mergers

Background Note: The Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act established the Premerger Notification Program, requiring certain mergers and acquisitions to be reported to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) for antitrust review. This program ensures that transactions meeting specific thresholds are evaluated for their potential impact on competition before they are finalized.

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Coinbase aims to become the No. 1 financial service app in the world in 10 years, CEO says

CNBC: Investing

Brian Armstrong says Coinbase is ready to partner with any bank or financial institution that wants to expand into crypto.

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M&A Doesn’t Get Easier for Serial Acquirers

Beyond M&A

Even the most experienced buyers face new friction as they grow. Theres a common assumption in M&A: the more deals a firm does, the easier it gets. Playbooks get tighter, processes more refined, and confidence higher. But in reality, thats not what we see on the ground. The Moving Target: Why Experience Doesnt Guarantee Ease It took me a while to see it clearly, but serial acquisition is a moving target.

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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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Outbound Investment Screening: Treasury Sends Inquiries

Deal Lawyers

The Department of the Treasury’s Outbound Investment Security Program (OISP) — which became effective in January and requires notifications for or prohibits certain U.S. investments in Chinese companies — is now being actively enforced.

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Director Judy Bruner on Finding the Right Mix of Skills for a Board

JD Supra: Mergers

Well-run boards are constantly evaluating their own make-up, including the optimal mix of skills and experience among their directors. In an interview with The Informed Board, Judy Bruner discusses the ways in which a variety of backgrounds helps make a board effective. Bruner is currently a director at Applied Materials, Qorvo, Rapid7 and Seagate Technology, and previously served on the board of Varian Medical Systems and Brocade Communications.

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These stocks, including Microsoft, just entered overbought territory and may be due for a pullback

CNBC: Investing

A number of stocks could be due for a turnaround after seeing meaningful gains this past week amid a broader market pullback.

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Vireo Growth Inc. Announces Closing of WholesomeCo Cannabis & Arches Merger Transactions

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Acquisitions strengthen profitability and competitive position with proprietary technology platform Missouri and Nevada transactions remain on track.

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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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Bank Mergers: ‘What’s Old is New Again’

Deal Lawyers

Last week, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued an interim final rule governing the OCCs review of business combinations involving national banks and federal savings associations under the Bank Merger Act that will be effective immediately upon publication in the Federal Register.

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New Tariffs, Old Risks: Antitrust Considerations

JD Supra: Mergers

With regulatory scrutiny by governments on the rise, this LawFlash summarizes key antitrust issues for companies in all industries affected by tariffs. History shows that cartels tend to form in times of rapid economic change. Businesses are forced to respond to market shocks that they did not anticipate.

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Steve Cohen says stocks could retest their April lows, sees a 45% chance of recession

CNBC: Investing

Cohen's comments came after the U.S. and China suspended reciprocal tariffs pending a 90-day negotiating period, which sparked a sharp rally in stocks.

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FirstCash to Acquire H&T Group, the Leading Operator of Pawnshops in the United Kingdom

Global Newswire by Notified: M&A

Marks FirstCashs strategic entry into the UK market through an established, industry-leading brand; Provides further geographic diversification and unlocks additional growth opportunities; Expected to be meaningfully accretive to EBITDA and EPS; Strengthens FirstCashs position as a global leader in pawn operations

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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?