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Never mind the 60/40 portfolio. There may be a case for a 50/30/20 allocation

CNBC: Investing

Investors seeking to diversify from a stock and bond market that are each flashing cautionary signals are starting to look at alternatives.

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How to keep your portfolio steady in volatile times as the election approaches

CNBC: Investing

Market volatility is expected to pick up as Election Day approaches, but investors can take a few steps to help prepare their portfolios.

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EVs at a crossroads: Where next for electric vehicle M&A?

JD Supra: Mergers

The EV industry is facing multiple headwinds in 2024 including consumer pullback, but future dealmaking prospects look solid as buyers seek to safeguard future growth, with China leading the way - Dealmaking in the global automotive industry has underwhelmed so far this year, with supply chain issues, higher-for-longer interest rates and financing concerns dampening activity.

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Power Your GenAI Ambitions with New Cisco AI-Ready Data Center Infrastructure

Cisco: M&A

With generative AI poised to significantly boost global economic output, Cisco is helping to simplify the challenges of preparing your infrastructure for AI implementation. Learn how the UCS C885A M8 Server for AI model training, the Nexus 9364E-SG2 Switch for scalable AI connectivity, AI PODs for streamlined AI inference deployment, and Nexus Hyperfabric can accelerate AI initiatives and drive innovation.

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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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Indian fintech Slice seals bank merger

TechCrunch: M&A

Indian fintech startup Slice said it has completed its merger with North East Small Finance Bank, marking a rare instance of a startup successfully entering India’s tightly regulated banking sector. The merger, first proposed last year, transforms the Bengaluru-based startup into a banking entity, following months of regulatory scrutiny. Slice, which gained prominence by issuing […] © 2024 TechCrunch.

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How Issac Qureshi Built an E-Commerce Empire: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Leveraged Buyouts

How2Exit

E252: How Issac Qureshi Built an E-Commerce Empire: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Leveraged Buyouts - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Issac Qureshi : Issac Qureshi is the founder and owner of Bauer, a mergers and acquisitions (M&A) firm specializing in e-commerce. With roots in the banking sector, Issac began his career at Royal Bank of Scotland Group.

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CME Group’s approval to establish futures commission merchant sparks backlash from FIA

The TRADE

Derivatives marketplace CME Group has received approval from the National Futures Association (NFA) to establish a futures commission merchant (FCM). Walt Lukken, FIA The NFA defines a FCM as an entity that solicits or accepts orders to buy or sell futures contracts, options on futures, retail off-exchange forex contracts or swaps, and accepts money or other assets from customers to support such orders.

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Daniel Murphy Joins FOCUS Investment Banking as Senior Advisor in Automotive Group

Focus Investment Banking

Washington, DC, (October 28, 2024) – FOCUS Investment Banking, a leading middle-market investment bank, is proud to announce that Daniel Murphy has joined the firm as a Senior Advisor in its Automotive group. Murphy brings with him over 30 years of experience in the automotive dealership sector, making him a valuable addition to FOCUS as the firm continues to expand its expertise and services in the automotive industry.

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Corporate Finance Jobs: Cozy Careers, But Bad “Plan B” Options

Mergers and Inquisitions

Corporate finance jobs at normal companies are bad … …if you’re using them to break into a deal-based field, such as investment banking , private equity , or venture capital , or as a “Plan B” if you interview around but do not get into one of these. The main problem is that many people enter corporate finance jobs without truly understanding them. Corporate finance is fine if you’re in it to advance up the ladder over many years/decades while having a reasonable work/life balance.

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Guide to Buying into a Business as a Partner

Lake Country Advisors

Buying into a business as a partner offers ownership and profit potential but also comes with risks. Success requires thorough due diligence, understanding partnership structures, and securing favorable terms. A local business broker can be invaluable in identifying opportunities, assessing the business’s financial health, and negotiating on your behalf to ensure a smooth transaction.

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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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Resona Asset Management selects BBH to bolster FX trading capabilities

The TRADE

Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) has expanded its relationship with Japan-based Resona Asset Management to include BBH’s automated third party FX solution, InfoFX. Munenori Yoshihara, BBH The development sees Resona become the first Japanese investment manager to implement the FX solution. InfoFX is a securities-based FX solution that enables automated FX order generation with execution netting capability.

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UniCredit Italian shareholder Cariverona confirms support for Commerzbank move

Global Banking & Finance

MILAN (Reuters) – Fondazione Cariverona, a major Italian shareholder in UniCredit, confirmed its support for the bank’s management in regards to Commerzbank, its chairman said on Monday.

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Freestate Electric, LLC Acquired By Sojitz Energy Services LLC

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

Chesapeake Corporate Advisors Serves as Exclusive Financial Advisor Baltimore, MD – October 29, 2024 – Chesapeake Corporate Advisors (“CCA”) is pleased to announce it has served as the exclusive financial advisor to Freestate Electric, LLC (“Freestate”), a specialty contractor and leading provider of comprehensive electrical construction services in Maryland, Virginia, and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area in its sale of 90% ownership to Sojitz Energy Services LLC (“Sojitz”), a subsidiary o

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Antitrust M&A Snapshot - Q3 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

The US antitrust regulators continued to aggressively challenge transactions and associated Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) violations during the third quarter of 2024. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) litigated two merger challengers involving Kroger/Albertsons and Tapestry/Capri. On October 24, 2024, Tapestry/Capri was decided in the government’s favor and a Kroger/Albertsons decision is expected in the next month.

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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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Fireside Friday with… Northern Trust’s Amy Thorne

The TRADE

What are the prominent trends are you seeing in the outsourced trading space? There has been a shift in the size and scale in the types of managers that we’re talking to. My new favourite saying is that I don’t think this is a recessionary product any longer, but rather a future state. The way that people are thinking about it has changed dramatically over the last couple of years and a lot of that is driven through how customisable the product is through the whole life cycle of trad

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AI-Driven strategies to overcome complex banking regulations

Global Banking & Finance

By Barath Narayanan, Global BFSI and Europe Geo Head, Persistent Systems Regulatory frameworks in the financial sector have evolved significantly since the global financial crisis. Initially focused on risk management and capital controls, regulations now encompass a broader range of concerns, including data privacy, technological innovation, and operational resilience.

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Dominion Energy is discussing small nuclear reactors with other tech companies after Amazon agreement

CNBC: Investing

Tech companies are investing in nuclear power as they hunt for carbon-free, reliable electricity to support artificial intelligence data centers

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Avantage concurrentiel par Blakes : mise à jour d’octobre 2024

JD Supra: Mergers

Bienvenue à l’édition d’octobre de l’infolettre Avantage concurrentiel par Blakes, une publication mensuelle des groupes Concurrence et antitrust et Investissement étranger de Blakes. Avantage concurrentiel par Blakes présente un survol des développements récents en droit de la concurrence et en droit de l’investissement étranger au Canada. Nous y faisons notamment le point sur les activités d’application de la loi du Bureau de la concurrence du Canada (le « Bureau »), ainsi que sur les.

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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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HSBC trader joins JP Morgan in New York

The TRADE

Kyle Hackett has joined JP Morgan as a US rates trader, based in New York. Prior to his new role, Hackett spent three and a half years at HSBC, working as a global markets analyst, and most recently as a US rates trader. Elsewhere in his career Hackett did a stint at Fidelity Investments. Read more: JP Morgan on building new offerings for clients Earlier this year, Mitul Patel left his role at HSBC, where he most recently held responsibility for primary coverage on G10 rates for reserve manage

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Unlocking Success in Investment Management technology industry: Key Takeaways for Young Professional

Global Banking & Finance

Swapnil Kognole, CFA is a seasoned leader in wealth management technology, currently serving as Director at UBS technology department. With two decades of experience spanning technology, project management, and digital transformation, he has spearheaded critical initiatives in the financial services sector.

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Why Germany Is Resisting UniCredit’s Takeover of Commerzbank

The New York Times: Banking

Despite an openness to cross-border mergers, Germany has pushed back against talk of the Italian lender UniCredit’s acquiring Commerzbank.

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Navigating Cyber and Legal Challenges During the M&A Process: Quick Considerations for Federal Contractors

JD Supra: Mergers

Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity is often the lifeblood of corporate growth. While whole treatises can be, and have been, written on cybersecurity and legal challenges during M&A activity, the following are a few key takeaways for federal contractors considering a merger or acquisition.

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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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BNY bolsters iFlow’s fixed income and equities data

The TRADE

BNY has bolstered its trade flow offering, iFlow, with the inclusion of more extensive fixed income and equity data analytics. Specifically, the update will allow for clearer definitions of rotation trade equity, credit, and duration in bonds as iFlow will be able to generate on-demand charts for shorts, holdings, and positioning. “The new indicators are designed to provide transparency into unexpected market moves and show how markets have acted historically, helping to determine the potential

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How Apple's China suppliers could actually benefit from U.S. trade tensions, according to JPMorgan

CNBC: Investing

After looking at global trade shifts, JPMorgan strategists have concluded a few of Apple's Chinese suppliers could benefit from supply chain diversification.

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The F.T.C.’s Lina Khan Took On Big Tech. Now Her Job Is on the Line.

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

Prominent venture capitalists’ bashing of the F.T.C.’s chair is evidence of a troubled tech market.

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FTC Publishes Final Revisions to HSR Rules: A New Era of Regulatory Burden

JD Supra: Mergers

On October 10, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) released final revisions of the rules that govern filings under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (“HSR”) Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended (the “Final Rules”). The Final Rules will take effect 90 days after they are ultimately published in the Federal Register.

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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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How Branden Coluccio Turned Failure into MILLION-DOLLAR Success

How2Exit

E253: How Branden Coluccio Turned Failure into MILLION-DOLLAR Success - Watch Here About the Guest(s): Branden Coluccio is the Managing Director of Relentless Ventures, a dynamic firm focusing on acquisitions and advisory services. With a rich background in private equity, mergers and acquisitions, Branden has honed his expertise by working with various sectors including healthcare and real estate development.

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Cruise lines are having a moment as a popular — and cheaper — alternative to hotels

CNBC: Investing

The pricing gap between cruises and land-based lodging is even wider than it appears, according to UBS.

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A New Business on Wall Street: Defending Against D.E.I. Backlash

The New York Times: Banking

Companies are conducting vulnerability assessments, compiling research reports and writing plans for what to do if their diversity efforts come under attack.

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DAMITT Q3 2024: Tricks and Treats in Merger Enforcement

JD Supra: Mergers

We had previously questioned whether the new approach to Article 22 EUMR followed by the EC would herald a new era in EU merger control, leading to an increased number of deals being reviewed, and more importantly an increased number of significant investigations.

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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?