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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Treasury Finalizes China-Focused Outbound Investment Security Program Rule

JD Supra: Mergers

On October 28, 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury released a final rule (“Final Rule”) to implement the China-focused outbound investment program introduced by Executive Order 14105 (the “Outbound EO”).

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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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Federal Court Enjoins Fashion Merger, Embracing 2023 Merger Guidelines’ Aggressive Approach

Deal Lawyers

As reported by the New York Times, a New York federal court granted a preliminary injunction last week preventing the $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings (owner of Versace and Michael Kors) by Tapestry (the parent company of Coach and Kate Spade) from moving forward while the FTC investigates the deal in its administrative court.

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Goldman has a new AI play where it sees nearly 40% upside

CNBC: Investing

This AI stock could be a breakout player as investor sentiment around the technology remains high.

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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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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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How TikTok Saved Its E-Commerce Business in Indonesia

The New York Times: Mergers, Acquisitions and Dive

When the government effectively forced TikTok to shut down its Shop feature, the company quickly struck an unusual deal with a local company to bring it back.

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Del. Chancery Addresses Petition for Validation of Retroactive Record Date

Deal Lawyers

In August, Vice Chancellor Lori Will issued a post-trial memorandum opinion in TS Falcon I, LLC v. Golden Mountain Financial Holdings Corp. (Del. Ch.; 8/24). The case involves a board’s decision to set a retroactive record date for an annual stockholder meeting, which the defendants sought to validate under Section 205 of the DCGL.

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Wall Street remains confident on Microsoft's AI story despite weak guidance. Some say to buy the dip

CNBC: Investing

Wall Street's bullish sentiment on Microsoft hasn't faded, even after the tech giant forecasted disappointing revenue growth numbers.

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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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Geopolitical climate - Chapter Three - The Visionaries

JD Supra: Mergers

Elections and government changes bring new policies that impact businesses’ strategic planning, while economic stress influences M&A trends and growth strategies.

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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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Earnouts in Life Sciences M&A: Consider These Tips

Deal Lawyers

As this Cooley M&A blog notes, earnouts are a much more common — and high-stakes — feature of life sciences M&A deals than non-life sciences deals, which only included an earnout 21% of the time according to SRS Acquiom’s 2023 Life Sciences M&A Study. They also lend themselves to interpretive disagreements.

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Morgan Stanley says these tech stocks are table-pounding buys ahead of earnings

CNBC: Investing

Morgan Stanley says there's a slew of tech stocks that are well positioned heading into earnings.

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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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Food Venture Financing News - Weekly Issue No. 212

JD Supra: Mergers

Keurig Dr Pepper announced that it plans to acquire GHOST, an energy drink brand, for $1 billion. J.M. Smucker will plan to sell its Voortman cookie business to Second Nature Brands for $305 million.

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Network Hacking Course Pairs with Cisco Modeling Labs

Cisco: M&A

If you’ve ever been to Cisco Live and seen the booth with a display for you to pick locks, then you know about the Cisco Advanced Security Initiatives Group (ASIG). We are chartered with security testing and ethical hacking for all Cisco products and services, whether in the cloud or on-premises.

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Sica | Fletcher Extends Lead as Top M&A Advisor on S&P Global League Tables

Sica Fletcher

Q3 Data from S&P Global Highlights Sica | Fletcher’s Number 1 Ranking NEW YORK, NY - October 31, 2024 - Sica | Fletcher continues to set the standard for excellence in the insurance M&A industry, further solidifying its Number 1 position on S&P Global’s 2024 Market Intelligence League Tables. With an impressive 74 deals closed to date, the firm has increased its lead over competitors, widening the gap to 31 deals ahead of its closest competitor.

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