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Today In Payments: PNC Advances $11.6B BBVA Purchase Deal; US Economic Forecasts Grim Amid Escalating COVID-19

PYMNTS

US Economic Forecasts Grim Amid Escalating COVID-19. Fears of economic freefall are mounting as the U.S. FTC, Lawmakers Turn Sour On M&A; Could Innovation Suffer? Perhaps outright bans on mergers. In today’s top news, PNC will acquire BBVA’s U.S. unit for $11.6 PNC Advances $11.6B BBVA Record Purchase Deal.

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Uncertain times increase the risk of M&A transaction failure

Future CFO

Uncertain times increase the risk of M&A transaction failure, warned Alvarez & Marsal recently. In uncertain times such as the current pandemic, businesses might struggle to meet projections made prior to or during the health crisis, resulting in a higher risk of M&A deals falling apart, said the professional services firm.

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PodChats for FutureCFO: Managing capital in times of persistent instability

Future CFO

The three years since 2020 saw organisations focus on digitalisation, payment efficiency, security, and cash forecasting. Amid the continuing uncertainties, including socio-economic and geo-political disagreements, businesses remain constant in their one agenda for 2023 – growth. As a CFO, you need to bring that hygiene to the table.

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Treasury Departments' Data Strategy For Future-Proofing The Enterprise

PYMNTS

In addition to steering their organizations through the murky and rocky waters of an economic downturn, treasury departments are securing a place at the decision-makers' table to offer higher-level guidance. Corporates' investment opportunities are shifting dramatically, however.

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When Is It OK to Prioritize Business Growth Over Business Debt?

Planful

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can increase market share, but they require big upfront investments. Putting money toward M&A may not necessarily give a company an immediate competitive advantage or a worthwhile ROI. Talent Acquisition. But business debt isn’t always a bad thing.

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Transcript: Jenny Johnson, Franklin Templeton

Barry Ritholtz

Just an incredible, insightful conversation about how to build a company, how to grow through acquisitions, how to make sure everybody on your team understands their role, is appreciated, and is acting and performing at the highest levels. Jenny Johnson is CEO of investment giant Franklin Templeton. They run about a $1.5 RITHOLTZ: Right.

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Ep 21: When Sales is at the Table

CFO Thought Leader

Machine Generated Transcript Jack: Hi It’s Jack Sweeney, and I’m here with Ben Murray. The hosts also discuss the role of finance in enabling sales, the challenges faced by sales teams, and the importance of financial discipline and visibility in a company’s financials, regardless of market conditions. Once again.

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