Sierra Space Reaches $4.5 Billion Valuation After $1.4 Billion Raise
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Sierra Space’s mission to bring affordable space transportation to the mainstream is one step closer to reality. In November 2021, the startup raised $1.4 billion from […]
Corporate Governance Essentials: The Audit Committee
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All publicly traded companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) or Nasdaq must have an audit committee. It is an essential committee of a company’s […]
Miami Aims to Make Itself a Hub for Cryptocurrency
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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez is on a mission to make Miami a cryptocurrency hub. His lofty idea is already gaining some traction. In the summer of 2021, […]
Delaware Business Law: An Explanation of Fiduciary Duties
It is essential for U.S. businesses to understand Delaware business law. Millions of businesses have incorporated in the state of Delaware. In fact, businesses outnumber the state’s population. Over 50% […]
Beneficial Ownership Reports: Schedules 13D and 13G
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The Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), governs the secondary trading of securities on U.S. markets. Sections 13(d) and […]
Corporate Governance: Developing a Code of Conduct & Ethics
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It is essential for companies to implement and maintain strong corporate governance practices, regardless of their size or industry. This is especially important […]
What is “Use of Proceeds” for an IPO, and Why is it Important?
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A flurry of initial public offerings (IPOs) has marked the year 2021. In fact, 2021 is set to be the biggest year for […]
Eco-Friendly Compressed Natural Gas Rises in Popularity
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Greenhouse gas emissions and environmental issues have become significant concerns worldwide. In response to this, there has been an increase in energy companies […]
Animal-Free Dairy Products Startup Perfect Day to IPO
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Perfect Day, an alternative dairy milk company, is preparing to go public with a bang. It counts several well-known investors among its ranks, including Leonardo […]
Supreme Court Year in Review: Four Overlooked Cases
The Supreme Court in 2021 has tackled cases on a range of subjects. The media has prominently featured some of the cases which cover hot-button topics, such as gun rights […]
SEC Chair Gensler’s Former Aide New SEC General Counsel
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is the federal government agency responsible for enforcing securities laws. As of November 1, it has appointed a new General Counsel: Dan […]
Non-GAAP Financial Measures: Startup Financial Reporting
Companies must periodically report financial performance information to the public. When they do, they rely upon the United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to prepare their financial statements. […]
Variable Interest Entities Scrutinized by Chinese Government
The Chinese government’s crackdown on large technology firms has led to increased scrutiny of variable interest entities (VIEs). U.S.-listed Chinese companies commonly use these corporate structures. For example, Alibaba Group […]
Debt Restructuring: An Overview for Startups
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Debt restructuring can be a useful tool for both well-performing companies and for companies experiencing financial distress. Pre-IPO startups should understand the basic […]
Dividends and Share Repurchases Maintain Investor Interest
Companies must focus on providing investors with financial returns on their investments. After all, investors often put their money in a company for the purposes of capital appreciation and income. […]
Quarterly Reporting: Best Practices for Startups Seeking IPO
For both public and private companies alike, quarterly earnings results can have an outsized impact on setting investor expectations. They also can expose weak points in the company’s growth outlook. […]
Sonos Wins Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Google
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On August 13, 2021, a federal judge issued a preliminary ruling that Google had infringed on five Sonos patents. The preliminary ruling is a notable victory for […]
Junk Bond Sales Soar in Search for Higher Yields
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The junk bond market has gained momentum this year as investors seek higher yields on their investments. Companies with below-investment grade credit ratings […]
Corporate Legal Departments Turn to Interim Counsel
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Corporate legal departments often search for ways to reduce costs and optimize performance. It can be beneficial to maintain a large department of in-house lawyers. This practice […]