To provide an interim update on key themes and trends we previously identified for this AGM season, we have analysed an initial sample of the first FTSE 350 companies to report this year.

In this edition, we provide updates in relation to the following topics: ATAD 3 and investment funds, Continuation funds and the Labour Party’s announcements regarding carried interest taxation.

Digital Twin is a virtual replica of a system, process or product that is used to simulate behaviour and performance under different conditions as well as monitor live events. In manufacturing this can be for specific production lines, or any real-world scenario within a production process. Find out more.

In today's business landscape, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors have reached new levels of significance. As a result, companies are faced with the challenge of developing strong supply chain models to effectively address these factors. However, in an industry that is constantly evolving and where standards and priorities vary, the question arises: How should companies navigate this complex terrain?

In the article, “Weathering a Reduction in Force – Lessons Learned and Strategies to Mitigate Risk,” A&M Healthcare Industry Group’s Human Capital and Workforce Management Leader, Bianca A. Briola, shares strategies and leading practices for healthcare organizations to mitigate risk when undergoing a reduction in force.

To help private equity funds and operating partners optimize costs and drive profitability, A&M has launched the "Pathway to Profitability" Q&A series. In this edition, Managing Director Christopher Duggan shares insights on the clients' pain points related to Cash Flow Forecasting.

Innovative supply chain technologies have a high potential for positive impact on people, performance and industries. A great supply chain allows for collaborative planning across all functions. It's process first, then tools to accelerate and improve the process network. It’s outcome-focused, driving to the right metrics.

Over the last 12 months, we have seen an increase in fund managers asking us about the feasibility of a continuation fund as an end-of-fund strategy.

Providing an independent assessment of transformation change programmes, resulting in executable recommendations to accelerate progress and drive value.

Rapidly assessing the value achieved from your transaction and identifying opportunities to enhance VAT recovery.

In a recent roundtable "Managing Transactional Risk" for Financier Worldwide, Managing Director Marc Sherman discusses the latest trends in the use of transaction insurance including negotiating representations and warranties, warranties and indemnities insurance, tax liability insurance and considerations for developing an effective claims process. 

The U.S. Supreme Court has jumped into the fray, thanks to a Washington state couple who have challenged the constitutionality of imposing a tax on their share of a corporation’s undistributed income in Moore v. United States, No. 22-800.

A&M MD & Leader of the US Transaction Advisory Group’s Energy & Infrastructure practice, Jay Moody, was featured in a MergerMarket article titled “North America Natural Resources Trendspotter: M&A Picks Up Buoyed by Record-Breaking Mining Deal Activity."

Alvarez & Marsal conducted comprehensive research to assess the influence of digital sophistication on key financial indicators, such as sales growth, profitability, and valuation.

What are some of the key methods by which we can reimagine how to design, implement and administer a sales compensation plan that focuses on profitable growth?