Starboard Value, an activist fund managed by Jeff Smith, has recently acquired a substantial stake in the graphics-design company, Autodesk. The stake is estimated to be around $500 million and Starboard has engaged in discussions with Autodesk’s board regarding several serious concerns related to the disclosure of an internal investigation that resulted in the removal
Finance
In a market where concentration risk is a growing concern for investors, the traditional approach of solely relying on index funds like the S&P 500 may not be the best strategy. Phil McInnis, the chief investment strategist at Avantis Investors, advocates for a more diversified approach that focuses on value-oriented investments. By shifting the focus
In a world where corporate expenses can spiral out of control, CleverCards, a Dublin-based startup, is leading the charge in revolutionizing how companies manage their employee expenses. With the rise of technology, CleverCards has developed a digital platform linked to configurable expense cards that gives companies the power to control and monitor how their employees
The financial technology industry is undergoing a significant shift, with industry insiders suggesting that the sector has hit a “bottom” in terms of valuations. During the Money20/20 event in Amsterdam, executives and investors expressed their belief that the market has corrected itself from the unsustainable highs seen in 2020 and 2021. This recalibration signifies a
Foundation Robotics Labs, a startup founded by the CEO of bankrupt fintech firm Synapse, has recently come under scrutiny for its fundraising tactics. The company has been seeking funds from Silicon Valley investors by making bold claims about its relationship with General Motors (GM) and its imminent investments. However, these claims have been refuted by
The sell-off in GameStop shares on Wednesday afternoon was further intensified by a spike in trading volume in the call options owned by Keith Gill, also known as “Roaring Kitty.” Despite the lack of confirmation, options traders speculate that Roaring Kitty may have been behind the surge in trading activity, as he is a significant
The Federal Reserve recently held its two-day meeting and decided to keep its key interest rate unchanged, providing a signal that only one rate cut is expected before the end of the year. This decision came as a surprise to many market participants who were hoping for a more accommodative stance from the central bank.
In a groundbreaking announcement, Apple and Affirm revealed that Apple device users will soon have access to buy now, pay later loans through the Affirm platform. This strategic partnership between the tech giant Apple and the fintech company Affirm is set to revolutionize the way consumers make purchases and manage payments. Affirm will be integrated
The stock market has always been prone to crashes throughout history, with certain elements coming into play to create the perfect storm. One of these elements is a frothy stock market, where prices are inflated and soaring, setting the stage for a potential downfall. In past crashes like the Panic of 1907 and the crash
In an effort to shake up the world of private equity investing, Forge Global’s CEO Kelly Rodriques has joined forces with Accuidity to introduce the Forge Accuidity Private Market Index. This collaboration aims to address the challenges faced by investors in accessing unicorns in a market where initial public offerings are faltering. Describing this initiative