As the traditional IPO market for companies has stalled, SPACs are coming to market to potentially source deals from a large and growing IPO backlog. The SPAC market had its best quarter since 2022, with a mix of new and serial sponsors pricing deals and numerous additional filers expected. As reported in our October SPAC […]

Activist hedge funds have spurred an industry. Proxy solicitors, PR firms, law firms, investment banks, and governance consultants all have dedicated activist shareholder practices that either defend corporate issuers from activists or help activists achieve their goals. The fees can be significant — Browning West’s campaign against Gildan Activewear was estimated to cost the company […]

In the September 2024 edition of The ICR D.C. Insider, we share our insights and analysis about the FTC’s proposed ban on the use of noncompete agreements, new rules for auditors, and a new DOJ whistle-blower program.  Read about developments in Washington that could have an immediate and long-term impact on your business. Regulations The […]

Use these steps to host a crisis simulation that will effectively test your response plan and pinpoint any gaps in advance of a real emergency situation.

Investor days are a critical piece of a successful investor relations strategy. These events provide companies with a platform to tell their story, nurture relationships, and answer stakeholder questions. But when the events always follow the same, standard formula — presentation, Q&A, networking — companies can see dwindling attendance and engagement. Incorporating new or unexpected elements […]