M&A Navigating Evolving Landscape
The ever-changing business environment has prompted companies worldwide to adapt and thrive, leading to a surge in global merger and acquisition (M&A) activity. Successful M&A transactions depend on seamless integration and realising anticipated synergies. PricewaterhouseCoopers’ comprehensive analysis on the past few years’ Investment Banking trends and market forces shaping deal activity offers valuable insights into the latest trends and provides a thorough analysis of the global M&A landscape. Here are some of the key findings and their implications:
A case for ‘good inflation’
The collapse of SVBcould be a curtain raiser of worse things if the Fed keeps on raising rates. And though there’s a case for ‘good inflation’, the debate is over the percentage.
Future of Semiconductors
The semiconductor industry has experienced rapid growth and innovation over the past few decades, with advancements in microprocessor technology driving the digital revolution. In recent years, however, the industry has been facing challenges in sustaining the pace of progress.One ground-breaking development that holds great promise for future evolution of chip technology is multi-die systems. Will it bring the next semiconductor revolution?
Smart Chip with a Healing Touch
Microelectronics is being put to amazing uses in areas that were previously unimaginable. One such use is the smart bandage, which is recently making waves in healthcare – more so because AI technology is now being harnessed to it as well.Turning the bandage into something more than just a “covering” allows passive monitoring as well as active healing – all thanks to smart electronics.
Navigating the High-Cost Capital Landscape
In recent times, the global business landscape has been marked by an unprecedented surge in capital costs, presenting significant challenges to organisations worldwide. As companies navigate this complex terrain, they must adapt their strategies to ensure financial stability and sustainable growth. Here are some insights into the importance of resource optimisation and strategic decision-making in this era of expensive capital.
Nvidia rides the GenAI megatrend
According to analysts, Generative AI could add demand for $10 to $15 billion worth of graphics processing units over the next year or two. They expect Nvidia’s annual revenue to top $46 billion in three years, which implies an annual growth rate averaging 20% – a notable pace for a chip maker at Nvidia’s scale. Looks like Intel and AMD are fighting over scraps while Nvidia continues to dominate sales.
‘Genius’ Digital Brands’ Unique Strategies Uncovered
You need certain key differentiators to drive success in the digital realm. Know more about Gartner’s analysis of digital marketing effectiveness Every year, consulting giant Gartner employs its Digital IQ Index to assess the digital marketing effectiveness of various brands, gauging their proficiency and development in comparison to their counterparts. Among the 1,402 brands evaluated, […]
Adobe uses data privacy
Competition is unfolding in two ways – while Adobe products face challenge from text-to-image applications, human creative roles are themselves being disrupted In a single stroke, Generative Artificial Intelligence has rudely shaken up the creative industry’s undisputed icon, Adobe. While companies like Canva have enmeshed Generative AI in their suite of solutions that offer everything […]
Climate-tech funding takes a hard punch
Climate-tech project funding takes a hard punch from SVB collapse. The bank had long been a favourite of clean tech companies and financed over 1,550 clients. Read on:
ChatGPT for HR
If deployed critically and selectively, ChatGPT can be an important HR tool that looks like turning into an essential HR skill moving forward. Find out more: