... secure than on local devices, which can be compromised by third parties at any time. Affordability. Renting cloud servers is priced competitively, making these services accessible not only to large corporations but also to small private entrepreneurs.... ... technologies without incurring extra charges. At the same time, company leaders do not have to pay hefty monthly bills for the electricity consumed by substantial amounts of powerful equipment. If necessary, directors can limit access to data to specific ...

... negotiate the merger valuation upfront, reducing uncertainty regarding the company’s valuation. This is essential to avoid stock price fluctuations driven by market conditions. Reduced risks associated with going public For companies, going public through ... ... public via a merger with a SPAC, helping it expedite its market entry and attract additional investment. Nikola Corporation Electric vehicle manufacturer Nikola also opted for a merger with SPAC VectoIQ in 2020, attracting investor attention despite ...

... factors render Apple’s shares sensitive to fluctuations in the Chinese market. Tesla (TSLA). China is the world’s largest electric vehicle market, and Tesla has been actively ramping up production there (Gigafactory in Shanghai). For the first half ... ... This serves as a clear example of how political conflict (in trade relations) directly affects the revenue, profits, and stock prices of even such large corporations. Apart from the listed companies, several other firms within the S&P 500 are also dependent ...

... product that can change the rules of the game in the market. For example, social networks, search engines, cloud platforms or electric transport were once bold startups that attracted venture capital due to the prospect of turning established industries ... ... revenues are too high), this is a reason to be wary. Company valuation and deal terms. It is very important to understand at what price (valuation) you are entering the project. Simply put, what share is offered to the investor for his money and how this valuation ...

... clients. Climate and Energy: Venture funds are actively financing "green" technologies—from renewable energy and electric mobility to innovative nuclear energy. For example, the Swiss startup Climeworks raised over $160 million for the development ... ... project. Moreover, a number of well-known startups globally are finding strategic buyers, and deals with nine- and ten-digit price tags are no longer uncommon. The consolidation touches on a variety of sectors—from fintech (for example, large banks ...