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Johnson & Johnson Buys Vogue International
M&A

Johnson & Johnson Buys Vogue International

J&J buys shampoo and hair styling products firm for $3.3 billion.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | June 2, 2016
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Cerberus Takes Avon North America Private
Risk

Cerberus Takes Avon North America Private

The private equity firm is also investing $435 million in Avon Products for an ownership interest of 16%.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | December 17, 2015
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Private Companies Plan More Hiring
Training

Private Companies Plan More Hiring

On average, private companies expect to boost headcount 2.6% this year, but "more hiring doesn't necessarily mean better wages," says a PwC partner.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 28, 2015
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PCC Worried About Debt Classification Change
GAAP and IFRS

PCC Worried About Debt Classification Change

Private companies say a new, principles-oriented approach for classifying debt as either "current' or 'noncurrent' may have unintended consequences.
By Matthew Heller | February 18, 2015
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FASB Moves Closer to Intangible Assets Exception
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FASB Moves Closer to Intangible Assets Exception

The Private Company Council votes to exempt private companies from having to separately recognize certain kinds of intangible assets.
By Matthew Heller | September 17, 2014
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The 15 Most Profitable Businesses to Be In
Hiring

The 15 Most Profitable Businesses to Be In

Accounting tops the list among privately-held businesses, but sectors of health care and real estate have rebounded nicely and dominate the rankings.
By Iris Dorbian | August 7, 2014
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NASDAQ Market for Privately Held Companies Opens
Growth Strategies

NASDAQ Market for Privately Held Companies Opens

The exchange operator's new platform aims to give issuers more control over the buying and selling of pre-IPO shares.
By Vincent Ryan | March 5, 2014
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A New Direction for Goodwill
Tax

A New Direction for Goodwill

A recently released alternative for goodwill accounting could save private companies money and time.
By Marielle Segarra | January 27, 2014
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