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With the results of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, the automotive sector is poised for significant shifts. From regulatory changes to evolving trade policies and market dynamics, industry leaders will need to remain agile in navigating a rapidly changing landscape. Key developments include Ford’s job cuts in Europe amid slower EV demand, Rivian’s $5.8 billion joint venture with Volkswagen and the shifting regulatory landscape under the new administration. Read A&M’s November #Automotive Spotlight by Charles Moore and David Borg to learn more: https://okt.to/GgkXrL #AMon #Automotive #EV #TradePolicy #RegulatoryChanges

It’s hard to believe it’s been a month since we participated in the HSG Talent Fair in St. Gallen! We’re still energized by the amazing conversations we had with so many talented individuals. The event was a fantastic opportunity to showcase A&M's dynamic culture, share insights into our day-to-day work, and connect with future changemakers. If our discussions left you curious or inspired, it’s not too late to explore your future with A&M. Check out our current career opportunities here: https://okt.to/nQOHtZ Thank you again to everyone who stopped by our booth, solved a business case in our workshop and to the organizers for putting together such an incredible event. We can’t wait to see some of you joining the A&M family soon! #AMon #HSG #TalentFair

A&M is pleased to announce the launch of its Q3 2024 UAE Banking Pulse. This report provides a detailed analysis of the evolving trends shaping the UAE’s banking sector, highlighting key developments such as slower loan growth, increased deposits, and an increase in provisions among the nation’s top banks. Find out more here: https://okt.to/u8GbXq #AMon #UAE #Banking #Finance

Meet Sonal Kulshreshtha, an Associate in A&M’s Tax practice in NYC. In this Q&A, she shares her journey from academia to consulting, emphasizing adaptability, continuous learning, and the power of listening. Sonal highlights A&M's supportive culture, work-life balance, and how mentorship has shaped her growth. Discover more about Sonal’s story and her tips for navigating career transitions and building professional relationships: https://okt.to/V0TzGm #AMon #CampusSpotlight #AlumniNetwork #Tax

Over the past three years, PE firms on both sides of the Atlantic have faced significant challenges due to rapid interest rate hikes and a sluggish deals market. Our survey of PE executives in North America and Europe highlights how these pressures are reshaping the industry, with a new focus on sophisticated value creation such as the usage of AI in value creation for topline growth, margin expansion, and cost efficiency. Discover the differences between U.S. and European private equity markets and read the full report on our website: https://okt.to/SILD8W Anil Kumar Markus Lahrkamp Steffen Kroner Till Prinz #AMon #PrivateEquity #AI #ValueCreation

Celebrating 5 years of partnership with our amazing clients at A&M Switzerland! Last week's anniversary event in Zürich was a blast. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an evening of great company, conversation, and celebration. Cheers to many more years of collaboration and success! #clientanniversary #AMSwitzerland #Zurich

Mentorship is core to A&M's culture. Since 2008, the Tiffany Alford Mentoring Award has been recognizing individuals at all levels of our Corporate Performance Improvement and Energy practices who demonstrate exceptional commitment to our people through mentoring relationships. Please help us in congratulating this year’s recipients! Connect here: https://okt.to/Hu0ciS #AMon #LikeWhatYouDo #LikeWhoYouDoItWith #AMonPI Andrew Burns Rodrigo Carrillo Jacques Duplantis Liza Golovatskaya, MBA, MEng Haley McCann Leyendecker Paul Musselman Vikas Sheth Ann-Moree Warren

Congratulations to Managing Director Richard Holt, recognized as a 2024 NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors) Directorship 100 Award honoree in the Governance Professionals and Institutions category! This prestigious award, presented by the NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors), celebrates leaders who have shaped the landscape of corporate governance and boardroom practices through innovation, courage and integrity. Learn more: https://okt.to/gk6mjD #AMon #CorporateGovernance #LeadershipExcellence #NACDDirectorship100

According to the IPPR the UK economy lost £25 billion from lower productivity among people who were working through sickness, and £5 billion from absenteeism. To address these challenges, many workplaces now emphasise proactive, value-added services for employee wellbeing and performance, delivered both on-site and online. This shift has spurred growth in the Occupational Health market, attracting significant interest from financial investors and strategic acquirers. Key growth factors include: - Long-term embedded contracts delivering impressive earnings - Increasing prioritisation of employee wellbeing -Technology that enhances service delivery and new routes to market - Consolidation and horizontal expansion - M&A solving for labour shortages, particularly for doctors Our latest paper delves into these themes, exploring the M&A landscape, highlighting key transactions that are shaping the field, presenting selected case studies and providing a broader outlook for the sector. Read our latest paper here: https://okt.to/vt7HLl Authors: Al-Munther Sultan Duncan Morpeth James Boreman #Occupational #Health #MergersandAcquisitions #AMon

As companies strive to diversify their supply chains, several Asian countries are emerging as competitive alternatives for manufacturing hubs. In the final installment of our "Nearshoring Manufacturing and De-Risking Global Supply Chains" series, A&M experts James Guyette, Nicolai B. and Joon Hyun explore the strategic advantages of these regions. They discuss key factors such as competitive labor costs, favorable trade agreements and supportive government incentives, offering essential insights for businesses looking to enhance their manufacturing strategies. Discover how these emerging hubs can support your business goals and help mitigate risks in today’s complex global landscape. Read the full article here: https://okt.to/h0OGvr #AMon #SupplyChain #Nearshoring #Manufacturing #BusinessStrategy