July is
National Ice Cream Month. Sunday, July 19, is National Ice Cream Day.
Celebrate with some of this month’s ice cream deals, one of
which includes Philadelphia; visit favorite ice cream shops in Philadelphia and New York City that
are open this summer; take a look at the surprisingly long history of savory
ice cream flavors.
Photo by Sebastian Coman Photography on Unsplash.
When
is purchasing a minority interest a good decision?
Last week, Sony paid $250 million for a 1.4
percent interest in Epic Games, maker of Fortnite. In another recent
transaction, Coty purchased a 20 percent interest in Kim Kardashian West’s
beauty line for $200 million.
The passage of time will reveal whether these transactions were worth the
price.
Asterion is well versed in valuing minority interests.
If you need assistance with the financial intricacies of evaluating such
assets, you may want to consult with our experts.
FYI
In United States Patent and Trademark
Office, et al. v. Booking.com B.V., the U.S. Supreme Court held that
a protectable
trademark can be created by adding .com to a generic word.
Trends We’re Watching
Facebook
widgets can be considered wiretaps, Ninth Circuit
rules; plus your phone spies on you by many means.
On the Lighter Side
The Far Side
has returned.
Maybe you can tug on Superman’s cape–if the price is right.
The invention of the Slip ‘n Slide is a mistake that worked.
Your dog’s age might surprise you.
What’s Puzzling Us
Who thought microwaving
books to sanitize them was a good idea?
Thread Recommendations
Remember what happened in the years before Bastille Day.
Recently opened walls in a Parisian chapel revealed bodies
that may be the remains of French aristocrats guillotined in the years
preceding the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789.
Control spotted lanternfly spread.
Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture offers a comprehensive guide for homeowners responding to this insect infestation.
What to Watch
Here comes the sun, courtesy of NASA
Spotlight on Valuation
Asterion, Inc. has extensive experience in the provision of
valuation consulting services.