According to the Institute of Public Policy Research, presenteeism, or working whilst sick, cost the UK economy £25bn in 2023, whilst absenteeism cost an additional £5bn. 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.

In Asia Pacific Business' latest article, A&M's Transaction Advisory Group Managing Director Stella Yuan explores how China’s status has shifted from a top investment destination to a market marked by "uncertainty, negative sentiment, and exits, fueled by sluggish growth post-Covid, rising geopolitical tensions, regulatory uncertainties, and intense competition from local players."

Unannounced on-site inspections by competition authorities, or dawn raids, have been increasing in number and scope across Europe and the U.K.. 2023 saw the highest number of dawn raids in these regions in six years. Data from the first half of 2024 indicates this trend is only continuing.

Salary sacrifice is an opportunity to save both employee and employer NIC via salary sacrifice arrangements, for example into the company pension scheme.

Alvarez & Marsal is thrilled to partner with 73 Strings to deliver accurate, timely, and transparent portfolio valuations that meet investor and regulatory demands.

We are pleased to present a copy of our 2024 / 2025 Energy Compensation Report.

R&D costs are skyrocketing, but Future-Fit Contract Research Organizations (CROs) are leading the way with innovative science and digital research! Learn how drug development is transforming in our report.

On 11 November 2024, the Federal Tax Authority (“FTA”) published the Corporate Tax (“CT”) return guide to assist taxpayers with the preparation of their first UAE CT return.

Technology debt can manifest itself in various forms, including outdated applications, system architecture and poor code quality. These issues can lead to increased security vulnerabilities, as well as impede growth and integration efforts. Understanding and addressing technical debt during the technology due diligence phase therefore becomes crucial to ensure the success of an M&A transaction.

In the quest to enhance data analytics capabilities, organizations often gravitate towards investing in the latest tools. From cutting-edge data warehouses to advanced visualization and data lineage tools, the allure of new technology is undeniable. However, while these tools are important and can undoubtedly facilitate improvements, the idea that simply acquiring more tools will solve all data challenges is a misconception. Instead, tools should be viewed as enablers, part of a broader strategy that includes governance, skilled personnel and business ownership of data.

The 2024 Autumn Budget announcements confirmed that the proposed reforms to the taxation system for non-UK domiciled individuals will come into effect from 6 April 2025. The current remittance basis of taxation will be replaced with a regime based on the number of years of tax residence.

In the competitive landscape of SaaS, advancing through the maturity model is crucial for long-term success. A&M Managing Directors Cindy Finkelman and Joe Melfi explore the key drivers of SaaS maturity. Discover how to establish scalable infrastructure, implement standardized processes and create frictionless, personalized client experiences that build lasting relationships.

Higher interest rates and living costs, coupled with job market weaknesses, are pushing households towards financial distress, leading to a rise in loan delinquencies and non-performing loans (NPLs). Discover how A&M’s proven strategies in optimising and digitalising collection processes can help banks navigate this evolving landscape and unlock significant value.

Value creation plans can face obstacles when dealing with IT transformation and management information. Organizations can overcome these obstacles by adopting a strategic and joint approach to system transformation and data. 

Time is of the essence when it comes to the role of an expert in a construction dispute. With cases increasingly involving vast amounts of data, AI has become a formidable tool for these experts, significantly improving the efficiency of data analysis.