How FTI Consulting helped Sky Sports determine wholesale programme pricing for rival pay TV operators
FTI Consulting provided evidence at the Competition Appeal Tribunal in support of setting Sky’s wholesale pricing for Sky Sports 1 and 2 programming to rival pay TV operators, such as BT Vision. We took an overall approach to determining pricing levels and structure, including such issues as appropriate costs for multi-room discounts and customer churn.
How FTI Consulting, working with Ofgem, developed alternative approaches to regulating the European gas market.
FTI Consulting produced a report that explored possible options for a target model for the future of the European gas market. One of our consultants worked on-site with members of Ofgem and industry representatives, reviewing and evaluating the current problems in the European gas market and possible options for a gas target model. The alternative models evaluated analysed appropriate size of single price zones and how gas should be traded between these price zones within the EU. Our report and findings were presented at a number of workshops around Europe.
How FTI Consulting uncovered larceny, false accounting and misleading financial statements in litigation against Citigroup.
When Citigroup faced a multibillion dollar claim by Parmalat, it turned to FTI Consulting for litigation consultancy services. Focusing on the operation of a securitisation programme, we analysed Parmalat’s accounting records and discovered larceny, false accounting and the publication of misleading financial statements.
How FTI Consulting managed media and shareholder communications, clearing the way for VimpelCom to make an acquisition
When negative publicity and problems with a major shareholder threatened Amsterdam-based VimpelCom’s acquisition of another telecommunications company, VimpelCom engaged FTI Consulting to help manage communications with shareholders and the media. With our help, the acquisition was approved.
How FTI Consulting delivered forensic data collection, mobile processing and review capabilities within 48 hours for a large financial services institution
We helped a large financial services institution in France set up a complete on-site forensic data collection, mobile processing and review system. Data collection was launched within 24 hours of engagement, and the review environment was operational within 48 hours. Ultimately, this system supported 55 reviewers over a 10-week period.
How FTI Consulting became the in-house tax team and an integrated member of the finance team for a high-end department store chain
FTI Consulting serves as the in-house tax team for a world-famous, high-end department store chain. Our services include computing corporate taxes; tax provisions for group planning; and VAT and employment taxes. We are an integrated part of the company’s finance team with access to all computer systems. We also perform internal audits, including month-end tax reconciliations and journal bookings. To provide continuity, we adapted to the company’s previous systems and now communicate with HMRC directly on the company’s behalf.