Lana Rhoades
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 17, 2026
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The Arts and Cultural Production Satellite Account Demonstrates Robust Economic Growth and Significant Contribution to the U.S. Economy
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) today released its comprehensive Arts and Cultural Production Satellite Account, revealing a sector that not only outpaced the broader economy in growth but…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 17, 2026
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The Complete Guide to Verifying Resale Certificates and Ensuring Multi-State Sales Tax Compliance
The landscape of American e-commerce and wholesale trade is governed by a complex web of tax regulations that place a significant administrative burden on sellers to act as de facto…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 17, 2026
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The U.S. Marine Economy Contributes $511 Billion to National GDP in 2023, Showing Robust Growth
The U.S. marine economy generated a substantial $511.0 billion, or 1.8 percent, of the nation’s current-dollar Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2023, marking a significant increase from the $482.4 billion…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 17, 2026
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Mastering Sales Tax Exemption Certificates A Strategic Framework for Business Compliance and Risk Mitigation
In the increasingly complex landscape of modern commerce, the sales tax exemption certificate stands as a cornerstone of regulatory compliance and financial accuracy. For businesses operating across multiple jurisdictions, these…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 17, 2026
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Foreign Direct Investment in U.S. Businesses Declines in 2024, Driven by Fewer Acquisitions
Expenditures by foreign direct investors to acquire, establish, or expand U.S. businesses totaled $151.0 billion in 2024, a notable decrease from the previous year, according to preliminary statistics released by…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 16, 2026
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U.S. Direct Investment Abroad Position Reaches $6.83 Trillion, Foreign Investment in U.S. Hits $5.71 Trillion in 2024
The United States experienced a significant expansion in its international investment landscape throughout 2024, with both outward and inward direct investment positions showing robust growth. According to the latest statistics…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 16, 2026
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Navigating Florida Sales Tax Regulations on Professional and Commercial Services in an Evolving Service Economy
The fiscal landscape of the United States has undergone a fundamental transformation over the past several decades, shifting from a manufacturing-heavy framework to one dominated by the service sector. This…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 16, 2026
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U.S. Multinational Enterprise Employment Sees Slight Dip in 2023 Amid Shifting Global Operations
Worldwide employment by U.S. multinational enterprises (MNEs) experienced a marginal decrease of 0.4 percent in 2023, reaching an estimated 43.9 million workers. This represents a slight contraction from the revised…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 16, 2026
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Puerto Rico’s Economy Rebounds with 3.0 Percent GDP Growth in 2023 After 2022 Contraction
Puerto Rico’s economy demonstrated a significant recovery in 2023, with real gross domestic product (GDP) increasing by 3.0 percent. This marks a substantial turnaround from the 2.1 percent decrease observed…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 15, 2026
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Foreign-Owned Companies Boost U.S. Employment and Economic Contribution in 2023
The U.S. operations of majority-owned affiliates of foreign multinational enterprises (MNEs) significantly contributed to the American economy in 2023, with employment figures showing a steady increase and key economic indicators…
FASB Proposes New Guidance for Discount Rate Measurement in Market-Return Cash Balance Pension Plans
