Lana Rhoades
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- August 28, 2026
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The U.S. Outdoor Recreation Economy Contributes $696.7 Billion to GDP in 2024, Showing Resilience and Shifting Trends
The United States Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has released its latest comprehensive report on the U.S. outdoor recreation economy, revealing that in 2024, this vital sector generated a substantial…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- August 28, 2026
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Global Tax Compliance Landscape 2026: Mid-Year Shifts in Digital Taxation and E-Invoicing Mandates
The global tax landscape in the first half of 2026 has been defined by a rapid acceleration of digital-first policies, the emergence of new local jurisdictions in the United States,…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- August 28, 2026
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U.S. Foreign Direct Investment Surges to $232.2 Billion in 2025, Driven by Acquisitions and Manufacturing Investments
Expenditures by foreign direct investors to acquire, establish, or expand U.S. businesses reached a robust $232.2 billion in 2025, according to preliminary statistics released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- August 28, 2026
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Arizona Cardinals Facility Fee Tax Ruling Highlights Growing Complexity in Amusement Tax Compliance for Sports and Entertainment Venues
The Arizona Court of Appeals has issued a significant ruling affirming that mandatory facility fees bundled with ticket sales are subject to the state’s Transaction Privilege Tax, even when those…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- August 28, 2026
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U.S. Current-Account Deficit Widens in First Quarter 2026 Amidst Shifting Income Flows
The U.S. current-account deficit, a key indicator of a nation’s international economic standing, expanded by $5.8 billion to $226.8 billion in the first quarter of 2026. This represents a 2.6…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- August 27, 2026
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Mastering E-commerce Sales Tax Compliance in the High-Volume Second Half of 2026
The transition into the second half of the 2026 fiscal year marks a critical juncture for the e-commerce sector, as businesses brace for a concentrated surge in consumer spending driven…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- August 27, 2026
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Majority-Owned U.S. Affiliates of Foreign Multinationals Employ 8.57 Million in 2024, Driving Significant Economic Contributions
The landscape of American employment and economic output continues to be significantly shaped by the operations of foreign multinational enterprises (MNEs) within the United States. In 2024, majority-owned U.S. affiliates…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- August 27, 2026
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Colorado Updates Retail Delivery Fee for 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Amid Ongoing Economic and Environmental Regulatory Shifts
The Colorado Department of Revenue has officially implemented the updated Retail Delivery Fee (RDF) for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, marking another phase in the state’s ambitious plan to fund transportation…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- August 27, 2026
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U.S. Direct Investment Abroad and Foreign Direct Investment in the U.S. Show Significant Growth in 2025
The United States’ direct investment position abroad experienced a substantial increase of $438.1 billion, reaching a cumulative total of $7.14 trillion by the end of 2025. This growth, as detailed…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- August 27, 2026
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U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services Deficit Narrows in June, Signaling Shifting Economic Dynamics
The United States experienced a notable contraction in its goods and services deficit in June, with the gap narrowing to $73.3 billion. This represents a significant decrease of $4.4 billion…
