Lana Rhoades
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 17, 2026
- 83 views
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
- 97 views
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
- 106 views
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
- 68 views
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
- 64 views
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
- 64 views
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…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 15, 2026
- 97 views
Navigating the Complexity of Sales Tax Compliance for E-commerce Discounts and Gift Cards
The digital marketplace has undergone a radical transformation over the past decade, moving from a secondary sales channel to the primary driver of global retail growth. As of early 2026,…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 15, 2026
- 70 views
U.S. Current-Account Deficit Narrows Significantly in Third Quarter of 2025 Driven by Income Flows and Services Surplus
The U.S. current-account deficit, a comprehensive measure of a nation’s transactions with the rest of the world encompassing trade in goods and services, as well as income flows, experienced a…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 15, 2026
- 76 views
Navigating the Complexities of Sales Tax Compliance in the Evolving Health and Beauty Industry: A Comprehensive Guide for Brands and Retailers
The health and beauty sector, a global powerhouse projected to exceed $600 billion in revenue by the end of the decade, is currently facing an unprecedented era of regulatory scrutiny…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 15, 2026
- 76 views
Essential Sales Tax Compliance Strategies and Regulatory Updates for the 2026 Fiscal Year
As the global economy transitions into the first quarter of 2026, mid-market and enterprise-level businesses are facing a complex convergence of regulatory deadlines that will define their financial integrity for…
