Lana Rhoades
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 8, 2026
- 145 views
Puerto Rico’s Real Gross Domestic Product Increased 3.0 Percent in 2023 After Decreasing 2.1 Percent in 2022
Puerto Rico’s economy demonstrated a notable rebound in 2023, with real gross domestic product (GDP) experiencing a robust increase of 3.0 percent. This marks a significant turnaround from the 2.1…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 8, 2026
- 93 views
Foreign-Owned Companies Bolster U.S. Workforce with 8.66 Million Jobs in 2023, Contributing Significantly to Economic Output
The U.S. economy continued to benefit from the significant presence of foreign multinational enterprises (MNEs) in 2023, as their majority-owned U.S. affiliates employed a record 8.66 million workers. This figure…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 8, 2026
- 128 views
Navigating the Complex Landscape of E-Commerce Sales Tax on Discounts Gift Cards and Promotional Incentives
The fundamental principle governing sales tax in the United States dictates that tax is generally applied to the gross sales price of a product or a taxable service. However, as…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 8, 2026
- 123 views
Navigating the Complexities of Sales Tax Compliance in the Global Health and Beauty Sector
The health and beauty industry is currently undergoing a period of unprecedented digital transformation and regulatory scrutiny, as brands transition from traditional retail models to sophisticated direct-to-consumer (DTC) and subscription-based…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 8, 2026
- 113 views
U.S. Current-Account Deficit Narrows Significantly in Third Quarter of 2025, Driven by Income Flows and Services
Washington D.C. – The United States witnessed a notable improvement in its international economic standing during the third quarter of 2025, as the current-account deficit contracted by $22.8 billion, or…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 7, 2026
- 115 views
Essential Sales Tax Compliance Strategies for Businesses Navigating the 2026 Fiscal Landscape
As the global economy enters the first quarter of 2026, corporate accounting departments and small business owners alike are facing what tax professionals describe as the most complex regulatory "perfect…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 7, 2026
- 131 views
The U.S. Net International Investment Position Reaches a Negative $27.61 Trillion in Q3 2025
The United States’ net international investment position, a critical indicator of the nation’s financial standing with the rest of the world, registered a deficit of $27.61 trillion at the close…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 7, 2026
- 123 views
March 2026 Sales Tax Due Dates A Comprehensive Guide for E-commerce Compliance and State Filing Requirements
As the first quarter of 2026 approaches its final month, businesses operating across the United States face a complex landscape of regulatory deadlines. March serves as a critical juncture for…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- March 7, 2026
- 105 views
The U.S. Economy Shows Widespread Growth in Third Quarter of 2025, Driven by Robust GDP and Personal Income Gains
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) today released its comprehensive third-quarter 2025 statistics, revealing a landscape of widespread economic expansion across all 50 states and the District of Columbia.…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- March 7, 2026
- 129 views
The Erosion of the Sales Tax Vendor Discount: Navigating New Compliance Challenges and Fiscal Realities for Businesses in 2026
For nearly a century, the relationship between state revenue departments and the private sector has been defined by a pragmatic compromise. Since the inception of state sales taxes during the…
