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U.S. economy remained resilient in first quarter amid signs of future softening

U.S. economy remained resilient in first quarter amid signs of future softening

The data is not likely to change the Federal Reserve's course on monetary policy, with the central bank likely to hold rates steady at its May meeting.
Credits and incentives available to retirement plan sponsors

Credits and incentives available to retirement plan sponsors

Employers with less than 100 employees who have recently adopted or are considering a retirement plan have a tax savings opportunity.
Exploring holding companies: how they work and why they matter

Exploring holding companies: how they work and why they matter

Holding companies offer benefits such as tax efficiency, liability protection, and privacy, but they also present challenges and complexity. ...
IRS cautions against companies misrepresenting wellness and nutrition expenses as medical costs

IRS cautions against companies misrepresenting wellness and nutrition expenses as medical costs

The IRS has issued a warning against companies misrepresenting personal health and wellness expenses as medical expenses. Understand the ...
Mitigating the Risk of Deepfake Fraud

Mitigating the Risk of Deepfake Fraud

With the rise of AI, deepfake fraud is on the rise, resulting in significant financial losses for companies. Explore the need for increased ...
Fed holds rates steady as it implies three rate cuts in 2024

Fed holds rates steady as it implies three rate cuts in 2024

The primary takeaway from the Federal Open Market Committee's policy statement and forecast is that the Fed, along with other major central banks.
Tax policy’s impact on decarbonization for manufacturers

Tax policy’s impact on decarbonization for manufacturers

Tax policy is driving the decarbonization of many industrials companies. In the United States, nearly two years after the passage of the ...
FMF&E A Business of the Year Finalist

FMF&E A Business of the Year Finalist

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The leader of the U.S. AI Safety Institute will deliver keynote remarks at CenterState CEO’s annual meeting, which is set ...
Industrial production rises to highest level in three months

Industrial production rises to highest level in three months

Overall industrial production volume rose by 0.1% on the back of robust manufacturing production, which grew by 0.8% on the month, the Federal ...
February consumer price index: Sticky yet under control

February consumer price index: Sticky yet under control

Inflation remains below wage growth as real hourly wages increased by 1.1% on the month and on a year-ago basis.
Softer economic data helps ease inflation concerns

Softer economic data helps ease inflation concerns

The softer data in manufacturing activities, construction spending and consumer sentiment at the beginning of the year should alleviate concerns ...
Rollout of the IRS’s $1 billion penalty relief program

Rollout of the IRS’s $1 billion penalty relief program

The IRS is offering a penalty relief program to taxpayers affected by its operational difficulties during the pandemic. Find out if you qualify ...
Recent changes: retirement plan eligibility for long-term part-time employees

Recent changes: retirement plan eligibility for long-term part-time employees

As of 2024, certain long-term part-time employees are eligible to participate in 401(k) plans. This article provides a detailed understanding of ...
Investors navigate real estate industry disruption

Investors navigate real estate industry disruption

The real estate industry is navigating unfamiliar territory as elevated interest rates cause concern across investment sectors.
The IRS urges businesses to review ERC claims for 7 common red flags

The IRS urges businesses to review ERC claims for 7 common red flags

IRS urges employers to review ERC claims before the Voluntary Disclosure Program deadline of March 22, 2024. The agency warns of 7 common signs ...
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