The debt ceiling stand-off: Frequently asked questions
What exactly is the debt ceiling, and other frequently asked questions.
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What would happen if the government defaults on its debt?
Policy brinksmanship over lifting the debt ceiling and the threat of default it brings is increasing the cost of doing business and carries far more risk than is commonly acknowledged.
U.S. inventories are growing at twice the rate of sales
The surge in inventories raises the risk that firms will be caught with excess supplies just as demand begins to slow down this year.
Retirement plan changes for long-term, part-time employees
SECURE 2.0 changes the rules for how long-term, part-time employees are treated for purposes of 401(k) and 403(b) retirement plans.
Required minimum distributions after SECURE 2.0
SECURE 2.0 changes the rules governing how and when certain retirement savers can withdraw money from their retirement accounts and IRAs.
Retail sales post strong gains in January, though it may not last
Sales increased by 3.0% on the month and by 2.3% if automobiles are excluded, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Rising interest payments, deficits and the debt ceiling crisis
The mounting stand-off over raising the federal government’s debt ceiling has put a renewed focus on the rising cost of financing the nation’s debt.
Business ownership: Startup challenges and opportunities
Starting a business is exhilarating and daunting. RSM advises business owners in all phases of the business lifecycle.
Business ownership: A focus on growth
The business startup lifecycle: Answers to common questions business owners ask in the growth stage.
Business ownership: The dynamics of a mature business
Mature businesses need to prepare for what lies ahead. RSM advises business owners in all phases of the business lifecycle.
Business ownership: Business transition
Preparing for the sale or transition of a business. RSM advises business owners in all phases of the business lifecycle.
Business ownership: Launch with confidence
Discover the opportunities and challenges as you get ready to take your business to the marketplace. RSM advises business owners in all phases of the business lifecycle.
Paycheck Protection Program: Speed came at a price
The Paycheck Protection Program had a clear impact on preserving jobs among small and midsize businesses. But it came at a steep cost, both in dollar terms and in reach.
4 areas of focus for financial institutions in early 2023
Despite the lift in financial institutions" net interest margins from unprecedented rate hikes, the headwinds facing the industry through declining macroeconomic conditions are creating unique downside risks for the nation’s banking system.
Fed hikes rates by 25 basis points as it approaches peak
The central bank hiked its policy rate by 25 basis points to a range between 4.5% and 4.75%, its eighth straight increase, though lower than the recent hikes.
Job openings rise again in December, adding to pressure on the Fed
The number of job vacancies jumped to 11 million in December from 10.4 million.