The Pulse on the Economy and Capital Markets: Jan 10 – Jan 14, 2022

At a glance: The markets switched things up last week as U.S. stocks declined and international stocks rebounded. In contrast, emerging markets held strong despite the decline in the U.S. dollar and increase in commodity costs. The consumer price index (CPI) reached its highest reading in more than 30 years. Markets are expecting the Federal…

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The DOL Delivers Final Ruling on Reinstated 80/20 Rule

At a glance Schedule a free consultation with Aprio’s Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality team today. The full story: On October 29, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published a final ruling on “dual jobs,” which will reinstate the 80/20 rule as well as introduce a new 30-minute rule for tipped employees. The final ruling…

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The Pulse on the Economy and Capital Markets: Nov 29 – Dec 3, 2021

At a glance: Overall, the markets struggled with commodities and crypto declining and Bitcoin fell 15 percent over the weekend. The defensive nature of the bond markets makes them the MVP over the last week. Investors are keeping an eye on how the Federal Reserve will address inflation. Technology markets saw semiconductors hold on strong…

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Building a Better AML Program for Money Services Businesses

At a glance: Schedule a consultation today with one of Aprio’s Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists The full story: From the check-cashing business on the corner to the prepaid gift cards in your local convenience store, there are many ways to access and exchange money outside of standard banking institutions. While these alternatives can be an…

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How the ESG Movement is Driving Value in Private Company M&A

At a glance: ESG gains steam: The ESG topic has dominated headlines recently in light of the events of the past year. Create a tangible impact: Below we explain what ESG means to your business and how you can incorporate it into your M&A and investment decisions to drive value. ESG expertise matters: Aprio’s experts…

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Webinar: The Anatomy of a Successful Sale

Watch the webinar for a deep dive into the process steps behind successful manufacturing and distribution sales transactions. Our panel of experts will share the real-world experiences that demonstrate the strategies and tactics that increase value, overcome obstacles and manage risks. This webinar shows you how to: Define your success criteria and weigh the importance…

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New Procedures for PPP Loans for Changes in Ownership

On October 2, 2020, the SBA released a Procedural Notice (the “Notice”) regarding Paycheck Protection Program Loans and Changes of Ownership.  The notice clarifies what constitutes a change in ownership and the steps a Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) loan borrower must take. Change in ownership defined: The Notice defined that, for purposes of the PPP,…

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Weighing the Risks of a Technology M&A Transaction During the Pandemic

Technology companies and startups have historically thrived off M&A transactions, but the pandemic has added a new layer of uncertainty to an already complex process. Businesses in the software and technology industries right now are facing pivotal questions, like: Is an M&A transaction still possible? What are the new risks related to COVID-19? How can…

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How to Navigate an M&A Transaction with a PPP Loan

As the reality of the pandemic and its longevity begins to sink in for American business owners, many are realizing that they can’t put their companies’ futures on hold forever. For some, this means moving forward with potential mergers and acquisitions. In light of the various relief programs offered to companies, namely the PPP loan,…

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