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The October 2024 report by the NFIB Research Foundation has signaled a notable increase in optimism among small business owners within the United States, with the organization's Small Business Optimism Index rising by 2.2 points to 93.7. This data, collected by the National Federation of

As we step into a new month and quarter, the economic calendar is loaded with key events and data releases that will provide valuable insights into global and regional economies. These announcements are expected to shed light on various economic parameters, from employment figures to inflation

The "2025 Commercial Real Estate Outlook" from Deloitte Center for Financial Services, authored by industry leaders Jeffrey J. Smith, Kathy Feucht, Renea Burns, Tim Coy, and Jim Eckenrode, delves into the evolving landscape of the commercial real estate (CRE) market and anticipates the

In the midst of a landscape set for significant tax reform, the idea of implementing a financial transaction tax (FTT) on Wall Street has emerged as a potential game changer. Susan Harley’s article, "Wall Street Sales Tax Could Fund Huge Improvements," delves into the benefits of such a t

The proposal to establish a financial transaction tax (FTT) on Wall Street trades has gained traction as a potential means to generate significant revenue and foster economic fairness in the United States. This tax, which would apply to stock, bond, and derivative transactions, has the potential to

The efficacy of the inverted yield curve as a recession predictor has long been a topic of interest for economists and financial analysts alike. Traditionally, an inverted yield curve, where long-term interest rates fall below short-term rates, signals the likelihood of an impending recession.