Small Business Owners’ Optimism Reaches New High at Year’s Midway Point
Small business owners have higher hopes for the future, although inflation continues to be a thorny obstacle, the NFIB said.
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Unlocking Growth: How to Effectively Market Client Accounting Services (CAS)
In the competitive world of accounting and advisory services, offering Client Accounting Services (CAS) or Client Accounting Advisory Services (CAAS) can set firms apart and strengthen client relationships.
Retailers Saw Moderate Growth in June
Total retail sales, excluding automobiles and gasoline, were up 0.47% seasonally adjusted month over month and up 3.42% unadjusted year over year in June, according to the Retail Monitor.
Hidden Fees Surprise E-Commerce Shoppers as Global Sales Challenges Increase
Around two-thirds of both the 16–24-year-old (63%) and 25-34-year-old (68%) age groups surveyed made international purchases in the last year, compared to only 41% of shoppers over the age of 55.
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Cross-Border Issues Add Challenges to Growing Businesses
The findings reveal a complex compliance landscape and a disconnect between consumer expectations and the realities of cross-border commerce.
AICPA Offers Comments on Proposed Regs for Registered Investment Advisors
The AICPA is asking the SEC to address concerns of redundant duties when an RIA holds all their investments with a custodian and the significant administrative burden on small CPA firms that are also small RIAs.
Retail Imports Continue to Rise, Despite Supply Chain Challenges
Monthly inbound cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is continuing to rise despite a variety of supply chain challenges, according to the Global Port Tracker report from the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.
Xero Accepting Entries for the Xero Beautiful Business Fund
The program is an initiative offering more than $460,000 in funding to support small businesses and non profits with their growth plans and help drive future success.