Executive optimism holds strong due to the increase in the U.S. space budget and global demand for services dependent on data obtained in space. Government contracts are providing a safe environment for space companies. … READ MORE >
Business and professional services
Government services companies optimistic
Government services companies have a renewed focus on organic growth, cutting-edge technologies and a normalizing labor market. … READ MORE >
Defense tech companies seek growth
Workforce issues, supply chain problems and inflation continue to challenge contractors’ ability to improve operating margins. … READ MORE >
Key highlights of the FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA ) focuses on improving and protecting the DoD’s supply chain and strengthening military readiness. Contractors may be pleased to see that Congress has increased funding for certain aspects of the nation’s defense. … READ MORE >
Government services businesses look to the future
Government services businesses are focused on predicting and addressing opportunities … READ MORE >
Outer space: an endless frontier of opportunities for federal contractors
Investors, governments and contractors are optimistic about the technological and business potential of outer space. … READ MORE >
Staffing firms see strong demand as hiring remains steady
The demand for staffing firms is the highest it has been in almost two years. … READ MORE >
Law firms are feeling pressure despite steady growth in demand and rates
Despite steady growth in demand for law services and lawyer billing rates in the first quarter of 2022, labor market challenges and inflationary pressures threaten profitability. … READ MORE >
Law firms navigating uncertainties can look to historically reliable indicators
Historically, real GDP and levels of activity involving initial public offerings and mergers and acquisitions have correlated to law service demand. So, although the true impacts of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine will not be understood for a while, law firms in search of clarity can look to those indicators. … READ MORE >
Environmental and facilities services see a sunrise powered by legislation, automation: Spring 2022 outlook
Environmental and facilities services companies are poised to take advantage of infrastructure legislation and productivity-enhancing technology. … READ MORE >