As the focus on environmental, social and governance initiatives continues to grow among companies, investors and consumers, 5G is poised to provide substantial environmental benefits relative to current and past network technologies. Read RSM’s outlook for the tech sector. … READ MORE >
Canada
Could the video gaming and esports industry be at the center of the next economic evolution?: Spring 2022 outlook
Video gaming and esports, perhaps at one time thought to be just a hobby for young children, should be discounted no more. VG&E is a multibillion-dollar industry poised to lead and remain at the center of a global economic renaissance. Read RSM’s outlook on the sector. … READ MORE >
Tech investment sets new records while cloud software growth continues: Spring 2022 outlook
In a year filled with pandemic challenges that included labor constraints and global supply chain issues, the technology ecosystem achieved new records in all categories of investment, including venture capital, private equity and initial public offerings, with both IPOs and special purpose acquisition company transactions hitting new highs. … READ MORE >
Technology, media and telecom industry outlook: Spring 2022
The technology, media and telecom sectors have been influential during the pandemic, maintaining and even increasing productivity, efficiency and connectivity for companies and individuals alike. Read RSM’s industry outlook for the details. … READ MORE >
Inflation in Canada surpasses 5% amid broad price increases
Households continued to feel the impact of rising prices for essential items, with food up by 5.7%, shelter rising by 6.2% and gasoline increasing by 31.7% on a year-over-year basis.
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Protests’ ramifications on the Canadian economy
The trucker convoy has shuttered the Canadian economy, with consequences reaching far beyond cross-border trade and encompassing the supply chain, inflation, the labor market and economic growth. … READ MORE >
Consumer products industry outlook: Spring 2022
From managing supply chain challenges to addressing the tight labor market, consumer products businesses face a variety of issues this year. … READ MORE >
Retailers capitalize on opportunities while restaurants look for consistency: Spring 2022 outlook
Retailers are looking to capitalize on changing consumer behaviors while restaurants continue to seek sure footing in 2022. … READ MORE >
Price increases are necessary but could prove costly for food and beverage companies: Spring 2022 outlook
Growing food and beverage businesses will maintain or improve market share while passing along costs to consumers. … READ MORE >
Can apparel sales growth continue? – Spring 2022 outlook
What’s in store for apparel and other consumer goods companies? From inventory levels to consumers’ increased mobility, there’s much to consider. … READ MORE >