Robust wage growth over the past two years, coupled with improved price stability, has positioned American consumers advantageously for the holiday season. … READ MORE >
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Human capital management companies discuss innovation and growth on Q3 earnings calls
Human capital management companies are focused on innovative approaches and strategic initiatives that led to increased client retention and growth … READ MORE >
Higher tariffs are likely coming; consumer businesses should prepare
As consumer products companies look to a new Trump administration, higher tariffs are most likely on the way. Businesses that prepare now, even as they wait for the tariffs to take shape, will be better positioned to maximize their margins. … READ MORE >
New space launch law comes as satellite industry grows
The Biden administration’s Launch Communications Act, signed into law Sept. 26, aims to streamline the Federal Communications Commission’s process for regulating radio frequencies during commercial space launches and reentries. With this new law, satellite companies should expect a more efficient process for satellite launches and reentries. … READ MORE >
Housing starts and permits fall in October as hurricanes take a toll
The total number of starts in October was 1.3 million, marking the 30th straight month of staying below our long-term sustainable level of 1.7 million. … READ MORE >
The U.S. economic year ahead: Regime change, growth and rising interest rates
The American economy continues to undergo a regime change that will bring less volatility and greater resilience to shocks. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of November 11, 2024
Addressing clinical trials challenges in the biopharma ecosystem. This and more in this week’s life sciences update. … READ MORE >
U.S. retail sales decelerated in October
The mixed results in the October report should not change the likelihood that the Federal Reserve will cut its policy rate in December. … READ MORE >
Holiday season business insights: Shorter season, early shopping and fast shipping
Consumer products companies should encourage early shopping, plan for shipping constraints across the supply chain and engage post-holiday shoppers. … READ MORE >
Falling jobless claims and firmer inflation point to slower rate cuts
It will most likely will take longer for the Fed to get to its destination of a 2.9% policy rate as it forecast in September. … READ MORE >