RSM’s survey for its proprietary Middle Market Business Index for July suggested that the Main Street Lending Program could gain broader participation with targeted changes and greater clarity about the program. … READ MORE >
RSM Middle Market Business Index
As demand for commercial loans rises, so do underwriting standards
The increase in demand is consistent with the latest results from the RSM Middle Market Business Index, which indicate that an increasing number of respondents either sought special financing during the survey period or are planning to seek special financing over the next six months. … READ MORE >
Jobs report clunker puts June rate cut on the table
An interest rate cut at the June 19 Federal Reserve meeting is now on the table as firms pulled back significantly on hiring in May. The weak hiring report is likely due to the uncertainty tax linked to trade policy out of the White House that has been placed on the economy. … READ MORE >
Cyberthreats for middle market companies are increasing–RSM MMBI Survey
Unauthorized users will attempt to access proprietary data at more than half of the middle market businesses polled by the proprietary RSM US Middle Market Business Index survey in the first quarter—up significantly from 47 percent in 2018—illustrating that companies continue to battle the moving target of cyberthreats afflicting organizations of all sizes. … READ MORE >