Bond-rating agency Moody’s Investors Services changed its outlook for the debt of two of the largest wealth management firms, but noted uncertainties in their businesses that could cause ripples. After Moody’s affirmed “B3” corporate ratings for the parent companies of Advisor Group and Cetera Financial Group and revised their outlook from “negative” on Jan. 14, […]
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Business lesson learned during COVID-19
If you’re like many small business owners you’re probably astounded by how the world has changed in a very short time. While we can all hope that the pandemic is a once-in-a-lifetime scenario, the truth is there is a lot in life and in business that is uncertain, and there is a great deal we […]
Silver stocks explode, most heavily shorted stonks, Vix spikes
[embedded content] Subscribe! Today on the Untitled Chart Show, JC Parets of All Star Charts and Downtown Josh Brown take a look at the biggest trends in the markets right now, including: ►The highest VIX ever for a less than 5% S&P 500 decline – fear is everywhere ►Financial stocks (XLF) struggling to bust back […]
Accounting profession marks centennial of first Black CPA with new diversity campaign – Accounting Today
As February marks the beginning of Black History Month, organizations across the accounting profession have marked the occasion by commemorating the 100th anniversary of John Cromwell, Jr. becoming the first registered Black CPA with a new yearlong diversity program. On Monday, a number of prominent accounting organizations — including the American Institute of CPAs, the […]
PPP advice for firms: Preach patience to clients
Carl Peterson, CPA, CGMA, has a recommendation for accounting firms facing a torrent of client demands and deadlines caused by the confluence of tax season and the reopening of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Take the time to do it right. Peterson, the AICPA’s vice president–Small Firm Interests, offered those words of wisdom during a […]
Wall Street Conspiracy Theory Breakdown w/ Josh Brown | DESUS & MERO | SHOWTIME
[embedded content] Thanks to my guys Desus & Mero for having me on the premiere of their third season at Showtime. So much fun! Watch it above!
Latest Income Tax Slab FY 2021-22 (AY 2022-23) – Budget 2021 -22 Review
Income tax rule changes and latest income tax slab these are two main things which most of the people look for in Budget. I am sure you are also looking for detail about Latest Income Tax Slab FY 2021-22 (AY 2022-23). In this post, I will share key highlights of Union budget 2021-22 and Income […]
Verizon plans virtual Fortnite stadium, big game ad and star-studded concert around Super Bowl
Verizon’s virtual Fortnite stadium. Verizon It’s not the Super Bowl anyone planned. But Verizon chief marketing officer Diego Scotti said the company approached this year’s game with the idea that this would be the brand’s “best Super Bowl ever,” as it seeks to reach consumers in new ways this year. The company will appear around […]
PIMFA urges radical reform of advice sector
Wealth manager trade body PIMFA has called for radical reform of the advice sector to reach more consumers. It is urging the industry, Government and regulators to work together to increase access to financial advice. It says the latest surveys reveal a woeful lack of consumer usage of financial advisers. PIMFA has published 12 […]
Maryland’s Tom Hood joins the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
Tom Hood, the longtime CEO of the Maryland Association of CPAs, has joined the leadership team of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (the Association). As executive vice president of business growth and engagement, Hood will report to Barry Melancon, CPA, CGMA, the Association’s CEO. Hood has served as CEO of the Maryland Association […]