Economy January 16, 2026
Accountants Enter 2026 Downbeat on Global Economic Prospects
Responses from almost 1,200 finance professionals demonstrated weak global confidence mostly unchanged over the majority of the past year.
Financial Reporting January 15, 2026
CFO Optimism Remains Steady Despite Volatile Year: Grant Thornton Survey
A significant majority (67%) expect their IT and digital transformation expenses to increase in the next year, marking a 20-quarter high.
Payroll January 12, 2026
Social Security Changes in 2026: What Retirees and Workers Need to Know
As 2026 begins, several updates to Social Security rules and benefits are taking effect, such as the full retirement age is now 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later.
Payroll January 12, 2026
61% With Credit Card Debt Have Had It For At Least a Year
31% of credit cardholders have been in debt for at least three years and 21% who have been in debt for at least five years.
Payroll January 9, 2026
U.S. Payrolls Rise a Below-Forecast 50,000 But Unemployment Lower
U.S. employers added fewer jobs than expected in December, capping a yearlong slowdown in the labor market defined by cautious hiring and limited layoffs.
Taxes January 9, 2026
Opinion: Americans Are Living in the Worst of All Tax Worlds
There's no doubt the U.S. needs more tax revenue, but there are far better ways to get it than tariffs, wealth taxes, or flat taxes.
Payroll January 8, 2026
U.S. Job Openings Decline to Lowest Level in More Than a Year
The number of available positions decreased to 7.15 million in November from a downwardly revised 7.45 million in the prior month, Bureau of Labor Statistics data showed Wednesday.
Staffing January 8, 2026
47% of Workers Plan to Job Hunt in 2026, But 53% Are Staying Put Amid Market Fear
Workers want higher pay, better benefits, and more growth — but many fear a weakening job market, longer hiring timelines, and the risk of losing stability or remote work.
General News January 5, 2026
Bloomberg: Trump’s Venezuela Oil Revival Plan is a $100 Billion Gamble
Realizing President Donald Trump’s plan for a U.S.-led revival of Venezuela’s beleaguered oil industry could be a years-long and challenging process costing upwards of $100 billion.
Payroll January 5, 2026
Econometer: Are Americans’ Household Debt Levels a Major Concern for the Economy?
Holiday spending was expected to be tempered this year but the latest data shows Americans aren’t slowing down, even with growing debt.
Payroll December 29, 2025
Poll: Nearly Half of Americans Think Their Financial Security Is Worsening
The poll’s findings reflect a country that is growing more sour with the economy, despite President Donald Trump’s repeated attempts to allay concerns about the cost of living.
General News December 29, 2025
Mortgage Rates Could Drop Below 6% in 2026
Mortgage rates could briefly drop below 6 percent in 2026 which could unlock parts of the Las Vegas Valley housing market, according to a new forecast.