The Q2 2026 Global Economic Conditions Survey by ACCA and IMA reveals a sharp rise in operating costs for accountants and CFOs worldwide, driven by the Middle East conflict, soaring commodity prices, and supply chain issues. Over 75% of accountants and 83% of CFOs reported increased costs, reaching near-record levels. Despite this, global economic confidence improved slightly from a low in Q1, reflecting resilience and hopes for conflict resolution. However, indicators like new orders and employment suggest slower growth ahead, with economic pressures now the top risk concern globally.
Apollo Global Management reported record fee-related earnings of $785 million in Q2, a 25% increase year-over-year, with fee margins expanding to 58.5%. The company saw strong 34% growth in fee-generating assets under management and achieved a record...
In Austria, selling Bitcoin directly between private individuals is taxed the same as sales via crypto exchanges. The taxable event is the capital gain—the difference between sale proceeds and acquisition cost—with a 27.5% tax rate for Bitcoin acquir...
The U.S. SEC has approved Evernorth's registration, clearing the way for its $1 billion Nasdaq listing under the ticker XRPN through a merger with Armada Acquisition Corp. II. Evernorth plans to actively manage its XRP treasury to generate yield and ...
Amprius Technologies is benefiting from strong demand for drone batteries, reporting a 125.7% year-over-year revenue increase and improved gross margins. The company raised its 2026 revenue forecast to at least $140 million and aims for $600 million ...
INmune Bio is considered significantly undervalued with its treatment Ebstrocel for Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa (RDEB) driving a strong investment case. Ebstrocel offers systemic itch reduction, setting it apart from competitors like K...
