China targets tax dodges by sellers on Amazon, e-commerce sites
Chinese tax authorities ordered e-commerce giants to hand over sales data for the first time, in a rare move to crack down on tax evasion.
FASB updates accounting for purchased loans as it faces funding threat
The Financial Accounting Standards Board aims to improving the accounting for purchased loans as it confronts a potential threat from House Republicans.
Teachers don’t usually itemize — OBBBA could bring savings if they do
The higher standard deduction since 2017 has dramatically reduced itemization. But the new law provides incentive for teachers to consider whether that’s feasible.
CBIZ releases tax planning guide
CBIZ has released its 2026 Tax Planning Guide, offering a resource to help businesses and individuals navigate the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
M&A roundup: Crete and Mercer expand
Crete Professionals Alliance added Acuity; and Mercer Advisors acquired Beach Freeman Lim & Cleland.
Auditors confront era of ‘hypervolatility’
A new report finds internal audit professionals adjusting to flat and shrinking budgets and the encroachments of artificial intelligence.
IRS allows staking of crypto assets in trusts
The Internal Revenue Service has provided a safe harbor for certain trusts enabling them to stake their digital assets without jeopardizing their tax status.
M&A roundup: Three Top 100 deals
Citrin Cooperman merged in KBFM; Brown Edwards acquired DesRoches; and Pinion added Gifford & Cox.
Government shutdown leaves IRS in limbo
As the Senate advances a possible end to the 40-day government shutdown, the IRS is adjusting its plans amid a wave of layoffs and program closings.
Ready, set, Roth: How 401(k) catch-ups are changing in 2026
The industry asked for and received a delay in the rule from the IRS in 2023. Now that it’s going into effect, here are the key implications for sponsors and savers.