Overview: Fed policy remains on hold: At the April 2026 FOMC meeting, the Federal Reserve kept the policy rate at 3.50%–3.75% amid elevated inflation and energy-driven uncertainty, with notable internal dissent underscoring an approaching, but not imminent, pivot...
If you are considering selling your business, getting familiar with the key aspects of a purchase agreement is important. A purchase agreement is the document that governs the legal aspects of an M&A transaction. The document is lengthy, with legal language that...
Why Value Drivers Matter Value drivers are the core elements that ultimately dictate your company’s valuation, whether you are preparing for growth, a future sale, or raising capital. They give structure and purpose to planning, helping leaders cut through noise and...
Overview: A. Fed Policy Update: At its first policy meeting of 2026, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decided to maintain the federal funds rate target range at 3.50%–3.75%, pausing after three consecutive cuts in late 2025. This marks the first hold since the...
Mergers and acquisitions can represent a transformative milestone for any company, but behind the scenes lies one of the most crucial phases of the entire process: due diligence. This comprehensive review period is where opportunities are validated, risks are...
Executive Summary Overview The latest monthly economic information is lacking due to the U.S. government shutdown. CCA is providing an update based upon recently available data. A. Monetary Policy Outlook – The Fed cut rates by 25 bps at its October meeting,...
