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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently approved new listing rules that will require Nasdaq-listed companies with six or more directors to have, or explain why they do not have, at least two diverse directors.

When the rules first came out, it was one or the other – Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) or Employee Retention Credit (ERC).

North American M&A deal activity remained strong in Q2 of 2021, following a strong first quarter in 2021 and a record breaking fourth quarter in 2020.

This week ‒ finally ‒ the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (Tax Department) issued a Technical Services Memorandum, TSB-M-21(1)C,(1)l, addressing open issues regarding New York’s new pass-through entity tax (PTET).

Acts of self-dealing come in many forms, and it is vital that foundation managers and board members are mindful of the different types of self-dealing prohibitions and the potential consequences to the foundation and the individuals involved in the act.

The CARES Act Provider Relief Fund (PRF) reporting portal has been officially opened and the reporting deadline for any combined PRF funds exceeding $10,000 received within the first reporting period (see table below) is due by September 30, 2021.

The U.S. Treasury’s Reporting Requirements and Deadlines Report 1 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) for Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) is due August 31, 2021

Donor transparency versus donor privacy; substantial government interest versus an undue burden. This has been the subject of debate and litigation for nearly a decade.

After many delays, the implementation date for the new lease accounting standard is right around the corner.

One of the best ways to increase and preserve your family’s wealth is smart tax planning.

As you may be aware, PKF O’Connor Davies specialists from various disciplines, including our IT consultancy practice, serve as the vCISO (a.k.a. virtual Chief Information Security Officer) for many outside businesses.

Climate risk is the latest existential threat in the portfolio of 2021 worries. While most Americans have endured a brutally hot, humid and inclement summer, it can be hard to see the connection between climate risk and the economy beyond higher prices for commodities, including fruits and vegetables, and related supply chain issues.