Government shutdown

Companies’ Stated Cash Intentions Merit Skepticism
Strategy

Companies’ Stated Cash Intentions Merit Skepticism

Treasury and finance professionals say they'll deploy more of their cash this quarter — but they've said that before, and often.
By David McCann | January 29, 2019
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Shutdown Puts Cloud on Southwest’s Revenue
Growth Strategies

Shutdown Puts Cloud on Southwest’s Revenue

The airline posted strong Q4 earnings but said the government shutdown has reduced revenue so far this month by as much as $15 million.
By Matthew Heller | January 24, 2019
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White House Doubles Shutdown Cost Estimate
The Economy

White House Doubles Shutdown Cost Estimate

The Trump administration now believes the government shutdown will subtract 0.1 percentage point from GDP growth every week.
By Matthew Heller | January 15, 2019
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Government Shutdown Drags Into Week Three
Risk & Compliance

Government Shutdown Drags Into Week Three

The partial federal government shutdown is stretching into day 17 with no immediate end in sight.
By William Sprouse | January 7, 2019
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Short-Term Funding Bill May Avert Shutdown
Budgeting & Planning

Short-Term Funding Bill May Avert Shutdown

Congressional leaders are expected to vote on a stopgap measure that would give them another week to negotiate a longer-term bill.
By Matthew Heller | April 27, 2017
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Seven Hot Topics for Boards in 2014
The Economy

Seven Hot Topics for Boards in 2014

Here's what CFOs need to know about what will be going on in boardrooms as they head into next year.
By David McCann | December 6, 2013
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The Economy? Don’t Worry! Be Happy!
Global Business

The Economy? Don’t Worry! Be Happy!

The economic picture is far from bleak, a leading economist tells a group of CFOs. But companies must increase wages to keep the momentum going, he adds.
By David McCann | October 29, 2013
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Treasurers Brace for Market Turmoil
Forecasting

Treasurers Brace for Market Turmoil

As Congress fails to repair the rift over raising the nation’s borrowing limit, smart companies are guarding against a liquidity crisis.
By Vincent Ryan | October 15, 2013
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SEC Will Keep Its Doors Open (For Now)
The Economy

SEC Will Keep Its Doors Open (For Now)

Even if Congress lets the U.S. government shut down, the Securities and Exchange Commission plans to continue to operate and stay fully staffed.
By Marielle Segarra | September 30, 2013
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