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Biden Infrastructure Plan Includes Tax Increases

Biden Infrastructure Plan Includes Tax Increases

One of the main priorities of the tax part of the plan is raising the corporate rate to 28% from 21%, a partial reversal of Donald Trump’s 2017 tax cut.

By Vincent Ryan | March 31, 2021

Early Days of the Biden Presidency: The Quiz

Early Days of the Biden Presidency: The Quiz

How much have you been following the first few weeks of the Biden administration? Take our quiz to find out.

By CFO Staff | February 24, 2021

Biden’s Trade Policy Stresses Investment in U.S. Jobs

Biden’s Trade Policy Stresses Investment in U.S. Jobs

An early peek at President Joe Biden’s trade policy reveals it could put North America and its workers back on center stage.

By Vincent Ryan | February 12, 2021

White House Shows Concern Over Chip Shortage

White House Shows Concern Over Chip Shortage

The administration is "identifying potential choke points in the supply chain" amid a shortage that has impacted automobile production around the world.

By Matthew Heller | February 11, 2021

Biden to Issue Executive Orders on Day One

Risk & Compliance

Biden to Issue Executive Orders on Day One

The orders will focus on health, racial equality, climate change, and ethics.

By Lauren Muskett | January 20, 2021

U.S. Adopts New Independent Contractor Rule

Workplace Issues

U.S. Adopts New Independent Contractor Rule

"At its core, the rule makes it easier to classify workers as independent contractors rather than employees."

By Matthew Heller | January 7, 2021

Biden to Tap Brian Deese as Top Economic Aide

Biden to Tap Brian Deese as Top Economic Aide

The appointment would being Deese back to the White House after three years as head of the sustainable investing group at investment giant BlackRock.

By Matthew Heller | November 30, 2020

Biden to Name Ex-Fed Chair Yellen to Lead Treasury

Biden to Name Ex-Fed Chair Yellen to Lead Treasury

"Janet Yellen is brilliant ... and seems to be popular in all factions, from the financial markets to Main Street."

By Matthew Heller | November 24, 2020

How the Biden Administration Could Benefit EV Players in the U.S.

Risk & Compliance

How the Biden Administration Could Benefit EV Players in the U.S.

The incoming administration's focus on environmental issues and reducing the domestic carbon footprint will likely have a dramatic impact, says one analyst.

By Vincent Ryan | November 24, 2020

Will U.S.-China Relationship Improve Under Joe Biden?

Will U.S.-China Relationship Improve Under Joe Biden?

“Both sides are under pressure to maintain a hawkish stance as domestic politics don't allow for yielding ground to someone else.”

By Lauren Muskett | November 9, 2020

The Prospect of Higher Taxes Could Spur Rush of Year-End PE Deals

The Prospect of Higher Taxes Could Spur Rush of Year-End PE Deals

Many PE players are starting to assess which way the political and fiscal winds are blowing and to work on getting deals done.

By Vincent Ryan | August 11, 2020

Biden Unveils Plan for $3.2 Trillion in Tax Hikes

Biden Unveils Plan for $3.2 Trillion in Tax Hikes

The plan, which omits a wealth tax, is "certainly more modest than those of other leading contenders" for the Democratic presidential nomination.

By Matthew Heller | December 5, 2019

Joe Biden’s Climate Proposal Calls for $1.7 Trillion Investment

Joe Biden’s Climate Proposal Calls for $1.7 Trillion Investment

The plan would be funded by rolling back the Trump administration’s tax breaks for corporations.

By Lauren Muskett | June 4, 2019

White House Cracks Down on Non-Competes

Human Capital & Careers

White House Cracks Down on Non-Competes

“No one should have to sit on the sidelines because of an unnecessary non-compete agreement," says Vice President Joe Biden.

By Matthew Heller | October 27, 2016