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In the latest episode of Opportunity (In)sight, we take a deep dive into the ever-evolving landscape of crucial economic trends and their influence on business strategies and results.   We explore questions like: How is the escalating cost of childcare affecting the labor market? What lessons can the "broken windows fallacy" offer us in understanding extreme weather events? What are the driving forces and subtleties of strategic shoring in the global supply chains?   Our team at KPMG Economics provides insightful answers to these questions and offers even more in-depth analysis. Click to read Episode 7.

We send our warm wishes for a safe, joyful, and healthy Thanksgiving. May your holiday be filled with the warmth of loved ones and the joy of gratitude.

Disposable personal #incomes jumped 0.4% in October but inflation remains sticky. Service-sector prices were up 3.5% year-over-year with the main drivers in October being financial services, airfares and elder care. Debate will be heated over a rate cut in December given the momentum on inflation is moving the wrong direction. Some on the Fed may want to skip given the underlying strength among consumers. #Fed #inflation

Anne Zavarella is now co-Leader of the KPMG Board Leadership Center (BLC). With over 20 years of experience, Anne will champion corporate governance and share insights with boards and business leaders. She will focus on crucial matters influencing businesses, from tax and regulatory priorities to financial reporting and internal controls. Anne's passion for diversity and inclusion in the boardroom will advance the BLC's commitment to promoting diverse perspectives. Congratulations, Anne, on your new role! Read more here: https://ow.ly/HEUu50Ugl0U #KPMGBLC

Upon launching the findings of our inaugural friends@work Survey, KPMG US Vice Chair of Talent & Culture, Sandy Torchia reinforced the importance of employers offering a platform for meaningful connection outside of work on CBS Chicago Radio.    Listen below and tap into the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eaaKJEEr 

Get ready to dream big and lead boldly. At KPMG, being a senior leader means building teams, driving innovation, and helping professionals grow at every level. Discover how you can leverage your skills and transformative ideas to shape the future of our firm and the industries we serve. Join us and make a lasting impact! https://ow.ly/zjo750UcU5H

The use of #AI and #GenAI is expanding, with more companies using it for financial planning, accounting, risk management, tax management and more.     Next week, KPMG US will release the findings from its latest survey on AI in financial reporting. Before unveiling the data, we want to hear from you ⤵ 

As IT internal audit teams are actively planning for 2025, it is important for them to understand the organizational IT strategy and align the plan to the strategic direction of the company. With so much change, such as the continued evolution of the cloud landscape, artificial intelligence (AI), increased levels of technical debt and increased focus from regulators on IT matters, organizations must be able to articulate how their plan is aligned to the risks of the enterprise. Our new article highlights trends across the marketplace that can help guide IT internal audit teams in driving value, as they begin to formulate a comprehensive IT internal audit framework for 2025. Click here to read more: https://ow.ly/WtJv50U8eaX

🎧 The Proximity Premium podcast is live! Tap into a new series discussing the changing landscape of supply chain management and how leaders are turning to strategic shoring to advance growth in the Americas. 📻 Shifting shores, featuring Sam Rosen, President at Ollin Plastics 📻 The new reality of strategic shoring, featuring Martin Van Trieste, Author and Pharmacist, President Emeritus at Civica Rx 📻 Fragile or Agile?, featuring Roberto Duran-Fernandez, Research Professor at the School of Government, Tecnológico de Monterrey 📻 Growth and resilience, featuring Tisha Livingston & Mike Zelkind, executives at 80 Acres Farms 📻 Beyond transactional talent, featuring Rick McDonald, retired SVP Chief Supply Chain Officer at The Clorox Company 📻 Strategic shoring new value equation, featuring Chris Callieri, Chief Supply Chain Officer Victoria’s Secret & Co. Listen today: https://lnkd.in/dg64pecg

Congratulations to KPMG Brand Ambassador, Maverick McNealy, who has just secured his first PGA Tour victory! We're excited to see what's next for him on the PGA Tour! Read more about his victory here: https://lnkd.in/exE8prgR