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Tech visa applications fall 11%
Analysis by RSM UK shows that applications for UK tech visas from overseas workers have decreased by 11%, falling from 8,739 in Q2 2025 to 7,768 in Q3. This decline raises concerns about talent shortages in the tech sector. James Bull, senior analyst at RSM UK, said: “Tech businesses are being hit with both a…
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The Ultimate Lease Accounting Guide
Lease accounting compliance was not a one-time project; it is a continuous cycle of updates and reconciliations. This 44-page guide is designed for accountants managing the ongoing complexities of ASC 842, including lease modifications, term reassessments, and asset impairments. Ensure your balance sheet reflects the current reality of your portfolio. Gain the technical clarity needed…
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The U.S. states with the highest property tax rates in 2026
The average U.S. household spends $3,119 annually on property taxes, with an additional $499 for vehicle property taxes in 26 states, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. WalletHub’s 2026 Property Taxes by State report reveals significant disparities across states. “Some states charge no property taxes at all, while others charge an arm and a leg,”…
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Industrial production posts strongest gain in nearly a year
U.S. industrial production rose 0.7% in January, marking its largest increase in nearly a year, driven by broad gains in manufacturing and higher utility output, according to Federal Reserve data. Manufacturing output, which accounts for about three-quarters of total production, climbed 0.6% – the strongest rise since February 2025. Gains were widespread, including increases in…
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Trump administration identifies 40,000 more borrowers for student loan forgiveness
The Trump administration identified more than 40,000 federal student loan borrowers as eligible for debt forgiveness in January, according to a recent court filing. Roughly 22,000 qualified under income-driven repayment plans, which cancel remaining balances after 20 or 25 years of payments, while 18,160 borrowers became eligible through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program…
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TUC urges Bank of England to cut rates
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) is urging the Bank of England to reduce interest rates to stimulate economic growth. TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak said: “The Bank of England has a crucial role to play here. Last year they were overly cautious and too slow to act. They should go for growth with a sequence…
