The County Council’s recent debate over its annual budget highlights the significant challenges in long-term planning for Horry County. With the current budget, the Council has committed taxpayers to funding capital projects such as the jail expansion and construction of five new libraries over as many years as well as subsidies for Coast RTA. In … Continue reading Is the Horry County Council making financially responsible decisions?
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Highland Global’s professionals regularly publish articles, white papers, and expert commentary in industry journals, online platforms, and financial publications. Our work reflects decades of experience in business valuation, SBA compliance, and strategic advisory services. This collection includes technical research, thought leadership, and peer-reviewed work designed to support education, transparency, and high standards in the valuation profession.
Valuation Brief: M&A Outlook 2006
A Look Back at 2005 Merger & Acquisition Activity Worldwide merger and acquisition activity reached $2,900 billion, 40% higher than in 2004, but still short of the $3,300 billion level reached in 2000. Based on this, 2005 was the third best year on record for mergers and acquisitions. The robust activity may be attributed to … Continue reading Valuation Brief: M&A Outlook 2006
Valuation Brief: International Financial Reporting Standards January 2006
Harmonization of the U.S.’s generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and international accounting regimes, particularly those in Europe, has long been a challenge. However, some progress has been made, albeit in very small steps that have taken years and arduous consultations that have been fraught with frustration. The latest move by the International Accounting Standards Board … Continue reading Valuation Brief: International Financial Reporting Standards January 2006
Valuation Brief: Estate Tax Uncertainty
Uncertainty over the ultimate fate of the federal estate tax has lingered since passage of President Bush’s tax cuts in 2001. Under the current legislation, the estate tax is progressively reduced to zero by 2010 at which time the estate tax disappears—only to return the following year at the original 55% rate unless the Congress … Continue reading Valuation Brief: Estate Tax Uncertainty
Valuation Brief: Are Minority and Marketability Discounts Going Away?
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