CPA pathways: Class of 2026 weighs in

Recent college graduates are split on whether changing CPA licensing rules will help or hurt the accounting profession.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 29, 2026

Semiannual earnings will hurt businesses and the economy

Instead of allowing semiannual reporting, the SEC should streamline disclosure requirements without reducing the frequency healthy markets depend on.

By Yogi Goel • May 29, 2026

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Navigating risk in turbulent times

CFOs must help their organizations mitigate risks by balancing the need for both growth and stability. 

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CBP raises accepted tariff refunds to $85B

As of May 22, about $20.6 billion in certified refunds with interest have been completed through Customs and Border Protection’s dedicated portal.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 27, 2026

Super Micro’s protracted internal control repairs draw scrutiny

In addition to grappling with accounting woes, the AI server maker launched a new probe after its co-founder was indicted in connection with a smuggling scheme. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 22, 2026

CFOs face tricky tariff refund questions as process gains steam

Faster-than-expected results are easing early operational fears while shifting attention to decisions on accounting, tax and financial reporting issues.

By Alexei Alexis • May 22, 2026

FASB finalizes new environmental credit rules

Previously GAAP provided no specific guidance to help companies account for carbon offsets and emissions allowances related to cap-and-trade programs.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 20, 2026

SEC moves to narrow application of strict audit, reporting rules

The agency says the reforms are part of a broader effort to ease regulatory burdens and encourage more companies to go and stay public.

By Alexei Alexis • May 20, 2026

Texas Stock Exchange hires first CFO as launch nears

Jaime Gow’s appointment comes roughly two months before trading on the upstart Texas exchange is expected to launch in July. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 19, 2026

AICPA seeks IRS relief on newly expanded excise tax

Without regulatory exceptions, some nonprofits could be forced to restructure their workforce or even close, the AICPA warned. 

By Danielle McLean • May 15, 2026

FASB tackles transferable tax credits

Accountants have clamored for guidance to address a growing number of tax credits offered to incentivize investments in energy and other projects.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 14, 2026

SpineFrontier CFO pleads guilty to kickback scheme

The executive paid more than $540,000 in bribes masked as consulting fees to steer surgeons toward the company’s products, according to prosecutors.

By Alexei Alexis • May 13, 2026

Super Micro’s internal control weaknesses linger

The update comes two months after the AI server maker’s co-founder was indicted on charges connected to a smuggling scheme.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 12, 2026

SAP ramps up push to bring AI agents to finance teams

The rollout spans FP&A, tax, and treasury, as SAP moves to an end-to-end approach for automating finance workflows.

By Alexei Alexis • May 12, 2026

Data bottlenecks stall CFOs’ push for faster month-end close

“Companies are investing in AI, but they're still not closing the books as fast as they would like,” said Aaryn Ross, a financial data analyst at LiveFlow.

By Alexei Alexis • May 5, 2026

Age fades as barrier to winning the CEO seat: NBER research

Yet ageism persists below the C-suite, with most U.S. workers aged 50 or older reporting bias, according to the American Association of Retired Persons.

By Jim Tyson • May 4, 2026

Maryland governor signs CPA bill amid licensing reform movement

So far about 39 states have added an alternative route to becoming a certified public accountant that requires less schooling and more practical experience.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • April 30, 2026

FASB steps toward extending ‘portfolio layer’ hedge rules to liabilities

The insurance industry has long sought the change for hedge accounting related to life insurance policies and other interest-rate sensitive liabilities.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • April 24, 2026

Ex-CFO embezzled $1M for luxury purchases, Chicago jury finds

Former CFO Tina Feuerstein used a company Amex to make thousands of dollars in purchases at luxury brands, according to the indictment.

By Grace Noto • April 22, 2026

Former CEO, ex-CFO of AI company charged with fraud

The ex-CEO and CFO fabricated “virtually all” of the once $1.4 billion — now-defunct — AI company’s revenue, according to the charges.

By Grace Noto • April 20, 2026

What CFOs should know about Trump’s tariff refund process

Finance leaders are expected to play a central role in steering companies through the claims process set to launch on Monday.

By Alexei Alexis • April 16, 2026

IRS names professions qualifying for tax deductions on tipped wages

Just days before the April 15 tax deadline, employers got more clarity on significant changes to payroll and W-2 reporting changes they are facing.

By Danielle McLean • April 15, 2026

States diverge on OBBBA, complicating tax filing season

A growing number of states are decoupling from the federal tax overhaul or taking a selective approach, making compliance more tricky.

By Alexei Alexis • April 15, 2026

SEC taps Gibson Dunn partner, former agency official to lead enforcement

The newly appointed enforcement director in 2023 criticized the approach to securities law by former SEC Chair Gary Gensler as “brash” and “regulation by enforcement.”

By Jim Tyson • April 8, 2026

Wisconsin governor signs CPA licensing reform bill

The Badger State’s new CPA licensing rules took effect immediately as a surge of state legislatures sent similar bills to their governors’ desks.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • April 3, 2026

Tips for CFOs seeking tariff refunds

While IEEPA tariff refunds may take years to obtain, finance chiefs must take steps now to prepare their company to receive them, PwC’s Kristin Bohl advises.  

By Maura Webber Sadovi • April 2, 2026