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In the KPMG US 2026 Perspectives: Local Insights from New York City report, business leaders across the five boroughs are leaning into growth, and that momentum is especially relevant for media and telecom. In a market where AI is reshaping content creation, advertising models, streaming economics, and network transformation, 96% of leaders are confident in their company’s growth prospects and 81% are planning acquisitions, many of them transformative and expected early in the year. AI fluency has become foundational, with organizations expanding hiring overall while redesigning entry-level roles and embedding AI governance directly into business functions. This is an important signal for media platforms, content owners, and telecom operators alike. For those operating at the intersection of technology, connectivity, and storytelling, New York remains a launchpad for what’s next. Take a look at what’s shaping growth across the city. https://lnkd.in/eiAJy4kd #KPMGTMT #TMT

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What happens when an #oil shock hits an economy already facing labor constraints? #KPMG Chief Economist Diane Swonk outlines how higher energy prices, slower hiring and sticky inflation reshape the 2026 outlook. Full report: https://bit.ly/4s3HeIM

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This could be only the beginning of a wave of bank mergers. PwC's US Deals 2026 outlook looks at how scale and “synergies plus transformation” are driving activity: https://pwc.to/4p6iJsp

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In the new PwC US Deals 2026 outlook, we examine the impact of more than 20% of this year’s 74 deals valued at $5 billion or more having an AI theme. Get a closer look here: https://pwc.to/4q6lj1U

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What is top of mind for dealmakers in the second half of the year? PwC's US Deals 2025 midyear outlook digs into the factors influencing business model reinvention and transformation: https://pwc.to/4oDhy4o

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For private equity (PE), 2026 is shaping up to be a liquidity-first year where trade and PE-to-PE exits are expected to do more of the heavy lifting than initial public offerings. EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst Peter Witte joins EY-Parthenon Asean Private Equity Leader, Luke Pais to talk about the PE conditions in 2025 and what they mean for 2026 in the latest episode of the Money Multiple podcast. 👉 Listen now: https://ow.ly/EVfX30sV9B2 #ShapeTheFutureWithConfidence #Tax #PrivateEquity

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The KPMG US Foundation is awarding $6M in grants to nonprofits nationwide, supporting AI integration to boost community impact. This is part of KPMG’s AI Impact Initiative to drive positive change. Learn more: https://ow.ly/1Cjn50X4l8i

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Is the economy stronger than it feels? #KPMG Chief Economist Diane Swonk explains that growth remains resilient, but job insecurity, tariffs and rapid AI adoption are eroding trust across workers, markets and global partners. https://bit.ly/4ahWoUD

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U.S. C-suite leaders have entered 2026 with strong confidence, and adaptability, powered by technology, has become a defining leadership capability. The Forvis Mazars C-Suite Barometer 2026 US Insights​ shows organizations accelerating technology transformation, embedding AI across the business, and strengthening operational agility to compete in an ncertain environment. ​ Explore our findings: https://lnkd.in/gdrZ6rSF

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Sumit Dutta, the COO Pillar Leader for EY's Center for Executive Leadership recently facilitated a cross-sector roundtable discussion with Supply Chain Leaders focused on setting a roadmap responsibly while encountering the very real challenges inherent in leveraging AI alongside data and systems inadequacies.

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At the Semafor World Economy Summit in Washington DC, KPMG US Chair and CEO Tim Walsh took the main stage for a fireside chat on accelerating AI responsibly and what it means for today’s workforce. Even amid uncertainty, leaders are continuing to advance AI adoption rather than slowing down. Attention is now centered on translating that momentum into results by reshaping operating and business models, developing new services and products, and ensuring human judgment anchors decision‑making. Watch Tim’s conversation here: https://bit.ly/4mFetQS

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The latest KPMG Board Leadership Center podcast explores key developments from the 2025 proxy season, including shareholder proposal trends, voting outcomes, and shifts in investor sentiment. Listen for insights on engagement, ESG, and activism. #KPMGBLC #BoardLeadership #CorporateGovernance #ProxySeason https://bit.ly/3UpTKDq

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What are the economic forces that will define 2026 for Consumer, Retail, and Hospitality companies? In our recent webcast replay, KPMG Chief Economist Diane Swonk and Frank Petraglia answer that critical question. They dive deep into the macroeconomic trends and shifting consumer spending patterns you need to know now. Don't just react to the market—get ahead of it. #EconomicTrends https://bit.ly/4rlxokl

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When it comes to artificial intelligence, decisive action defines the current U.S. leadership landscape. According to the C-Suite Barometer: 2026 US Insights from Forvis Mazars, AI implementation is the primary focus for increased financial capital. Download the report: https://lnkd.in/emNSUAdY

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#AI adoption is one of the most important issues facing policymakers and businesses today. EY US Managing Partner and Americas Managing Partner Julie Boland shared her perspectives on the challenges and opportunities as part of the Business Software Alliance's new video series featuring CEO perspectives on AI adoption. She explains why leaders should be "all-in on AI” and how EY works to help companies unlock the value of AI in an uncertain and fast-moving environment. https://lnkd.in/e55v3ftt #AIadoption #AIdeployment #leadership 

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Dante D'Egidio, EY Americas Vice Chair - Assurance, recently spoke with CNBC about key strategic focus areas for #boards and management in the months ahead including pressing challenges like the evolving geopolitical dynamic, particularly when it comes to #tariffs, and regulatory changes. Watch for his insights on the importance of agility and transparency and how companies are leaning into tech disruption.  https://lnkd.in/eceiMK_v #techdisruption

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