Cooley LLC: US Firms Can Leverage International Law to Minimize Foreign …

TL/DR - The article discusses how US companies can use international law to reduce political risks of foreign investments. International law can protect against actions such as expropriation, unfair or discriminatory treatment, and breach of contract. This use of international law can also encourage foreign investment by creating legal…

Discussing Tax Bill in the New Year

TL/DR - Negotiations over a potential tax bill remain ongoing in Washington, with lawmakers optimistic about a deal involving an expansion of the Child Tax Credit sought by Democrats and more generous incentives for businesses wanted by Republicans. However, there is uncertainty over whether the deal will be agreed in 2024. A potential agreement…

2024 Markets: Fed’s Influence on Pace Set to Increase

TL/DR - The article discusses the surge in consumer prices that led to inflation surpassing the targets set by central bankers, resulting in a series of interest-rate hikes. The actions taken by policymakers, with the intention of regaining their credibility in managing monetary stability, risked negatively impacting growth and potentially…