Fundamentals of the Future HLB Cybersecurity Report 2024 In a world increasingly shaped by digital transformation, understanding the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity is crucial for business leaders and decision-makers. Emerging cyber threats call for more proactive measures within organisations to combat risks before incident. In the wake of a series of major outages throughout 2024, bolstering cybersecurity defences remains a … Read More

What is the interplay between ESG and Transfer Pricing?Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are pivotal in shaping corporate strategies, influencing as they do both financial and operational decisions. Multinational enterprise (MNE) groups have to integrate ESG considerations into all their transfer pricing practices, which can present both challenges and opportunities. ESG considerations have gained prominence and new complexities that … Read More

The economic impact of hosting large sporting events Hosting large sporting events like Euro 2024 and the Olympic Games is often seen as a prestigious opportunity for nations and cities around the world. They carry global recognition and are believed to have a significant contribution to the economy, with an impact extending beyond immediate costs and revenues. However, data from … Read More

The benefits of pro bono work to your business Pro bono work, offering professional services at no charge or a reduced fee, has long been a staple of the legal world. But its impact reaches far beyond the courtroom. More businesses across diverse fields—finance, tech, consulting, healthcare—are embracing pro bono efforts. Discover how by creating social value through community partnerships, you … Read More

Building a system of belonging The conversation around gender diversity is as important as ever. Despite a balanced gender ratio at the graduate level in financial services, we witness a concerning decline in female representation as we ascend the corporate ladder. The fact that women hold only 32% of leadership roles globally indicates a persistent gender imbalance. Our report sheds … Read More

Revolutionising finance: How AI is transforming investment and risk management By Vijay Walande; Advisory Senior Manager, Withum (HLB USA) In today’s fast-paced world, the combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and finance is catching the attention of industry experts, investors, and tech enthusiasts alike. As AI continues to grow, its impact on the financial sector is becoming more significant, changing everything … Read More

HLB athletes on track in Paris With the Paris Olympic Games still fresh in our memory and the Paralympics soon to get underway, HLB is delighted to have two athletes to support in their endeavors during the games; Sarah Carli from HLB Mann Judd competed in the 400m hurdles event, and HLB Ireland sponsored athlete Richael Timothy competing in para-cycling. … Read More

Global Non-Profits expanding to the USA: Key strategies for success By Israel Tannenbaum; Partner, Withum (HLB USA) According to some research, non-profits have grown to become a sizeable part of the US economy, with global Not-For-Profits (NFPs) taking a very close look at their involvement in the sector. Yet these global entities must tread carefully as they move forward so … Read More

How large-scale sporting events like Euro 2024 and the Paris Olympics handled sustainability Sustainability (specifically the pursuit of environmental, social and governance goals) is one of the hottest topics today. Some recent major sporting events have paid a lot of attention to these areas and as such, offer some significant case studies that can help to drive progress elsewhere. So, if … Read More

Capital gap belies long-term growth in agritech  Following rapid growth driven by increased awareness of environmental impact and food security concerns, agritech startups experienced a funding drought in 2023. Last year, global investments halved compared to the previous year, hitting a six-year low of $15.6 billion.  With the agricultural sector facing challenges and capital becoming scarcer, businesses are at a defining moment. … Read More