United States: Strategy

Indeed, tariff engineering can do more than lower a company’s duty bill. On Simply Trade, hosts Lalo Solorzano and Andy Shiles talk with Hal Berman and John Petitte of Trade Insight. Together, they explain how tariff engineering works best as a cross-functional strategy.

The Commercial Industrial Brokers Society of Long Island convened industry professionals for their annual State of the Market panel discussion, examining current trends across office, industrial, retail, and investment sales sectors. Moderated by Real Estate and Economic Development Partner Peter Curry, the discussion revealed emerging market dynamics and evolving property uses that are shaping Long Island's commercial real estate landscape.

Explore the latest developments shaping the automotive industry, from shifting market dynamics and evolving trade policies to breakthrough technologies in autonomous driving and electric vehicles. How are automakers navigating unprecedented challenges in fuel economy standards, supply chain disruptions, and the competitive threat from Chinese manufacturers?

Idaho's newly approved Opportunity Zones offer tax incentives to investors who fund development projects in designated communities across the state. The program connects private capital with real estate and business ventures in areas including Boise, Coeur d'Alene, and Post Falls, potentially bringing new housing, jobs, and economic activity to these regions.

The federal Opportunity Zone program has been made permanent through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, introducing significant changes to tax deferral rules, census tract designations, and investment incentives. Understanding how Opportunity Zones 2.0 differs from the original program is critical for business owners, investors, and real estate developers planning transactions in 2026 and beyond.

The FSRA has introduced a new “Sub-Threshold Fund Manager” (STFM) category, designed to provide a proportionate regulatory approach for managers of smaller funds.

Explore how AI implementation in enterprise investigations faces a critical validation challenge that undermines efficiency gains, why most AI pilots fail to scale beyond proof-of-concept, and how tariff policies are fundamentally reshaping North American supply chain strategies. Discover insights on cybersecurity threats, data center development diligence, and regulatory compliance frameworks for digital financial assets.

Mary Ellen Powers reflects on her groundbreaking four-decade career at Jones Day, from becoming the first woman Firm Administrative Partner to leading major expansions across Europe and the Middle East. What lessons has she learned about leadership, client service, and advancing women in the legal profession?

Attorneys Steve Osborn and Jen Rubin explore how artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping the attorney-client relationship, from clients using AI to challenge legal advice to the critical risks of losing attorney-client privilege.

As law firms celebrate longevity and stability, they face a critical challenge that extends far beyond partner transitions: the impending retirement of long-tenured professional staff who hold decades of institutional knowledge. How can firms preserve this invaluable expertise while building a foundation for the next generation of legal professionals?

Daniel Waldman shares his insights on effective networking strategies within the legal industry, revealing how meaningful professional connections can lead to career opportunities. His article in Precedent Magazine explores the evolution from awkward networking attempts to building genuine relationships that create lasting value.

Axios co-founders Jim VandeHei and Mike Allen join The Lobby Shop podcast to explore their new book Simplify, examining why leaders and organizations fall into complexity traps and how streamlining priorities, communication, and decision-making can drive superior outcomes. The discussion draws on their extensive media and leadership experience to unpack practical strategies for cutting through organizational clutter.