The Bottom Line: Key takeaways from the SEC's latest moves

Shari Mager, KPMG National Leader of Capital Markets Readiness, joins the podcast to discuss whether the IPO window is opening, how to time the market, and the importance of being prepared well in advance (12-24 months) before going public. Tune in for practical insights and tips for avoiding major surprises that could derail your IPO timeline. Learn more on our Capital Markets Readiness webpage.

For those in a hurry we've put together a special 3-minute episode to highlight the key takeaways on IPO readiness. Learn more on our Capital Markets Readiness webpage.

We're back to make sense of the recent court rulings on tariffs.

In this episode, we break down the operational complexities of tariffs – how they work, how the landscape may be changing, and what companies can do to mitigate their exposure. Then, we cover the most frequently asked accounting questions related to tariffs and there are certainly no shortage of those! Tune in for essential insights to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by tariffs. Or explore our Tariff Modeler Tool.

Quick. Conversational. Credible. Whether on your commute or in between calls, tune into our free, 30 min podcasts that dive into emerging trends and big-picture issues facing the accounting profession. Get our takes, and 1 CPE credit, before your next calendar alert! Press play, learn fast, and stay ahead of the curve at our series homepage.

For those in a hurry we've put together a special 4-minute version of the episode to highlight key takeaways from our 2025 accounting draft where we pick accounting topics for the FASB to consider changing in response to its Agenda Consultation. Have an accounting topic you'd like us to cover? Reach out to Nick at [email protected].

Kevin McBride, Chief Accounting Officer of ServiceNow, joins the podcast for our first ever Accounting Draft! In this three-round mock draft, we take turns picking topics that the FASB could consider adding to its technical agenda in response to the invitation to comment that it we released in January 2025. We tackle topics such as intangible assets, control, revenue recognition, equity method and much more! Have an accounting topic you'd like us to cover? Reach out to Nick at [email protected].

KPMG Regulatory Insights Lead, Amy Matsuo, joins as we delve deep into the regulatory landscape for 2025, exploring the significant shifts that are expected to shape the business environment. We discuss the anticipated decrease in new regulations, which could have a profound impact on various industries. Additionally, we examine how enforcement priorities are changing and what this means for compliance and risk management. Tune in to hear practical strategies and insights to help your business navigate these changes effectively. Whether you're a CEO, compliance officer, or anyone involved in regulatory affairs, this episode is a must-listen to stay ahead of the regulatory curve and ensure your company remains compliant and competitive.

Our latest episode of The Sustainability Report returns to the fast-moving world of EU sustainability regulatory reporting. We provide an essential update on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, CSRD, amendments proposed in the EU's Omnibus package and their impact on US companies. Our experts break down the proposed CSRD amendments, offering actionable insights and steps to navigate this evolving regulatory landscape. Stay ahead of the curve with our in-depth analysis and practical advice on EU sustainability regulations. For more information on the Omnibus impact on CSRD and CSDDD visit the webpage.

For those in a hurry, we've put together a special 3 minute version of the episode to highlight the key takeaways from our What to expect from the SEC in 2025 conversation.