Industrial manufacturing
Assembling value: Q4 2011After a strong start in early 2011, deal activity in the second half of the year softened with a shift away from larger, more transformative and impactful transactions. The US maintained its position as one of the most active countries in activity, followed closely by China and Japan; interestingly, new emerging markets , such as Mexico, surfaced as players in the deal arena. |
Emergence of new examination approach - joint auditsIndustrial companies with multinational operations need to take into account the potential risks and cost-saving rewards with respect to all taxing jurisdictions involved. PwC tax specialists discuss the key points in deciding whether to pursue a joint audit. |
Manufacturing barometer: Business outlook report - 2Q 2011In the second quarter of 2011, PwC interviewed 60 US-based industrial manufacturing executives about their current business performance, the state of the economy, and their expectations for business growth over the next 12 months. We then compared their responses with results from prior quarters to see how the panel's 12-month outlook has changed. |
Carbon Disclosure Project 2011: Global 500 ReportFind out more about some of the risks to manufacturing companies from climate change initiatives and regulation and learn which companies are leading the way and capitalising on business opportunities. |