US press releases
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Software-as-a-service, Cloud, IT and mobile trends reshaping how software companies operate, Says PwC US
While US companies lead PwC’s Global 100 Software Leaders Ranking, emerging newcomers increasingly challenge its dominance
Monday, May 20, 2013
Businesses urged to tackle disaster risk reduction in new initiative led by PwC and the UN
Report from PwC and the UN International Strategy for Disaster Reduction (UNISDR) warns that business growth is not keeping pace with resilience to natural disasters in many parts of the world. PwC and UN initiative helps companies assess and take steps towards disaster risk reduction.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
FEWER VENTURE CAPITAL DOLLARS INVESTED INTO LIFE SCIENCES COMPANIES IN Q1 2013, ACCORDING TO THE MONEYTREE REPORT
Venture capital (VC) funding in the Life Sciences sector, which includes the Biotechnology and Medical Device industries, dropped in volume and value during the first quarter of 2013 according to a new PwC US report, "Capital Crunch," that includes data from the PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP/National Venture Capital Association MoneyTree™ Report, based on data from Thomson Reuters.
Monday, May 13, 2013
Employer-sponsored health insurance rose in Massachusetts post reform; individual mandate, tax exclusion influenced decisions, finds PwC's Health Research Institute
In the seven years since Massachusetts enacted its universal healthcare law, the number of people covered by insurance through the workplace increased, running counter to nationwide trends at the same time.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
PwC US reports Aerospace & Defense industry set records for revenue and profit in 2012
Surging commercial aviation market more than offsets slowdown in defense spendingOngoing globalization of industry driven by emerging markets; fueling long-term growth prospects for aviation
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
PwC at SAPPHIRE® NOW and the ASUG Annual Conference
PwC will discuss how organizations can transform their businesses using the latest trends in technology
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
North American Power & Utilities M&A value increases 33 percent in the first quarter of 2013, according to PwC US
Mid-market divestitures represent majority of M&A activity
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
PwC’s Ronald E. Ray Awarded for Excellence in Public Sector by Consulting magazine
PwC managing director, founder of former Ray Group International and Medal of Honor recipient among Top 25 Consultants for 2013
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Sam G. Nazzaro Joins PwC’s U.S. Forensic Services Practice
PwC US today announced that Sam G. Nazzaro has joined the firm as a director with the Forensic Services practice. Nazzaro joins PwC from the Department of Justice Criminal Division and assists global organizations, including those operating in emerging markets, to develop threat management capabilities.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Technology deals drop abruptly in first quarter of 2013, says PwC US
Outlook turns positive as dealmakers expected to return and IPO filings rise
Monday, April 29, 2013
PwC and Knowledge@Wharton High School to Host Business and Financial Responsibility Training Seminar for High School Educators
Registration Opens Today
Monday, April 29, 2013
Multibillion dollar transactions drive US Retail & Consumer deals during first quarter 2013, according to PwC US
Total deal value and volume surges 590% and 59%, respectively, year-over-yearR&C IPO proceeds raised in Q1 2013 jumps more than 300% compared to Q1 2012
Thursday, April 25, 2013
PwC Announces Tax Leadership Appointments
PwC Appoints Doug Thomas as East Regional Tax Leader Shelley Giberson Assumes the Role of Greater Atlanta Tax Leader
Thursday, April 25, 2013
First quarter Industrial Products M&A activity slows as companies evaluate outlook, according to PwC
Companies lessen overseas expansion; shift focus toward organic growth initiatives smaller, local deals take center stageStrategic investors dominate; increasingly using stock to fund transactions
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Foreign buyers prop up deal activity in the US Oil & Gas industry as private equity pauses during first quarter 2013, according to PwC US
Q1 2013 deal volume and value increases year-over-yearShale deals comprised 46% of total deal volume
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
PwC US Sees Robust Deals Outlook for Entertainment, Media & Communications Industry in 2013
Entertainment, media and communications (EMC) sector deal activity is expected to remain active in 2013 as market players further invest to keep up with consumer demand for more bandwidth amid increasing content consumption, according to PwC’s 2013 U.S. Deal Insights for the Entertainment, Media & Communications industries released today.
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
PwC US Survey Finds Uptick in Economic Optimism and Hiring Plans Among US Private-Company Executives
In the first quarter of 2013, private-company executives’ optimism about the 12-month prospects for the US economy rose eight points, according to PwC US’s Private Company Trendsetter Barometer.
Monday, April 22, 2013
PwC IPO Report and Study Demystifies Corporate Governance Planning for Companies Going Public
With corporate governance being one item pre-public companies rarely pay sufficient attention to, PwC U.S. today releases two new reports to help companies that are contemplating public offerings.
Friday, April 19, 2013
Maturing wireless industry reaches saturation, turning carriers’ attention to new growth areas, according to PwC US survey
Wireless operators explore decommissioning of older networks as more consumers upgrade to latest smartphones and advanced networks
Friday, April 19, 2013
Venture capital investments decline in dollars and deal volume in Q1 2013, according to the Moneytree Report
Increases in software and media investing temper declines in clean technology and life sciences
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Disruption in software sales models creates urgency for software vendors to retool customer experience, says PwC US
PwC’s “experience radar” defines behaviors industry leaders can learn from software industry to drive exceptional customer experience
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
PwC study confirms and dispels myths about millennial workers
Evolving talent strategies necessary to match the realities of today's workforce
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
PwC’s Q1 Manufacturing Barometer reveals prevailing optimism in domestic economic outlook among U.S. industrial manufacturers
Nearly 80 Percent of Manufacturing Executives Predict Revenue Growth in 2013Sentiment toward the Global Economy Remains Cautious; Overseas Expansion Plans ReducedOverall Capital Spending Plans Trending Lower
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
PwC: Financial services talent models are unsustainable in new business climate
Limited availability of skills are biggest threat to growth
Friday, April 12, 2013
PwC Named a Leader in Four IDC MarketScape Reports for Business Consulting Services: Worldwide, Americas, EMEA, and Asia/Pacific
PwC’s global ability to provide a full spectrum of business consulting services from strategy through execution highlighted
Friday, April 12, 2013
PwC US is the exclusive sponsor of Financial Literacy Month on CNBC
PwC US today announced its exclusive sponsorship of Financial Literacy Month coverage on CNBC and CNBC.com during April.
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Consumer ratings becoming a matter of dollars and cents on Healthcare’s bottom line, finds PwC’s Health Research Institute
Trusted source of consumer ratings yet to emerge in healthcare
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
PwC Releases Latest Securities Litigation Study
PwC finds securities litigation is at a crossroads with no clear direction as overall filings decreased; M&A-related litigation continues; cases against foreign issuers tumble
Monday, April 8, 2013
PwC survey finds business transformation exposing companies to multi-directional complexity and risks
‘Risk in review’ report outlines the imperative to strengthen risk management techniques around resilience, people, technology, and next-generation risk analytics
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
US IPO Watch Q1 2013: Late March Surge in IPO Activity
A very active last two weeks of March helped close out a strong first quarter for U.S. IPOs. Total IPO proceeds raised in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2013 exceeded the first quarter of 2012, despite a decrease in the volume of IPOs, according to IPO Watch, a quarterly and annual survey of IPOs listed on U.S. stock exchanges by PwC US.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Cara Beston and Becky Swain of PwC’s Risk Assurance Practice Recognized with CloudNOW’s Top 10 Women in Cloud Award
PwC Risk Assurance Partner Cara Beston and Becky Swain, PwC Cloud Assurance Director, today received CloudNOW’s "Top 10 Women in Cloud Award" for their exceptional contributions and thought leadership to the cloud community. CloudNOW, an executive consortium of the leading women in cloud computing, presented the award during UBM Tech’s Cloud Connect in San Jose, California.
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Automotive deals stall in 2012 compared to 2011, according to PwC
Signs of growth on the horizon in the next few years
Thursday, March 28, 2013
Vast majority of private companies reinvesting savings from cost containment measures into growth plans, according to PwC survey
PwC's Trendsetter Barometer tracks the business issues and best practices of privately held US growth businesses. The survey incorporates the views of 187 C-suite executives (CEOs/CFOs): 101 from companies in the product sector and 86 in the service sector, averaging $251.4 million in enterprise revenue/sales, and including large, $500 million-plus private companies.
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Rich Sernyak Joins PwC as Principal in the Firm’s SAP Practice
Sernyak brings over 17 years of experience and a deep knowledge of the SAP market to the firm
Monday, March 25, 2013
PwC US Appoints Tom Solazzo to U.S. Cleantech Leader
PwC U.S. today announced that Tom Solazzo, a 30-year industry veteran, has been named the US.Cleantech Leader for the firm where he will play a key role in helping clients develop, commercialize, deploy, and maintain go-to-market strategies for products and services across the cleantech ecosystem.
Monday, March 18, 2013
PwC’s Philadelphia office selected as one of Philly.com’s Top Workplaces in 2013
Award marks PwC Philadelphia’s fourth consecutive year to be named a Top Workplace
Monday, March 18, 2013
PwC 2013 "State of the Profession Survey" Finds Strong Need to Enhance Internal Audit Capabilities in Critical Risk Areas
Opportunities and Demand Exist for Internal Audit to Deliver More Value to Organizations
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Insurers are facing transformational changes in 2013 and beyond, says PwC’s top issues report
Challenges and strategies to navigate expected changes identified in report
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
PwC Announces Participation at SAPinsider GRC, Financials and BI 2013
PwC is a premier-level sponsor of SAPinsider Financials, GRC, BI, Mobile, Cloud 2013
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
PwC’s Health Research Institute Finds Shortage of Health IT Workers Could Slow Industry Progress
Nearly 80 percent of organizations expect to increase HIT investments in 2013, yet more than half surveyed express concern about ability to keep pace with technological change
Friday, March 8, 2013
PwC Wins Four “Value and Excellence in Consulting” Awards from the Association of Management Consulting Firms
PwC today announced it has won four “Value and Excellence in Consulting” Awards from the Association of Management Consulting Firms (AMCF).
Thursday, March 7, 2013
PwC Programs Help Provide Financial Literacy Skills and Resources to Students and Teachers
As part of PwC's Earn Your Future, The PwC Charitable Foundation, Inc. today announced the winner of PwC's High School Business Challenge while PwC US announced the winner of its Financial Literacy Award and its continued support of the MIND Research Institute. Through these programs and others, the US firm and the PwC Foundation are working to help strengthen financial literacy among young people and financial training opportunities for teachers.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Long-term cost savings and infrastructure essential to electric vehicle growth
Global hybrid and electric vehicle market share projected to reach 6.3 percent by 2020, PwC’s Autofacts Forecasts
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
PwC Selected as a Leader in Enterprise Mobility Services
PwC US today announced its recognition as a leader in the February, 2013 “The Forrester Wave™: Enterprise Mobility Services, Q1 2013” report by Forrester Research, Inc.
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
PwC Appoints Rick Moyer as Managing Partner of the Jacksonville Office
PwC US announced today that Rick Moyer has been named managing partner of the firm's Jacksonville, Florida office. Moyer succeeds Don Cameron who has served in the position for five years. Don will remain in the Jacksonville market and continue to serve his expanding client base.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Body Suppliers Ranked Top Performers as a Result of Widespread Automotive Restructuring in North America, According to PwC North American Automotive Supplier Supply Chain Performance Study
Suppliers perform better on effectiveness than efficiency
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
PwC Announces Participation at SAPinsider Logistics & SCM, PLM, Manufacturing, and Procurement 2013 Conference
PwC US today announced its participation in several sessions at SAPinsider Logistics & SCM, PLM, Manufacturing, and Procurement 2013 conference.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
New Core of Mobile, Social, Analytics and Security to Drive 2013 Technology Deals Outlook, According to PwC US
Greater private equity prominence and resurgence of divestiture-driven transactions expected for 2013
Monday, February 25, 2013
PwC Announces Gold Sponsorship of SAPinsider HR 2013 Conference
PwC US today announced that it will be a Gold sponsor of SAPinsider HR 2013 conference, which will be held at The Bellagio in Las Vegas from February 26-March 1, 2013.
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Momentum Building in US Financial Services M&A Activity in Spite of Continued Uncertainty, Says PwC US
Trend toward recovery should continue in 2013
Thursday, February 21, 2013
PwC Survey Finds Private Companies Are Embracing Bold Innovation to Meet Growth Objectives; Talent and Technology Play Key Roles
PwC's Trendsetter Barometer tracks the activities and intentions of privately held US growth businesses. It incorporates the views of 213 chief executive officers (CEOs/CFOs): 119 from companies in the product sector and 94 in the service sector, averaging $310 million in enterprise revenue/sales, and including large, $500 million-plus private companies.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
PwC US Names Julianne Inozemcev a Partner in Rapidly Expanding Risk Assurance Services Practice
Inozemcev to Expand PwC’s Northeast Third Party Assurance Services in Financial Sector as well as Healthcare and Technology Industries.
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
PwC’s Ted Shelton Authors New Book on the Emergence of Social Mobile Cloud and the Digital Transformation Enterprises Need to Embrace
PwC US today announced that Ted Shelton, a managing director in PwC’s U.S. Advisory practice, has authored a new book.
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Shifts in the Enterprise Software Market Model Reveal Potential for Revenue Increase, reports PwC
PwC has released the second of a series of reports evaluating how shifts in the enterprise software sales model -- from license to services -- will impact pricing.
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
PwC’s Digital IQ Survey Finds Companies with Strong Collaboration Between the C-suite and CIO are Four Times as likely to be Top Performers
The fifth annual Digital IQ survey released today by PwC US finds that companies with strong, collaborative relationships between the CIO and other C-suite executives are four times as likely to be top performing companies as those with fragmented relationships.
Friday, February 8, 2013
PwC Oversees Accuracy of the Oscars® Balloting Process for 79 Years Running
This year, PwC celebrates its 79th year leading the Oscars® balloting process on behalf of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (the Academy).
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Industrial Products M&A Activity Increases Modestly in Fourth Quarter, According to PwC US
Overall merger & acquisition (M&A) activity in the global industrial products (IP) industry rose modestly on a sequential basis during the fourth quarter of 2012, according to a series of quarterly M&A reports released today by PwC US. Mega deals (transactions worth more than $1 billion) made a comeback, driving total value in several sectors, while financial investors increased their participation in certain M&A market sectors as well.
Thursday, February 7, 2013
LIFE SCIENCES VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDING DROPS 14% DURING 2012, ACCORDING TO THE MONEYTREE REPORT
US venture capital (VC) funding in the life sciences sector, which includes the Biotechnology and Medical Device industries, dropped 14 percent in dollars and 7 percent in deals during 2012 according to a new PwC US report, “Double-digit dip” that includes data from the MoneyTree™ Report from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and the National Venture Capital Association based on data provided by Thomson Reuters.
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
In-store Shopping Still Center of Shopping Experience, Says PwC US
PwC’s Annual Survey of Online Shoppers Debunks 10 Myths of Multichannel Retailing
Monday, February 4, 2013
Biopharmaceutical Industry Facing Hiring Difficulties and R&D Talent Gap, Finds PwC Health Research Institute Report
A talent gap in the scientific workforce has biopharmaceutical companies searching outside for fresh skills and alternate approaches to R&D staffing, according to PwC’s Health Research Institute (HRI) in a new report published today.
Monday, February 4, 2013
PwC Names Kayla Gillan to Lead Firm's New Investors' Resource Institute
PwC US today announced that Kayla J. Gillan, who joined PwC in 2011 after serving as Deputy Chief of Staff at the Securities and Exchange Commission, will take on a new role as leader of PwC's Investors' Resource Institute (PIRI).
Thursday, January 31, 2013
North American Power & Utilities M&A activity jumps 116% in the fourth quarter of 2012, according to PwC US
Alternative energy deals increase, led by wind activityContinued low natural gas prices, tax credit expirations, and environmental regulations Among the factors that accelerated deals in the final months of 2012
Thursday, January 31, 2013
2012 U.S. Retail & Consumer M&A deal volume and value jump significantly, according to PwC US
Increased volume of ‘mega’ deals drove deal value growthPE activity in retail approached pre-downturn levels with IPO activity on the rise
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
M&A deal volume in the U.S. Oil & Gas industry reaches highest level in ten years during fourth quarter 2012, according to PwC US
Overall 2012 deal volume also jumps to ten-year high Private equity deal-making in 2012 marks most activity ever MLP deal activity increases in 2012
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
U.S. Industrial Manufacturers express increased optimism regarding the domestic economy, according to PwC’s Q4 2012 Manufacturing Barometer
Majority of manufacturing executives anticipate revenue growth in year ahead Global economy sentiment remains constrained; overseas expansion plans lessenPlans to hire new employees rise to highest level since second quarter 2006
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
PwC selected as a Vanguard Firm in “Kennedy Vanguard of Change Management Consulting Providers” report
Honor exemplifies firm’s research-driven, integrated approach to change management
Monday, January 28, 2013
PwC forecasts Super Bowl XLVII will be latest event to bolster economic recovery in New Orleans
According to PwC US, the greater New Orleans area could see an approximate 25 percent increase in direct spending over last year's game as the Super Bowl returns to one of its traditional host markets.
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Bob Moritz re-elected as PwC's U.S. Chairman and Senior Partner
PwC announced today that Bob Moritz has been re-elected as the firm's U.S. Chairman and Senior Partner for a second four-year term beginning July 1, 2013. Mr. Moritz has served in this role since July 1, 2009.
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
PwC’s 2013 Top 10 Technology Trends for Business report reveals the emerging and disruptive technologies that are reshaping strategies, business models, and enterprise investments
From pervasive computing to gamification, report highlights the 10 most significant trends that will impact companies this year
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
PwC survey finds shortfall in insurance industry readiness for RMORSA requirements
While the U.S. insurance industry is making strides toward Risk Management and Own Risk Solvency Assessment Model Act readiness, a definite gap appears to exist between the perception of RMORSA preparedness and the actual completeness of insurers’ enterprise risk management frameworks, according to PwC US’s 2012 U.S. Insurance ERM & ORSA Readiness Survey.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
US Lodging sector on solid footing at the start of 2013, says PwC US
Reflecting stronger lodging demand and economic activity that exhibits less retrenchment than expected, an updated lodging forecast released today by PwC US anticipates stronger revenue per available room ("RevPAR") recovery in 2013, compared to the previous outlook.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
PwC US survey finds US-based international private companies more aggressive about growth and spending; companies overall plan increased hiring
PwC's Private Company Trendsetter Barometer tracks the business issues and best practices of privately held US growth businesses. This quarter's report incorporates the views of 201 chief executive officers (CEOs/CFOs): 114 from companies in the product sector and 87 in the service sector, averaging $272 million in enterprise revenue/sales, and including large, $500M-plus private companies.
Friday, January 18, 2013
Annual venture investment dollars decline for first time in three years, according to the MoneyTree report
Notable lower levels in clean technology and life sciences sectors; investors shift from seed to early stages in 2012
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Volkswagen AG, BMW AG, Continental AG, Plastic Omnium, and Lithia Motors, Inc. receive Global Automotive Shareholder Value Awards presented by PwC and Automotive News
Automotive News announced the winners of the Global Automotive Shareholder Value Awards for one- and three-year performance periods by Global Vehicle Manufacturers, Global Automotive Suppliers and U.S. Automotive Retailers.
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
PwC’s Autofacts estimates European automotive market sales declined 15.4 percent in December, 7.8% vs. prior year-end
MILAN, 16 January, 2013 ― European Union and European Free Trade Association (EU+EFTA) new car registrations declined 15.4 percent to 843 thousand units in December, according to estimates from PwC’s Autofacts.
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
PwC Named to FORTUNE's “100 Best Companies to Work For” List for Ninth Consecutive Year
For the ninth consecutive year, PwC US has been named one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For." PwC ranks number #81 overall on this year's list, the 16th annual installment.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
PwC Announces New Tax Partner in Seattle
PwC US announced today that veteran tax professional Tina Skidmore joined the firm as a Tax Partner, based in its Seattle office. Skidmore will lead PwC’s Pacific Northwest State and Local Tax practice, where she will advise companies on tax planning solutions along with income tax compliance and state tax issues. Skidmore brings with her over 20 years of experience advising large corporations on tax issues.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
PwC Awarded Best Treasury Consultancy by Treasury Management International
PwC US announced Treasury Management International (TMI) has awarded the firm as the Best Treasury Consultancy in all three geographic categories: North America, Global, and Europe. Each year, TMI also recognizes those who understand the challenges in the global treasury arena through their Innovation and Excellence in Treasury Management award. This year marks the 12th consecutive year PwC has been honored as a top treasury consultant by TMI's global readers.
Friday, January 11, 2013
PwC's Autofacts Forecasts 2013 Global Automotive Light Vehicle Assembly to Exceed 83 Million Units and Top 107 Million by 2019
PwC's automotive analyst group, Autofacts, today announced that it expects 2013 global light vehicle assembly will exceed 83 million units, an increase of 5.1 percent from 2012’s total. Autofacts expects the global market to remain positive overall, while the European Union and Japan will continue to be areas of concern.
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
PwC's Health Research Institute identifies the top ten health industry issues to watch in 2013
New HRI report provides insight into healthcare industry's focus in the year ahead; ACA implementation, healthcare coverage, employee benefits, the new pharma value proposition, increased consumerism, BYOD and medical device excise tax are highlighted among key issues
Monday, January 7, 2013
California biomedical companies report higher product approvals; fewer delays
BayBio, California Healthcare Institute and PwC Issue 2013 California Biomedical Industry Report
Monday, January 7, 2013
PwC survey finds US family businesses more optimistic about growth prospects than global peers, showing greater appetite for new ventures than two years ago
US family businesses are more confident about their growth prospects than their global peers – 93 percent versus 81 percent – and are poised to capitalize on new opportunities, according to PwC’s latest Global Family Business Survey.
Thursday, January 3, 2013
PwC Announces National Finalists in xTREME Case Competition
PwC US today announced the 10 college teams that will compete this month in the national finals of the firm’s tenth annual xTREME Games.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
2012 IPO Market Surpasses 2011, Despite Slowdown in Fourth Quarter Activity, PwC Says
2012 IPO Volume and Proceeds Raised Exceeds 2011. Positive Returns and IPO Pipeline Fuels Cautious Optimism for 2013.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Investors anticipate opportunities in commercial real estate across all major property sectors in 2013, according to latest PwC Real Estate Investor SurveyTM
Greater investor optimism in retail, especially for national regional malls; technology office markets and warehouse sector showed steepest cap rate declines in Q4
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Understanding Grocery Shopper Values Sets Gold Standard for Customer Experience Across Industries, Says PwC US
PwC’s “Experience Radar” Defines Five Behaviors Industry Leaders Can Learn from Grocers to Drive Exceptional Customer Experience
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
PwC sponsors Dallas Maverick’s “Trees for Threes” Program For Third Consecutive Year
Program provides green space for future generations while helping to sustain the environment
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
PwC Appoints Laura Robinette as Managing Partner of its Raleigh office
PwC US today announced that Laura Robinette has been appointed as Managing Partner of its Raleigh Office.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
PwC Recognized as a Leader in IT Organization Redesign
PwC US today announced that the firm was named a leader in the November, 2012 “The Forrester Wave™: IT Organization Redesign Consultancies, Q4 2012” report by Forrester Research, Inc.
Monday, December 10, 2012
PwC Adds Tyler Prince as U.S. Oracle Practice Leader
Prince joins the firm as a Principal;Brings over 20 years of experience and deep knowledge of Oracle capabilities
Thursday, December 6, 2012
PwC Says Fundamentals are Strong for U.S. Mergers & Acquisitions Activity in 2013
Ongoing access to capital and financing, strengthened balance sheets and divestiture activity will continue to fuel deal activity in 2013, according to PwC US.
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
PwC Positioned in the Leaders Quadrant of the Magic Quadrant for Global Financial Management Consulting Services
PwC US today announced it was positioned by Gartner, Inc. in the Leaders quadrant of the “Magic Quadrant for Global Financial Management Consulting Services” report, which assesses global financial management consulting services for North America, Europe, Asia/Pacific, Japan and Latin America.
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Life Sciences Venture Capital investing posts gains In Q3 2012 according to the Moneytree Report
Venture Capital investing in Biotechnology companies drives quarter-over-quarter increase
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Life insurance 2020: rapidly-changing industry has four ways to survive, according to PwC report
Forces shaping change should be seen as opportunities, not threats
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
PwC's Health Research Institute adds regulatory analysis capability
Bobby Clark, Matt DoBias, and Caitlin Sweany join PwC's Health Research Institute regulatory team
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Gary Wilcox Joins PwC US Washington National Tax Services
— Will Co-Lead Tax Controversy Practice with Kevin Brown —
Monday, November 19, 2012
Employee mobility programs becoming more accessible and attractive to meet global talent needs
PwC’s Annual Survey of Global Mobility Policies demonstrates shifts in employee assignment programs
Friday, November 16, 2012
PwC survey finds US private companies increase revenue forecasts, amid overall tempered optimism
PwC's Private Company Trendsetter Barometer tracks the business issues and best practices of privately held US growth businesses. It incorporates the views of 234 chief executive officers (CEOs/CFOs): 136 from companies in the product sector and 98 in the service sector, averaging $337 million in enterprise revenue/sales, and including large, $500M-plus private companies.
Friday, November 16, 2012
PwC Named a Leader in Business Intelligence Services by Independent Research Firm
PwC is one of the providers that offers a strong choice for business intelligence service buyers; Firm’s ability to help clients align business strategy and technology implementation highlighted
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
PwC report forecasts a golden era ahead for pharmaceutical companies, but global growth markets won’t guarantee success
Despite dire predictions about the pharmaceutical industry’s future, some pharma companies will reinvent themselves, and according to Pharma 2020: From vision to decision, a new report issued today by PwC, the industry is on the cusp of a golden era of renewed productivity and prosperity.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Consumer foods, private equity and cross border transactions drive US Retail & Consumer deals during third quarter, according to PwC US
M&A deal volume and value up 60% and 160% from a year ago
Monday, November 12, 2012
PwC Appoints Michael Swanick as Global Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Industry Leader
PwC announced today that Michael Swanick was appointed as Global Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Industry leader succeeding Simon Friend.
Monday, November 12, 2012
PwC Completes Acquisition of Ray Group International
Deal strengthens PwC's technology consulting and implementation services for public sector clients
Monday, November 12, 2012
North American Power and Utilities deal value surges in third quarter of 2012, according to PwC US
Rise in generation asset activity Strategic buyers account for majority of transactions
Monday, November 12, 2012
Near-term economic uncertainty and weaker lodging performance result in lodging outlook setback, says PwC US
Reflecting slower near-term economic growth, weaker third-quarter results, and the impact of Superstorm Sandy, an updated lodging forecast released today by PwC US anticipates slower revenue per available room ("RevPAR") growth in 2012 and 2013, compared to the previous outlook.
Friday, November 9, 2012
Connecticut well-positioned to remain insurance capital, according to industry report from CT IFS Cluster and PwC US
Competing globally with industry and government-led strategic initiatives a priority to maintain leadership and advance state economy
Friday, November 9, 2012
Technology deals level off as larger players look inward, according to PwC US
More Buyers on Side-lines with Next Wave of Divestiture-driven Transactions Expected in Early 2013
Monday, November 5, 2012
PwC's Autofacts Forecasts Global Light Vehicle Assembly of 79.1 Million Units in 2012, Increasing to 83.9 Million Units in 2013
European debt crisis continues to prevent true global recovery within the sector
Monday, October 29, 2012
Walter Smiechewicz Joins PwC’s Risk Assurance Practice as Managing Director for Western Region
Banking specialist to support internal audit, governance and enterprise risk initiatives
Thursday, October 25, 2012
PwC positioned in the leaders quadrant of the Magic Quadrant for Business Operations Consulting Services Worldwide
Evaluation based on completeness of vision and ability to execute
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Asset transactions dominate total M&A deal volume and value in US Oil & Gas Industry during third quarter 2012, according to PwC US
Companies continue shift to oily plays Gulf of Mexico deal value hits milestoneMLP deal activity on the rise
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
PwC US Releases 2013 Guide to Tax and Wealth Management
Today, PwC US ("PwC") released a new edition of its annual guide Managing Your Wealth: Guide to Tax and Wealth Management.
Monday, October 22, 2012
PwC US Relaunches PwC Open University
Streamlined registration, better search, and integration with social media highlight new version of PwC’s free online library of 280 executive business courses
Friday, October 19, 2012
VENTURE CAPITAL INVESTMENTS DECLINE IN DOLLARS AND DEAL VOLUME IN Q3 2012
Technology Investing Remains Solid as Life Sciences and Clean Tech Continue to Adjust to Market Conditions
Thursday, October 18, 2012
PwC’s Center for Board Governance Creates New Tool to Help Directors Oversee IT
User-friendly guide provides a roadmap for boards to navigate the complexities of IT and close the "IT confidence gap"
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
U.S. Commercial Real Estate Recovery to Advance in 2013 with Nationwide Gains in Leasing, Rents & Pricing, According to PwC US and Urban Land Institute's Emerging Trends in Real Estate® Forecast
The real estate recovery is set to advance in 2013 as modest gains in leasing, rents, and pricing will extend across U.S. markets from coast-to-coast and improve prospects for all property sectors, according to the findings of the Emerging Trends in Real Estate® 2013 report, released today by PwC US and the Urban Land Institute (ULI).
Monday, October 15, 2012
PwC's Patricia Etzold Recognized for Exceptional Client Service by Consulting Magazine
PwC's securities litigation specialist honored with “Women Leaders in Consulting” award
Monday, October 15, 2012
PwC's Securities Litigation Update Reveals Slight Slowdown in Federal Securities Class Action Filings
Number of securities litigation class action filings through Q3 2012 has been slightly out-paced compared to the same time period in 2011; filings in health industry may be showing an upward trend
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
New York and London Top 2012 Cities of Opportunity Study of Global Economic Leaders
Though New York and London lead cumulative scoring, emerging cities, including Beijing and Shanghai, are narrowing the gap within key economic indicators, according to the fifth edition of Cities of Opportunity released today by PwC and the Partnership for New York City.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Expansion of Shale Gas Market Bolstering Outlook for US Chemicals Industry, According to PwC US
Expansion of Shale Gas Market Could Decrease Both Raw Material and Energy Costs;Various Manufacturing Sectors Could Benefit from More Attractive Pricing of NGLs;Abundance of NGLs to Potentially Drive US Re-Shoring Activity
Thursday, October 4, 2012
PwC, One of Los Angeles' Largest Downtown Employers, Signs New Long-term Lease for Six Floors at 601 S. Figueroa
Professional Services Firm to Move 1,450 People as it Eyes Growth and New Hiring in Ultra-Modern Space.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
PwC survey finds that private companies see business benefits in formal corporate governance
PwC's Private Company Trendsetter Barometer tracks the business issues and best practices of privately held US growth businesses. It incorporates the views of 221 CEOs/CFOs: 116 from companies in the product sector and 105 in the service sector, averaging $307 million in enterprise revenue/sales and including large, $500 million-plus private companies.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
PwC US Says IPO Market Recovers from Summer Doldrums
The Second Largest U.S. IPO of 2012, Strong Equities Markets, Healthy Number of Companies Entering Registration Creates Optimism for U.S. IPO Market
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
PwC's Health Research Institute Issues Detailed Profile on Health Insurance Exchange Population
Analysis Finds More States to Involve Federal Government in Exchanges than Previously Expected
Monday, October 1, 2012
PwC’s Autofacts Forecasts US New Light Vehicle Sales of 14.5 Million In 2012
Despite tepid economic growth, it is expected that new light vehicle sales will reach 14.5 million in the US in 2012, and moderately increase in 2013, according to new data from PwC’s Autofacts.
Monday, October 1, 2012
PwC Wins Four Oracle Excellence Awards at Oracle OpenWorld 2012
PwC to discuss emerging technologies for innovation and growth
Friday, September 28, 2012
PwC and Knowledge@Wharton High School Co-host First Seminar for High School Educators on Business and Financial Responsibility
Three-Day Training to Deepen More Than 150 Educators' Personal Finance Teaching Skills
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Retail Industry in Transition to Wall-less Omnichannel Future, According to Retailing 2020 Report, from PwC US and Kantar Retail
Mobile and tablet commerce to drive fastest growing non-store retail channel in 2020Report discusses growth options for retailers to compete for the shopper of tomorrow
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
PwC Appoints Tom Leonard as Managing Partner of its Little Rock office
PwC US today announced that Tom Leonard, a 16-year veteran of the firm, has been appointed to managing partner for its Little Rock office.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Auto supplier M&A activity remains high, according to fifth annual PwC Global Auto Supplier Consolidation Study
Powertrain systems suppliers at core of current M&A wave
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
PwC Appoints Eric Hornsten as Managing Partner of the Austin office
PwC US today announced that Eric Hornsten, a 20-year veteran of the firm, has been appointed as managing partner for its Austin office.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Carol Sawdye Returns to PwC as CFO
PwC US announced today that Carol Sawdye will return to PwC and join its U.S. Leadership Team as Chief Financial Officer and Vice Chair.
Friday, September 21, 2012
PwC Completes Asset Acquisition of Ant's Eye View
Acquisition strengthens PwC's social media strategy and digital marketing capabilities to transform companies into 'social enterprises' that engage customers and employees
Thursday, September 20, 2012
PwC survey finds intensifying economic and political volatility ushers in barrage of corporate external risks
‘Risk in review’ report examines challenges and innovative strategies for dealing with unexpected risks
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Despite optimism, companies must improve security strategies as incidents continue to rise, according to PwC, CIO and CSO’s The Global State of Information Security® Survey 2013
Lacking a realistic game plan, nearly half of respondents view their company as a security 'front-runner', while number of incidents rise; Over half say top-level leadership is greatest obstacle to improving effectiveness
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
PwC US to Provide Tax Services Portfolio Powered by Microsoft
PwC US today announced it will collaborate with Microsoft Corp. to develop and deploy a portfolio of services designed and branded by PwC, and powered by Microsoft. The relationship, which will focus on tax services, enables PwC to take advantage of Microsoft's licensed software to deliver tailored compliance and consulting services to its clients
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
PwC Ranked Among Ten Best Companies by Working Mother Magazine
Firm’s commitment to creating family-friendly policy & culture recognized for 18th year
Monday, September 17, 2012
PwC Announces Gold Sponsorship of Dreamforce 2012
Dreamforce, the world’s largest cloud computing event, invites attendees to experience the social enterprise
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
PwC study finds corporate directors pursue change and drive to accelerate progress, but challenges persist
Significant changes in corporate governance are impacting boardroom dynamics, compelling directors to spend more time on board work and prompting them to reconsider their oversight approach, according to the 2012 Annual Corporate Director Survey issued today by PwC US.
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Stakes for patent infringement remain high as litigation continues to grow, according to PwC's 2012 patent litigation study
Enormous damages awards continue to make headlines
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Rising Labor Costs Not the Sole Factor Influencing Potential U.S. Manufacturing Resurgence, Says PwC US
Consensus views on a U.S. manufacturing resurgence have largely centered on rising labor costs in markets such as China as the key driver of re-shoring back to the U.S.
Monday, September 10, 2012
PwC report finds 48 percent of CFOs don't anticipate one-time costs of going public
Companies underestimate varying costs and complexity of going public and being public IPO readiness assessment a crucial component to successful IPO execution
Thursday, September 6, 2012
PwC survey finds nearly half of respondents focused on prioritizing and budgeting for sustainability initiatives
Diverging maturity levels on valuing corporate sustainability initiatives
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Despite near-term economic uncertainty, US lodging recovery remains intact, says PwC US report
Despite persistent economic headwinds and heightened uncertainty, an updated lodging forecast released today by PwC US anticipates revenue per available room ("RevPAR") recovery in 2012 to remain intact, with slightly stronger gains in both demand and pricing than previously anticipated.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Global Automotive Industry M&A activity declined in first half of 2012, according to PwC
Auto opportunities on the horizon in technology and emerging markets
Monday, August 20, 2012
PwC Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape Reports for Financial Services, Strategy, Operations, and Financial and Accounting Consulting Services
IDC validates PwC's leading position in worldwide consulting services
Friday, August 17, 2012
Marc-Philip Ferzan Joins PwC’s Forensic Services as Managing Director
Ferzan brings 20 years of experience to PwC's forensic services clients
Friday, August 17, 2012
Richard Dorough Joins PwC’s Forensic Services as Managing Director
Dorough brings extensive experience in information security to help clients manage IT risks
Friday, August 17, 2012
Kristofer Swanson Joins PwC’s Forensic Services as Partner
Swanson brings 25 years of experience to PwC's forensic services clients
Friday, August 17, 2012
Laurie Schive Joins PwC’s Forensic Services as Director
Schive brings over 20 years of cyber security experience to PwC
2013 US CEO Survey
Creating Value in Uncertain times
Bob Moritz, US Chairman and Senior Partner, discusses the strengthening of US fundamentals.
