US press releases

Friday, February 10, 2012

PwC US names former Washington Post Journalist Ceci Connolly as Managing Director of PwC’s Health Research Institute

PwC US announced today that it has named Ceci Connolly, a veteran journalist, author and speaker on healthcare and policy, as managing director of the PwC Health Research Institute, the in-house organization within PwC Health Industries that provides original research, insight and analysis on the issues, policies and trends important to health organizations and policymakers.

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

2011 US Oil & Gas deals highlighted by shale plays, foreign investment, and robust private equity interest as total deal value increases 35%, according to PwC US

Transaction value for shale plays jumps 55% in 2011Foreign buyers contribute over $56 billion in deal value Financial sponsors’ investment in the sector grows to over $13 billion

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Biomedical industry loses momentum in California, according to 2012 California Biomedical industry report

After two decades of steady annual job growth, employment in California’s biomedical industry stalled while the state has struggled to recover from financial shortfalls and the industry adapts to a sharp pullback in funding from risk-averse investors in an uncertain regulatory environment, according to the 2012 California Biomedical Industry Report published today by the California Healthcare Institute, BayBio and PwC US.

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Most private companies expect positive growth, majority plan upswing in hiring

PwC's Private Company Trendsetter Barometer tracks the business issues and best practices of privately held US growth businesses. It incorporates the views of 250 chief executive officers (CEOs/CFOs): 143 from companies in the product sector and 107 in the service sector, averaging $323 million in enterprise revenue/sales, and including large, $300M-plus private companies.

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Life Sciences venture funding jumps 21% in 2011 but quarterly performance falls short, according to the MoneyTree Report

Venture capital (VC) funding in the Life Sciences sector, which includes the Biotechnology and Medical Device industries, increased 21% during 2011, according to a new PwC US report, "Zigzagging Upward," that includes data from the PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP/National Venture Capital Association MoneyTree™ Report, based on data from Thomson Reuters.

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Industrial manufacturing and metals deals drive 2011 Industrial Products M&A activity, according to PwC US

Strong focus on smaller deals in 2011 Increase in divestitures and increase in local deals gain momentum Strategic investors dominate deal activity as financial investors strive for a comeback

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Behind the Academy Awards® tallies for 78 years and counting! PwC preserves Hollywood’s best kept secrets

Final ballots mailed todayCompleted ballots due to PwC on Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

PwC US appoints Kevin Baldwin as Pacific Northwest Market Managing Partner

Kelly Keller Named Market Assurance Leader for Pacific Northwest

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

PwC’s digital IQ survey findings show top-performing firms are demonstrating a higher digital IQ and greater mastery of digital technologies

Survey finds that most enterprises are still playing catch-up to the consumerization of IT

Friday, January 27, 2012

PwC predicts Indianapolis’ surrounding regions will help drive spending generated by Super Bowl XLVI

The league, sponsors, Giants/Patriots fans, media, and other visitors are expected to generate $150 million in direct spending for the Indianapolis area

Thursday, January 26, 2012

US Industrial Company Manufacturers expect moderate growth in 2012, according to PwC’s Q4 2011 Manufacturing Barometer

Positive own-company revenue forecasts and improving gross margins drive increased optimism for US and global economy, while uncertainty remains elevatedInvestment spending plans continue to rise – forecast is highest level in six yearsModest employment gains; barriers to growth seen as lessening

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Short term, Clouds linger for North American Power & Utilities M&A Outlook, according to PwC

Sector deals stall in Q4 following robust deal activity in first half 2011Renewable deals with undisclosed value on the rise

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

New market entrants exert greater influence on US Entertainment and Media M&A activity, according to PwC US

Abundant cash reserves and PE Investment Capital to fuel M&AShift to digital draws greater attention to content creators Legalization of online gaming could create an untapped market for 2012

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Dealmakers acknowledge inherent risks and pitfalls for executing deals in growth markets in survey from PwC on global deals

Findings underscore need for rigorous diligence process to ensure successful deal completion

Monday, January 23, 2012

With improved occupancy, focus turns to pricing in 2012, according to PwC US Lodging Industry forecast

Reflecting year-end 2011 results, an updated lodging forecast released today by PwC US anticipates pricing recovery to be the key driver of revenue per available room ("RevPAR") growth in 2012.

Friday, January 20, 2012

Annual venture investment dollars increase 22% over prior year, according to the Moneytree Report

Clean technology and internet sectors show double-digit gains in 2011

Thursday, January 19, 2012

PwC Named to FORTUNE's “100 Best Companies to Work For” List for Eighth Consecutive Year

For the eighth consecutive year, PwC US has been named one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For."

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

PwC US earns two best in KLAS awards, ranking #1 in Healthcare for Revenue Cycle Transformation and Extended Business Office Services

Performance based on independent ranking of leading healthcare providers

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

PwC and MetricStream Form Joint Business Relationship to Integrate GRC Solutions

PwC US today announced the launch of a joint business relationship with MetricStream Inc., a market leader in enterprise-wide governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solutions.

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Survey of Biomedical Industry CEOs finds lack of investment and regulatory environment threaten future growth and innovation

Access to capital, a burdensome and uncertain regulatory environment and lack of innovation and productivity in research and development are the biggest threats to the biomedical industry’s growth over the next five years, according to biomedical company CEOs surveyed by CHI-California Healthcare Institute, BayBio and PwC US.

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

PwC positioned in the Leaders Quadrant of the Magic Quadrant for Financial Management Consulting Services

Evaluation based on completeness of vision and ability to execute

Thursday, January 5, 2012

PwC's Autofacts forecasts 2012 global automotive light vehicle assembly to exceed 79 million units and top 100 million in 2016

Assuming European debt crisis is contained, the automotive industry should anticipate a positive outlook in 2012

Thursday, January 5, 2012

PwC Names Brittney Saks New US Personal Financial Services Leader

PwC US today announced that Brittney Saks, a partner in the Personal Financial Services practice based in Chicago, has been appointed leader of U.S. Personal Financial Services, succeeding Richard Kohan upon Kohan's January 1st retirement from the Firm.

Thursday, January 5, 2012

PwC announces national finalists in xTREME accounting competition

Program nearing 25,000 participants

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

PwC donates $75,000 to Tampa charities for fourth consecutive holiday season

Donation underscores firm’s commitment to supporting the Tampa Bay community

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

PwC Receives Leadership Award from CLO Magazine

Firm honored for excellence in customer service

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

US Commercial Real Estate investors turn bullish on office sector for acquisitions, according to latest PwC Real Estate Investor SurveyTM

Apartment sector poised for development boom in 2012

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Highly-anticipated fourth quarter offerings provide positive IPO news heading into 2012, Says PwC

A Few open windows spark Q4 US IPO activitySpecial Focus: PwC 2025 report forecasts China’s capital markets will continue to grow in stature across the global stage

Friday, December 16, 2011

PwC Wins Three Brandon Hall Excellence Awards

PwC US garnered three 2011 Brandon Hall Excellence Awards, which recognize the best of the best in organizational learning, talent management, and sales and marketing.

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Abundance of shale gas resources may spark manufacturing renaissance in the US, according to PwC US

Potential addition of approximately one million jobs, an estimated $11.6 billion in cost savings and greater investments in US plants are among significant economic benefits

Thursday, December 15, 2011

US Private Companies Prioritizing Innovation As Growth Engine

PwC's Private Company Trendsetter Barometer tracks the business issues and best practices of privately held US growth businesses. It incorporates the views of 226 CEOs/CFOs: 125 from companies in the product sector and 101 in the service sector, averaging $256.0 million in enterprise revenue/sales and including large, $300 million-plus private companies.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

PwC and Institute of Internal Auditors Release Board Effectiveness Book as Expectations of Corporate Directors Rise

Corporate governance experts share insights on key boardroom considerations ranging from technology to reputational risk

Monday, December 12, 2011

Cary Spain Joins PwC Risk Assurance Services Practice

Firm continues expansion of US Risk Assurance Services adding veteran healthcare industry internal audit specialist in Denver.

Monday, December 12, 2011

“Hunt for growth” to drive 2012 US Mergers & Acquisitions, says PwC US

Despite financing pressures for dealmakers, private equity remains active in M&AChallenging organic growth presents M&A opportunities in 2012Competition for prized assets and deal speed Puts spotlight on increased diligence and buyer agility

Friday, December 9, 2011

PwC Donates $50,000 to CC Sabathia's PitCCh In Foundation

PwC US is donating $50,000 to CC Sabathia's PitCCh In Foundation. The firm made the announcement during an event hosted Wednesday night by radio personality and author Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and featuring the New York Yankees' five-time all-star pitcher at its Madison Avenue headquarters.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

PwC Acquires Certain Assets of Folio Technologies LLC

PwC US today announced it has acquired certain assets of Folio Technologies LLC, a provider of product portfolio optimization solutions.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

M&A Surges, Companion Diagnostics Accelerate, and Early Detection Offers New Prospects, Finds PwC’s Biennial Review of the In VitroDiagnostics Industry

Investor interest in the global in vitro diagnostics (IVD) market is expected to grow in 2012-2014 following a surge in M&A deal values, an acceleration of companion diagnostics partnerships, and the emergence of new prospects for early detection testing, according to Diagnostics 2011, PwC’s biennial review of the IVD sector, published today.

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Growing threats trigger sharp increases in M&A in the $60 billion Global Cyber Security Market, according to PwC

Deal value increased six-fold in the last year;US accounts for over half of M&A activity;Top 10 Deals Feature only US and UK companies

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

PwC and Aasonn announce joint business relationship to expand Human Capital Management Services

– PwC US today announced a Joint Business Relationship (JBR) with Aasonn, a global HCM consulting and technology services company, expanding the delivery of leading practices in human capital management (HCM) solutions to organizations worldwide.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

PwC’s 2011 Global Economic Crime Survey assesses US fraud picture with a focus on Cybercrime

US respondents report marked increase in incidents of fraud; total cost upAsset misappropriation remains most common fraud

Monday, November 28, 2011

Erik Hansen Joins PwC as Partner in Risk Assurance Services Practice

Hansen to lead and expand PwC’s greater Houston Internal Audit Practice in oil and gas industry sectors

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Pamela F. Olson Joins PwC US as Washington National Tax Services Practice Leader

Pamela F. Olson is joining PwC US as a deputy tax leader and leader of the firm's Washington National Tax Services (WNTS) practice, the firm announced today.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Differentiated shopper ‘experience’ drives loyalty, says PwC US

PwC’s “experience radar” defines consumer experience “roadmap” for driving growth

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

PwC’s top health industry issues in 2012 says health organizations will act despite political and economic uncertainty

Healthcare ranks second to job creation as most important issue for Americans

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

CEOs Expect Emerging Markets to Drive Revenue Growth but Lag in Innovation, says PwC Survey

Survey Examines CEO Views on Doing Business in a Global Economy, Improving Health and Encouraging Innovation

Monday, November 14, 2011

PwC to discuss latest Hybrid IT and Cloud Technologies at CA World 2011

PwC US Advisory practice directors Christian Iantoni and Dhiraj Pathak, and managing director Richard Kneeley will deliver presentations at CA World 2011, the largest annual gathering of CA Technologies’ customers, business partners and IT professionals.

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Private company economic optimism drops, but 12-month revenue outlook is fundamentally strong

PwC's Private Company Trendsetter Barometer tracks the business issues and best practices of privately held US growth businesses. It incorporates the views of 247 chief executive officers (CEOs/CFOs): 140 from companies in the product sector and 107 in the service sector, averaging $276.8 million in enterprise revenue/sales, and including large, $300M-plus private companies.

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Growth expected to continue despite economic uncertainty, according to PwC US lodging industry forecast

An updated lodging forecast released today by PwC US shows that the momentum of the recovery in the lodging sector is expected to continue in 2012, despite an overhang of macroeconomic uncertainty.

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

PwC Partner Leanne Sardiga honored with Consulting Magazine’s ‘Women Leaders in Consulting’ Award

Leanne Sardiga, Transaction Services Leader for the Retail and Consumer Sector in PwC US’ Advisory Practice, has received Consulting magazine’s “Women Leaders in Consulting” award for her outstanding achievements in the Client Services category.

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

PwC launches leadership development program for Saint Martin De Porres high school seniors

PwC US today announced the launch of a new program for High School Seniors at Saint Martin de Porres High School in Cleveland, Ohio.

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

PwC offers guidance on changing corruption risks

Latest in PwC's “10Minutes” Thought Leadership series poses key forensic questions for executives to direct to operational teams

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Lisa Pavelka McAlister joins PwC US Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Practice

PwC continues to expand its transaction services and deal capabilities

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Return of mega deals, divestiture activity, and renewed financial investor interest drives Global Metals M&A value to $18.2 billion in third quarter of 2011, according to PwC US

Asia and Oceania region continues to lead overall deal volume and valueSteel transactions contribute nearly 68% of activity

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Life Sciences Venture Capital Investing falls 18% in Q3 2011 from prior quarter but still shows an increase of 22% from Q3 2010, according to the MoneyTree Report

Following two quarters of growth, Venture capital (VC) funding in the Life Sciences sector, which includes the Biotechnology and Medical Device industries, fell 18 percent during the third quarter of 2011, according to a new PwC US report, "Reaching for Growth."

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Global cross-border transactions dominate third quarter M&A activity in the Industrial Manufacturing Industry, according to PwC

U.S.-affiliated deals represent more than half of total volume and valueStrategic investors lead activity, including the only mega deal

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Global Transportation & Logistics deal activity dips slightly in third quarter 2011, according to PwC

Emerging market deal activity slowsStrategic acquirers drive majority of volumeDeal multiples continue to remain high by historical standards

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

North American power and utility companies increased focus on merger integration and closings in third quarter, according to PwC US

Smaller transactions constrain total deal value

Monday, October 31, 2011

Two sustainability leaders join PwC’s Sustainable Business Solutions Practice

PwC US today announced the hiring of two recognized leaders in sustainability who bring experience in sustainability strategy, implementation, supplier assessment, finance and assurance, and climate change and carbon consulting to the firm's Sustainable Business Solutions practice.

Monday, October 31, 2011

PwC Names Dietmar Ostermann as Global Automotive Advisory Leader

Dietmar Ostermann has been named PwC's global automotive advisory leader, effective immediately. Ostermann joined PwC following the firm’s recent acquisition of global management consulting firm PRTM, where Ostermann led its worldwide automotive practice.

Friday, October 28, 2011

Mark J. Mendola named PwC's US Tax Leader

PwC US today announced that Mark J. Mendola has been named as PwC's US Tax leader and a vice chairman of the firm.

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Third quarter U.S. Oil & Gas deal value jumps 135% as foreign investment, shale plays, and upstream deals dominate energy landscape, according to PwC US

Foreign buyers contribute 76% of total deal valueUpstream-related deals account for over half of all activityLarge transactions drive increase in overall deal size

Thursday, October 27, 2011

US mega deals drive third quarter Global Chemicals M&A value to $16.7 billion, according to PwC

Average deal value jumps 50 percentFinancial investors absent in third quarterNorth American targets lead activity, while china deals decrease

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Mega deals drive 28% increase in Global Engineering and Construction M&A value, according to PwC

Financial investors lead mega deal activityChina most active country in global domestic deals

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Blockbuster mega deal drives third quarter Aerospace & Defense M&A value, according to PwC

A&D mega deal activity picks upUS-affiliated transactions dominate global a&d deal landscape2011 A&D M&A volume and value on pace for record level

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Optimism for the U.S. and World Economy hits all-time low, according to PwC’s Q3 2011 Manufacturing Barometer

Positive Own-Company Revenues Forecasts and Strong Prospects for Continued International Sales Growth Shows Confidence by U.S. Industrial Manufacturers, Despite Uncertainty Plans for Major New Investments Continue to RiseLack of Demand Cited as Biggest Barrier to Business Growth

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

With SEC decision on IFRS anticipated by year-end, PwC releases new guide comparing accounting standards

Publication highlights major accounting developments in the past year

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Despite availability of capital, commercial real estate industry facing long grind to recovery, according to Emerging Trends in Real Estate® 2012 Forecast from PwC US and the Urban Land Institute

Report recommends investors focus on markets generating jobs where technology and energy companies concentrate

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Third quarter U.S. Oil & Gas deal value jumps 135% as foreign investment, shale plays, and upstream deals dominate energy landscape, according to PwC US

Foreign Buyers Contribute 76% of Total Deal ValueUpstream-Related Deals Account for Over Half of All ActivityLarge Transactions Drive Increase in Overall Deal Size

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

PwC US releases 2012 guide to Tax and Wealth Management

PwC US today released Managing Your Wealth, the firm's 15th annual guide to tax and wealth management.

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Venture capital investments decline in dollars and deal volume in Q3 2011

Life sciences and clean tech investing falls as software surges to a 10-year high

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Patent actions on the rise while median damages awarded hits 16-year low according to new study on patent litigation by PwC

A busy year for patent reform; 2011 study can help companies assess patent enforcement strategies and impact of non-practicing entities (NPEs)

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Corporate directors increasing their focus on executive compensation, risk management and succession planning

PwC survey shows boards embracing change in evolving governance environment

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

PwC Appoints Peter Raymond Leader of the Firm’s U.S. Capital Projects & Infrastructure Practice

Raymond brings more than 20 years of experience in project management, government and financial services to new role

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

PwC provides technical expertise for new “scope 3” and product life cycle carbon accounting standards

Two new standards for accounting and reporting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, developed in part with the technical leadership of PwC, were launched by the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).

Monday, October 3, 2011

PwC to discuss how engaging the digital consumer can help companies revolutionize their businesses at Oracle OpenWorld 2011

PwC’s Blake White and Darin Yug to deliver Executive Solution Address on how to leverage consumer data for greater product relevance and personalization

Monday, October 3, 2011

PwC Awarded Oracle North America Titan Award for Human Capital Management Solution at Oracle OpenWorld 2011

PwC received award for deep knowledge and experience with Oracle Human Capital Management and Oracle Fusion Applications

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Made in India, for India, is next wave of growth for region’s medical technology sector

PwC presents preliminary findings from study on India’s Healthcare Market at AdvaMed MedTech Conference

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

PwC US IPO Watch: Despite Ongoing Volatility and Economic Challenges, Third Quarter IPO Filings Remain Robust, Says PwC US

After a strong first half of 2011, initial public offering (IPO) proceeds in the third quarter of 2011 decreased from $11.9 billion in the second quarter of 2011 to $3.1 billion in the third quarter primarily attributable to high levels of market volatility and continued global macroeconomic challenges, according to IPO Watch, a quarterly and annual analysis of IPOs on U.S. stock exchanges by PwC US.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

PwC and Duke University’s Offshoring Research Network Find Global Service Providers Are Expanding Service Offerings Among Intense Competition and Changing Market Conditions

Third annual survey reveals nearshoring gains momentum in the U.S., Western Europe and Japan

Monday, September 26, 2011

PwC debuts Cyber Security Video Series on Fraud Forum

Panel discussion video series addresses evolving cyber forensic landscape

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Health industry under-prepared to protect patient privacy; risk of data breaches rise with new access to digital health information, says PwC

New health care information landscape requires integrated approach that combines compliance, privacy/data usage, and security & ID theft

Thursday, September 22, 2011

PwC celebrates 100 years in Los Angeles

U.S. firm marks its L.A. centennial with unique community service campaign,

Thursday, September 15, 2011

PwC ranked among ten best companies by Working Mother magazine

Firm’s dedicated support for working parents recognized for 17th year

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Evolving cyber threats continue to drive security strategy and investing worldwide; PwC, CIO and CSO’s 2012 Global State of Information Security Survey® finds advanced persistent threats among biggest security challenges organizations face

Asia leads commitment to bolster information security

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

US Private companies pursue growth abroad; emerging markets offer brightest prospects

PwC's Private Company Trendsetter Barometer tracks the business issues and standard industry practices of leading privately held US businesses. It incorporates the views of 236 CEOs/CFOs: 128 from companies in the product sector and 108 in the service sector, averaging $278 million in enterprise revenue/sales and including large, $300 million-plus private companies.

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Global automotive industry M&A activity shows significant increase during first half of 2011, according to PwC

Deals likely to gain momentum as the market stabilizes and industry participants vie for global leadership

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Maria Castañón Moats Named Chief Diversity Officer of PwC

NEW YORK, August 31, 2011 – Maria Castañón Moats has been named Chief Diversity Officer by PwC US.

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Andrew Winston to Bolster PwC’s Sustainable Business Solutions Practice

PwC US today announced that prominent sustainability business consultant Andrew Winston will act as an independent Sustainability Advisor to PwC.

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

RevPAR growth momentum expected to yield to new economic reality according to PwC US lodging industry forecast

An updated lodging forecast released today by PwC US shows that the lodging recovery is largely intact, yet a resetting of the economic outlook has lowered expectations of revenue per available room (RevPAR) growth for the remainder of the year.

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

PwC Appoints Niloufar Molavi as U.S. Energy Leader

Former U.S. Chief Diversity Officer to also lead greater Houston office as market managing partner

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

PwC Appoints Amity Millhiser Market Managing Partner for the San Jose Market

PwC US today announced that Amity Millhiser, a 26-year veteran of the firm, has been named the Market Managing Partner for the firm's San Jose market.

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Amid uncertainty from regulators, insurance industry can still prepare for FATCA Compliance, says PwC US

New PwC report identifies three steps insurers can take to prepare

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

PwC US Appoints Tom Archer as U.S. Technology Sector Leader

PwC US today announced that Tom Archer has been named the US Technology Sector Leader for the firm.

Thursday, August 25, 2011

PwC Appoints Barry Misthal as Leader of Global Industrial Manufacturing Practice

PwC US announced today the appointment of Barry Misthal as the global leader of the Industrial Manufacturing group, effective immediately.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

PwC US Appoints Dean Simone U.S. Risk Assurance Practice Leader

PwC’s Risk Assurance Practice Provides BusinessesEnd-to End Services to Identify, Assess and Mitigate Risks

Monday, August 22, 2011

PwC Completes Acquisition of PRTM

Acquisition adds to PwC's talent pool and strengthens the Firm's management consulting capabilities.

Thursday, August 18, 2011

PwC Recognized as a Leader in IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Talent Related Business Consulting 2011 Vendor Analysis

PwC US today announced that it has been named a Leader in the IDC vendor assessment of business consulting related to talent related activities: "IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Talent Related Business Consulting 2011 Vendor Analysis."

Thursday, August 18, 2011

Global Industrial Manufacturing M&A Value Increases 70 Percent in Second Quarter of 2011, According to PwC

Merger and acquisition (M&A) value increased 70 percent in the industrial manufacturing sector during the second quarter of 2011, according to Assembling value, a quarterly analysis of M&A activity in the global industrial manufacturing industry by PwC US. In the second quarter of 2011, there were 46 deals that were worth more than $50 million with a total deal value of $18.6 billion, compared to 33 deals and $9.8 billion in the second quarter of 2010. Average deal value was relatively flat at $400 million in the second quarter of 2011 compared to the prior quarter and up from $300 million in the same period of 2010.

Thursday, August 18, 2011

Global Metals M&A Activity Increases 57 Percent in Second Quarter 2011, According to PwC US

The recovery in global metals merger and acquisition (M&A) activity, which started last year, continued with mixed results during the second quarter of 2011 with a 57 percent increase in volume of deals compared to the same period in 2010, according to Forging ahead, a quarterly analysis of M&A activity in the global metals sector by PwC US. When compared to the first quarter of 2011, the metals M&A market remained active with 11 more deals announced in the second quarter.

Thursday, August 18, 2011

Market Research Firm Recognizes PwC as a Leader in Compliance Related Business Consulting

IDC has named PwC US a Leader in business consulting related to compliance related activities, according to the analyst firm's recently published report, "IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Compliance Related Business Consulting 2011 Vendor Analysis."

Monday, August 15, 2011

Paul DeNicola joins PwC’s Center for Board Governance

PwC US today announced that Paul DeNicola is joining PwC’s Center for Board Governance as a director.

Monday, August 15, 2011

PwC and HfS Research Examine the Evolution of Global Business Services

A new study released today from PwC US and HfS Research, "The Evolution of Global Business Services: Enhancing the Benefits of Shared Services and Outsourcing,"  finds that nine out of every ten respondents employ shared services and 97 percent manage outsourcing relationships.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Life Sciences Venture Capital Investing Leaps 37% in Q2 2011, According to the MoneyTree Report

Venture capital (VC) funding in the Life Sciences sector, which includes the Biotechnology and Medical Device industries, leapt 37 percent during the second quarter of 2011, according to a new PwC US report, "High-dollar deals." The report includes data from the PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP/National Venture Capital Association MoneyTree™ Report, based on data from Thomson Reuters.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Private company optimism about the economy drops, yet spending plans strengthen

Reflecting growing global uncertainty, optimism about the US and world economies dropped sharply among private company executives surveyed for PwC US’s Private Company Trendsetter Barometer. Only 43% of executives say they’re optimistic about the outlook for the US economy over the next 12 months, a decrease of 21 points from the previous quarter’s pre-recession optimism level of 64%. Meanwhile, uncertainty about the US economy rose to 42%, up 13 points from last quarter and in line with a year ago.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Divestitures Drive Global Aerospace & Defense M&A Activity in the Second Quarter of 2011, According to PwC

Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the aerospace and defense (A&D) sector was driven by an increase in divestitures and a greater proportion of deals being announced by U.S. dealmakers in the second quarter of 2011, according to Mission Control, a quarterly analysis of M&A activity in the global aerospace and defense sector by PwC US.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Global Engineering and Construction M&A Activity Stays Focused on Strategic Transactions and Regional Domestic Deals in the Second Quarter of 2011, According to PwC

Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity remained steady in the engineering and construction (E&C) industry during the second quarter of 2011. Strategic transactions, local market M&A, and non-U.S.-affiliated deals dominated the quarter’s activity, according to Engineering Growth, a quarterly analysis of M&A activity in the global engineering and construction industry by PwC US.

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Shale Plays, Midstream Assets and Foreign Investments drive US Oil & Gas M&A value to $39 billion in second quarter 2011, according to PwC US

Upstream-Related Deals Account for Majority of Activity Volume and Value of Corporate Transactions Steadily Increases in First Half of 2011 Over 2010Financial Sponsors Continue Heavy Push into Energy Sector

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Recent Market Volatility Could Pose Challenges to U.S. IPO Market Momentum in Second Half of 2011, According to PwC

The recent drop in global stock markets will put significant pressure on companies pursuing or looking to complete an initial public offering (IPO) in the second half of 2011, according to PwC US.

Monday, August 8, 2011

North American Power and Utilities Deal Value Soars 94% in the First Half 2011, According to PwC US

Continued strength in merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the North American power and utilities sector helped drive a 94 percent increase in deal value for the first six months of the year, compared to the first half of 2010.

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Large deals drive global chemicals M&A value to over $14 billion in the second quarter of 2011, according to PwC

Strategics Dominate Activity and Value Activity Strong in BRIC Countries

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Global Transportation & Logistics M&A activity jumps in second quarter, according to PwC

Transportation Infrastructure Deals Remain Attractive Deal Multiples Expand to 10-Year HighRegional Domestic Local Transactions Account for Nearly 75 Percent of Deal Volume

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

PwC's Autofacts forecasts 2012 global automotive assembly to increase to 83.5 million units

Autofacts, PwC's automotive forecasting service, forecasts 2012 global light vehicle assembly to be 83.5 million units, a 10 percent increase compared to 2011 estimates of 75.9 million units.

Thursday, July 28, 2011

2011 own-company revenue growth projections for US Industrial Manufacturers continue to improve, according to PwC’s Q2 2011 Manufacturing Barometer

Positive International Sales and Prospects Offset Continued Uncertainty about U.S. and Global Economies

Thursday, July 28, 2011

PwC forensic services professionals release a guide to forensic accounting investigation, second edition: detect. investigate. prevent.

Increased demand for auditors to take more responsibility for fraud detection

Monday, July 25, 2011

PwC signs long-term lease for 250,000 square foot build-to-suit at MetWest International

Big four firm signals confidence in Tampa market, eyes future in new facility

Monday, July 25, 2011

Eighty-Eight Percent of Private Equity and Corporate Executives Rank Sustainability as a Priority, According to New PwC Poll

Environmental sustainability is an important priority with private equity and corporate senior executives, according to a recent poll conducted by PwC US. The poll, conducted during PwC’s “Private Equity and Environmental Sustainability” Webcast, found that 88 percent of the 175 participants believe sustainability will become a more important factor in business decisions and investments in the next two years. Another 22 percent responded that they are in the early stages of developing a sustainability strategy for their organizations.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Venture capital investments rise 19% in Q2 2011 to $7.5 billion in 966 deals

Internet-specific investments at 10-year high level Life sciences dollars jump 37% from first quarter 2011

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

PwC US Appoints Robert W. McCutcheon as New Industrial Products Leader

PwC US announced today the appointment of Robert W. McCutcheon as leader of the firm’s US Industrial Products practice, effective immediately.

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

PwC to host webcast on successful deal execution in emerging markets

Live Webcast on Wednesday, July 27 at 1:00pm ET

Monday, July 18, 2011

PwC Re-launches Genesis Park, An Innovative Leadership Development Program

10 week Program Transforms Top Performers Into Tomorrow's Business Leaders

Monday, July 18, 2011

PwC Launches Collaboration with DonorsChoose.org

Collaboration adds new element to PwC's Sixth Annual Summer of Community Service; Firm's partners and staff can direct funds to public schools

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Banks’ best customer may be the stranger who just walked out the door, says PwC US

Industry analysts have estimated US bank revenue to grow by five percent annually, but, according to surveys conducted by PwC US, major regulatory changes and shifts in consumer spending, saving and borrowing behavior are likely to depress revenue growth, increase operating costs, and squeeze profit margins in the retail banking sector, which accounts for one-half of U.S. bank industry revenues.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

PwC US to Host UP 2011 Cloud Conference and Cloud Awards

PwC US announces it will be the Ruby Sponsor and host of the 2nd annual UP 2011 Cloud Computing Conference to be held at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, CA on December 5-6, 2011.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Health Insurance Exchanges Give Purchasing Power to Consumers and Creates a Nearly $200 Billion Market for Insurers, Says PwC

Millions of Americans will soon gain what they have long waited for in healthcare:  Purchasing power that will make health insurers want to work harder to win their business and loyalty. According to a new report published today by the PwC US Health Research Institute (HRI), insurers will compete head-to-head when state health insurance exchanges begin offering policies to individuals and small groups.

Monday, July 11, 2011

PwC Sends Partners, Staff and Interns to Belize to Boost Financial Literacy Among Students and Teachers

Innovative International Experience Reinforces Firm’s Commitment to Supporting Youth Education and Developing Responsible Leaders

Friday, July 8, 2011

Leading practices for audit committees outlined in new book

Corporate governance experts share insights on financial reporting and audit committee activities

Thursday, July 7, 2011

US Private Companies increase IT budgets, with focus on growth and efficiencies

PwC's Private Company Trendsetter Barometer tracks the business issues and standard industry practices of leading privately held US businesses. It incorporates the views of 233 CEOs/CFOs: 126 from companies in the product sector and 107 in the service sector, averaging $265.4 million in enterprise revenue/sales, and including large, $300 million-plus private companies.

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

PwC US IPO Watch: US IPO proceeds surpass $10 billion for third consecutive quarter, according to PwC

77 Companies Enter IPO Pipeline in Q2Q2 IPOs See Average of 9 Percent in First-Day Price IncreasesOngoing Interest from Non-US Issuers

Monday, June 27, 2011

PwC ranked #1 for Extended Business Office Services by KLAS

Ranking based on nationwide survey of leading healthcare providers

Monday, June 27, 2011

More than $35 million in cumulative scholarships offered to Class of 2011 PwC Impact Scholars

More than $35 million in cumulative scholarships were offered to 136 Impact Scholars from Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, DC who comprise the PwC Impact class of 2011, PwC US announced today.

Friday, June 24, 2011

PwC to Acquire PRTM

PwC and PRTM, a global management consulting firm, today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement whereby PwC will acquire PRTM. Upon completion of the acquisition, PRTM will join the PwC global Advisory practice, which ranks among the world's largest providers of consulting services.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

US commercial real estate investors remain cautiously optimistic as overall fundamentals stabilize, according to latest PwC Real Estate Investor SurveyTM

Average overall cap rates decrease in 27 of the survey’s 31 markets

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Digital transformation creating major opportunities to drive growth for consumer packaged goods industry, says new Grocery Manufacturers Association-PwC report

CPG companies focused on growth as economic recovery accelerates

Monday, June 20, 2011

Regulations and client expectations change status quo in Wealth Management industry, finds PwC

PwC 2011 Global Private Banking and Wealth Management survey finds shift in focus

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Digital becomes the "new normal" fueled by rising collaboration across the Entertainment & Media industry, Says PwC

US Entertainment & Media spending sees first advance since 2007; advertising records largest year-over-year swing

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

PwC US Mid-Year M&A Outlook 2011*

US M&A value increases 39% driven by larger deals, according to PwC

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Booming Health Economy is Driving New Gold Rush for Innovators and Job Seekers, Says PwC

Three-quarters of Fortune 50 Companies Now Have a Stake in the Health Industry

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Former New York Banking Superintendent Richard Neiman named to key leadership role in PwC’s Global Regulatory Advisory Practice

Richard H. Neiman has joined PwC as vice chairman of the firm’s global financial services regulatory practice.

Monday, June 6, 2011

Dr. Harry G. Broadman, Former White House Trade Negotiator, joins PwC as Managing Director in the Firm's Advisory Practice

Broadman’s economics background and extensive global experience in emerging markets will complement PwC's Emerging Markets, Governance, and International Investment & Trade practice group

Friday, June 3, 2011

Stryker leader wins PwC award for promoting ethical behavior in medical technology industry

Lisa Holt, a Senior Director for Compliance at Stryker, has been awarded the 2011 PwC Award for Leadership in the Advancement of Ethics in the Medical Device and Diagnostics Industry, at the recent fourth annual International Medical Device Industry Compliance Conference in London.

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

PwC Named a Leader Among Oracle Services Providers by Independent Research Firm

PwC recognized as a "leading choice for advisory and process consulting,"

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Private companies see strong us economy, less certain about world economy

Signaling sustained confidence in the strength of the domestic market, 64% of private-company executives surveyed for PwC US's Private Company Trendsetter Barometer say they're optimistic about the US economy’s prospects over the next 12 months, up one point from last quarter and 13 points from a year ago.

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Solid RevPAR Growth Anticipated to Continue int0 2012 According to PwC US Lodging Industry Forecast

The updated lodging forecast released today by PwC US shows that the lodging recovery is expected to continue at a solid pace in 2011, driven by balanced growth in industry occupancy and average daily rate (ADR).

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

First Quarter 2011 Global Metals M&A Value More Than Doubles Over Same Period Last Year, According to PwC US

With stronger corporate balance sheets, improved availability of credit, and metal prices stabilizing, the recovery in global metals mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity – which began in 2010 – is expected to continue for the balance of 2011, according to Forging ahead, a quarterly analysis of M&A activity in the global metals sector by PwC US.

Monday, May 23, 2011

PwC Contributes $1 Million to Advance Women's Leadership in Business

PwC US is contributing $1 million to help launch the Center for Women and Business at Bentley University, and will serve as its founding corporate partner.

Monday, May 23, 2011

PwC and Compliance Week Release State of Compliance: 2011; Study Finds Companies Struggle to Measure Effectiveness of the Compliance Function

The results of The State of Compliance: 2011, an inaugural study conducted by PwC US and Compliance Week, will be released today at the Compliance Week 2011 6th Annual Conference for corporate financial, legal, risk, audit and compliance officers in Washington, D.C.

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Global Chemicals M&A Deal Value Increases 78% in the First Quarter of 2011, According to PwC

Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the global chemicals industry jumped significantly in the first quarter of 2011, when compared to the same period of 2010, according to the first quarter 2011 edition of Chemical compounds, a quarterly analysis of M&A activity in the global chemicals industry by PwC US.

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Increase in First Quarter 2011 Deal Activity Signals Positive Outlook for Global Industrial Manufacturing M&A, According to PwC

A significant increase in merger and acquisition (M&A) volume and value in the first quarter of 2011 signals a positive outlook for global industrial manufacturing deal activity, according to Assembling value, a quarterly analysis of M&A activity in the global industrial manufacturing industry by PwC US.

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Collaboration among industry participants is critical to the success of electric vehicles, according to PwC survey

Collaboration between industry participants will be essential to bring alternative fuel applications to market.

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Employer Medical Costs Expected to Increase by 8.5 Percent in 2012, According to PwC Stress is Taking its Toll on Health of American Workers, Driving up Demand, Cost for Healthcare

U.S. employers can expect to see healthcare costs rise by 8.5 percent in 2012, compared with an increase of 8 percent in 2011, according to the annual Behind the Numbers report on medical cost trends, published by PwC’s Health Research Institute.