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Hospitals margins could sink to unsustainable negative levels in the last half of the year, according to forecasts.

Universities are facing the same uncertainties as any other business during the coronavirus pandemic. This is especially true for universities that cater to international students.

Other regionals set more aside for loan losses than the Cleveland bank did in the second quarter, and its ratio of reserves to total loans is slightly lower, too. But Key executives say the portfolio is balanced and holding up well despite the pandemic’s economic toll.

Massachusetts Society of CPAs president and CEO Amy Pitter is spearheading a group of 28 state society heads who have sent a letter to congressional leaders.

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act created opportunity zones as an economic development tool to stimulate investments in distressed communities.

IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig expressed his appreciation to tax professionals Tuesday for their cooperation during the extended tax season that was prolonged by the novel coronavirus pandemic and pledged to deliver any future stimulus payments approved by Congress.

The Dallas bank set aside less in the second quarter for credit losses than analysts expected. Executives cited action in Texas and California to reverse reopenings and said they're still committed to the oil and gas business.

The Federal Reserve, U.S. Mint and financial industry representatives are strongly considering a public call for Americans to deposit their spare change, among other fixes, to get coins circulating again. Meanwhile, banks of all sizes are getting creative at the local level.

The International Federation of Accountants called on national leaders to stay focused on long-term progress alongside their immediate priorities for the coronavirus pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to have a business continuity and disaster recovery plan and a pandemic plan in place.