AAFCPAs, a US-based certified public accountant (CPA) and advisory practice, has acquired McLaren & Associates CPAs, PC, to broaden its capabilities in forensic accounting, litigation support, business valuation and tax advisory services. The deal adds a team of 17 professionals to AAFCPAs. In a statement, AAFCPAs said that McLaren & Associates has a 97% success rate in forensic accounting cases. As part of the integration, David S. McLaren, founder and managing partner of McLaren & Associates, will jo ...

For years, crypto advocates have argued that institutional adoption was inevitable. This week, that claim gained a very different kind of validation, from one of the world’s most conservative corners of finance. According to PwC's latest report, institutional engagement with digital assets has now crossed a threshold where a full retreat is no longer realistic. The Big Four firm says crypto adoption has become structural, not cyclical, and that distinction matters. Related: Crypto mining CEO suggests U ...

CPAmerica, an accounting association made up of independent certified public accounting and advisory practices, has appointed John Lauseng as chair of its Board of Directors. Lauseng, chief executive of Aldrich Group, replaces Blake Isobe, managing principal at N&K CPAs. Lauseng said: “CPAmerica’s strength has always come from collaboration – member firms learning from one another, challenging each other and raising the bar for our profession. “I am excited to build on that foundation as we focus on de ...

Flexible, non-linear career routes are expected to become more prevalent in accountancy by 2035, according to a new survey by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). The survey found that around 51% of respondents expect flexible career paths to replace traditional linear progression. Another 35% believe both models will exist alongside each other. The findings are based on views gathered from around 2,600 ACCA members and future members, along with 145 employers. Their responses are ...

You can find original article here WealthManagement. Subscribe to our free daily WealthManagement newsletters. Merit Financial Advisors, an acquisitive registered investment advisor based in Atlanta, is looking to bolster both inorganic and organic growth through an acquisition announced Tuesday. In terms of inorganic growth, Merit has acquired SSC Wealth, the $260 million financial advice team of SSC CPAs + Advisors, a Topeka, Kan.-based accounting firm. That deal will see four advisors join Merit, incl ...

Group 1: IPO Overview - In 2025, a total of 119 companies listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with 114 through IPOs and 5 through other methods [1] - The IPO intermediaries included 42 brokerage firms, 39 Hong Kong legal advisors, 33 Chinese legal advisors, and 9 accounting firms [1] Group 2: Sponsor Performance Rankings - The top five sponsors for the 114 Hong Kong IPOs were: 1. CICC with 41 deals 2. CITIC Securities (Hong Kong) with 32 deals 3. Huatai International with 22 deals 4. Guotai Junan with 13 deals 5. Morgan Stanley and China Merchants International, both with 12 deals [2][3] Group 3: Hong Kong Legal Advisors Rankings - The leading Hong Kong legal advisors for the IPOs were: 1. Davis Polk and Highbury with 16 deals each 2. K&L Gates with 9 deals 3. Several firms including Farrer & Co, King & Wood Mallesons, and others with 5 deals each [7][8] Group 4: Chinese Legal Advisors Rankings - The top Chinese legal advisors for the IPOs were: 1. Tongshang with 19 deals 2. Jingtian & Gongcheng with 17 deals 3. Zhong Lun with 10 deals [10][11] Group 5: Accounting Firms Rankings - The leading accounting firms for the IPOs were: 1. Ernst & Young with 41 deals 2. KPMG with 25 deals 3. Deloitte with 21 deals 4. PwC with 13 deals [14][15]

Group 1 - 52% of CFOs are optimistic about the US economy, a slight increase from 51% last quarter, contrasting with previous fluctuations [1] - The survey included responses from 230 finance leaders, indicating a steady outlook compared to the sharp swings seen after last year's election and Q2 tariff announcements [1][2] - CFOs are investing in digital tools and automation to tackle uncertainty and are focusing on building agile organizations to enhance efficiency and capture growth opportunities [2] Group 2 - Confidence in meeting supply chain needs remained unchanged at 57%, while confidence in meeting labor needs increased to 53% from 51% in the previous quarter [3] - Confidence in cost control rose to 53% from 50%, and confidence in growth increased to 49% from 46% [3] - 67% of CFOs expect to increase IT and digital transformation budgets next year, indicating a strengthening in technology spending plans [3] Group 3 - Cybersecurity budgets are expected to rise, with 60% of respondents forecasting an increase, which is a 17% rise from the previous quarter [4] - 51% of respondents expect operating expenses to rise over the next year [4] - 44% of CFOs believe the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will benefit their business, while 18% anticipate it will negatively impact their financial position [4]

Core Insights - In 2025, a total of 119 companies listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with 114 through IPOs, 2 via SPACs, 2 GEM to main board transfers, and 1 through introduction [1] - The leading underwriter for the IPOs was CICC, with 41 deals, followed by CITIC Securities (Hong Kong) with 32 deals [2][3] Underwriter Performance Rankings - The top five underwriters for the 114 Hong Kong IPOs were: 1. CICC: 41 deals 2. CITIC Securities (Hong Kong): 32 deals 3. Huatai International: 22 deals 4. Guotai Junan: 13 deals 5. Morgan Stanley and China Merchants International: 12 deals each [2][3] Hong Kong Legal Advisors Performance Rankings - A total of 39 Hong Kong legal advisors provided services for the IPOs, with the top five being: 1. Davis Polk & Wardwell and King & Wood Mallesons: 16 deals each 3. Conyers Dill & Pearman: 9 deals 4. Various firms including Farrer & Co, K&L Gates, and others: 5 deals each [5][6] Chinese Legal Advisors Performance Rankings - Among 33 Chinese legal advisors, the top five were: 1. Commerce & Finance Law Offices: 19 deals 2. Jingtian & Gongcheng: 17 deals 3. Zhong Lun Law Firm: 10 deals 4. DeHeng Law Offices: 8 deals 5. Guo Feng Law Firm: 7 deals [7][8] Accounting Firms Performance Rankings - Nine accounting firms provided audit services for the IPOs, with the top five being: 1. Ernst & Young: 41 deals 2. KPMG: 25 deals 3. Deloitte: 21 deals 4. PricewaterhouseCoopers: 13 deals 5. Hong Kong Lixin and Crowe (Hong Kong): 4 deals each [11][12]

US-based assurance, tax and advisory practice Doeren Mayhew has acquired Gerald Stinnett CPA, an accounting practice based in the state of Georgia. Founded in 1983, Gerald Stinnett CPA provides tax, accounting and consulting services to clients across both for-profit and non-profit sectors. Following the deal, founder Gerald Stinnett and his team have transferred their operations to Doeren Mayhew’s Metro Atlanta office. Stinnett said: “We are excited to offer our valued clients with an expanded scope o ...

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