SUPER BOWL TICKETS
Appraisal Economics has determined the fair market value of Super Bowl tickets for charitable donation purposes. When valuing the tickets, we consider the price paid by the donor as well as the asking sale prices for tickets listed on secondary marketplaces that are...
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The Spike in Housing Development Near Malls
In recent years, one of the most surprising catalysts for housing development has come not from urban planners, developers, or local governments but from shopping malls. Many malls are no longer the epicenters of suburban retail culture they once were. As e-commerce...
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Update on the State of Water Utilities
The U.S. water utility landscape 2024 was shaped by declining M&A activity, intensifying regulatory pressures, and shifting investment dynamics. As we enter 2025, utilities, investors, and public agencies must brace for continued disruption and renewed scrutiny. M&A...
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Negative expected impacts to US economy from a trade war with Canada
Trade between the United States and Canada is profoundly significant because both countries trade with each other the most. Any form of trade conflict would be equally damaging to both countries. A trade dispute in the form of a trade war between these two nations...
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Review Of M&A Activity For Nonprofits In 2024
Nonprofit mergers in 2024 reflected an industry recalibrating in response to economic pressures, funding constraints, and shifting donor expectations. Organizations once hesitant to consolidate now view mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as a proactive strategy rather...
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How Might The Trump Administration Impact Renewable Energy?
Over the last 10 years, wind, solar, and other clean energy technologies have reached a point where renewable energy is an essential part of the efforts to fight climate change. However, government policies underlie the path and growth of this sector, and the Trump...
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Appraisal Economics has valued accelerated barrier notes linked to the returns of the S&P 500 Index. The notes are complex securities that provide upside leveraged returns in excess of the S&P 500, while providing barrier protection for part of the downside. Appraisal...
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What Is An “Up-C” Structure, And What Are The Benefits?
An Up-C structure is an efficient vehicle for operating partnerships seeking to access public capital markets while preserving favorable tax treatment for original owners. Unlike a traditional C corporation IPO, this structure allows pre-IPO investors—typically...
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Intellectual Property as Loan Collateral: Is it Becoming More Popular?
Intellectual property (IP) is increasingly carving its niche as a valuable form of collateral in loan agreements, reshaping the landscape of secure debt financing. As businesses prioritize innovation, their intangible assets – patents, trademarks, copyrights, and...
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US Solar Carport Market – Key Drivers For Growth
Solar carports in the United States have emerged as a critical segment of the renewable energy market, leveraging the convergence of sustainability goals and advancements in photovoltaic technology. Unlike traditional ground-mounted solar arrays, carports integrate...
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