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Silicon Valley Bank Collapse: What Happened & What’s Next
The Silicon Valley Bank collapse last Friday was the second-largest bank failure in US history. Patrick O’Keefe explains how it all came tumbling down and what might happen next.
Pat O’Keefe Discusses the SVB Collapse
The Silicon Valley Bank collapse last Friday was the second-largest bank failure in US history. Patrick O’Keefe explains how it all came tumbling down and what might happen next.
Is The Gotion Plant In Jeopardy?
Forefront Friday with John Ruther, CPA/ABV, MBA, CGMA. The planned $2.5 billion EV battery plant near Big Rapids, MI, is “not a done deal,” according to Gotion executives. Since announcing the plant and plans to create over 2,300 jobs in the… Continue Reading
Forefront Friday: Introducing Caitlin Fleming
Join us in welcoming our newest teammate, Caitlin Fleming! Caitlin joins us as a Senior Associate. She brings O’Keefe a strong and diverse background, with degrees in law, business and social sciences and experience in the public sector, having previously… Continue Reading
Big 3 Profit Sharing by the Numbers
Detroit’s Big Three recently announced the average gross profit-sharing checks their UAW-represented employees will be receiving. We explore the biggest winners as well as Ford’s $2 billion profit loss in 2022. #BeOnTheForefront #automotiveindustry #profitsharing
Trucking Recession? Freight Rates Tumble
With the surge in online shopping and stimulus checks during COVID, demand for freight transportation and pricing skyrocketed. However, as the pandemic continues to evolve, the industry is now facing a slowdown in freight rates and volumes coupled with rising… Continue Reading
Super Expensive Bowl
Pat O’Keefe returns to break down more Super Bowl economics ahead of Sunday’s big game in Glendale, AZ!
Forefront Friday with Pat O’Keefe: Sports Economics
Pat O’Keefe and Julie Lock break down some of the economics for this year’s Super Bowl and explore the long-term outlook on Mat Ishbia’s acquisition of the Phoenix Suns & Mercury.
Hotel Bankruptcies Loom in the Year Ahead
Despite a strong rebound following the pandemic, U.S. hotels will likely struggle in 2023. The industry is currently dealing with pressures from rising interest rates, increased operational costs, and looming recession worries. If predictions of a mild recession come true,… Continue Reading
