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Late payments are a growing challenge for businesses, with increasing economic uncertainty amplifying the risks associated with cash flow disruptions.  For the first time, an exclusive survey from The Kaplan Group reveals the preventive strategies that distinguish companies excelling in collections from those facing persistent payment delays. The survey was conducted among 100 financial decision … Read more

As the U.S. ramps up tariffs on imports from countries like China, Canada, and Mexico, a new financial consequence is emerging: an accelerating rise in consumer debt. An exclusive new study from The Kaplan Group explores how the cost of tariffs is being passed down to consumers, leading to increased credit card usage, higher debt … Read more

Late payments are a growing challenge for businesses, with increasing economic uncertainty amplifying the risks associated with cash flow disruptions.  In an exclusive new survey, The Kaplan Group reveals a striking trend: companies that outsource more overdue invoices to collection agencies experience substantially higher recovery success. The survey was conducted among 100 financial decision makers, … Read more

A new study, based on an exclusive survey by The Kaplan Group, provides a comprehensive analysis of payment collection challenges, focusing on companies affected by high and very high Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).  Our research spans multiple industries, including manufacturing, retail, professional services, and healthcare. The survey gathered insights into revenue distributions, industry-specific trends, and … Read more

Trade vulnerability is a growing issue for many industries in the American economy. Certain industries are at significant risk as tariffs are raised. This increased vulnerability could disrupt supply chains and impact the overall economy with an increase in payment delays or defaults. A new study by The Kaplan Group found that several specific industries … Read more

In recent years, side hustles have gained significant traction as individuals seek additional income streams and entrepreneurial opportunities. A new study by The Kaplan Group examines search trends for various side hustles, the challenges associated with starting these ventures, and the geographic distribution of new business applications across the United States. Key Takeaways Dropshipping as … Read more

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