The Daily Lowdown - November 5 2024

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💎 WTF of the Day

Feds Raid PwC

Australian authorities just raided PwC’s Sydney office over a major tax leak probe. Whistleblowers exposed possible tax avoidance schemes linked to top clients, prompting the government to take swift action. 

This raid could mean hefty fines and a hit to PwC’s reputation, sending ripples through the entire industry. Other firms are now rethinking their compliance strategies to stay out of trouble. 

Source: Reuters

💎 What’s poppin in accounting

QBI Deduction on the Chopping Block

Lovesac Settles with SEC for $1.5 Million

Remember the Lovesac drama we chatted about last week? Well, here’s the update Lovesac is coughing up $1.5 million to settle fraud claims with the SEC. Turns out, they overstated their revenues and didn’t play nice with their financial reporting. This settlement hits their wallet and reputation hard

💎 Did you know?

Maryland’s $5.4 Million Tax Surprise

Maryland just got hit with a whopping $5.4 million tax surprise! Turns out, some budget miscalculations and sudden policy changes led to this unexpected bill. This hefty hit affects both taxpayers and local businesses, raising eyebrows about the state’s financial planning. 

 📊 Weekly Trend Chart

Turning Your Burritos into Big Profits

Doordash is smashing it as the "taxi for burritos," hitting $20 billion in sales for Q3, up from $18 billion last year. They boosted profits by expanding their delivery network, optimizing logistics, and entering new markets. 

DashPass memberships have surged, bringing in more recurring revenue. Doordash also cut costs and improved margins by streamlining operations. Plus, they’re gearing up to dive into grocery and convenience store deliveries next. All these moves are making Doordash more profitable and shaking up the delivery game!

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