The regulatory environment for 2025 is being shaped by shifting policies under a new presidential administration and evolving global frameworks. As companies navigate these, understanding the compliance trends and preparing for potential changes will be critical to their success.
Cybersecurity continues to be a critical focus for companies in 2025, with emerging threats such as AI-driven cybercrime and supply chain vulnerabilities testing organizational resilience.
Digital transformation in accounting is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Businesses and accounting professionals are embracing digital tools and advanced technologies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, and meet growing regulatory demands. As the accounting sector shifts from manual, spreadsheet-driven tasks to automated, software-enabled workflows, the future of financial reporting is being redefined.
"Q4 started off strong with ten $50 million+ offerings in October—the busiest month for offerings this size since November 2021. Silent night was the theme for the remainder of the quarter as companies continued to push their IPO timelines. There is optimism the market will fully normalize in the new year, and we see a significant break in the IPO backlog." Craig Clay, President of Global Capital Markets, DFIN
Financial reports are extremely important for internal decision-making and from a compliance perspective. Reports help teams make informed decisions about business opportunities, evaluate financial performance and chart a course forward. Yet the financial reporting process is generally thought of as complex and time-consuming.
Private companies are not held to the same SEC requirements as publicly traded companies.
While the general public may not know the difference between public and private companies, this distinction is essential for navigating the world of business and investing.
In recent years, new technologies have increased the demand for ESG reporting and automation tools have transformed financial reporting. Increasingly, companies are looking to leverage new technologies to reshape their data analytics, with an emphasis on maintaining compliance and increasing transparency.
As part of their commitment to transparency, the SEC adopted new rules in 2023 regarding
Companies need access to capital to grow. The funding opportunities available to a company vary by the structure of that company, such as public or private.