2025 is a year to watch tax policy developments, particularly with the passage of sweeping changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act. Both businesses and individuals should be proactive in evaluating tax planning opportunities to maximize savings and optimize their financial strategy.

Discover our insights on tax strategy:

• Sweeping federal tax law: Business, individual, and other changes

• One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Tax highlights and strategies for individuals

• One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s SALT cap changes: What to know

• The Qualified Small Business Stock Exclusion: A Rare Gift

• Tax incentives for consideration when reshoring or expanding abroad

• Tariff taxation: How to assess your state sales tax exposure

• OBBB tax law: How does your state conform?(Opens a new window)

Though macro issues continue to create uncertainty in the boardroom, leaders should remember that a changing environment is not inherently negative. Those who understand it are better equipped to rethink their operations and make strategic investments that drive growth even amid ongoing shifts.

Discover our insights on resilience: 

• Amid tariffs, inventory and supply chain management matter more than ever

• Financial agility in a dynamic market: Harness tech, data, and outsourced insights 

• Boosting economic resilience during uncertain times

• Buy-sell agreements: A must-have for business continuity

At least for the near term, the overall sentiment within the dealmaking community is likely to be one of caution and prudence. While there are still opportunities for high-quality investments, the current environment requires a more measured approach, prioritizing stability and long-term growth. It is also a time to look within, to create value by making sure that both management and portfolio companies are operating at their highest potential.

Discover our insights on capital markets:

• Private equity update: Adapting to market shifts and challenges 

• Selling the business: Preparing to be transaction-ready

• Private Equity’s Sprint to Value Creation 

• Private Equity: Illustrative Financial Statements(Opens a new window)(Opens a new window)(Opens a new window)

• Add-on acquisitions in private equity: Strategy meets execution

• Private equity portfolio companies: Auditor selection guide