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A Christmas Take on Inflation
Who knew that for 38 years PNC bank has been publishing the PNC Christmas Price Index!
What issues have Santa's hands full this year?
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Dec 14, 20212 min read


The Dairy Sector Requires Attention
The dairy sector is being impacted by a combination of issues right now. Optimism is running thin for many producers, with good reason.
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Dec 8, 20213 min read


Focus Management Group: November Month in Review
Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, and insights. This is for November.
paloisio
Dec 6, 20213 min read


Is Q4 2021 Activity Foreshadowing a Change?
As 2021 is drawing to a close, lenders and borrowers are asking what to expect in 2022.
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Nov 16, 20213 min read


Are Inflation, Labor Issues, Commodity Price Changes, & Supply Chain Problems Here to Stay?
Which might be transitory, and which might be longer term?
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Nov 15, 20214 min read


Focus Management Group: October Month in Review
Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, and insights. This is for October.
paloisio
Nov 1, 20211 min read


Are Liquidity Pressures Foreshadowing Hyperinflation?
Working Capital Impacts Are Everywhere! Liquidity pressures are the primary concern of companies and their lenders.
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Oct 25, 20212 min read


Focus Management Group Webinars
Here you can find a collection of recordings for our past webinars. We will continuously update this page and add new recordings.
paloisio
Oct 11, 20211 min read


Focus Management Group: September Month in Review
Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, & insights. This is for September.
paloisio
Oct 4, 20212 min read


Emerging Trends are Converging: How Does a Business Operate Successfully in these Uncertain Times?
It's time for businesses to fully embrace risk management with an eye to developing plans and strategies to ensure future success.
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Sep 28, 20213 min read


How Does a Company Prepare for Inflation Risk?
It's clear that all businesses will be impacted in some way by inflationary trends or commodity price changes. Here's how you should prepare
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Sep 20, 20216 min read


Focus Management Group: August Month in Review
Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, and insights. This is for August.
paloisio
Sep 3, 20213 min read


Is the Personal Consumption Expenditure Index (“PCE”) a better measure of inflation?
It's difficult to ignore the mounting fears of inflationary impacts on consumers and businesses. Is PCE or CPI a better inflation indicator?
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Aug 31, 20213 min read


What are the Unexpected Consequences of the Emerging Economic Trends?
The news is full of emerging trends: inflation, commodity prices, labor shortages, supply chain problems, and cybersecurity. Read more here.
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Jul 28, 20213 min read


How Do You Effectively Analyze Q1 and Q2 2021 Financial Performance?
Analyzing Q1 & Q2 financial performance is tough with shutdowns and government money to consider. How should you analyze recent performance?
Juanita Schwartzkopf
Jul 28, 202111 min read


Focus Management Group: May Month in Review
Each month we post an overview article that covers our recent company articles, announcements, and insights. Below is for the month of May.
paloisio
Jun 1, 20212 min read


How to Protect Against Inflation in 2021: A Guide for Commercial Lenders
The news is filled with articles on inflation both warning us or telling us not to worry. How should you protect yourself for both outcomes?
Juanita Schwartzkopf
May 4, 20215 min read
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