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ECB | Cash Remains Most Widely Accepted Payment Method in Euro Area

Overall, 92% of companies with physical points of sale accept cash Cash acceptance rebounds after decline observed during and after pandemic Cash widely valued for privacy and reliability, while acceptance of mobile payments rises sharply According to the latest survey on the use of cash by companies in the euro area published today by the European Central Bank, cash acceptance has rebounded slightly. In 2026, 92% of companies selling goods and services in physical locations in the retail trade, restaurants and cafés,...
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European Commission | New Packaging Rules for Less Waste and Easier Recycling

From 12 August 2026, new rules on packaging and packaging waste apply in the EU. This will change the way products are packaged to protect the environment and people’s health. It will also create opportunities for businesses. Packaging uses large quantities of raw materials and generates waste that ends up in landfills or the sea. Some chemicals used in packaging can also be harmful. The new rules address these issues by setting requirements for the manufacturing and composition of all packaging placed on the EU market. They also require...
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ECB | From Well to Pump: How Fuel Prices are Formed

Blog | Retail fuel prices have surged in 2026 following the outbreak of the conflict in the Middle East, driving up euro area energy inflation. In this blog, we examine the factors that drive fuel price dynamics at the pump. Rising oil prices amid the conflict in the Middle East have put the public spotlight back on fuel costs and their potential impact on inflation. This blog post explains how changes in crude oil prices feed through to what consumers...
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OECD | Headline Inflation Eased to 4.2% in June 2026, Reflecting a Temporary Decline in Energy Inflation

Year-on-year inflation in the OECD as measured by the Consumer Price Index declined to 4.2% in June 2026, down from 4.6% in May. Year-on-year inflation in the OECD as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) declined to 4.2% in June 2026, down from 4.6% in May (Table 1, Figures 1 and 2), following three consecutive monthly increases. Headline inflation declined in 20 OECD countries, rose in 6, and was stable or broadly stable in 12. In June, headline inflation...
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European Commission | Safer and More Transparent AI

On 2 August 2026, new rules on the transparency of AI systems take effect. AI is advancing quickly, making it increasingly difficult to distinguish AI-generated and manipulated content from human-created and authentic content. This creates new risks of misinformation and manipulation at scale, fraud, impersonation, and consumer deception. The new transparency obligations will help people recognise when they are interacting with AI or are exposed to AI-generated content, so they can make informed decisions and better protect themselves from misinformation or deception. Click here to access explanatory video. Transparency...
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ITA | Commerce Department Secures Win Following First-Time Duty Evasion Filling with CBP Under Enforcement Law

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Commerce today highlighted an inaugural successful collaboration with U.S. Customs and Border Protection to combat duty evasion under the Enforce and Protect Act (EAPA). For the first time, in August 2025, the Department of Commerce submitted a duty evasion allegation to U.S. Customs and Border Protection under EAPA. On July 30, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) determined that antidumping duties are being evaded on imports of carbon and alloy steel threaded...

UPCOMING EACC EVENTS

Transatlantic Energy Strategies at a Turning Point: Markets, Geopolitics, and Infrastructure Investment Needs

Global energy markets are undergoing a period of profound change. Geopolitical tensions, shifting supply chains, and the accelerating demands of the AI and digital‑technology revolution are reshaping how nations think about energy security, affordability, and long‑term resilience. As electricity consumption rises and competition for reliable resources intensifies, both Europe and the North America face pressure to diversify their energy mixes and modernize aging infrastructure.

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    WEBINAR | Infrastructure Evergreen Fund Structures: Practical Considerations

    Hosted by Arendt | Evergreen fund structures are attracting increasing interest in the context of long-term investments. For infrastructure assets in particular, they offer compelling opportunities and raise important questions around structuring, investor onboarding, liquidity and remuneration.

      MEMBER NEWS

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      Grassi | Grassi Strengthens NYC Presence & Tax Practice with Integration of Hoffman Mulligan

      New York, NY — August 13, 2026 — Grassi, a leading employee-owned advisory, tax and accounting firm, announced today that Hoffman Mulligan has joined the firm, strengthening its high-net-worth and tax practice capabilities and expanding its presence in New York City. Effective August 1, the Hoffman Mulligan team, including partners Don Hoffman and Janet Mulligan, along with 20 professionals, has relocated to Grassi’s New York City headquarters at 360 Madison Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY. This integration enhances Grassi’s ability to serve high-net-worth individuals...
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      Houthoff | Three Years of FSR Enforcement: Time for Recalibration?

      It has been three years since the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) entered into force. This instrument, designed to tackle distortive foreign subsidies and “level the playing field”, has attracted both praise and criticism. Whilst the European Commission (Commission) declared the instrument fit for purpose in its first statutory review of the FSR in July 2026, it also noted that modifications may be necessary. In our yearly FSR review, we analyse what these changes may be by looking at the FSR enforcement highlights of...
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      Orbiss | Key U.S. Business Dates for the Second Half of 2026

      Key dates, fewer surprises. A guide to business deadlines and holiday closures in the second half of 2026. For international companies operating in the U.S., the second half of 2026 includes several dates that can affect tax filings, payroll, banking, employee records, and year-end reporting. Here are the main dates to keep on your calendar for the rest of 2026. Key Compliance Dates If you own a U.S. company or manage one from overseas, your operations likely depend on several third parties, including...
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      Ogletree Deakins | Beyond the Data, Part I: Using AI Tools to Turn Workforce Data Into Preventive Compliance

      Artificial intelligence (AI)–assisted workforce analytics and simpler changes to how reports are generated and reviewed can both help employers continuously monitor that data and correct issues earlier, reducing wage-and-hour exposure in California and beyond. This article opens a new series, “Beyond the Data,” on turning existing workforce data into a preventive compliance program. It also introduces a simple, five-stage framework that the rest of the series will build on. Quick Hits Most employers already possess the workforce data and systems needed...
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      Trepp | Office Deals Led CMBS Growth Through July 2026, & Data Centers Arrived

      Domestic private-label commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) issuance reached $76.2 billion through July 2026, measured by loan balance when each deal was sold, according to Trepp data as of July 31. Single-asset, single-borrower (SASB) deals, each backed by one property or one owner, made up $58.0 billion. Conduit deals, which pool many smaller loans from different owners, made up $16.1 billion. A small remainder came from large-loan deals. Office was the single largest property type at 22.7% of issuance, or $17.3...
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      RSM | Concentration Risk is Reshaping Critical Mineral Supply Chains

      Why middle market manufacturers and energy companies face rising volatility Key takeaways Supply chain risk stems from geographic concentration across mining, processing and refining. That concentration risk is colliding with accelerating demand across multiple sectors. Disciplined working capital strategies can help organizations balance resilience with liquidity. Critical minerals—including rare earth elements, lithium, cobalt, copper and platinum group metals—are essential inputs for manufacturing and energy companies. They underpin everything from industrial components and advanced manufacturing to power generation, grid infrastructure, electric vehicles and defense applications. Supply...

      Latest & Leading

      New Micropodcast Series: What’s Happening Across the Atlantic

      The EACCNY is happy to announce the launch of its “What’s Happening Across the Atlantic” series, an initiative that aims to offer our members and wider audience hands-on updates on current affairs and policy developments on both sides of the pond. In these 3-5 minute segments, EU and US policy makers and experts along with a select group of EACCNY members will answer a single timely question: What’s Happening Across the Atlantic” focusing on a specific topic that is relevant to our audience.

      Member Spotlight

      Galileo Global Securities is a broker-dealer registered in the US and Canada which provides cross-border financial advisory, Private Placement and M&A services with a focus on a couple of industrial sectors: energy, cleantech, aviation, healthcare, and alternative investment industries. Our network extends to Japan, China, India and Western Europe.

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