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Republican tax bill ushers in a new era for U.S. investment
U.S. President Donald J. Trump, Vice President Mike Pence and Republican members of Congress celebrate the passage of their tax bill on Dec. 20, 2017 (source: dpa)
General info
What's inside
- More than 80 percent of Americans will see their taxes lowered
- Drafters of the tax bill hope to unleash investment and economic growth, leading to more jobs and higher wages
- Out-of-control federal spending could make these benefits short-lived, however
Who will benefit?
- Report is targeted to the decision makers in cross country manufacturing – suppliers, manufacturers, logistics.
- Also considered useful for the administrative university facilities, to better understand the possible effects of current decisions.
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