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As Hollywood braces for Trump's foreign film tariffs, Vyas warns the policy could upend a long-held U.S. advantage.

Vyas says consumers will bear the brunt of Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods.

Vyas says supply chain disruptions due to high tariffs could take months to stabilize — even as the Port of L.A. braces for a 35% year-over-year drop in early May imports.

Vyas says higher prices from tariffs could decrease consumer buying habits through major spending seasons, exacerbating the negative effects on the economy.

We are proud to highlight the many accomplishments of Marshall’s exceptional faculty recognized for recently accepted and published research and achievements in their field.

Ramcharan says there is concern Federal Reserve’s decision whether to cut rates may be determined as much by political pressure as by the fundamentals of the market.

As Mattel executives warn that tariffs could impact iconic toys like Barbie, Harris says the added costs from President Trump’s trade policy will ultimately fall on consumers.

Ramcharan says the Fed faces a difficult choice as it pauses rate cuts amid fading consumer confidence.

Sharma says it's a coin toss whether Newsom’s proposed $7.5B federal incentive will keep film productions in the U.S.

Harris asserts America’s trade deficit is a feature, not a flaw — foreigners fund U.S. growth by trading real goods for printed dollars. High tariffs risk undermining that advantage.

DEAN WILLIAM HOLDER [Leventhal] and RICHARD SLOAN, professor of accounting, are mentioned in a recap of this year's conference by ACCOUNTING TODAY.

“There is a whole ecosystem evolving to support preparers and users of sustainability reports…These roles are in high demand and require new skills and so should present valuable career opportunities for our students.”

— Richard Sloan, Deloitte and Touche LLP Chair in Accounting and Professor of Accounting, Finance, and Business Economics

Guiding Exceptional Minds (GEMS) brings the best students to the best employers, thanks to the efforts of Professor Mike Paranal and the Trojan Family Network.

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) awards competitive scholarships to two USC Leventhal students.

Syzmanski says there’s a silver lining to higher tariffs, driving small businesses and consumers alike to start thinking of alternative ways to save money.

Meghan Anand, a business administration major and presidential scholar, will address the newest Trojan graduates at the university’s main ceremony.

The ceremony will take place on May 17 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

USC Marshall students gained hands-on venture capital experience at the Venture Capital Investment Competition, where undergraduates competed for the first-time.

ESPN highlights “The Game is Life” course co-taught by Coach Pete Carroll, Dean Varun Soni, and Prof. David Belasco featuring student experiences, real-world lessons, and Carroll’s “Win Forever” philosophy.

Newsweek cites a new study by Michael Mische which shows gas prices will surge 75% when two major oil refineries go offline in 2026.

Mische says California residents may see a dramatic increase of gas prices if Phillips 66 and Valero oil refineries close.

Mische’s new study shows that gas prices could surge past $8 a gallon by year’s end due to the expected closure of two major oil refineries in California.

Dean Geoffrey Garrett speaks with Nicolai Tangen about modern leadership principles and the importance of being “human” as a leader.

Kim asserts trust is essential for connection, safety, and everyday life.

Tully says that financial constraints are slowing down post-pandemic revenge spending on live events such as concerts.

Diehl says companies risk backfiring on customer happiness when free perks become expectations, due to hedonic adaptation.

Marshall faculty were recognized for outstanding service to students and community at Academic Honors Convocation.

We are proud to highlight the many accomplishments of Marshall’s exceptional faculty recognized for recently accepted and published research and achievements in their field.

In the context of television shows like White Lotus, Nunes explains that wealth in often displayed through expensive purchases, which are meant to signify status.