Focus: 2009 in reviewThe most popular reports of the year |
As 2009 draws to a close, we take this opportunity to look back at the most popular stories of the year. Here's a month-by-month recap of some of the most downloaded reports from across the Deloitte network of member firm sites. Please join in this retrospective by exploring the links below.
Top stories by month
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January: Global economic outlook – 1st quarter 2009 This much-awaited quarterly report from Deloitte Research noted that the global economy "has stabilized somewhat—albeit at a low and declining level." It also provided a look at risks and opportunities for the coming year. |
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February/March: First steps: An analysis of the tax provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 This report examined the impact on taxpayers of a nearly $790 billion stimulus package signed into law by U.S. President Barack Obama. It topped downloads for two months running. |
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April: Budget 2009 This analysis of Ireland’s 2009 budget provided commentary on various aspects of taxation, infrastructure, and government spending. The package also included an interactive tax calculator. |
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May: Federal budget brief 2009-10 Australia’s second federal budget was designed for recovery, with a distinct focus on building infrastructure, according to this analysis from the Australia member firm. |
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June: Sådan blev skattereformen 2009 Tax reform took center stage this month with a report (in Danish) from the Denmark member firm. |
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July: Prescription for changeWith U.S. President Barack Obama's administration underway, health care reform topped the congressional agenda. This report explored the role of tax as the legislative process and the issues presented by the broader reform debate. |
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August: Accounting Roundup - July 2009 This U.S. publication presented brief descriptions of pronouncements and other regulatory and professional developments in accounting and financial reporting. |
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September: Paquete económico 2010 This report from Deloitte Mexico provided an overview (in Spanish) of a new economic package presented by the executive to the Mexican congress. |
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October: The essential tax and wealth planning guide for 2010 This guide from Deloitte LLP (US) provided information for year-round tax and wealth planning in the midst of economic and legislative uncertainty. |
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November: Novo Código Contributivo This document from Deloitte Portugal highlighted the main changes introduced by the new Social Security Code (in Portuguese). |
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December: 2009 accounting, financial reporting, tax, and regulatory update This annual update covered top-of-mind issues for the financial services industry and highlighted specialized accounting, tax, and regulatory considerations applicable to companies in the banking and securities, insurance, asset management, and real estate industries. |