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As U.S. States Weigh Revenue Adjustments, Some Aim To Shift Tax Burdens Toward Higher Earners
- Some U.S. states continue prioritizing tax relief while others are focusing on initiatives to impose new taxes on wealthy individuals.
- Income tax structures that rely heavily on upper-income filers have demonstrated some cyclicality in the past.
- S&P Global Ratings believes states will proactively manage the performance and collection of revenues following recent tax changes to ensure long-term budget management.
U.S. Transportation Infrastructure Port Update: Navigating The Geopolitical And Trade Policy Crosscurrents
In 2026, U.S. maritime ports have transitioned from stable utility-like infrastructure to frontline actors in a fractured global economy.
As supply chains decouple and "friend-shoring" becomes the standard, port activity levels are now deeply intertwined with geopolitical maneuvers. Assessing a port's viability and creditworthiness no longer stops at physical capacity; it requires a deeper understanding of trade policy shifts, international security corridors, and the legal agility of port operators to navigate a hyper-regulated sanctions environment.
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