“Even though headlines suggest tech disruption, demand for accounting practices is increasing, so values are going up and they’re very attractive to acquirers.”

Mark Emney · With Interest · Why accounting practices are in demand

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argue that despite headlines about AI disruption, accounting practice valuations are rising and the sector remains highly attractive to acquirers

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