ROSE Report: Staying in Control During Uncertain Times

Issue 90 - Staying in Control During Uncertain Times

How to Manage Costs Amid Uncertainty and Change

Government contractors are operating in a new era of unpredictability. Federal agencies are tightening purse strings, reassessing priorities, and executing aggressive cost-containment strategies. Contracts once considered stable revenue anchors are now vulnerable to abrupt cancellations or indefinite delays, leaving many firms scrambling to stay financially afloat.

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GovCon M&A Under DOGE: Navigating Uncertainty for Small Business Success

Change breeds uncertainty. And for small business owners in the government contracting (GovCon) space, the Trump administration’s first 100 days have delivered plenty of both. The introduction of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—tasked with slashing $2 trillion in federal spending by July 2026—signals a seismic shift in federal priorities. Add in high interest rates, proposed tariffs, and economic volatility, and you've got a chaotic environment where M&A decisions feel riskier than ever.
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