How Dunkin' CEO Views U.S. Labor Market and Tax Reform

The video discusses the challenges in the labor market, particularly the difficulty in finding workers despite low unemployment rates. It also covers the impact of health care reform on franchisees, emphasizing the need for less bureaucracy and a change in the definition of part-time workers. Additionally, the video explores tax reform, focusing on corporate tax reduction and the importance of maintaining depreciation benefits for franchisees.

What is the main concern of franchisees in the northeast regarding the labor market?

• Excessive competition

• High unemployment rates

• Inability to find workers

• Rising wages

What change do franchisees want in the definition of part-time workers?

• Increase from 20 to 30 hours

• Decrease from 30 to 20 hours

• Decrease from 40 to 30 hours

• Increase from 30 to 40 hours

What aspect of health care reform is most concerning to franchisees?

• Bureaucracy and reporting

• Economic impact

• Cost of insurance

• Quality of care

What do franchisees hope to maintain in terms of tax policy?

• Instant depreciation

• Increased tariffs

• Elimination of all taxes

• Higher corporate tax rates

What is the expected outcome of the tax reform discussions in Washington?

• Introduction of new tariffs

• Reduction in corporate tax rates

• No changes in tax policy

• Increase in corporate tax rates