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Tennessee Tax Revenues Surge Strongly | Fort Wayne News
Tennessee’s tax coffers are booming, with revenues soaring over $1.7 billion—up 7.65%—from August last year through July, driven by a powerhouse fourth quarter and strong consumer spending. Sales tax, franchise, and excise taxes led the charge, while the general fund jumped $1.4 billion. July alone shattered expectations, surging 18.39% over estimates—$418 million more than forecast—and $337 million above the same month last year. Officials celebrate the stellar finish but caution that inflation and volatile corporate tax swings could impact future projections as final liabilities are…
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