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Rising Risk: Accounting Shenanigans and Alternative Investments

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The next crash may unearth accounting scandals to rival those of Enron and WorldCom, says Sebastien Canderle.

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What is Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)?

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By providing financial insights and analysis, they assist in evaluating investment opportunities, assessing the financial impact of strategic initiatives, and developing long-term financial plans. Strategic Planning Support: Financial Planning and Analysis plays a crucial role in supporting strategic decision-making processes.

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A Framework to Drive ESG Financial Discipline

CFA Institute

A focus on intangible value creation can bring more financial discipline to ESG investments.

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Counting the Cost of Capital and Seeding Network-Based Accounting

CFA Institute

Cost of capital is a tenuous concept. Charlie Munger amusingly calls it a “perfectly amazing mental malfunction.”.

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Refreshing Revenue, the Cash Conversion Cycle, and Free Cash Flow

CFA Institute

GAAP sometimes misrepresents business reality. We can use that fact to generate some alpha.

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How Alpha Hides in GAAP Accounting: Return on Equity

CFA Institute

You can find significant alpha in the mechanics that drive GAAP accounting.

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Impact-Weighted Accounting: The Missing Ingredient?

CFA Institute

Can Impact-Weighted Accounting (IWA) help unlock ESG Alpha for investors?