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Ericsson faces CFO exit, ‘choppy’ economic climate

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The network provider’s long-time CFO will depart as the company takes steps to weather a choppy economic environment, including shifts in the developing 5G space.

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Weakening manufacturing demand clouds economic outlook: Conference Board

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Amid minor headwinds to economic growth, “client concerns have shifted from recession to re-acceleration,” according to analysts at Bank of America Securities.

Economics 190
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Executives’ dim US economic outlook eases slightly: AICPA

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economy outlook comes as finance leaders are continuing to grapple this week with more mixed economic signals. The executives’ slightly less gloomy first quarter U.S.

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30% of CFOs see economic downturn triggering layoffs: study

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CFOs expect potential layoffs, workforce retention challenges and move to implement cost-cutting measures as an economic downturn becomes more likely.

Economics 209
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Adopting AI Responsibly: Guidelines for Procurement of AI Solutions by the Private Sector

This World Economic Forum-GEP report offers a holistic procurement process and structured framework to select responsible AI tools. As artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes more prevalent, it’s crucial that firms adopt AI technology responsibly. Download the report today.

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SEC presses for economic risk disclosures

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The SEC’s focus on disclosures related to turbulence in the economy comes as the agency pushes companies to disclose more about executive pay.

Economics 265
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CFOs see brighter economic prospects: survey

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Optimism in the economic outlook is far stronger in North America than in Europe and Asia, according to two accounting organizations.

Economics 183
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The Cost-Plus World of Supply Chains: The Macroeconomic and Geopolitical Environment

What’s Inside: Impact of economic and geopolitical headwinds How supply chains are being restructured for resilience Adopting a hybrid approach to supply chain management

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GEP Spend Category Outlook 2024

Your Roadmap to Smarter Spend Management in 2024 Geopolitical, economic and supply chain challenges will stick around in 2024, but don’t despair. There are strategic opportunities to leverage AI-powered technology and digital toolsets to overcome these hurdles more effectively.

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Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability

How can businesses gain a competitive edge in an era marked by relentless competition and economic fluctuations? The secret is mastering strategic cost management strategies. This GEP bulletin, "Strategic Cost Management Approaches to Unlock Growth and Increase Profitability," breaks this down into clear, actionable steps.

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GEP Outlook Report 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain.

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Exploring the Overlap: Cost Optimization and Digital Transformation

Speaker: Alex Jiménez, Managing Principal, Financial Service Consulting for EPAM

Global economic conditions are soft at best. The largest banks have increased reserves to protect against deteriorating economic conditions. From a budget standpoint, US banks are feeling the pinch. Many US banks are bracing for increased defaults and lower demand for mortgages and other loans as interest rates have increased.

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Top 3 Banking Secrets to Stay Relevant with Gen Z Consumers

Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

Economics and Returns 📈 Adapt to shifting market conditions with flexible, cost-effective technology and operating models to consistently achieve desired economic benchmarks and returns. faster than their competitors. Learn how to offer the experiences and products that appeal to Gen Z.

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Navigating Financial Storms: Strategies for Building Resilient Balance Sheets

Speaker: Carolina Aponte - Owner and CEO, Caja Holdings LLC

By implementing these strategies, companies can build a resilient balance sheet that can weather economic storms and position themselves for long-term success. Additionally, companies need to adopt a long-term perspective and engage in rigorous financial planning to identify potential risks and opportunities.