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Weakening manufacturing demand clouds economic outlook: Conference Board

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 21, 2024

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

Economics

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30% of CFOs see economic downturn triggering layoffs: study

CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

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

Economics

Ericsson faces CFO exit, ‘choppy’ economic climate

CFO Dive

APRIL 18, 2023

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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Executives’ dim US economic outlook eases slightly: AICPA

CFO Dive

MARCH 10, 2023

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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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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CFOs see brighter economic prospects: survey

CFO Dive

AUGUST 2, 2023

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

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SEC presses for economic risk disclosures

CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

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

Retail sales exceed forecasts, underscoring solid 2024 economic growth

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Recent signs of vitality have prompted some economists to mark up growth forecasts, despite weakness in manufacturing and a hiring slowdown early in the summer.

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Agility key in tackling economic downturn

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Airbase and Clari CFOs share best practices to meet a challenging business environment.

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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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CFOs juggle strategy, economic pressures in AI push: Billtrust

CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Heightened pressure to deliver strategy could push CFOs to adopt GenAI faster than previous technologies, Billtrust CEO Sunil Rajasekar said.

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Economic, cyber worries among top CFO concerns: Travelers

CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Over half of CFOs pointed to mitigating business risks as a key skill set, a recent Travelers study found.

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Economic data no longer herald recession: Conference Board

CFO Dive

AUGUST 19, 2024

Several data points during the past two weeks paint a sunny outlook for the economy, discouraging forecasts of a downturn.

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Fed reports ‘modest’ economic growth, slowing inflation

CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The central bank’s aggressive monetary tightening will likely curb inflation without triggering a recession, former St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said.

Economics

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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.

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Cybersecurity spending slows amid economic headwinds: report

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Average security budget growth was lowest in cyber-mature sectors, such as tech, finance and healthcare, according to the research.

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CFOs look to curb burnout in face of economic strain: Yooz

CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Automation can help stressed CFOs curb employee burnout and improve efficiency, but they need to approach its implementation strategically, Yooz CFO John Gronen said.

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Nobel economics prize highlights gender wage gap

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Claudia Goldin is credited with advancing the understanding of “key drivers of gender differences in the labor market.”

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Economists predict above-trend economic growth in 2025: Wolters Kluwer

CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Economists at companies ranging from Goldman Sachs to Ford Motor and KPMG to Wells Fargo now see only a 27% probability of recession in the next 12 months.

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CFO optimism rebounds on brighter economic outlook: Deloitte

CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

CFO expectations for revenue, earnings and hiring have improved since the second quarter, Deloitte said.

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CFOs up forecasting frequency amid economic uncertainty: survey

CFO Dive

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Pricing pressures, labor costs and talent retention struggles are creating new forecasting challenges for financial and business leaders, the AICPA & CIMA survey found.

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Economic optimism grows as inflation worries ease: McKinsey

CFO Dive

JULY 10, 2023

Business executives worldwide see growing risks from income inequality and shifts in political leadership, McKinsey said.

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Tech execs see growth opportunities in economic downturn: EY

CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Half of executives in the technology sector see a potential recession as a time to implement growth strategies.

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Economic growth will slow to 1.6% in 2024 as high rates bite: World Bank

CFO Dive

JANUARY 10, 2024

The most restrictive monetary policy in 40 years will weigh on growth but probably not trigger a downturn this year and in 2025, the World Bank said.

Economics

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Uzbekistan Minister Laziz Kudratov On Country’s Sweeping Economic Makeover

Global Finance

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Along with a more business-friendly environment, key reforms, such as reducing VAT from 20% to 12% and creating special economic zones, we have strengthened our position as an attractive destination for foreign investors. We have seen GDP rise by 6% in 2023 and 6.4% in the first half of 2024. Has this been an advantage in driving growth?

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94 Percent of Indian CFOs bullish on nation's economic future, reveals Deloitte Survey

CFO News

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Indian CFOs exhibit unparalleled confidence in their nation's economic future, with 94 percent expressing optimism, in stark contrast to the 30 percent among their Asian counterparts. Deloitte's APAC CFO Survey 2023 sheds light on this disparity, emphasizing India's financial leadership and the evolving role of CFOs in the region.

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Hossam Heiba, CEO of Egypt’s Investment Authority, On Economic Reforms And A Growing Private Sector

Global Finance

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Heiba : In 2016, the Egyptian government embarked on a major economic reform programnot only changing economic policies, but also doing a paradigm shift in the philosophy of investments. GF : How is the business environment changing in Egypt? And what would you say to investors who might have been a little scared before?

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Why ERP is a Strong Strategic Move for Businesses Preparing for an Economic Downturn

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JULY 7, 2023

Does it feel like the future has become more uncertain lately? If you and your business are worried about the direction of things, you’re not alone. The world has changed since the pandemic, and uncertainty about the direction of the business environment is a common sentiment.

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Bankruptcies surge 18% in 2023 as more distress looms

CFO Dive

JANUARY 4, 2024

The rise in business failures was one of the darker pieces of last year’s economic puzzle.

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CFOs zero in on digital transformation

CFO Dive

JANUARY 13, 2023

Finance leaders are still prioritizing digital transformation even as they face economic headwinds.

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Fed’s Cook says ‘impressive’ AI innovation has yet to lift productivity

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Cook highlighted the long-term potential of artificial intelligence to spur economic growth, lift wages and ease price pressures.

Economics

Companies cut salary budget increases to 3.6%, trim promotions: Mercer

CFO Dive

APRIL 25, 2024

Plans for slower gains to salaries align with Thursday data showing that economic growth slowed to just 1.6% last quarter, far less than expected.

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Down rounds could be ‘lightning rod’ for CFO action

CFO Dive

JUNE 8, 2023

Despite their stigma, down rounds can help CFOs get the financial buffer they need to weather economic dips and set the company back on a course toward growth.

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CEO optimism hits two-year high as inflation cools: Conference Board

CFO Dive

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

More than one out of three top executives believe the economic outlook will brighten during the next six months, according to a Conference Board and Business Council survey.

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November election, event risks loom, drive volatility: Bloomberg Intelligence

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Finance chiefs should look to maintain robust, flexible portfolios as election and economic risks continue to impact volatility, Bloomberg’s Tanvir Sandhu advised.

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Tech CFOs kick off 2024 with flurry of layoffs

CFO Dive

JANUARY 30, 2024

The latest layoffs show that many tech CFOs remain laser-focused on ensuring long-term profitability in an uncertain economic environment, analysts said.

Economics

83% of execs anticipate spike in their M&A volume this year: Deloitte

CFO Dive

JANUARY 24, 2024

With economic conditions slowly improving, the stage might be set for a rebound in M&A activity.

Economics

KFC names new CFO amid push to boost sales

CFO Dive

APRIL 10, 2024

The finance leadership change comes as KFC struggles with dwindling traffic in a dicey economic environment.

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Fractional experts, AI can ease pressures on ‘overextended’ finance teams

CFO Dive

AUGUST 12, 2024

CFOs need to bring flexibility to overburdened finance teams to navigate economic headwinds, Paro’s Michael Burdick said.

Finance

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Nintex CFO on taking an ‘outcome-oriented’ approach to financial talent

CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Taking an outcome-oriented approach can help CFOs keep hold of top talent and drive value in an uncertain economic environment.

CFO

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Global cyber talent shortage could hit 85M workers by 2030: report

CFO Dive

APRIL 30, 2024

Cybersecurity threat actors' innovative methods are driving up demand for professionals with diverse and specialized skill sets, the World Economic Forum said.

Economics

Fed’s Goolsbee seeks to cool speculation of sudden turn to rate policy

CFO Dive

AUGUST 5, 2024

The central bank official cited signs of solid economic growth, including a 2.8%-annual-rate annual-rate increase in gross domestic product during the second quarter.

Economics

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AI-driven cash flow management startup gets $15M boost

CFO Dive

MAY 8, 2024

Panax is among companies that say they’re seeing high demand for finance automation tools as businesses try to navigate an uncertain economic environment.

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Small business confidence hits post-pandemic high: U.S. Chamber

CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The outlook among small businesses has brightened as economists upgrade forecasts for economic growth this year and in 2024.

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Weakening manufacturing demand clouds economic outlook: Conference Board

30% of CFOs see economic downturn triggering layoffs: study

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Ericsson faces CFO exit, ‘choppy’ economic climate

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Executives’ dim US economic outlook eases slightly: AICPA

Exploring the Overlap: Cost Optimization and Digital Transformation

CFOs see brighter economic prospects: survey

SEC presses for economic risk disclosures

Retail sales exceed forecasts, underscoring solid 2024 economic growth

Agility key in tackling economic downturn

Top 3 Banking Secrets to Stay Relevant with Gen Z Consumers

CFOs juggle strategy, economic pressures in AI push: Billtrust

Economic, cyber worries among top CFO concerns: Travelers

Economic data no longer herald recession: Conference Board

Fed reports ‘modest’ economic growth, slowing inflation

Navigating Financial Storms: Strategies for Building Resilient Balance Sheets

Cybersecurity spending slows amid economic headwinds: report

CFOs look to curb burnout in face of economic strain: Yooz

Nobel economics prize highlights gender wage gap

Economists predict above-trend economic growth in 2025: Wolters Kluwer

CFO optimism rebounds on brighter economic outlook: Deloitte

CFOs up forecasting frequency amid economic uncertainty: survey

Economic optimism grows as inflation worries ease: McKinsey

Tech execs see growth opportunities in economic downturn: EY

Economic growth will slow to 1.6% in 2024 as high rates bite: World Bank

Uzbekistan Minister Laziz Kudratov On Country’s Sweeping Economic Makeover

94 Percent of Indian CFOs bullish on nation's economic future, reveals Deloitte Survey

Hossam Heiba, CEO of Egypt’s Investment Authority, On Economic Reforms And A Growing Private Sector

Why ERP is a Strong Strategic Move for Businesses Preparing for an Economic Downturn

Bankruptcies surge 18% in 2023 as more distress looms

CFOs zero in on digital transformation

Fed’s Cook says ‘impressive’ AI innovation has yet to lift productivity

Companies cut salary budget increases to 3.6%, trim promotions: Mercer

Down rounds could be ‘lightning rod’ for CFO action

CEO optimism hits two-year high as inflation cools: Conference Board

November election, event risks loom, drive volatility: Bloomberg Intelligence

Tech CFOs kick off 2024 with flurry of layoffs

83% of execs anticipate spike in their M&A volume this year: Deloitte

KFC names new CFO amid push to boost sales

Fractional experts, AI can ease pressures on ‘overextended’ finance teams

Nintex CFO on taking an ‘outcome-oriented’ approach to financial talent

Global cyber talent shortage could hit 85M workers by 2030: report

Fed’s Goolsbee seeks to cool speculation of sudden turn to rate policy

AI-driven cash flow management startup gets $15M boost

Small business confidence hits post-pandemic high: U.S. Chamber

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