CFO News

OCTOBER 6, 2024

It points to low private sector investment, stagnating manufacturing, and a decline in real wages and productivity. High tariffs and Chinese imports hurt manufacturing. Low wages and productivity hit consumer demand, affecting investment. These could harm long-term economic growth if unaddressed.

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CFO News Room

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The government wants new domestic companies to set up their manufacturing units in India fast and hence the concessional tax rate of 15 per cent has been extended by a year till March 2024, Revenue Secretary Tarun Bajaj said on Friday. The direct tax collection estimates for the 2021-22 fiscal has been revised upwards from Rs 11.08

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 3, 2024

Yet, by taking a measured look at factors driving economic activity and influencing behavior, advisors can help clients face risks they can't control and (hopefully) position themselves to take advantage of opportunities as they develop. Meanwhile, a smorgasbord of potential risks threatens economic growth's "soft landing" narrative.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

It's not just about Karnataka; it's about the nation becoming a manufacturing hub. It's about India becoming an economic superpower and leading in technologies." "I'm not saying that other ecosystems don't deserve support, but who deserves it the most?

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CFO News

AUGUST 9, 2024

Speaking about the new investments, Harshit Aggarwal, CEO and founder of Novamax Appliances said, “With this facility, we aim to enhance our production capabilities and ensure timely delivery to our customers.

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CFO Talks

AUGUST 9, 2024

Balancing Risks and Returns in Investment Strategies: A Detailed Guide for CFOs in Africa For CFOs operating within the diverse economic landscapes of Africa, making informed investment decisions is crucial. Understanding Risk and Return Investment decisions are all about balancing potential rewards against possible risks.

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Future CFO

JULY 20, 2023

China’s economic growth would stay above target though recovery momentum fades, said Fitch recently. The manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index, for instance, has been below 50 for the past three months, indicating contraction in manufacturing activity, while China’s exports fell by 12.4% in 2024 and 4.7% in May, Fitch noted.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

manufacturing sector continued a rebound that has stretched through the past six months, with the latest showing in October underpinned in part by consumer demand, which in turn translated into continued production of consumers goods. The manufacturing economy continued its recovery in October,” the ISM said in its latest report.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 27, 2023

In their book, the authors propose a number of strategies for accelerating India's economic development, and these include investing in human capital, expanding opportunities in high-skilled services, and fostering innovative manufacturing of new products.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 3, 2024

The sentiment is especially poignant when it comes to economic forecasting, as it's nearly impossible to get an accurate picture of the current state of the economy at any given moment. While the manufacturing sector (which makes up 'only' 8% of the U.S.

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CFO News

MARCH 19, 2024

Khara told ET that India’s focus on building manufacturing muscle would further strengthen the growth capex trend and, in turn, banks that are expected to help finance India's spectacular and exciting journey along the competitiveness gradient.

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Khara told ET that India’s focus on building manufacturing muscle would further strengthen the growth capex trend and, in turn, banks that are expected to help finance India's spectacular and exciting journey along the competitiveness gradient.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 4, 2023

manufacturing sector, by the measures of employment and service prices, has been in a recession for nearly 12 months. What's driving many of the economic conditions today are higher interest rates resulting from the Fed's efforts to fight inflation. And even though U.S.

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PYMNTS

JULY 12, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic may have brought manufacturing to a halt, but that hasn’t stopped these same companies from investing in software upgrades and technology initiatives to stay competitive. of Wisconsin, said they’ve maintained or accelerated investments in tech and research.

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 6, 2023

The December ISM surveys suggest a contraction in the services and manufacturing sectors, a very ominous sign should the results persist in the coming months. . The report states, “Employment contracted due to a combination of decreased hiring due to economic uncertainty and an inability to backfill open positions.”. points to 54.7 (see

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Musings on Markets

AUGUST 19, 2024

In fact, the business life cycle has become an integral part of the corporate finance, valuation and investing classes that I teach, and in many of the posts that I have written on this blog. Tech companies age in dog years, and the consequences for how we manage, value and invest in them are profound.

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CFO News

AUGUST 14, 2024

On India’s 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a visionary roadmap for 2047, focusing on economic modernization, infrastructure, and strategic reforms to propel India towards global prominence.

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Future CFO

MAY 11, 2023

The Asian economic outlook stays positive as the region’s domestic demand has so far remained strong despite monetary tightening, said IMF recently at its press briefing on Economic Outlook for Asia Pacific and Korea. percentage points compared with projections we had made in the October World Economic Outlook (WEO) by the fund.

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Global Finance

JUNE 4, 2024

Since then, Rajapaksa’s successor, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has presided over yet another tentative economic recovery. Currency: Sri Lankan rupee Investment promotion agency: The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) Investment incentives: All incentives are subject to approvals and registrations. billion. .):

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Behuria, The University of Manchester: Mauritius is at a crossroads economically— and perhaps even politically. The government acknowledges the need for economic diversification. Case in point is manufacturing. Attracting foreign direct investment remains paramount in propelling growth. in 2022 and 12.9%

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CFO News Room

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The softer expansion is consistent with the ISM manufacturing-sector survey results (see top of first chart). Manufacturing new orders also ticked down in January and have weakened noticeably since March 2021 (see bottom of first chart). The manufacturing employment index posted a 0.6-point percent from 62.1 percent in December.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

Business investment declined in three out of four quarters in 2019. The issue may affect first-quarter economic growth in the U.S., economists theorized, and the economic effects of the coronavirus will hit hard, too. Gregory Daco, an economist at Oxford Economics said it was an “ongoing dichotomy.”.

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CFO News

MAY 22, 2024

His ambitious 100-day agenda post-election includes prioritizing manufacturing, new-age technology, infrastructure development, and clean energy sectors. The government aims to implement reforms to boost economic growth and attract foreign investment.

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CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The report notes that respondents suggest, “There are still challenges in hiring qualified workers, and due to uncertainty regarding economic conditions, some companies are holding off on backfilling open positions.”. The result for the services sector diverged sharply from the manufacturing sector in October (see top of second chart).

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The rise in e-commerce businesses, services, manufacturing and the gig economy has resulted in dramatic increases in both the volume and value of cross-border payments in recent years. Long-term guaranteed fixed savings rates can be mutually beneficial, creating stability for both corporates and banks in a fluctuating economic environment.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The result for the services sector has diverged sharply from the manufacturing sector in the last two months (see top of second chart). Robert Hughes joined AIER in 2013 following more than 25 years in economic and financial markets research on Wall Street. Sixteen industries reported paying higher prices for inputs in November.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

The US-China trade war is the biggest contributor to the slowing growth, however issues in other large emerging market economies, spill-overs from Germany’s automotive and manufacturing slump and Brexit-motivated stagnation of European economies are also contributing to the slowdown, said the trade credit insurer. pointed out.

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Future CFO

JANUARY 30, 2024

The near-term economic outlook for the ASEAN region in 2024 remains positive, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Additionally, it should be noted that a number of ASEAN central banks are also expected to begin easing monetary policy during 2024, which will help to provide some stimulus for economic growth.

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Global Finance

JULY 22, 2024

A sizable decline in foreign direct investment (FDI) in China and a notable decrease in M&A sales across developing Asia contributed to an 8% fall in FDI to $621 billion across the region in 2023, according to data from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Indonesia led in greenfield projects by value.

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CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Gauteng’s economy is twice the size of the next biggest provincial economy. Over the decades, Gauteng has moved from a mining hub to the manufacturing and financial services heartbeat of South Africa. According to Van Wyk, CFOs play a crucial role in driving growth due to their expert understanding of economic drivers.

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The IDC InfoBrief, The Evolving Role of the CFO in 2023 , revealed that more than 80% of manufacturing and distribution organisations surveyed agreed that today’s economic uncertainty has "significantly" elevated the importance of the CFO in driving strategy and technology optimization initiatives.

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CFO News Room

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

In addition to kickstarting the economy after two years of Covid-induced limbo, it also addresses some of the lingering doubts about India’s readiness and economic resilience in the face of future outbreaks. for FY23 makes it evident that the government has rightly prioritised public investment, capital spending and growth acceleration.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Within the 37,000 addition in goods-producing industries, construction added 20,000, durable-goods manufacturing rose by 11,000, nondurable-goods manufacturing expanded by 3,000, and mining and logging industries added 3,000 (see second chart). Caution is warranted. Robert Hughes.

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CFO News

APRIL 25, 2024

India's finance ministry highlighted the country's "promising economic performance," citing resilient growth, stable prices, and a strong external sector in its monthly economic report for March. The report also noted favorable monsoon forecasts, which are expected to boost agricultural output and ease inflation concerns.

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Global Finance

AUGUST 13, 2024

Islamic banking has also proven resilience in turbulent economic times. By prohibiting speculation and leveraging risk-sharing mechanisms, Islamic banks have demonstrated their ability to withstand crises, sometimes better than the conventional sector, a strength particularly relevant for investors in today’s uncertain economic climate.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 30, 2020

Our operations team and manufacturing partners put forth an extraordinary effort to restore production quickly, and we exited the quarter in a good supply position for most of our product lines. We’ve always managed through difficult moments by doubling down and investing in the next generation of innovation,” he said.

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Global Finance

JULY 25, 2024

BYD, the Chinese manufacturer of batteries and electric vehicles, is rapidly becoming the dominant force in the global EV space, despite the US and Europe railing against its disruptive effect on their domestic markets. The plant, BYD’s first in Southeast Asia, has the capacity to produce 150,000 vehicles a year.

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