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Detroit nonprofit sues ex-CFO over alleged $40M embezzlement

CFO Dive

The former finance chief breached his fiduciary duty and caused “enormous financial devastation,” according to the complaint.

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First Income Tax In GCC Approved By Oman’s Parliament

Global Finance

Oman is on course to become the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) state to introduce a personal income tax as the sultanate ramps up efforts to boost revenue and diversify its economy away from hydrocarbons. The draft law, approved by Oman’s Parliament in July, has been sent to the State Council for final approval, a decision analysts say is highly anticipated.

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3 risky ‘surveillance pricing’ practices to avoid

CFO Dive

CFOs should be ready for potentially tougher enforcement actions connected to pricing practices in the future, says Michael Keeley, an attorney with law firm Axinn.

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The Philippines: New Samurai Bond Issue’s Political Backdrop

Global Finance

The Philippines is looking to Japan to partially finance its ballooning debt as Manila moves to strengthen ties between the two countries. The Department of Finance (DoF) says it is exploring issuing yen-denominated, or samurai bonds alongside or in place of conventional US-dollar bond issuance. Government debt has mushroomed in recent years, hitting 15.3 trillion pesos—around $264 billion in May—according to Bureau of the Treasury estimates.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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Flex appoints 20-year company alum as interim CFO

CFO Dive

Longtime company alum Jaime Martinez will step in as interim CFO as Flex looks to execute on a restructuring plan aimed at improving its operational efficiency.

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Budget 2024: CFOs laud measures for infrastructure, skills, sustainability and Viksit Bharat

CFO News

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2024, as garnered widespread approval from CFOs for its focus on infrastructure, sustainability, MSMEs, inclusive growth, and the vision of Viksit Bharat.

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Kitces & Carl Ep 143: Taking Over Clients From An Advisor With A Different Personality And Communication Style

Nerd's Eye View

About a decade or so ago, one of the most pressing issues facing the financial advice industry was the threat of an imminent deluge of advisor retirements coupled with a paucity of succession plans to transition clients to the next generation. While that scenario has yet to materialize as initially feared, the fact remains that transitions do occur on a regular basis, often as older advisors either sell their practices in one fell swoop or gradually offload part of their book while still staying

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Budget 2024 gives push to GST simplification and transparency, say experts

CFO News

The Budget's CGST amendments aim to simplify compliance, enhance transparency, and foster a business-friendly environment, marking a significant refinement in India's GST framework, say tax experts.

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Why Modern Finance Teams Are Choosing Cloud FP&A Over Spreadsheets (hint: It's not just about saving time)

Lime Light

As a CFO, VP of Finance, or Controller at a mid-sized company, you're no stranger to the challenges of financial planning and analysis (FP&A). You likely rely on spreadsheets to manage budgets, forecasts, and reporting. After all, they're readily available, familiar, and seemingly cost-effective.

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Smart Tech + Human Expertise = How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Cross-border instant payment market to rise 223% by 2028, research says

Future CFO

Cross-border instant payment market is expected to jump by 223% globally by 2028, resulting in a 29% share of all global instant payment transactions by 2028, according to a new study from Juniper Research. The change will be driven by the reduction in transaction friction, according to a press release, defining instant payments, or real-time payments, as any payment where funds can be received within 10 seconds.

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Maximizing Efficiency with SaaS Accounting Software for Manufacturing

CFO Plans

“`html SaaS Accounting Software for Manufacturing Businesses Maximizing Efficiency with SaaS Accounting Software for Manufacturing In today’s dynamic business landscape, manufacturing companies face a multitude of challenges in managing their financial operations efficiently. From navigating complex supply chains to adhering to evolving regulations, the demand for robust accounting solutions has never been higher.

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The Power Of Instant Payments And Data

Global Finance

Mark Monaco, head of Global Payments Solutions at Bank of America (BofA), explains the importance of payments, instant data and communication for effective treasury. Global Finance: Why bring Global Transaction Banking and Enterprise Payments together under the new name Global Payments Solutions? Mark Monaco: In July of last year, the bank combined GTB and EP, bringing all the payments activity within the bank under one roof.

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The Mentoring Round | Steve Vintz, CFO, Tenable

CFO Thought Leader

Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO Steve Vintz of Tenable shares key career insights, emphasizing his passion for growth companies and entrepreneurship. Early on, he realized the appeal of smaller, venture-backed companies over large corporations, leading him to a career focused on growth-oriented businesses. Vintz discusses a critical acquisition decision where he advocated against proceeding with a deal, highlighting the importance of discipline and listening to one’s intuition.

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Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World

Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry

Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.

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Putting Customers First

Global Finance

FAB managing directors Gautam Dutta, head of GTB Cash Management Product Innovation, and Tariq Hoodbhoy, head of Treasury Advisory Services, explain how technology helps create an exceptional user experience. Global Finance: How are you improving the user experience utilizing application programming interfaces [APIs] and microservices architecture?

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Feasible & prudent to have three GST slabs: CBIC chief

CFO News

India's GST structure is set to move towards three tax rate slabs, according to CBIC chairman Sanjay Kumar Agarwal. The GST Council will finalize the plan in its next meeting. Customs duty overhaul is also planned, aiming for simplification and fewer disputes. The online gaming sector’s GST contribution is growing.

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The Power Of Instant Payments And Data

Global Finance

Mark Monaco, head of Global Payments Solutions at Bank of America (BofA), explains the importance of payments, instant data and communication for effective treasury. Global Finance: Why bring Global Transaction Banking and Enterprise Payments together under the new name Global Payments Solutions? Mark Monaco: In July of last year, the bank combined GTB and EP, bringing all the payments activity within the bank under one roof.

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Escorts Kubota to appeal INR 10.35 lakh GST penalty for clerical error in e-way bill

CFO News

The penalty confirmation was received on July 24, 2024. Escorts Kubota has expressed its intention to appeal against the order, citing the penalty as a result of an unintentional clerical mistake. The financial impact of this penalty is significant.

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The AI Race Isn’t Just About Tech Superiority – Its the Supply Chain, Stupid!

The race to dominate AI is no longer about who has the smartest algorithms — it's about who can build and scale faster. Behind every AI breakthrough lies a battle for resources: data centers, compute hardware, power, and telecom infrastructure. And right now, even tech giants are hitting a wall. Our latest white paper reveals the six critical supply chain elements that are increasingly separating AI leaders from the rest.

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Putting Customers First

Global Finance

FAB managing directors Gautam Dutta, head of GTB Cash Management Product Innovation, and Tariq Hoodbhoy, head of Treasury Advisory Services, explain how technology helps create an exceptional user experience. Global Finance: How are you improving the user experience utilizing application programming interfaces [APIs] and microservices architecture?

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RBI issues draft liquidity coverage ratio norms

CFO News

LCR is a liquidity requirement for banks to maintain at all times a certain proportion of high-quality liquid assets (HQLA), including cash, reserves with central banks, and federal government bonds, which can easily be converted into cash.

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The IFSCA lens on the transition finance

CFO News

The GIFT-IFSCA is akin to the Hercules pillars serving as the gateway for India linking her to the global economy and the new hotspot for foreign investment. In furtherance of its efforts towards the challenging task of mobilizing climate finance (currently estimated to be USD 10 trillion) for achieving its net-zero goal by 2070, India seeks to establish Gift City as the global climate finance hub.

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Banks need to focus on their core business: Nirmala Sitharaman

CFO News

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in an interview with ET has emphasized that banks must refocus on their primary roles of mobilizing deposits and providing loans, especially amid concerns about slowing deposit growth. Sitharaman reiterated the need for banks to prioritize their core functions—mobilizing deposits and lending—while still being free to pursue other activities.

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2025 Global Finance Leaders Survey

79% of finance leaders we surveyed say they play a multifaceted role—ensuring financial stability, managing risk, and enabling transformation. In our 2025 Global Finance Leaders Survey, 751 global leaders shared their biggest challenges, top priorities, and outlook for the year ahead. Here’s what you’ll learn in the survey report: An in-depth look at different leadership approaches and what they mean for finance leaders Top challenges facing finance leaders, from data reliability to talent manag