CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
In light of ongoing debates surrounding group audits, Ashok Haldia, a seasoned finance expert and Chartered Accountant, examines the complexities of SA 600 versus ISA 600 in group audits, exploring contentious issues related to responsibility, access to working papers, and the appointment of component auditors.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The persistence of shelter cost inflation prompted futures traders to retreat from predictions that policymakers next week will cut the federal funds rate by a half point.
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Tips Watch
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com U.S. annual inflation continued on a downward trend in August, falling from 2.9% in July to 2.5%, the lowest annual rate in 3 1/2 years. For the month, seasonally-adjusted inflation rose 0.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Sixty-six percent of finance leaders are more optimistic about the technology compared to last year, the study found.
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Global business travel is surging, with companies spending as much as or more than they did before the pandemic. This trend is expected to continue, with more growth on the horizon. The types of travelers are also changing, with millennials and Gen Zers taking on the majority of the load. Business travel is evolving, and younger generations expect less hassle, even though there are more ways to book and pay for travel than ever before.
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CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
August 2024 saw notable CFO transitions across major firms including HCL Technologies, Apple, Dr Lal PathLabs, Mphasis, Bata India, Lockton, Perfios, Shriram Properties, and Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC.
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CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Manufacturing Company: In a statement to the BSE, SM Auto Stamping confirmed Jagdale’s decision to leave, citing other assignments as the reason for his departure.
Barry Ritholtz
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
At The Money: Karen Veraa, Head of iShares US Fixed Income Strategy, BlackRock (September 11, 2024) Full transcript below. ~~~ About this week’s guest: Karen Veraa is a Fixed Income Product Strategist within BlackRock’s Global Fixed Income Group focusing on iShares fixed-income ETFs. She supports iShares clients, generates content on fixed-income markets and ETFs, develops new fixed-income iShares ETF strategies, and partners with the iShares team on product delivery.
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Women finance heads have discussed with ETCFO the critical importance of mental security, robust safety infrastructure, and a transparent reporting culture.
CFO Talks
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The Importance of Integrity in Leadership In the ever-evolving landscape of corporate governance, CFOs in South Africa play a pivotal role in shaping the ethical framework of their organisations. As stewards of financial integrity, CFOs are expected not only to manage the numbers but also to lead by example, embodying the values that define responsible and transparent leadership.
Speaker: Indy Chakrabarti, Chief Marketing Officer at HighRadius
4 Case Studies to Optimize DSO 26 Days Sales Outstanding. Already better than most. But, should you improve on that? Why would 3 fewer days even matter? It matters because it fundamentally transforms business outcomes. Join this webinar to explore 4 things companies do to reclaim hard dollars - not just soft costs - and go from good to great! What You'll Learn 6 operational KPIs every AR manager should track: Define and track these metrics to enhance performance, drive efficiency, and make infor
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
India's consumption loan portfolio grew by 15.2% YoY to Rs 90.3 lakh crore as of March 2024, according to a CRIF High Mark report. The growth slowed from 17.4% in March 2023 due to deceleration in home loans. Personal loans and two-wheeler loans showed strong growth, while MSME lending displayed mixed results.
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Among all the different types of retirement account beneficiaries, those who are the surviving spouse of the original account owner receive the most preferential tax treatment when it comes to distributing the account's assets after the owner's death. While non-spouse beneficiaries face strict timelines – either starting Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) the year after the original owner's death and stretching them over their remaining life expectancy (if they were considered Eligible
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Dealers and distributors are not stocking these commodities, which they generally do during the festive season, as the supply side is strong and they are lifting stock according to the requirement.
Future CFO
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
More than half of Finance functions have been using artificial intelligence in 2024, with 58% using the technological advancement, according to a survey by Gartner, Inc. The Gartner survey, which polled 121 finance leaders, also found that half of the 42% of Finance functions that are not currently using AI are planning implementation. "AI adoption in the finance function is advancing quickly," says Marco Steecker , senior director, research in the Gartner finance practice.
Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC
Imagine being a financial leader who not only ensures the books are balanced but also shapes the future of your organization. 🤔 ✨ This session will take you beyond the routine reporting and into the realm of strategic financial leadership. We’ll explore how today’s finance professionals can juggle the day-to-day operations while also delivering the long term vision that drives growth.
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Sebi employees and its chief Madhabi Puri Buch remain at odds over HR issues, despite recent negotiations. Around three-fourths of Sebi's officers oppose a September 4 statement blaming external elements for staff complaints. Employees have staged silent protests, while Buch has not directly engaged in the talks.
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
China has urged its carmakers to keep advanced EV technology within the country, even as they build factories abroad to avoid tariffs. The Ministry of Commerce advised exporting knock-down kits for final assembly overseas and warned against investments in India. This move aims to protect China's EV industry know-how.
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Private credit deployments in India are expected to exceed USD 10 billion in 2024, according to a report by EY. The first half of 2023 saw over USD 6 billion in private credit transactions across sectors like real estate, infrastructure, and healthcare. Domestic funds are gaining market share, driven by local expertise and lower-cost domestic money.
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
India's renewable energy companies, including Adani Green Energy and Tata Power Renewable Energy, are ramping up hiring to support the nation's goal of net zero emissions by 2070. They seek talent in areas like project management, data science, and solar manufacturing. Companies are also collaborating with government bodies and engineering colleges for recruitment and upskilling initiatives.
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By ditching paper and manual checklists, UNIFY embraced ART’s cloud-based solution for seamless automation. The robust dashboards, exception reports, and completion date reports allowed the team to easily track progress and resolve bottlenecks. ART’s flexible access for auditors ensured tight deadlines were met effortlessly. With competitive pricing and a rapid setup, ART cut costs and minimized disruptions, enabling UNIFY’s team to concentrate on high-impact tasks.
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
In terms of accommodation, the average room rate across the top 100 corporate cities stood at USD182, showing a slight decline of USD 5 compared to H1-2023. The global hotel occupancy rate, as per STR’s July 2024 report, is forecast to hit 70 per cent. The car hire sector has also seen changes, with the global average daily rate for H1-2024 at USD54, marking a notable 26 per cent decrease compared to 2023.
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Poaching is rampant and Rs 2-3 crore salaries plus millions in stocks are on offer for top talent as the likes of Swiggy Instamart, Zepto, Blinkit and Flipkart focus on beefing up their leadership teams in the face of intensifying competition, recruiters and industry folks said.
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