CFO Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Fed’s rate cut has handed floating-rate debt borrowers an immediate tailwind but CFOs are still grappling with new strategies that the move could elevate.

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Musings on Markets

OCTOBER 1, 2024

I have spent the last week reading " Shoe Dog ", Phil Knight's memoir of how a runner on the Oregon University track team built one of the great shoe companies in the world, in Nike. In addition to its entertainment value, and it is a fun book to read, I read it for two storylines. The first is the time, effort and grit that it took to build a business, in a world where risk capital was more difficult to access than it has been in this century, and in a business where scaling up posed significan

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2024

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

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Economics 309

CFO Talks

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership Development As a CFO, your role extends beyond managing finances; you are a key leader within your organisation. Leadership isn’t just about guiding your team or making strategic decisions; it’s also about understanding yourself. One of the most crucial, yet often overlooked, skills in leadership development is self-awareness.

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Speaker: Frank Taliano

Document-heavy workflows slow down productivity, bury institutional knowledge, and drain resources. But with the right AI implementation, these inefficiencies become opportunities for transformation. So how do you identify where to start and how to succeed? Learn how to develop a clear, practical roadmap for leveraging AI to streamline processes, automate knowledge work, and unlock real operational gains.

Leverage

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The recent introduction of Workday Assistant, an AI companion, follows the release of Microsoft’s Copilot for Finance earlier this year.

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Corporate Finance Finance 304

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2024

More than half of organizations often feel like they don't have the budget to keep pace with tech advancements, KPMG found.

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Budgeting 281

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Welcome everyone! Welcome to the 405th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Gaetano Sacco. Gaetano is a partner and senior financial advisor at Fountainhead Advisors, an RIA based in Warren, New Jersey, that oversees approximately $900 million in assets under management for 1,000 client households. What's unique about Gaetano, though, is how after breaking away from an insurance broker-dealer with barely $5M in assets under management, he has been abl

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As CFOs prepare for new challenges in 2025, connecting with like-minded executives at upcoming financial conferences can help them to craft effective strategies.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

On October 1, marking the sixth anniversary of the NFRA, Chairman Ajay Bhushan Pandey spoke exclusively with ETCFO, addressing how India's auditing standards meet global requirements, investor protection, claims of pressure on auditors, debarment orders, and the organisation’s ongoing commitment to audit quality and compliance.

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Speaker: Claire Grosjean

Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.

Finance

CFO Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Michelle Chang will take the video conference provider’s financial reins as the company pushes to advance its AI-first work platform.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The CFO roundtable, “Hopping on the AI Express,” organized by ETCFO and Oracle NetSuite, featured industry leaders discussing AI’s transformative impact on finance efficiency, decision-making, and risk management for growing businesses.

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The long-time CFO will step in to lead Huawei’s board as the telecom firm looks to supplant Nvidia as the premier AI chip provider in China.

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Bank of the West

OCTOBER 1, 2024

On September 26, BMO and 1871 gathered with community members, industry experts and startup ecosystem leaders at the fifth annual WMNfintech Showcase to celebrate the five trailblazing women-led startups that… Read more The post Celebrating the trailblazing women-led startups from this year’s WMNfintech cohort appeared first on About BMO.

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Startups 69

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

Financial Data

CFO News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

A large majority of US respondents are experiencing heightened concerns around market competition (73%), trust in new technologies (70%) and regulatory challenges (69%), surpassing last year's levels, according to a KPMG survey.

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Bank of the West

OCTOBER 1, 2024

This week, American Banker named BMO’s team of women leaders among the 2024 “Most Powerful Women in Banking.” This prestigious recognition highlights their outstanding professional achievements and their significant impact… Read more The post Celebrating Excellence: American Banker names BMO leaders the “Most Powerful Women in Banking” appeared first on About BMO.

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Banking 59

Lime Light

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Discover the top 10 financial planning and budgeting software to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and make smarter financial decisions.

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Planning Budgeting Forecasting 52

CFO News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Leading credit ratings agencies on Tuesday highlighted the sustained strengthening of India Inc's credit quality, reflecting resilient domestic growth supported by the government's continued policy support.

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Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 1, 2024

A Look Back at the International CFO Summit 2024 The International CFO Summit 2024, held in the enchanting city of Verona, Italy, was an inspiring gathering of global financial leaders. Hosted by ANDAF (Associazione Nazionale Direttori Amministrativi e Finanziari) as part of their XLVI National Congress, the summit provided a unique opportunity for CFOs to come together and explore the future of financial leadership.

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CFO Leadership Compliance Finance 52

The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Mastering variable expenses is key to accurate budgeting and strategic cost management. But why is this understanding so vital? In short, having a firm grip on variable expenses directly influences your financial outcomes and overall organizational health. Differentiating Between Variable, Fixed, and Semi-Variable Costs Every business has a cost structure made up of fixed, variable, and semi-variable expenses.

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Lime Light

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Discover the top 10 financial planning and budgeting software in 2024 to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and make smarter financial decisions.

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Budgeting Planning Forecasting 52

CFO News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

GST Collections for the month of September grew 9.5% year-on-year at Rs 1.73 Lakh Crore while it witnessed a dip compared to Rs 1.74 Lakh Crore in August 2024. Maharashtra recorded the highest GST collections, registering a collection of Rs 26,369 crore, a 5% increase compared to September 2023.

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Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

Accounts Payable

CFO Talks

OCTOBER 1, 2024

This Interview conducted by Leana van der Merwe CBA(SA), CA(SA), a Technical Specialist at the Chartered Institute for Business Accountants (CIBA) and editor of CFO Club, with Dr. Daan Steenkamp, the CEO of Codera Analytics. The primary focus of the discussion revolves around the rising importance of intangible assets in South Africa’s economy, particularly in comparison to more advanced economies.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Amid delays in case admissions under the insolvency law, NCLT President emphasised the need for more manpower. Financial institutions file voluminous documents, complicating legal interpretation. There is a need for reforms and quicker admissions to strengthen India's insolvency and bankruptcy system and support economic growth.

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Economics 40

CFO News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

India’s software service providers will report their July-September quarter results in the coming week, and analysts expect them to be better than the first quarter on the back of deal revival and an improvement in business sentiment in North America.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

India's IT companies have found a resilient growth engine in healthcare. This contrasts with the sluggish performance of financial services, retail, and hi-tech, which have faced headwinds for nearly two years.

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