Fri.Feb 28, 2025

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Low-Code ERP: The Future of Development

Navigator SAP

Enterprise resource planning software (ERP) is not like most other software solutions. Instead of handling one specific area of operations, say financial management or marketing automation, an ERP solution encompasses all parts of a business. ERP is an end-to-end platform that integrates and coordinates all parts of an organization. As a result, businesses can extend the software with custom code and integrate an ERP with just about any third-party system.

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Dwolla taps Walmart alum for CFO

CFO Dive

Daniel Quezada is the payments player’s second CFO in less than two years.

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RBA’s First Rate Cut In Four Years Is A ‘Hawkish’ One

Global Finance

More than a year after the first rate cuts by the European Central Bank (ECB) and the US Fed since the pandemic, Australia has finally joined the global rate cycle by trimming borrowing costs in the country by a quarter point in late February. The Pacific country is one of the last developed economies in the world to pivot on its interest rate stance.

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Robinhood CFO sells $1.2M in shares following dropped SEC investigation

CFO Dive

The sale comes as the platform is eyeing further expansion into the industry and follows on the heels of the SEC dropping an investigation into Robinhood’s crypto unit.

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The 2025 State of Financial Automation

Financial automation isn’t the future—it’s the now. BILL partnered with SMB Group to survey 750 US financial decision-makers and reveal how small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are using trends and insights to tackle challenges and drive growth. The responses are eye-opening! Download our 2025 State of Financial Automation report to uncover: Key automation trends for 2025 and beyond Top concerns and attitudes about automation How AI is driving smarter, faster decisions The challenges of the finan

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Beyond Unicorns: Andreessen’s Venture Capital Vision

Global Finance

While insisting he is not eager to take the firm public, Marc Andreessen, co-founder of a16z (Andreessen Horowitz), has said he aims to build it into an enduring company. On the Invest Like the Best podcast, Andreessen condemned the traditional venture capital partnership model, which he sees as flawed as it relies on a small group of founding fathers expertise and holds little lasting value once they retire.

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NFRA's next inspection to target audit firms with large client base

CFO News

The NFRA plans to focus on auditing firms with significant listed company audits, using data analytics to detect potential issues. Chairman Ajay Bhushan Prasad Pandey emphasized the need for auditors' independence and professionalism. Upcoming inspections of firms like Deloitte and E&Y will assess improvements in processes. Earlier reports highlighted deficiencies in related party transactions and documentation.

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ION wins “Best Platform for Electronic Market Making” at Trading Tech Insight Awards Europe

Reval

LONDON 28 February 2025: ION, a global leader in trading and workflow. The post ION wins Best Platform for Electronic Market Making at Trading Tech Insight Awards Europe appeared first on ION.

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Bank lending growth slows to 11% in January, retail loans hit

CFO News

Bank lending growth saw a significant slowdown in January, dropping to 11% year-on-year from 20% a year ago. However, loans to large industries and medium firms saw increases. Non-food credit, retail loans, and credit to agri also experienced slower growth. In contrast, loans against gold jewelry rose dramatically by 77% year-on-year.

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Argentina: Milei’s Meme Coin Meltdown

Global Finance

On February 14, Javier Milei posted a link to the Libra meme coin project on X, touting its dedication to encouraging the growth of the Argentine economy. Hours later, the Argentine President deleted the tweet and posted, I was not aware of the details of the project and after having become aware of it I decided not to continue spreading it. During the hours in between, Libras price increased from pennies to almost $5 before steeply declining to pennies.

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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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Fiscal deficit till January widens to 74.5% of revised target

CFO News

The central government's fiscal deficit reached 74.5% of the revised annual target by January, up from 63.6% a year earlier, mainly due to increased capital expenditure and advanced state devolution. Despite this, analysts believe the deficit will remain within the 4.8% of GDP target for FY25.

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MiB: Melissa Smith, co-Head of Commercial Banking at JPMorgan

Barry Ritholtz

This week, I speak with with Melissa Smith , co-Head of Commercial Banking at of J.P. Morgan , Previously she was co-head of the banks Innovation Economy Group. She has been with JPMorgan for over 20 years. She works with founders, CEOs and CFOs, delivering a cohesive banking experience to startups and fast-growing companies. She discusses her path through finance and dance, the complexities of middle market banking, and how J.P Morgan is preparing for the next wave of technological disruption.

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Indian stocks' worst run in 29 years, wiping $1 trillion in wealth, may yet have legs

CFO News

India's NSE Nifty 50 suffered its fifth straight monthly loss, the longest streak since 1996, with the index 15% down from its September peak. Persistent foreign outflows, weak earnings, and U.S. tariff uncertainties have contributed to this decline, impacting small- and mid-cap stocks more significantly.

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Baltics Ditch Russia For Europe’s Power Grid

Global Finance

Today, history is made, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen declared during a ceremony held in the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius, last month: This is freedom, freedom from threats, freedom from blackmail. On Feb. 9, the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania officially disconnected from the Russian-controlled Brell power grid. The following day, they successfully connected to the European Unions electricity network.

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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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India, EU announce "blueprint for collaboration"; trade deal likely this year

CFO News

India and the EU aim to forge a free trade agreement by the end of the year following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen. The discussions covered collaboration on trade, technology, green growth, and security. Both sides emphasised enhancing market access, removing barriers, and increasing cooperation on various global challenges.

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Modi Taps ‘Mr. Dependable’ To Be Principal Secretary

Global Finance

Former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das was appointed Principal Secretary-2 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Feb. 22, with his term set to end alongside Modis, according to the Secretariat of the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. He will work with Principal Secretary-1 Pramod Kumar Mishra. This is the first time the prime minister (PM) will have two principal secretaries.

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India's GDP growth in Q3 FY25 at 6.2%, up from 5.4% in previous quarter: Government

CFO News

India's real GDP growth for the third quarter of FY 2024-25 is estimated at 6.2%, following a 5.4% growth in the previous quarter. The overall GDP growth for FY 2024-25 is projected at 6.5%, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.

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Should You Trade Up Your Bookkeeper or Accountant?

CFO Selections

There is a common misconception that early-stage startups and low-growth companies dont really need executive financial leadership not yet anyways. This misconception holds that hiring a Controller or CFO is something that comes later, after enough growth has occurred or growth is happening more quickly than before. And while its true that it often doesnt make sense financially for a small company to hire a full-time in-house CFO right away, the need for experienced financial leadership isnt som

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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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Future growth trajectory of India will be led by revival in private investment: SBI

CFO News

The State Bank of India forecasts that a revival in private investment will be key to future economic growth in India. Despite a decline in gross capital formation in FY24, public and government investments have increased, supporting overall investment levels. For FY25, savings and investment are expected to improve, with a projected GDP growth of 6.5%.

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Castle transaction wins Deal of the Year at the Insider South East Dealmakers Awards

Castle Corporate Finance

A fantastic evening at the annual Insider South East Dealmakers Awards saw Tribeca Technology Holdings Limiteds sale to global managed service provider Abacus Group , win Deal of the Year (10m-40m). The deal saw private equity-backed, New York headquartered, Abacus Group significantly increase the size of its UK business capabilities. Castle was lead adviser on the transaction.

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India’s digital economy expanding at twice the speed of overall economy: Report

CFO News

Per the State of India's Digital Economy (SIDE) 2025 report, the digital economy will account for a fifth of the economy by 2029. India ranks as the third most digitised nation globally, after the US and China. Yet, among the G32 countries, India ranks 11th in AI research and 16th in AI infrastructure.

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Consumer spending falls, highlighting fading confidence

CFO Dive

Two closely tracked gauges of consumer confidence slid in February, pushed down by concerns about import duties enacted by the Trump administration.

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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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India's strong performance an opportunity for reforms to achieve advanced economy status by 1947: IMF

CFO News

Commending India's "prudent" policies, the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Executive Board has said its strong economic performance can help it adopt critical reforms to achieve advanced economy status by 2047.

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US Pressure Pushes Panama Away From China

Global Finance

Panama was the first Latin American country to join in 2017 Chinas Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Last month, it also became the first one to leave it. Since its inception in 2013, more than 150 countries have participated in the infrastructure program aimed at increasing Chinese trade, with over 20 in Latin America. After Panamas withdrawal, a regional domino effect cannot be ruled out.

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EPFO retains 8.25% interest on PF deposits for 2024-25, benefiting 7 crore subscribers

CFO News

EPFO retains the 8.25% interest rate on provident fund deposits for 2024-25, benefiting over 7 crore subscribers. The rate, previously raised from 8.15% in 2022-23, reflects an income increase. Subscribers can check EPF balances via the Umang app, EPFO portal, or missed call.

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Amazon Overtakes Walmart

Global Finance

Online shopping giant Amazon generated $187.8 billion in fourth-quarter revenues, while Walmart, a traditional retailer, lagged behind for the first time ever, with $180.5 billion. Walmart is still expected to lead in annual revenue next fiscal year, with sales projected at $708.7 billion, versus Amazons $700.8 billion. While promising in absolute terms, Walmarts outlook is actually quite cautious and left markets nervous.

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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

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Artson CFO Siva Rama Krishna Kambhampati resigns

CFO News

Artson Limited CFO Siva Rama Krishna Kambhampati has resigned, effective March 1, 2025, to pursue external opportunities. The company is in the process of appointing a successor while its stock remains under SEBIs Grade Surveillance Measure (GSM) stage three.

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Norway: Former NATO Chief Makes Surprise Return To Politics

Global Finance

Last October, Jens Stoltenberg stepped down as NATO secretary general 10 years after his appointment. He was widely expected to move quickly to a new top international job. But, last month, he returned to Norwegian politics and took on the role of finance minister in the cabinet reshuffle that followed the governments two-party coalitions collapse. Now that Stoltenberg is back, the Labour Party is ruling alone for the first time in 25 years and gaining momentum.

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India’s Q3 GDP growth expected between 6.2-6.3%; worst of slowdown may be behind for Indian economy

CFO News

India's Q3 GDP growth data for FY 2024-25 will be released today. Economists expect a recovery, with projections of 6.3% growth for the year. A robust rural economy and reduced household inflation expectations are driving this optimism. Positive trends are seen in capital expenditure and industrial production, despite global challenges influencing the slowdown.

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