E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Effective technology expense management is essential for companies looking to optimize budgets and stay competitive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. However, managing these expenses can be challenging, with common pitfalls leading to overspending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities for cost savings. Businesses must develop a strategic approach that addresses common obstacles and ensures that technology investments align with their operational goals to avoid these issues.

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CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

More than half of employers plan to trim health care costs by implementing strategies such as pharmacy benefit management, WTW said.

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Navigator SAP

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Electronic data interchange (EDI) is an important technology for creating a smooth and automated data flow between your business and your partners, both suppliers and sellers. Configuring an EDI connection is not always simple, however, which is where EDI templates come in. EDI is the process of electronically exchanging business data that was traditionally handled with paper.

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CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Saudi Aramco CFO Ziad Al-Murshed’s talk ended abruptly Thursday after climate protesters took the stage at the MIT Sloan CFO Summit in suburban Boston.

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Speaker: Aaron Berson

Managing spend is more than a cost cutting exercise – it's a pathway to smarter decisions that unlock efficiency and drive growth. By understanding and refining the spending process, financial leaders can empower their organizations to achieve more with less. Explore the art of balancing financial control with operational growth. From uncovering hidden inefficiencies to designing workflows that scale your business, we’ll share strategies to align your organization’s spending with its strategic g

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that amidst a rare change in leadership at Charles Schwab, the outgoing and incoming CEOs hinted at relatively minor changes during remarks for advisors at its annual IMPACT conference this week, including an increased focus on lending services for high-net-worth clients and a desire to expand direct access to cryptoassets.

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Focus CFO

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Heading into 2025, accurate sales forecasting is more critical than ever. Economic uncertainties and rapid technological shifts make it essential to have a crystal-clear picture of your revenue pipeline. This clarity not only informs your budget but also drives strategic decision-making across your entire organization. Here are five key ways to align your sales forecasting and budgeting processes for success in the year ahead.

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Barry Ritholtz

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

 This week, we speak with Corey Hoffstein, CEO and CIO of Newfound Research. Corey pioneered the concept of ‘return stacking’ and is one of the masterminds behind the Return Stacked ETF Suite , which manages roughly $750 million across five ETFs. Corey’s work has been published in the Journal of Indexing and the Journal of Alternative Investments.

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Focus CFO

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

2025 is just around the corner, and now is the time to start planning for a successful year. Creating a solid annual budget is a critical step for any business owner, regardless of industry or size. Why? Because a well-crafted budget provides the roadmap to reach your goals.

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E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Effective technology expense management is essential for companies looking to optimize budgets and stay competitive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. However, managing these expenses can be challenging, with common pitfalls leading to overspending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities for cost savings. Businesses must develop a strategic approach that addresses common obstacles and ensures that technology investments align with their operational goals to avoid these issues.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) has the potential to boost 99.6 per cent of Indian exports with market access to European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries and drive $100 billion investment, the government said on Saturday.

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E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Effective technology expense management is essential for companies looking to optimize budgets and stay competitive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. However, managing these expenses can be challenging, with common pitfalls leading to overspending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities for cost savings. Businesses must develop a strategic approach that addresses common obstacles and ensures that technology investments align with their operational goals to avoid these issues.

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Technology Budgeting Forecasting Investments 52

CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

India's business activity rose to a three-month high in November. The HSBC Flash India Composite Purchasing Managers Index reached 59.5. This growth was driven by increased business gains and export sales. Both the manufacturing and services sectors experienced expansion. However, businesses also faced rising cost pressures, leading to increased selling charges.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Members’ Profile: Adelaide Kekana In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Adelaide Kekana, the Executive Director of Tax Core & Associates and a seasoned tax professional with over a decade of experience. As a Business Accountant in Practice (SA) and a registered Tax Practitioner with SAIT, Adelaide brings a wealth of technical expertise and a passion for solving complex tax and compliance challenges.

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Speaker: Ashley Harlan, MBA

What if your role as a fractional CFO went beyond operational support to actively shaping the future of your clients’ businesses? 💼 ✨ In this session, discover how fractional finance professionals can position themselves as architects of growth, guiding their clients toward sustainable success and preparing them for full-time financial leadership.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

India's market regulator, SEBI, is investigating Adani Green Energy Ltd. for potential disclosure violations regarding a US Justice Department bribery probe. The investigation centers on whether Adani Green adequately informed investors about the investigation and its scope, particularly the involvement of individuals linked to the Adani Group.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Finance Minister said "We thought of it as our responsibility to use as per our need and not as per our greed.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Allcargo Terminals Limited is investing Rs 115 crore to develop a multimodal logistics park in Farrukhnagar, Haryana. The park, a partnership with Haryana Orbital Rail Corporation Limited, is part of a larger Rs 6,000 crore initiative. This project will enhance freight connectivity and foster new industrial zones, boosting the region's economic growth.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Revamping the 13-year-old Siri service is part of Apple’s efforts to become a force in artificial intelligence. The company debuted its much-ballyhooed Apple Intelligence platform last month, but it still lacks many of the features offered by other tech giants. The new Siri, details of which haven’t been reported, uses more advanced large language models, or LLMs, to allow for back-and-forth conversations, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the effort hasn’t been announced.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

India is setting standards in pharmaceuticals and like the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), we should also aim to create Bharat Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for global standards and benchmarks, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stressed.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Mumbai bench of the NCLT has directed Vedanta Ltd to convene a meeting of its creditors and shareholders within 90 days to discuss the proposed demerger. The demerger, already approved by 75% of secured creditors, aims to create independent entities for Vedanta's diverse businesses, simplifying its structure and attracting global investors.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has approved the Hinduja Group's acquisition of the debt-laden Reliance Capital Ltd (RCAP). The approval paves the way for the Mauritius-based IIHL to proceed with its Rs 9,861-crore resolution plan, which was approved by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) Mumbai on February 27, 2024.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

​​These firms were concealing actual revenues, selling without invoice and underreporting tax liability, he added. An official release said searches were conducted on November 16 at seven premises to keep a check on possible evasion of Goods and Service Tax (GST) by 'Business to Consumer (B2C)' sector entities in the state.

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Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting

Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical

Investments

CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

According to the MoUs, MSN Laboratories will establish a manufacturing unit and an R&D center, Laurus Labs and Aurobindo Pharma will set up separate formulation units, and Gland Pharma will open an R&D center along with injectables and drug substance manufacturing units.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Adani Group's $100 billion investment plan for renewable energy might be delayed. The US Department of Justice and Securities and Exchange Commission indicted the group and its chairman. Funding channels may tighten, impacting Adani Green Energy the most. The company relies heavily on debt and faces short-term refinancing needs.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

"The allegations could renew questions over the group's governance practices and damage its reputation. We will watch for any signs of weaker funding access or concerns from existing lenders -- which could be demonstrated by the lowering of funding limits, non-renewal of facilities, or significantly higher credit spreads," S&P Ratings said in a note.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has granted Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Services (IL&FS) permission to sell its complete stake in IL&FS Paradip Refinery Water Ltd (IPRWL). This decision comes after Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) delayed a decision on a full acquisition of IPRWL. The approval will enable IL&FS to settle a debt of approximately ₹1,000 crore.

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Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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