Future CFO
MARCH 16, 2025
Editors note: In todays A Day in the Life , Razzak Jallow (pictured), chief financial officer at FloQast , shares with FutureCFO audiences how his experiences shaped his perspective on finance and sparked his interest to help companies make better financial decisions and create stronger foundations for success. FutureCFO: What does a typical day look like for you?
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
State-owned Engineers India and MECON, alongside four private firms, have been shortlisted for RBI's project to modernize its currency management infrastructure. The project aims to create advanced storage, introduce automation, enhance security, and improve efficiency to meet future cash needs. RBI seeks to address challenges faced by other central banks and ensure sustainable currency management.
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Tips Watch
MARCH 16, 2025
Treasury will auction a reopened 10-year TIPS on Thursday. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Real yields have been quite volatile through 2025, with the yield on a 10-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Security falling 54 basis points from a high of 2.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
Indias wholesale price inflation rose to 2.38% in February 2025, up from 2.31% in January, marking an eight-month high since June 2024. This uptick was driven by rising prices in manufactured food products, food articles, other manufacturing, non-food articles, and textiles.
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Barry Ritholtz
MARCH 16, 2025
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CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
Initiatives like Make in India and Digital India ignited a wave of industrial innovation, turning villages into manufacturing hubs and cities into thriving economic centres, according to an X post.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
The Delhi government is relying on its tax collection to fund new welfare schemes and projects for the financial year 2024-25. While GST and VAT collections have shown a significant increase, revenue from motor vehicle tax and excise duty is below expectations and may not meet the projected targets.
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MARCH 16, 2025
US consumers are increasingly anxious about the impact of rising tariffs, with both sentiment and long-term inflation expectations deteriorating. The UK economy contracted unexpectedly at the year's start, and Chinas economy continues to struggle with deflation. Other global economies, including India and Japan, also face economic challenges.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
China's industrial output slowed to 5.9% in the first two months of the year, reflecting ongoing pressures from U.S. trade tariffs. However, retail sales increased by 4.0% due to strong Lunar New Year spending, leading to cautious optimism amidst economic uncertainty.
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AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?
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CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
Illegal Betting In India: One of the findings mentioned in the report is that the organic search traffic to illegal betting sites crossed 184 million visits.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
The Consumer Affairs Ministry said in a statement that to curb the distribution of non-compliant products through e-commerce platforms, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted search and seizure operations in cities like Lucknow, Gurugram, and Delhi.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
This hiring season saw a substantial rise in job offers at top B-schools from startups and ecommerce companies like Zomato, Flipkart, and Amazon, driven by expansions and digital transformation. Pay packages ranged from 20-54 lakh per annum, with notable demand in tech, product management, and operations roles.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
India's smartphone exports crossed a staggering Rs 1.75 lakh crore ($21 billion) in 11 months of FY2024-25 (April-February) which constitutes a 54 per cent jump over the corresponding figure for the same period of FY2023-24, according to latest industry data.
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CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
Quick commerce is significantly impacting the sales of food, beverages, and personal care items in urban areas, with many physical store retailers reporting declines. However, niche markets such as childcare and wellness remain less affected. In tier 2 and tier 3 cities, traditional retail remains strong due to challenges like high delivery costs and inefficient inventory management.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
As regulatory scrutiny intensifies, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India is likely to review the banks financial statements. Meanwhile, the RBI has urged stakeholders not to react to speculative reports, emphasising that IndusInd Banks financial health remains stable.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
MSMEs face challenges accessing credit due to traditional assessments, lack of formal financial data, and high operational costs. Experts suggest leveraging alternative data, digital processes, and government incentives to improve credit accessibility and support fintech partnerships for better risk assessment and scalability.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
The lack of an external concurrent audit on IndusInd Bank's MTM derivative losses has exposed a significant vulnerability in internal processes. This deficiency has led to a 1,600 crore loss and raised concerns about the robustness of the bank's risk management systems and depositor confidence.
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Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
Uber is in early talks to acquire BluSmart Mobility, boosting its electric cab presence in India. The move comes amid Gensol Engineerings financial troubles, increasing competition and Ubers strategic focus on the mobility sector.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
Mumbai ITAT ruled in favor of M Gulati, confirming his non-resident status as he spent 210 days abroad. The tribunal clarified that both employment and job search periods abroad qualify for non-residency. This ruling means non-residents are not taxed on overseas income, benefiting expatriates seeking employment abroad.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
PepsiCo plans to enhance its food segment in India by tailoring products to regional tastes and focusing on innovations and premiumisation. The company will expand its snacks business, addressing low consumption and leveraging growing urbanisation. PepsiCo's diverse brands contribute significantly to its revenue, and its commitment to understanding consumer preferences drives its growth strategy.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
China's government and Communist Party unveiled a comprehensive plan to boost domestic spending amid economic tensions with the US and other regions. The initiatives include improving pensions, medical benefits, and wages. Despite local governments facing financial strain, Beijing aims to reassure citizens by stabilizing the stock and real estate markets, indicating a serious commitment to revitalizing consumption.
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Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.
CFO News
MARCH 16, 2025
As the Indian market reels in from the various global economic shocks that came in the form of policy changes in the form of Trump Tariffs and the Russia-Ukraine war nearing its end, lets look at how the macroeconomic indicators performed for the month of February 2025.
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