Wed.Apr 10, 2024

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PCAOB levies record $25M fine on KPMG Netherlands for exam cheating

CFO Dive

The $25 million penalty is the largest fine of any type imposed by the auditor watchdog since it was created in 2002 following the Enron accounting scandal.

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In The Long Run, Stocks Outperform Bonds… Or Do They?

Nerd's Eye View

Financial advicers are intimately familiar with the phrase, "Past results are not indicative of future performance." Every document that considers the facts around any particular asset class will invariably include that disclaimer, but constructing a portfolio consisting of a mix of equities, fixed income, and other assets requires investors and advicers to make some fundamental assumptions around long-term expected returns and correlations between assets. 3 common assumptions that have driven a

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Inflation outruns forecasts, prompting market bets on fewer Fed rate cuts

CFO Dive

Futures traders cut from 56% to 17% the odds that the Fed will conclude 2024 having trimmed the main rate by more than a half percentage point.

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March inflation sets I Bond’s new variable rate at 2.96%

Tips Watch

Inflation again rose higher than expected in March, probably putting Fed rate cuts on hold. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Non-seasonally adjusted inflation rose 0.

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From Start to Scale: Driving Growth Through Seamless Payments Implementation

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

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KFC names new CFO amid push to boost sales

CFO Dive

The finance leadership change comes as KFC struggles with dwindling traffic in a dicey economic environment.

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APAC retail organisations opt Workday Financial Management to drive profitability

Future CFO

Retail organisations in the Asia-Pacific region are selecting Workday Financial Management to drive greater profitability, according to a recent press release from the system software company. Retailers across the APAC region including Aesop, Charles & Keith, Kolmar Korea Holdings Co., Ltd, Mondelez, MUSINSA Co., Ltd, PUMA SE, MGM China, and Osotspa Thailand are using Workday to gain real-time visibility into financial and operational data across the front, middle, and back offices for impro

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Govt ends easy tax relief for Mauritius-based FPIs

CFO News

This limitation on third-party countries will be a concern, along with the new requirement to demonstrate that tax relief is not one of the principal purposes of the investment, said experts.

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Protected: How CFOs Can Use Parkinson’s Law of Time Management

Beacon CFO Plus

This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Protected: How CFOs Can Use Parkinson’s Law of Time Management appeared first on BeaconCFO Plus.

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Chain reaction: Apple jobs in India set for 3x jump in 3 years

CFO News

Cupertino-based Apple is looking to increasingly distance itself from China. It also aims to increase local value addition from its Indian suppliers in line with the approach that it has adopted in China.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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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Invesco plans to exit MF business in India

CFO News

IIHL - the Mauritius-based investment company of the mobility-to-chemicals conglomerate that owns IndusInd Bank and Anil Ambani-promoted Reliance Capital, which it bought recently in a bankruptcy resolution - has valued Invesco Asset Management India at Rs 2,100-2,500 crore.

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Wipro became IT's CXO nursery under Thierry Delaporte

CFO News

During Delaporte's four years at Wipro, four Wipro former executives went on to become CEOs outside the company, while three became CFOs even as other senior leaders joined smaller and larger firms in top CXO roles.

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Red Sea Crisis: RBI and IRDAI asked to help limit impact on exports

CFO News

In a letter, which was also addressed to state-run export finance institution Exim Bank, the finance ministry last month told the RBI and Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) to monitor and look into the concerns raised by exporters with the commerce ministry about these disruptions potentially inflating India's export costs, officials said.

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ADB raises India's GDP growth forecast for FY25 to 7 pc on robust investment, consumer demand

CFO News

Asian Development Bank raised India's GDP growth forecast to 7% for the current fiscal, driven by robust investment and improving consumption demand. Growth moderates in FY2024 and FY2025, with support from monetary and fiscal policies.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Federal Reserve officials signal concern over stalling inflation progress, minutes show

CFO News

Federal Reserve officials expressed concern last month about a potential stall in inflation progress, suggesting a prolonged period of stringent monetary policy might be necessary to control rising prices.

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Global trade to pickup in 2024: WTO

CFO News

India clocked $451 billion goods export in FY 23 and $394.99 billion in April-February FY24. In its latest Global Trade Outlook and Statistics report, India’s share of global goods exports was 1.8% in 2023 and imports was 2.8%. In digitally delivered services, India’s share rose to 6% in 2023 from 4.4% in 2019. In global commercial services, India’s share in exports is seen 4.4% in 2023 at $344 billion, up 11% on-year whereas imports were flat at $247 billion.

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Next-level tax & GST reforms, Rs 1 lakh cr to make India a global innovation hub: New govt's economic agenda for 100 days

CFO News

The cabinet secretary has convened a meeting on Friday with officials from key economic ministries to outline the economic agenda for the initial 100 days of the incoming government following the general election. Discussions may encompass streamlining the goods and services tax (GST) rate structure, amendments to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), and immediate economic challenges.

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Next-level tax & GST reforms, Rs 1 lakh cr to make India a global innovation hub: New govt's economic agenda for 100 days

CFO News

The cabinet secretary has convened a meeting on Friday with officials from key economic ministries to outline the economic agenda for the initial 100 days of the incoming government following the general election. Discussions may encompass streamlining the goods and services tax (GST) rate structure, amendments to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), and immediate economic challenges.

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Back to Basics with Reconciliations

Join us in this webinar, where we share best practices on how to think about the reconciliation work each month, when best to do reconciliations, how they should be prepared, and some common pitfalls to avoid. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how to properly prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and its impact on the financial statements.

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Musk, Ambani on a drive? Tesla likely seeks JV with Reliance for Indian EV manufacturing

CFO News

Reliance-Tesla: Tesla is making strides towards entering the Indian automobile market, with talks of a potential joint venture with Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries to establish a manufacturing facility. The move aligns with India's push for electric vehicles, with attractive land proposals from states like Maharashtra and Gujarat.

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India, EU launch initiative for EV start-ups

CFO News

EU and India launch a matchmaking event for startups in EV Battery Recycling Technologies to enhance circularity and carbon-neutrality. The event promotes sustainable innovation and economic relations, fostering collaborations for a green and circular economy.

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Adani Group acquires 25 acres from Finolex in Pune to set up data center

CFO News

In February 2021, Adani Group’s flagship company Adani Enterprises entered a 50:50 joint venture with EdgeConneX to develop and operate data centers throughout India. The joint venture will focus on building a network of hyperscale data centers across the country, starting with Chennai, Navi Mumbai, Noida, Vizag, and Hyderabad markets.

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KPMG, Deloitte affiliates hit with US penalties for exam cheating

CFO News

Exam cheating has plagued the auditor industry for years. KPMG in 2019 agreed to pay $50 million to the U.S.

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Usage-Based Monetization Musts: A Roadmap for Sustainable Revenue Growth

Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O’Neill Stoll

Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng