CFO Dive

OCTOBER 25, 2023

While recognizing the transformative power of AI, Gensler said the technology will likely prompt “herding” in financial markets, creating instability.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Decision makers’ five-year plans and digital transformation ambitions appear to be equally restrained with investments in the coming year, says a Thomson Reuters survey

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The change comes as the chemical giant’s retiring CFO expects “challenging macroeconomic dynamics” to continue through the fourth quarter.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 25, 2023

There is a general understanding that investment advisers have a fiduciary relationship with their clients – in other words, that they are required to act in the client's best interests. But although this concept makes sense in the abstract, it isn't always clear what an adviser needs to do to fulfill their fiduciary duty in real-life situations.

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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

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In a rare move for an Indian lender, Kotak went outside its own ranks with the selection of Ashok Vaswani as chief executive officer. Some senior managers were shocked and disappointed, as investment banker K.V.S Manian was seen as the front runner, according to people familiar with the matter. The bank’s board submitted both names for consideration and The Reserve Bank of India, which approves all senior bank appointments, chose Vaswani.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) in India has launched an inquiry into EY member firm S.R. Batliboi, one of the longtime auditors of the Adani Group, according to sources. NFRA has requested files and communications related to the audits of Adani Group companies dating back to 2014. It is unclear how long the inquiry will take or what consequences it may have.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Finance leaders are expected to keep up with the changing practices in businesses and enterprises globally, including the area of environment, social, and governance (ESG) framework. As organisations realign their focus with the principles of ESG framework, chief financial officers need to step up for sustainability even if this is considered as a non-financial performance indicator as ESG represents the sustainable and ethical impact of a company’s corporate financial interests.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

While Cello World and Blue Jet Healthcare have already announced their IPO dates, companies such as Tata Technologies, Mamaearth, ASK Automotive, Protean eGov Technologies, Fedbank Financial Services, ESAF Small Finance Bank, Flair Writing Industries and Credo Brands Marketing, among others, are in the pipeline.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Scams and frauds in banking are undeniably not a new thing anymore as fraudsters have found more ways to do crimes, given that phones and the Internet have served as medium for the unwanted to happen. With the rampant incidents of frauds and scams related to finance, machine learning can be leveraged to detect and prevent financial fraud, allowing a company or an organisation to respond in real-time.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The finance ministry is likely to adopt a "prudent selloff" approach now, one official told ET, adding there won't be "divestment for the sake of divestment anymore" and the government will remain mindful of the right price for its assets as well as the interests of investors.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The journey from a Chartered Accountant (CA) to a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a transformative one, requiring a shift from technical expertise to strategic leadership. The Certified Financial Officer (SA) designation offered by CIBA provides a comprehensive competency framework to guide this transition. This article delves into the details of this framework, highlighting the competencies required and the path to acquiring them.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Several large progressive-minded companies following good governance practices are also looking to send a message to investors about a transparent culture and mindset, experts said.

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Barry Ritholtz

OCTOBER 25, 2023

My mid-week morning train WFH reads: • Jay Powell’s Greenspan moment : The Fed is increasingly concerned about “above-trend” growth. In the mid-1990s, Greenspan grappled with it, too, and wisely held off on raising rates. That’s the right move again today. ( Stay-At-Home Macro ) • The Gems Hiding in Plain Sight in the Treasury Market : Back in 1994, bonds with fabulous yields were there for the taking.

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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

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

JSW Infrastructure is in discussions to acquire Gopalpur Ports, the ports arm of Shapoorji Pallonji, for an estimated enterprise value of 3,000 crore. The divestment is part of the Mistry family's commitments to lenders in loan covenants. JSW Infrastructure sees Gopalpur Ports as a strategic fit that complements its steel-making operations.

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Adding to tension in the heated civil fraud trial proceedings Wednesday, the judge fined Donald Trump $10,000 for violating a limited gag order.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Nestle India is actively seeking acquisitions that align with its existing portfolio and meet valuation expectations, according to the company's managing director, Suresh Narayanan. The food manufacturer, known for brands such as Maggi noodles and KitKat chocolate, has expressed interest in acquiring Capital Foods. Narayanan also addressed competition from local rivals in categories such as noodles.

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Barry Ritholtz

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Last week, I mentioned the quarterly conference calls I do for clients of RWM , which led to a broad discussion of Sentiment. I want to briefly discuss the fiscal regime change table I created for that call (above). The TLDR : For the past few decades, the United States’ economic policy has been one primarily driven by ultra-low rates. Beginning under Alan Greenspan, continuing through the terms of Ben Bernanke, Janet Yellen and now Jay Powell, low rates ruled everything around me.

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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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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has requested audit affiliates of Deloitte, EY, KPMG, Grant Thornton, and two Ahmedabad-based CA firms to provide information regarding their audit practices while auditing Adani companies. The Adani Group has stated that it has followed all relevant accounting standards and laws. NFRA has been monitoring the Big Four firms for the past 18 months as their affiliates audit most of the top listed companies in India.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The Supreme Court has criticized the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for issuing a show cause notice to a company ten years after conducting an investigation. The case involves the alleged misuse of funds raised through preferential allotment of shares by Alps Motor Finance. The court has directed Sebi to hold an inquiry into the delay and submit a report.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

A standard operating procedure (SOP) finalised by custodians of FPIs and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) over the weekend has laid down the ground rules to stop the misuse of such overseas investment entities, two persons familiar with the subject told ET.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Indian tax authorities have served notices worth about 1 trillion rupees ($12.

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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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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

India needs to be watchful of downside risks in case the conflict escalates into a wider regional disturbance involving more countries in the GCC and West Asia, they caution.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The manufacturer of cables and wires, Polycab India CFO shares with ETCFO how they are mitigating the challenges arising from geopolitical situations. Gandharv Tongia also reveal Polycab's capex strategy, demand outlook and top line growth target.

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