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The SAP Supplier Portal and How it Helps

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Wouldnt it be great if there was an easier way to manage supplier relationships? For businesses that use SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition , there is: The SAP Supplier Portal. Keep reading to learn more about this SAP extension and why businesses with supplier relationships should be using it.

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‘Gangbusters’ hiring reduces odds of early 2025 Fed rate cut

CFO Dive

The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury bond rose as investors bet the Federal Reserve will pause monetary easing.

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Data Update 1 for 2025: The Draw (and Danger) of Data

Musings on Markets

For the last four decades, I have spent the first week of each year collecting and analyzing data on publicly traded companies and sharing what I find with anyone who is interested. It is the end of the first full week in 2025, and my data update for the year is now up and running, and I plan to use this post to describe my data sample, my processes for computing industry statistics and the links to finding them.

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IRS hands crypto holders some 2025 relief

CFO Dive

Despite the reprieve, taxpayers should still keep good records and continue using a consistent system such as LIFO for identifying digital assets sold can be easier, TaxBit’s Miles Fuller says.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (January 11–12)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the "Social Security Fairness Act" was signed into law this week, eliminating the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO) provisions, which previously reduced the Social Security benefits of individuals who worked in both "covered" (jobs for which they paid into the Social Security system) and "non-covered" (those in which they didn't,

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NFRA asks auditors to closely scrutinise ECL estimates, calls for stronger communication with audit committees

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NFRA has called for stronger collaboration between auditors and audit committees in its latest report, highlighting the need for thorough scrutiny of Expected Credit Loss (ECL) estimates under Ind AS 109, especially in financial institutions and related party transactions.

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MiB: Brian Hurst, ClearAlpha

Barry Ritholtz

This week, we speak with Brian Hurst , the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of ClearAlpha. Prior to founding ClearAlpha, Brian spent 21 years at AQR Capital Management as a portfolio manager, researcher, head of trading, and the firm’s first non-founding Partner. He was also Cliff Asness’ first hire at GSAM. Hurst was instrumental in designing and implementing AQR’s trading platform.

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Leading Through Windfalls: CFO Guidance on Secondary Transactions

CFO Thought Leader

Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO Kfir Lippmann dives into the lesser-known yet critical impact of secondary transactions. While IPO preparation is high-stakes, these transactions can dramatically affect moraleespecially when younger employees receive large sums quickly. Lippmann emphasizes coaching them on responsible spending and long-term thinking, rather than letting sudden wealth create divisions.

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Indigenous conductive ink manufacturing tech to cut import dependency: UIDAI CEO

CFO News

The large-scale manufacturing of silver nanowires and the production of conductive ink in the country can reduce India's conductive ink import for advanced electronic material applications, according to Bhuvnesh Kumar, CEO of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).

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GEP Spend Category Outlook Report 2025

2025 will feel familiar, in some regards. The procurement and supply chain category management landscape will remain turbulent, with geopolitical tensions, worries over fresh tariffs, rising costs, and supply chain disruptions posing significant challenges. But you should also expect some lightning-fast changes in 2025 as artificial intelligence continues to upend the way enterprises and procurement, supply chain, and category management professionals operate.

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India's real estate sector attracted investment of $11.4 billion in 2024: Report

CFO News

India's real estate sector attracted equity investments to the tune of $11.4 billion in 2024, which represents a 54 per cent increase over the previous year, according to real estate consultancy firm CBRE.

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With lower hikes, MNCs in India to start 2025 on cautious note

CFO News

Multinational companies in India are planning flat to slightly lower salary hikes for 2025 due to global economic uncertainties. GCCs are offering the highest, though marginally lower increments than last year. Most salary projections across sectors, including technology, financial services, and manufacturing, show slight declines or remain steady compared to FY24.

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Low data rates: India's new ringtone to attract foreign companies

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India is promoting its low data tariffs and rapid adoption of 5G services to attract foreign investments from companies in sectors such as ride hailing, telemedicine, and digital payments. The government aims to highlight affordable internet access and the growing availability of 5G devices to potential global investors.

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Work-life balance essential, not optional: Industry leaders on L&T chief's remarks

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As the 90-hour work week debate rages, industry leaders Harsh Mariwala, Harsh Goenka and Rajiv Bajaj have weighed in, saying work-life balance is not optional but is essential, and working hard to succeed is not about the hours clocked in. The suggested practise of working for long hours, if at all required to be followed, must start from the top.

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Cash Flow Secrets Every Upskilled CPA Should Know

Speaker: Debra L. Robinson

CPAs know the drill: taxes, compliance, rinse, repeat. But what about the sneaky cash flow that’s quietly messing with your organization’s success? It’s time to step into the spotlight and expose the “dirty little secrets” of cash flow to fuel strategic growth. By upskilling your accounting practices and shifting focus from tax compliance to the strategic movement of money, you can transform your role from reactive accountant to proactive financial strategist.

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Infosys charges Cognizant & its CEO of misusing trade secrets

CFO News

Infosys filed a counter lawsuit against Cognizant accusing it of using unfair tactics and trade secret misuse to hinder its healthcare platform, Infosys Helix. Ravi Kumar S, a former Infosys executive and current Cognizant CEO, allegedly delayed the launch of Infosys Helix. This legal action follows a lawsuit by Cognizant's subsidiary against Infosys for stealing trade secrets.

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Aim to be data hub of the world: Piyush Goyal

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"I see huge demand for data centres because of our interconnected grid, our sustainability thrust, trust on India's systems and processes and the business policies," he said.

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Relief for GST taxpayers: Deadline for GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B extended after GSTN reported technical issues with the portal

CFO News

GST return deadline: The deadline for GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B both, has been extended by 2 days each. GSTR-1 deadline is now January 13, 2025 while GSTR-3B deadline is now January 22, 2025. However for quarterly GSTR-3B filers the deadline has been extended to January 24 and 26, 2025 depending on the state.

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Angel tax removal helped reverse flipping, startup funding $155 bln in 2024: DPIIT

CFO News

Start-ups are returning to India after the abolition of angel tax, signifying positive changes in the business environment. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is also working to increase capital mobilization through various initiatives, including collaborations with foreign entities and funding schemes to support the startup ecosystem.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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India's industrial growth accelerates to 6-month high in November

CFO News

India's industrial growth, reflected in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), accelerated to a 6-month high of 5.2 per cent in November, up from 3.5 per cent in October of the current financial year (2024-25), according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics on Friday.

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Airtel Africa promotes Kamal Dua as CFO

CFO News

Airtel Africa appoints Kamal Dua as new CFO, effective July 2025, following Jaideep Paul's retirement. Dua, currently Deputy CFO, brings more than 15 years of experience, including stints at Bacardi and Tata Teleservices.

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India retains title of world's fastest-growing large economy with growth projected at 6.6 pc: UN

CFO News

"India would again be the fastest growing large economy in the world" with a projected annual growth rate of 6.6 per cent, according to Hamid Rashid, the UN head of Global Economic Monitoring.

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India's manufacturing, services sector in focus amid budget buzz

CFO News

Union Budget 2025: India's manufacturing and services sectors continue to grow strongly, reflected in the latest December PMI figures. Despite some slowdown in second quarter GDP growth, the Finance Ministry predicts improvement with increased rural consumption and government spending. The central bank's rate cut and the upcoming Union Budgets capex push should further boost economic momentum.

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Profit in the Details: Rethinking Spend for Monumental Impact

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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Inflation will be major concern in FY26 due to higher raw material costs: Report

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Inflation remains the major risk going forward for the financial year 2026 due to the higher cost of raw materials, according to a DAM Capital report.

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India's industrial production growth quickens to a 6-month high of 5.2% in Nov

CFO News

India's industrial output, as measured by the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), grew by 5.2% in November 2024, reaching a six-month high, up from 3.5% in October. Manufacturing output rose by 5.8%, while mining production increased by 1.9%, and power output grew by 4.4%. For the April-November period, industrial output increased by 4.1%, compared to 6.5% in the same period last year.

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Startup funding in India rises to USD 115 bn from USD 8 bn in 2016: DPIIT

CFO News

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) released figures of Startup performance in India as a curtain raiser to celebrate National Startup Day on January 16.

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DPIIT holding meeting with AIFs to promote capital mobilisation for startups: Official

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The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) conducts a meeting with 75 alternate investment funds (AIFs) to explore ways of enhancing funding for startups. Key discussions include capital mobilisation and support for startups in smaller cities under the Centre's Fund of Funds Scheme (FFS).

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Navigating Bleisure Travel: A Guide for Mid-Sized Companies

Bleisure travel — where employees combine work and leisure — has been around since the advent of corporate travel and is here to stay. Successful bleisure policies strike a balance between employee preferences and company goals — workers report a 64% improvement in work-life balance, while companies benefit from reduced travel costs and increased workforce innovation.