Barry Ritholtz

OCTOBER 2, 2024

 At The Money: Finding Overlooked Private Investments , with Soraya Darabi, TMV (October 02, 2024) We expect our investments to generate positive financial returns, but can they also have a positive societal effect? Can your capital make an impact? Full transcript below. ~~~ About this week’s guest : Soraya Darabi, partner in the venture firm TMV. She has been an early investor in companies that went public such as FIGS, Casper, and CloudFlare, as well as startups like Gimlett and Lightwell, th

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 2, 2024

“Progress is surprisingly fragile, especially for women of color, who continue to be underrepresented at every level” of the corporate hierarchy, McKinsey said.

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OCTOBER 2, 2024

Given the frequent news headlines on the (un)sustainability of the Social Security system, many working-age financial advisory clients might harbor doubts about receiving their full estimated Social Security benefits (and many current Social Security recipients might be concerned that they will not continue to receive their full benefits throughout the remainder of their lives).

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Federal Reserve’s interest rate reduction may give the company leeway to offer more consumers 0% interest or a lower APR, Affirm CFO Michael Linford said this week.

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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 Talks

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Chinese Study highlights limitations on IAS 38, accounting for intangible assets A recent study from China highlighted the limitations of IAS 38 —the International Accounting Standard that governs intangible assets—and its impact on innovation, particularly in high-tech industries. The research “How to improve IFRS for intangible assets? A milestone approach” was authored by Shefei Ma and Weiguo Zhang in 2023.

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Bramasol

OCTOBER 2, 2024

With COP29 coming up November 11-22, 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan, this is a good opportunity to review progress toward climate goals and to update new developments in SAP's ongoing focus on delivering end-to-end carbon management and ESG reporting solutions. COP29 Overview COP29 is the 29th annual meeting of the Conference of Parties (COP), which is the primary decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Selim Freiha will take Opendoor’s financial reins as it weathers headwinds in a “challenging” housing market.

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Barry Ritholtz

OCTOBER 2, 2024

 At The Money: Finding Overlooked Private Investments , with Soraya Darabi, TMV (October 02, 2024) The Efficient Market Hypothesis informs us that stock markets reflect all of the information known about any company. But is that also true for start-ups and venture-funded private companies? As it turns out, it depends on where you look… Full transcript below. ~~~ About this week’s guest : Soraya Darabi, partner in the venture firm TMV.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The DGGI has issued over 300 show-cause notices to company officials for wrongfully availing input tax credit. Penalties up to 100% have been imposed. Notices target top management where their role in tax evasion is established. Industry argues penalties should only apply in exceptional cases. Recipients challenge the notices in court.

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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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Bank of the West

OCTOBER 2, 2024

BMO, in collaboration with Deloitte, today announced the 2024 recipients of its Celebrating Women Grant Program – an initiative that empowers women business owners and entrepreneurs to make real financial… Read more The post BMO Announces 2024 Celebrating Women Grant Program Recipients to Support U.S. Women-owned Businesses appeared first on About BMO.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 2, 2024

As the landscape of artificial intelligence adoption in accounting evolves, it is noted that there is no single approach being taken. According to the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants , as organisations are at various stages of AI integration, there is no single application that the majority of sectors are pursuing. A survey by the accounting body reveals that the pace and extent of implementation varies significantly across different organisations, thereby enumerating three curren

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 2, 2024

It wasn’t long after Laura LaPeer left public accounting to climb the corporate career ladder that she encountered her first delicate challenge as a controller. Just a year into her new role, her employer was acquired, and LaPeer was unexpectedly asked to explain complex working capital issues to the new owners. The head of finance for the acquired firm struggled to present the information clearly, while the new owners shifted uneasily in their seats.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 2, 2024

CloserStill Media unveiled the key theme for Tech Week Singapore 2024, exploring the future of digital transformation across Asia and unraveling critical topics that resonate with leading businesses and industry leaders in the region. The event, in its 10th edition, which will be held at Marina Bay Sands from 9–10 October 2024, will be focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and transformative technologies, featuring an impressive roster of over 600 regional and international speakers from lead

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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 Talks

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The CFO as Ambassador: Representing Your Organisation with Integrity As a CFO, your role goes beyond numbers and financial strategies; you are a key ambassador for your organisation. Being an ambassador means you represent the values, mission, and vision of your company to stakeholders, investors, and the broader market. Here’s how you can embrace this role with integrity and positively impact your organisation.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The survey by Flexential found that nearly all IT leaders (95%) believe that their organisation's increased investment in AI has made them more vulnerable to cyberthreats.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Cigarettes, tobacco products, carbonated drinks, and high-end automobiles in the 28% GST slab might see a rise in taxation as a cess ends in March 2026. Discussions are focused on maintaining high tax rates for demerit goods while possibly lowering GST on essentials such as pharmaceuticals.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs is establishing a panel to resolve disputes related to the 'PM Internship Scheme', which aims to provide internships to youths across 500 top companies. A portal for applications will open by October 15, offering allowances and training cost-sharing between the government and companies.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The new security mandate was scheduled to be implemented from October 1 but since only a handful of companies have applied, the government has given another one-month extension for companies to apply to avoid any disruption in supplies.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Lenders in India are seeing negative impacts from extreme weather conditions, such as heatwaves, floods, and expected harsh winters, on their loan portfolios, affecting collection efficiency and sales. Financial institutions stress the need for climate-specific solutions and structural reforms to mitigate these risks.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

After the Goods and Services tax collections for September showed a yearly jump of 6.5 per cent, the experts in this domain have expressed optimism for the collections in the upcoming months, citing the continued festive season and the government's focus to ensure a stable revenue trajectory.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

They said the restoration of oversight will enhance decision-making and compliance, highlighting that the initial purpose of anti-profiteering provisions—to ensure that reduced tax benefits reach consumers—has become less relevant as market conditions stabilise.

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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

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to uphold the status quo on both policy rate and stance for the tenth consecutive time in its October policy meet, says a research report by the Bank of Baroda (BoB).

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

For Crisil, overall, there were 506 upgrades and 184 downgrades. The credit ratio increased to 2.75 times in the first half of this fiscal from 1.79 times in the second half of last fiscal. This highlights the sustained strengthening of India Inc's credit quality.

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OCTOBER 2, 2024

Vembu also spoke at length on why he believes big-tech companies must be regulated, and emphasised the importance of 'standards' in preventing the creation and rise of digital monopolies.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

New company incorporations in India fell by almost 21% in September compared to last year, marking the third consecutive month of decline. The registration of limited liability partnerships (LLPs), however, rose by nearly 8% year-on-year. Experts attribute the decline to an unfavorable base, while services trade prospects kept LLP registrations high.

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Speaker: Mark Stovel

When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.

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