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Numbers Never Lie but They Rarely Tell the Whole Story 

CFO Talks

Numbers Never Lie but They Rarely Tell the Whole Story For too long, financial analysis has been seen as a back-office functionprocessing numbers, producing reports, and ensuring compliance. While these tasks are necessary, they barely scratch the surface of what finance professionals can bring to the table. The real value lies not in reporting the past but in questioning, interpreting, and challenging financial data to drive better decisions for the future.

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Don’t ‘overreact’ to short-term disruption: Cox Enterprises CFO

CFO Dive

Intimately understanding the current state of the business while creating milestones to gauge progress is critical to a solid, long-term strategy, Cox Enterprises CFO Dallas Clement said.

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Kitces & Carl Ep 158: Should Prospects Be Allowed To Move Forward If They Don’t Want To Think It Over First?

Nerd's Eye View

Many financial advisors approach prospect meetings with a mindset of giving potential clients ample space to consider the relationship before making any commitments. Asking them to "think it over" after an initial meeting is a common strategy designed to help clients feel comfortable and avoid the perception of being pressured into engaging in the relationship right away.

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Hasbro projects slight revenue growth this year despite tariffs

CFO Dive

The toy company is looking to “diversify our manufacturing footprint to create optionality as we navigate the trade environment,” CFO Gina Goetter said.

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Data Talks, CFOs Listen: Why Analytics Is The Key To Better Spend Management

Speaker: Claire Grosjean

Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.

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SAP Business One 2025 State of the Union - Webinar

Navigator SAP

In this webinar, Navigator Business Solutions provided a comprehensive update on the future of SAP Business One , sharing key insights on the product roadmap, cloud transition strategies, essential integrations, and pathways for business growth.

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SAP Business ByDesign 2025 State of the Union - Webinar

Navigator SAP

In this webinar, Navigator Business Solutions provided key insights into the future of SAP Business ByDesign , including the product roadmap, migration strategies, and ways to maximize the platforms capabilities.

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Wood Group CFO resigns after ‘incorrect description’ of qualifications

CFO Dive

Arvind Balan said he decided to step down to minimize “distraction at this very pivotal time with our investors and lenders.

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Nonprofit Budgeting 101

The Charity CFO

Nonprofit budgeting may be a source of dread for many, but there are ways to make the process (and outcome!) much better. Forget about the numbers for a second. A well-crafted budget is a reflection of your mission and a roadmap to financial sustainability. It helps you communicate how you’re going to make the difference you want to see in the world.

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Data Center Finance Masterclass: Capitalizing on AI Demand

CFO Thought Leader

Inside The Mentoring Round , CFO John Wilson reveals how AI-driven demand has ignited explosive growth across the data center industry. He underscores the critical need to secure capital from both equity and debt markets, adapt growth plans, and maintain operational excellence. Wilson emphasizes proactive pre-leasing and strategic negotiations to maximize returns while balancing term, rate, and escalators.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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How to Secure Funding for Your Daycare: A Step-by-Step Guide

CSC Advisors

Running a daycare is more than just providing a safe space for childrenit’s about creating a nurturing environment for growth and learning. However, finding the financial support needed to maintain quality services or expand operations can be challenging. Whether you’re looking to upgrade equipment, expand your facility, or add new programs, getting secure funding is often essential.

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Does the new Income Tax Bill 2025 pave way for double taxation of dividends?

CFO News

The New Tax Bill has omitted section 80 M of the Income Tax Act 1961 that deals with dividend taxation for a holding company. This section allowed a parent company to claim a deduction on dividends received from its subsidiary before distributing them to shareholders, thereby avoiding double taxation.

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What Lenders Look for in Daycare and Preschool Funding Applications

CSC Advisors

Securing funding for a daycare or preschool can be complex, but understanding what lenders expect can significantly improve your chances of success. Lenders focus on financial stability, growth potential, and the overall viability of your business when evaluating funding applications. At Cornerstone Capital Advisors, we specialize in working with established businesses, ensuring they receive the support they needand this often excludes startups.

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Demand for travel, hospitality jobs in Nov-Jan wedding season up 37 pc: Report

CFO News

Jobseekers' interest in travel and hospitality roles during the wedding season of November 2024 to January 2025 saw a 37 per cent increase compared to the previous year, according to a report by Indeed. Significant demand spikes were noted for wedding planners (70 per cent), resort managers (57 per cent ), and hotel managers (52 per cent ), highlighting the booming wedding industry's need for skilled professionals.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them

Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.

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30-year TIPS auction gets real yield of 2.403%, highest in 23 years

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The market for Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities made a bit of history today, with the auction of $9 billion in a new 30-year TIPS getting a real yield of 2.

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ION Commodities transforms grain and oilseed merchandising with the relaunch of Agtech

Reval

LONDON – 20 February 2025: ION Commodities, a global leader in commodity management. The post ION Commodities transforms grain and oilseed merchandising with the relaunch of Agtech appeared first on ION.

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FRP Corporate Finance advises Kelso Pharma on Alturix acquisition

Accountancy Today

The FRP Corporate Finance debt advisory team has supported pan-European specialist pharmaceutical business, Kelso Pharma (Kelso), on its acquisition of Alturix, a UK pharmaceutical company specialising in developing and commercialising originator and niche branded generics. Kelso is a growing European specialty pharma business focusing on innovative, niche and complex medicines.

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Meta reduces stock options for staff despite trading at record highs: Report

CFO News

Meta: The exact reduction will depend on where the employees are based and their level within the organization, the report said.

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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IDC: 2025 sees rise of more efficient AI models driving cost optimisation

Future CFO

As AI adoption in Asia/Pacific is accelerating, organisations are in need to focus on skill development as they progress in their AI adoption journey. According to Deepika Giri , head of research, Big Data &AI at IDC Asia/Pacific, by 2025, we are bound to see the rise of smaller, more efficient models, driving cost optimisation and improved performance.

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Prime Minister Internship Scheme reopens for applications for round 2 of pilot phase

CFO News

More than 300 top companies across sectors including Oil, Gas & Energy, Banking & Financial Services, Travel & Hospitality, Automotive, Metals & Mining, Manufacturing & Industrial, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and many more have offered internship opportunities to Indian youth to gain real-world experience, network with professionals and enhance their employability.

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CEO confidence surges to three-year high, Conference Board says

CFO Dive

CEOs and CFOs have grown more confident despite a lack of clarity in federal regulation, trade, immigration and taxation under the Trump administration.

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Q-com gears up for a busy summer of ice creams and ACs

CFO News

With summer arriving early in parts of India, quick commerce companies are gearing up for a long season, which is typically deemed critical for 10-minute delivery operations. While some quick commerce companies adjust procurement contracts for fruits, vegetables, and other perishables that spoil rapidly in high temperatures, others are exploring ways to enhance cooling solutions at dark stores.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.

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Tune Out the Noise

Barry Ritholtz

The single most asked question that I have heard since January 20th is: How will this new administration affect my stock, bond and real estate holdings? I keep hearing variations of that question from clients, advisors, and the media. The general question reflects a concern about the new Trump 2.0 administrations flurry of activities, especially DOGE, Elon Musk, layoffs, and other issues.

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Rupee rises 14 paise to 86.50 against US dollar in early trade

CFO News

Rupee: Meanwhile, the US dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading 0.04 per cent higher at 106.41.

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BSE unit ICCL demand Rs 100 crore from NSE

CFO News

ICCL has demanded Rs 100 crore from NSE as pending clearing and settlement dues since September 2022. NSE disputes overcharges, claiming Rs 51 crore refund is pending. Meanwhile, NSE Clearing seeks Rs 104 crore from BSE for the Settlement Guarantee Fund. SEBI is aware of the dispute under the interoperability framework.

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India's GDP growth to slow to 6.4 pc in 2025: Moody's Analytics

CFO News

India's growth is anticipated to decelerate to 6.4% in 2025 from 6.6% in 2024, due to new US tariffs and weaker global demand affecting exports, according to Moody's Analytics. The report highlights a broader slowdown in the Asia-Pacific region, with Chinas GDP growth also decreasing.

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How To Break Digital Transformation Barriers And Accelerate AI Adoption

Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA

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?