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The one key rule for using TreasuryDirect …

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com TreasuryDirect gets a lot of bad press, mostly deserved, for presenting a clunky website with a bureaucratic mess of rules and usually lousy customer service.

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The future of computing

Future CFO

Chris Howard , global chief of research at Gartner , and Soyeb Barot , chief of research for Gartner for Technical Professionals and VP Analyst, discuss the future of computing, focusing on how AI is rapidly driving innovations like quantum computing, the potential far future of autonomous businesses and why business leaders need to take an active role in shaping these exciting possibilities.

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VCs apply PMF filter on early-stage startups seeking follow-on funding

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India's early-stage startups are facing funding scrutiny as risk-averse investors tighten their purse strings. As per a study, only 25% of seed-funded startups successfully secure Series A funding. This increased selectivity has led to a surge in startup shutdowns over the past year, with many failing to demonstrate product-market fit.

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A Day in the Life: Amirreza Sawal from PayMate

Future CFO

Editor's note: In today’s A Day in the Life , Amirreza Sawal (pictured), General Manager and Regional Head of APAC at PayMate shares with FutureCFO audiences why interactions that don't result in transactions are still important and the mindset that allows him to stage a comeback after failure. FutureCFO: What does a typical day look like for you? Amirreza Sawal (AS): As the GM and Head of Asia Pacific for B2B payment provider PayMate, one of my key responsibilities is overseeing operations in t

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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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Emerging economies have to strengthen their risk buffers, says RBI's Shaktikanta Das

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Reserve Bank of India's governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday while addressing high-level conference highlighted the need for emerging economies to strengthen their risk buffers.

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US-India Strategic Partnership Forum to host India Leadership Summit 2024 on October 14

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The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) aims to create a powerful partnership between the United States and India. As the only independent not-for-profit institution dedicated to strengthening the US-India partnership.

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Cost of imports up; RBI likely to turn cautious on Rupee

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Imported inflation in India's CPI has gradually increased since April 2024, contributing 0.5 percentage points by August 2024. With global prices rising, imported inflation is expected to further impact core inflation. The RBI is managing the rupee's value to counter this. Strong FPI inflows and currency management by the RBI may control imported inflation.

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Reliance Industries in talks to acquire stake in Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions

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Reliance Industries is negotiating to acquire a stake in Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. This deal could enhance Reliance’s foothold in India’s content production industry. Dharma Productions is exploring strategic partnerships due to rising production costs and shifting consumer preferences towards OTT platforms. RIL’s acquisition would bolster its existing portfolio, including Jio Studios and Viacom18 Studios.

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EPAM India added 2,000 hands in 10 months: CFO Peterson

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Jason Peterson, chief financial officer, senior vice president and treasurer, EPAM, told ET the company's employee strength in India will reach the 10,000 mark by early 2025, reflecting a tenfold surge in its India headcount in a decade.

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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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MS eyes ecosystem tie-ups to make India AI-first nation

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Rajesh Jha, global EVP, experience and devices at Microsoft, calls India as an "AI-forward nation" and wants to strengthen its partner ecosystem through tech companies like HCL, Infosys, Cognizant, L&T, because "for every dollar we make out of Copilot, our partners can make $8 to $10 more"

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Imported inflation edges up after months in the negative zone

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Imported inflation is gradually rising from a negative base, contributing 0.5 percentage points to the Consumer Price Index inflation since April 2024. Global price increases and customs duty changes are influencing this trend, but strong FPI inflows and RBI intervention are helping stabilize the rupee.

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193 companies list over 90,800 opportunities on PM internship portal

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Under the scheme's pilot project, which is estimated to cost around Rs 800 crore, internships will start on December 2. It is expected to cover 1.25 lakh candidates in the current financial year ending March 2025.

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PM Narendra Modi hails GatiShakti plan, says it has accelerated our vision of Viksit Bharat

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the GatiShakti Plan, emphasizing its transformative impact on India's infrastructure and development, as well as its crucial role in accelerating the vision of a Viksit Bharat.

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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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SBI plans to enhance threshold limit under instant loan scheme for MSME sector

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State Bank of India (SBI) is set to enhance the instant loan scheme threshold for MSMEs beyond the current Rs 5 crore, streamlining the process with tech for quick approvals. Plans include network expansion with 600 new branches, aiming to include more MSMEs in formal credit systems.

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Ambani crosses swords with Musk as war over satellite spectrum rages; Reliance questions Trai's decision

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Reliance is challenging the telecom regulator's decision to allocate, rather than auction, home satellite broadband spectrum in India, intensifying its competition with Elon Musk's Starlink. Reliance has argued that an auction process is necessary for a level-playing field, critiquing TRAI's interpretation of Indian law.

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Anti-dumping step: India may raise the bar to block entry of cheap steel

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Stringent quality checks can stem the tide of imports as producers scour for markets amid sluggish demand and steep duties imposed by the US and the EU, which has increased risk of dumping into India. At present, import of multiple grades of steel is permitted despite quality control orders on the basis of a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the steel ministry.

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Bank margins likely to remain under pressure in Q2 amid rising deposit costs, say analysts

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Bank margins may remain under pressure due to higher deposit costs. Loan growth trends will be monitored, especially in the unsecured retail segment. Analysts expect slower growth and higher credit costs for banks with more exposure to microfinance and unsecured loans. Earnings growth for private and PSU banks may vary between 4.1% and 17.2% year-on-year.

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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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Uber effect: CBIC to meet with ecommerce operators on Monday to resolve GST on rides

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The meeting comes in the wake of a September 25 direction from the Karnataka High Court to the CBIC to decide on Uber India’s representations on the issue after hearing all stakeholders in six weeks.

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Refund drive starts for 6cr investors in Rs 50,000 crore ponzi case

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Enforcement Directorate has begun returning lost funds to nearly six crore investors targeted by the Rs 50,000 crore Pearl Group ponzi scam. It shared details of Rs 700 crore worth of attached assets with the Lodha Committee for victim restitution. Investigations revealed funds siphoned off internationally, leading to multiple property attachments, including assets in Australia and India.

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Jio seeks auction of Satcom spectrum

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Reliance Jio has urged telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia to have regulator Trai revise a consultation paper on spectrum allocation rules, emphasizing fair competition between terrestrial and satellite networks. Jio warns of potential legal battles if level-playing field considerations are not incorporated.

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Consultant to be hired to study impact of rural jobs scheme

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The Centre will evaluate the MGNREGS to enhance its effectiveness, with DMEO inviting bids for a six-month study. The consultancy involves extensive research and field surveys across 14 states, and selection will be based on technical and financial evaluations. A multidisciplinary team will conduct the study.

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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

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TCS second quarter results signal deal growth impact only by FY26

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The Tata subsidiary missed market estimates for the July to September quarter net profit after reporting a 1.08% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decline at Rs 11,909 crore.

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NTPC Renewable Energy names Pushpendra Tyagi as CFO

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Pushpendra Tyagi who previously served as the head of Internal Audit at NTPC, takes over from from Neeraj Sharma, the former CFO of NTPC Renewable Energy.

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