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OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
Future CFO
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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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CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
Future CFO
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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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OCTOBER 13, 2024
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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CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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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Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
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OCTOBER 13, 2024
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"
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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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Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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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CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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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OCTOBER 13, 2024
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.
CFO News
OCTOBER 13, 2024
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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