The Finance Weekly
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Budgeting is a fundamental aspect of financial planning, and one approach that often comes up in discussions is incremental budgeting. It’s important to understand this method and how it might fit into your financial processes. What is Incremental Budgeting? Incremental budgeting is a budgeting approach where the starting point for a new budget is the previous one.
CFO Thought Leader
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
From day one of his professional life, Derek Warnick knew his career would be driven by a purpose greater than mere career advancement. As an undergraduate studying finance and international business, he contemplated how his professional life could make a meaningful impact. Upon graduation, he joined the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation, focusing on empowering small businesses in developing countries. “I was excited by the opportunity to help people and have an internat
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Future CFO
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Editor’s note: In today’s A Day in the Life , Isha Goel (pictured), Head - Treasury Settlements Asia Pacific, Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India shares with FutureCFO audiences how she made progress in her career when she started out about two decades ago —a period when it was uncommon for a woman to be in finance in India—as well as her typical work day.
Tips Watch
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Reality is beginning to settle in on the U.S. bond market.
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CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
ICAI through its disciplinary committee is looking into the allegations of the role played by Vijaya Sai as an auditor-member of the institute in extending the service of an auditor to the companies floated by Andhra Pradesh former chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy.
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CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has said that the Indian economy is strong enough to handle any adverse fallout from global events.
Lime Light
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Cube FP&A is a well-known financial planning and analysis (FP&A) tool that has gained popularity for its ability to streamline financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes. It integrates seamlessly with spreadsheets and other financial systems, providing users with a familiar and flexible environment for managing their financial data.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
India saw 11.9 per cent increase in deal volume (year-on-year) in the January-October period, bucking the overall trend in the Asia-Pacific region, a new report has said.
Barry Ritholtz
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Avert your eyes! My Sunday morning look at incompetency, corruption and policy failures: • How the Ivy League Broke America : The meritocracy isn’t working. We need something new. ( The Atlantic ) • The most dangerous roads in America have one thing in common : We can fix our staggering car fatality crisis. Start with these roads. ( Vox ) • Political Comedy, With a Side of Desperation : The comedian-to-campaign-influencer pipeline has muddled the genre. ( The Atlantic ) • She Was a Child Instag
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CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Mitul Kotecha, Head of Forex & EM Macro Strategy Asia at Barclays, cautions that the surging US dollar and yields are drawing capital away from other regions, including India and China. While China's stimulus measures have fallen short, the US's economic resilience and the prospect of tax cuts are attracting global investments, leaving emerging markets vulnerable to outflows.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
India saw Industrial production grew by 3.1%, the PMI climbing to 57.5. FPI showed a net outflow of ₹96,358 crore, merchandise exports at 19.08%, GST revenue at Rs 1.87 lakh crore and inflation increased to 6.21% in the month of October.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Birla noted that CAG has not only transformed its auditing systems but has also introduced new innovations which have ensured that its work is marked by credibility and authenticity.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
CBDT has made significant progress in recovering tax dues, collecting Rs 35,500 crore in the first half of FY 2024-25, with plans to target Rs 1 lakh crore by year-end.
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CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
The Reserve Bank of India's planned cloud platform will use local IT firms, pitting it against the likes of Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud and IBM Cloud, in a first-of-its-kind initiative from a major global central bank.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
But they are up against two of the world’s largest tower companies – Indus Towers and Brookfield-backed Data Infrastructure Trust. In addition, they face challenges around erecting new towers in densely populated metros, right of way (RoW) issues and high associated costs, industry insiders said.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Volkswagen Group, eyeing India's growth potential, plans to expand its product portfolio with or without a local partner, says Piyush Arora, MD & CEO, Skoda Auto Volkswagen India. Despite exploring collaborations, the group remains committed to the Indian market and aims to achieve over 5% market share by leveraging local manufacturing for both domestic sales and exports to regions like South Asia and Africa.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
The price of neon has gone up nearly nine times since 2022, when the conflict erupted in Ukraine. With neon production impacted in Ukraine, global demand far outstrips supply. Semiconductor manufacturers are trying to find reliable supply of this noble gas to keep their facilities in operation.
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
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
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Sirius India Airlines is looking to raise USD 100 million for fleet and service expansion. The company plans to have a fleet of 50 private jets by FY27 and expand to new markets, including the Far East, Southeast Asia, and East Africa.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Most of the Indian enterprises (94 per cent) are now using generative AI (GenAI) in at least one function, the highest percentage globally across 19 countries surveyed, according to a report on Monday.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Ten companies — five global and five local — were selected to receive sops under the smartphone PLI scheme with an overall financial outlay of Rs 40,951 crore, which was later reduced to Rs 38,601 crore.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Confirming the development to ET, (Nikunj) Biyani, cofounder, of the venture, said, "We see an opportunity to build a brand in the better-for-you packaged foods space with accessible and affordable protein-based products at the core of the venture.
Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry
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
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
A Kantar survey report in September pointed out a declining trend of brand spending on X. It stated that 26% of marketers are planning to spend fewer of their ad dollars on X in 2025 – the biggest recorded pullback from any major global ad platform.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
The people said, with the joint capacities of both the Wistron and the Pegatron facilities, along with the expansion Tata is undertaking at its Hosur facility, the company’s capacity may increase to be at par or almost at par with that of Taiwan’s Foxconn, which currently makes the most number of iPhones in India.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Dr Reddy's Laboratories and FDC Ltd issued voluntary recalls for medications in the US market due to manufacturing defects. Dr Reddy's recalled lots of Morphine Sulfate extended-release tablets due to failed impurity specifications, while FDC Ltd recalled Timolol Maleate ophthalmic solution due to defective containers hindering solution dispensing.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
“Exports are INR 4 lakh crore already, mostly through mobile and through Apple,” Singh said. “So, some sectors have moved much faster, mobiles in particular.
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CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
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CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
Air India has officially merged with Vistara, aiming to establish a world-class airline. The merger, completed in just over two years, will see Air India adopting Vistara's operational practices and standards to enhance customer experience and achieve operational and financial robustness.
CFO News
NOVEMBER 17, 2024
The Income-Tax Department issued a reminder to taxpayers, warning that failing to disclose foreign assets and income in their tax returns could result in a significant penalty of Rs 10 lakh. This advisory is part of a campaign to ensure compliance with reporting requirements for foreign holdings, even for those with incomes below the taxable limit.
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