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Deloitte reports record revenue of $67.2 billion for FY24, a 3.1% jump

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Deloitte reported a $67.2 billion global revenue for FY2024, marking a 3.1% increase. With notable growth in Tax & Legal and a strategic FY2025 restructure, the firm targets enhanced integrated solutions and tech-driven transformation.

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Real yields are sinking. What does this mean for Thursday’s 10-year TIPS reopening auction?

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By David Enna, Tipswatch.com First off, let’s point out that the Federal Reserve has not yet lowered interest rates by a single basis point and, in fact, the federal funds rate has been stable since July 2023.

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Adani Green Energy elevates Saurabh Shah as CFO

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Shah, who currently holds the position of Deputy CFO at Adani Enterprises Limited, succeeds Phuntsok Wangyal, who resigned on September 14, 2024, to pursue other career opportunities.

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1,034: From Earnings Growth to Long-Term Success: A CFO’s Strategic Shift | Deanna Strable, COO & president (CFO emerita), Principal Finance Group

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When Deanna Strable was approached to take on the role of CFO at Principal Financial Group, she was taken by surprise. Having spent most of her 30-year career in leading business units rather than focusing on finance, Strable initially questioned whether she was the right fit for a position traditionally held by financial experts. “Ultimately,” she recalls, “what I learned from our board and CEO was that they really wanted someone who could partner with them in driving the company fo

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2025 Payroll Calendar Templates (Biweekly, Semi-Monthly, and Monthly)

Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!

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Byju’s obligated to repay $1.2 billion with interest, says US lenders

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The lenders say the troubled edtech company has not made any contractually due payments in over 17 months and neither founder Byju Raveendran nor the Insolvency Resolution Professional has the authority to disqualify any term loan lender.

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As M&A scene hots up, India Inc strengthens in-house legal teams

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Large Indian conglomerates are strengthening their in-house legal teams with M&A specialists due to a surge in local and cross-border deals. Companies like Reliance Industries, Cipla, and Aditya Birla Group are hiring experienced lawyers to reduce reliance on external counsel and enhance transaction efficiency.

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India Inc wants staff to be ‘fit’ enough for hikes

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Corporate India is prioritising employee health and wellness with companies like Deutsche Bank, Aditya Birla Health Insurance, and Philips integrating health goals into performance reviews. Initiatives include onsite diet consultants, wellness sessions, heart health assessments, and tracking health metrics. Aditya Birla Health Insurance now requires employees to incorporate health goals into their key result areas.

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90% of financial institutions focusing on AI, GenAI for innovation: PwC India report

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​​ As per the PwC India report titled, 'Mapping the FinTech innovation landscape in India' data analytics also continues to emerge prominently across nearly 74 per cent responses, underscoring its integral role in driving insights and decision-making within the financial services (FS) sector.

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Reliance Retail to transfer most of its FMCG brands to RCPL to scale up the business

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Reliance Retail is set to transfer its FMCG brands, including Campa and various private labels, to Reliance Consumer Products Ltd (RCPL) for rapid business expansion. RCPL plans exclusive bottling plants for Campa and is preparing for a capital infusion of up to Rs 3,900 crore through equity and debt. This strategic move aims at enhancing brand availability.

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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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India's decade will be SBI's decade, too.as the best, most valued bank: Challa Sreenivasulu Setty, Chairman

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Challa Sreenivasulu Setty, the new chairman of State Bank of India, is aiming to leverage the bank's extensive network and brand to attract more deposits while managing risks in infrastructure financing. He emphasises technology, customer service, and cyber security as key priorities to enhance productivity and maintain consistent performance.

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Tracking Inflation: A look at DGGI's latest report and it's connection with online gaming

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The real money online gaming industry has topped the list of tax evaders, as reported by the Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI). The agency detected tax evasion totaling around Rs 1.10 lakh crore, issuing show-cause notices to 34 taxpayers. Actions have also been taken against 118 domestic entities and 658 offshore entities.

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Real money gaming sector tops GST evasion list

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The Directorate General of GST Intelligence has identified the real money online gaming sector as a major tax evasion area, detecting Rs 1.10 lakh crore in evasion. Offshore entities based in tax havens pose significant challenges. The agency recommends a multi-agency approach and public awareness to tackle this issue effectively.

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Softbank-backed Swiggy said to eye India IPO filing this week

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Swiggy Ltd., an Indian food-delivery platform, is planning to file for its domestic IPO soon, aiming to raise over $1 billion. The company is awaiting approval from India's Securities and Exchange Board. Swiggy competes with Zomato, Amazon India, and Tata Group's BigBasket in the food delivery market.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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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GST Council forms Group of Ministers (GoM) to review tax rate on health, life insurance

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The GST Council has created a 13-member Group of Ministers, chaired by Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, to suggest GST rates for health and life insurance products. The panel will submit its report by October 30. Currently, an 18 per cent GST is levied on insurance premiums.

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MoS Finance likely to be convenor of GoM on GST compensation cess

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Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary will lead a Group of Ministers to revise the GST compensation cess nomenclature. The panel aims to decide on apportioning the cess collected from luxury and demerit goods between the Centre and states, while suggesting necessary legal changes for enforcement.

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Major shakeup at PwC: 1,800 Jobs on the chopping block amid restructuring plan!

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The bulk of the layoffs is reportedly centred in the advisory and technology divisions, with a significant number of affected employees located offshore. Besides the layoffs, PwC’s products and technology teams are expected to be integrated into various business units.

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Banks need to adapt to changing customer preferences to remain competitive: CEA Nageswaran

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Chief economic advisor V Anantha Nageswaran highlighted the necessity for banks to adapt to changing customer preferences and market dynamics. During an event by Indian Bank, he emphasized agriculture’s role in economic growth and commended the bank’s MSME Prerana programme. Indian Bank CEO S L Jain acknowledged Nageswaran’s valuable insights on the economy and banking sector.

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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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Sebi chair Buch traded in listed stocks, violating conflict-of-interest policy, alleges Congress

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Congress has accused Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch of trading in listed securities worth about Rs 37 crore during her tenure, violating conflict-of-interest policies. They also allege she invested in foreign assets, including Chinese funds. Congress demands an investigation into these claims by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Sebi exempts Spice Healthcare from making open offer for SpiceJet shareholders

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Markets regulator Sebi has exempted Spice Healthcare Pvt Ltd from making an open offer to SpiceJet shareholders in relation to acquisition of additional shares in the airline. On conversion of warrants that were issued to it, Spice Healthcare, a promoter group entity, would be acquiring an additional 13,14,08,514 equity shares in the airline.

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ICICI Securities shareholder moves NCLAT against order on delisting

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A shareholder has approached the NCLAT challenging the NCLT's approval of ICICI Securities' delisting application. The appeal cites misapplication of regulations, fraudulent voting, and non-transparency concerns. Quantum Mutual Fund and minority shareholders argue that the share swap negatively impacts them. An investor has also moved the Bombay High Court against SEBI's decision.