Future CFO
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
It was supposed to be the merriest time of the year in 2019 when Typhoon Odette , or Super Typhoon Rai , hit the Philippines. With a wind speed of 316km/h and a 5-meter storm surge, it was one of the most powerful typhoons ever recorded, displacing over 4 million people, and causing damage to infrastructure across a huge area of the country, especially in Cebu.
CFO Plans
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Unlock Strategic Financial Planning Tips to turn seasonal challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation in the hospitality and retail sectors. In the vibrant and dynamic worlds of hospitality and retail, businesses often find themselves on a thrilling rollercoaster of seasonal revenue fluctuations. Imagine a lively beachfront caf bustling with sun-kissed tourists in the summer, only to face the quiet whispers of fall as the colder months roll in.
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Future CFO
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Imagine a scenario where your company's operations grind to a halt, sensitive data is exposed, and customer trust is shattered all because of a cyberattack. This isn't just a hypothetical situation; it's a reality that businesses of all sizes face in today's increasingly digital world. CFOs, with their unique understanding of financial risk and strategic planning, must champion cybersecurity initiatives and weave them into the core of their business strategy.
Tips Watch
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Plus, a few other thoughts on a changing Treasury market. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Long-time readers of this site know what that headline signals: I am on the move.
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Document-heavy workflows slow down productivity, bury institutional knowledge, and drain resources. But with the right AI implementation, these inefficiencies become opportunities for transformation. So how do you identify where to start and how to succeed? Learn how to develop a clear, practical roadmap for leveraging AI to streamline processes, automate knowledge work, and unlock real operational gains.
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Future CFO
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Boosting working capital efficiency remains as a key priority for chief financial officers in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a recent survey by FTI Consulting. According to the business consulting firm's Global CFO Survey 2025 , 82% of respondents view improving their working capital efficiency as an area for enhancement. This will be through leveraging digital tools for real-time monitoring of accounts receivable and payable, which can optimise cash cycles and boost liquidity management.
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Barry Ritholtz
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Avert your eyes! My Sunday morning look at incompetency, corruption and policy failures: That Giant Sucking Sound? Its Climate Change Devouring Your Homes Value. As the compounding impacts of climate-driven disasters take effect, we are seeing home insurance prices spike around the country, pushing up the costs of owning a home. In some cases, insurance companies are pulling out of towns altogether.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
The Delhi High Court's ruling on the NFRA raises a crucial question: Can regulatory bodies enforce disciplinary actions while maintaining fairness? The court upheld NFRA's power but quashed flawed notices.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
The Finance Bill's restriction on resident Indians investing more than 5% indirectly in offshore funds is hindering global fund managers from moving to India. This 5% limit, aimed at preventing round-tripping, is difficult to track and deterring fund management activity in GIFT City.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
SEBI Corporate Governance: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed new rules to improve corporate governance at listed companies.
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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CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
While China and Japan face population declines, India's population is expected to keep growing until 2060, according to the United Nations. This demographic advantage, combined with increasing investment and industrial expansion, positions India as a rising economic powerhouse.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
India simplifies tax regulations for foreign tech experts aiding electronics manufacturing, imposing tax on only 25% of their remuneration. This change, along with scrapped tariffs on smartphone inputs and tax-free imports for lithium-ion battery production, is set to boost the electronics sector's growth and competitiveness.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
US investor Digvijay 'Danny' Gaekwad seeks a meeting with PM Narendra Modi for a fair chance to acquire Religare Enterprises. Gaekwad plans to involve the American government for support and will deposit Rs 600 crore by the deadline, offering Rs 275 per share. He believes the company has huge potential compared to the competing offer of Rs 235 per share.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
The government is meticulously watching banks to ensure the transmission of the recent RBI rate cut to borrowers, as officials warn that insufficient rate cuts would be addressed. The RBI's quarter-percentage-point cut aims to reduce borrowing costs, but historical precedents show mixed transmission effectiveness.
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.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
The central government aims to target the export of USD 10 billion worth of technical textiles under its National Technical Textiles Mission, MoS textiles Pabitra Margherita informed Rajya Sabha this week.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
The central government, led by the statistics ministry, has established a monthly data-sharing mechanism with state governments and various ministries to address inflation, specifically food inflation. This system identifies high inflation subgroups and investigates underlying issues like logistics and storage to ensure swift resolution.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
"There is no change in RBI's approach. It does not look at any price level or band. It is our endeavour to curb excessive volatility. We should not be looking at daily movement or exchange rate," he said.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Dixon Technologies is actively recruiting senior talent from markets like Taiwan, Japan, Mexico, and Europe as they expand into component production. Companies like Tata Electronics and Zetwerk are also seeking experienced individuals to strengthen their leadership teams amidst a significant talent shortage. The high demand has led to substantial salary increases for leadership roles in the industry.
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.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
NCLT has overturned its previous order for insolvency proceedings against Logix Infrastructure, citing fraudulent intent and collusion by the financial creditor, Experts Realty Professionals. An investigation by the SFIO has been ordered. The tribunal also imposed fines and directed the restoration of management to Logixs former directors, following evidence of manipulated transactions and questionable documentation.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
India is considering increasing energy imports from the US as Prime Minister Modi prepares to meet President Trump. Challenges include competitive pricing and higher shipping costs due to distance. Long-term US LNG deals are scarce and linked to the Henry Hub benchmark, which Indian buyers find volatile. Despite these hurdles, strategic discussions are ongoing.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is preparing tariff cuts to boost American exports and avoid a trade war with the U.S. during his upcoming meeting with President Trump. Discussions will focus on sectors like electronics and medical equipment, with the aim of increasing U.S. imports and fostering better bilateral trade relations.
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