Navigator SAP
AUGUST 16, 2024
Life Sciences businesses are relatively unique. They have long lead times between investments and commercialization, leading to unpredictable revenue streams and cash flow gaps. The cost of research and development also can be a significant drain on resources, requiring precise tracking and allocation so budgets stay in line.
CFO Dive
AUGUST 16, 2024
Effective digital transformation today means making a much deeper commitment than just buying a new IT product or upgrade, AICPA’s Tom Hood writes.
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Global Finance
AUGUST 16, 2024
The rattled corporation faces a rocky road through a wide-ranging restructuring, but some analysts see a more competitive company emerging. Century-old global mining-and-metals conglomerate Anglo American plc has been on a roller coaster since the end of May, when it dramatically cut off merger talks with rival BHP and instead announced a sweeping restructure of its portfolio.
CFO Dive
AUGUST 16, 2024
Inspections of nearly half of the firms’ engagements reviewed by the PCAOB revealed evidence that the auditor failed to obtain enough evidence to support its opinion.
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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Nerd's Eye View
AUGUST 16, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that a total of 26 broker-dealers, investment advisers, and dually-registered firms agreed to pay combined civil penalties of almost $400 million for failing to maintain and preserve required records for "off-channel" communications, signaling the regulator's interest in cracking down on text messages and other communi
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CFO News
AUGUST 16, 2024
India updated its foreign investment regulations to facilitate cross-border share swaps and exclude certain OCI investments from being considered as indirect foreign investment. The amendments aim to attract more investment, particularly in startups, and streamline rules, aligning them with other regulations and requiring government approval for FDIs from neighboring countries.
CFO Plans
AUGUST 16, 2024
In the intricate world of real estate, navigating complex tax laws can often feel like walking through a maze. As an investor, understanding tax laws is crucial to maximizing your returns and ensuring compliance. Whether you’re a seasoned property mogul or a budding real estate enthusiast, having a solid grasp of the tax implications tied to your investments is essential.
CFO News
AUGUST 16, 2024
At a consolidated group level across businesses, Reliance Industries alone has seen a reduction of 42,000 in employee count in FY24 over the previous year led by the retail business where over 38,000 jobs were slashed.
CFO News
AUGUST 16, 2024
Accountancy firm PwC has been fined by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority for failing to report suspicions of fraud during an audit of the LCF fund, in the watchdog's first ever fine against an auditor. The markets watchdog handed PwC a £15 million ($19 million) fine after it signed off an audit of the group in 2016, and did not report suspicions around the group's financial conduct.
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
AUGUST 16, 2024
The new rules mandate that quarterly financial results must be approved by the board of directors before submission. These results, when sent to the stock exchange, need the signature of either the chairperson, managing director, or a whole-time director. If none of these are available, any other director authorized by the board can sign the financial results.
CFO News
AUGUST 16, 2024
Shriram Finance has started talks with climate-focused private equity funds to raise capital for electric vehicle lending. Though EVs represent a small part of its portfolio, this share is expected to increase. The company recently exited housing finance and could achieve a Rs 5000 crore EV lending portfolio in the next two to three years.
CFO News
AUGUST 16, 2024
Karnataka Government, under CM Siddaramaiah, held a strategic meeting with Foxconn's CEO Young Liu about expanding their operations. Foxconn is setting up a mobile phone assembly plant with a Rs 22,000 crore investment, creating over 40,000 jobs. The government assured full support for the project.
CFO News
AUGUST 16, 2024
India's JSW Cement filed draft papers for an initial public offering worth up to 40 billion rupees ($476.7 million) on Friday, aiming to cash in on the country's booming stock market and strong demand for the building material.
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
AUGUST 16, 2024
India's urban unemployment rate stayed steady at 6.6 per cent in Q1 FY25, unchanged from Q1 FY24, according to a government survey. The Labour Force Participation Rate rose to 50.1 per cent. Notably, the Worker Population Ratio improved to 46.8 per cent, underscoring a positive trend in employment metrics for the period.
CFO News
AUGUST 16, 2024
Escorts Kubota has announced plans to build a Greenfield manufacturing facility in Uttar Pradesh, seeking land acquisition approval from the state government. With an investment of Rs 4,500 crore, the company aims to generate annual revenue of Rs 10,000 crore and create 14,000 jobs upon completion. The plan is subject to necessary clearances.
CFO News
AUGUST 16, 2024
Backed by Tiger Global, Steadview, logistics SaaS company winds up and sells assets to a Delaware entity Stellation Inc, per a July 8 board resolution. Employee stock plan cancelled, options terminated, amid layoffs at the firm. Chinese ecommerce giant Alibaba and Paytm also invested in the company in its early years but sold their stakes during the 2020 fundraise.
CFO News
AUGUST 16, 2024
Dr Lal PathLabs: Goel brings his experiences from sectors including Manufacturing, Mines, Engineering, Infrastructure and Healthcare Services.
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
AUGUST 16, 2024
Shriram Properties: The Bengaluru based real estate developer also announced the appointment of Rajesh Yashwant Shirwatkar as its Deputy Chief Financial Officer.
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