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.

Budgeting 248

Budgeting Investments 248

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.

Construction 311

Construction 311

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.

Restructuring 105

Restructuring Profit and Loss Valuation Planning 105

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.

Auditing 298

Auditing 298

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

Marketing

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

Communication 98

Communication Prioritization Securities Marketing 98

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.

Startups 75

Startups Investments 75

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.

Accounting 52

Accounting CFO Compliance Leverage 52

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.

Retail 45

Retail 45

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.

Auditing 45

Auditing Accounting Accounting Firms Marketing 45

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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.

Compliance 40

Compliance Securities 40

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.

Finance 40

Finance 40

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.

Investments 40

Investments 40

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.

Marketing 40

Marketing 40

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Leadership

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.

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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.

Manufacturing 40

Manufacturing Planning Investments 40

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.

Startups 40

Startups eCommerce Investments Planning 40

CFO News

AUGUST 16, 2024

Dr Lal PathLabs: Goel brings his experiences from sectors including Manufacturing, Mines, Engineering, Infrastructure and Healthcare Services.

Healthcare 40

Healthcare CFO Manufacturing 40

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

Manufacturing

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.

CFO 40

CFO 40