6 reasons to reconsider cost optimization
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
CFOs can remind business leaders that they have more cost optimization strategies to consider.
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
CFOs can remind business leaders that they have more cost optimization strategies to consider.
Barry Ritholtz
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
Physics has been seeking a grand “ Unified Field Theory ” that can explain everything in the universe. I sometimes wonder if we cannot find a similar overarching theory about all bad decision-making. The closest I have found as that single point of failure is the Dunning Kruger effect. Recall last week , we were discussing thinking about the impact of retiring Baby Boomers on the equity markets and of rising rates on housing.
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CFO Dive
MARCH 1, 2023
As accountants and CPAs increasingly battle with burnout, the pool of talent for the industry is getting smaller.
Tips Watch
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Yields could continue to rise, but it may be time to think longer term. By David Enna, Tipswatch.
Speaker: Melissa Hurrington
Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Top uses for AI in the financial services sector include ‘next-best action’ systems; portfolio optimization; and fraud detection.
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The Reformed Broker
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Act I Our hero Josh Brown spends a decade working at a succession of third-tier brokerage firms on Long Island and in New York City. He’s in his early twenties and knows less than nothing about stocks, bonds, mutual funds, investing, the economy, financial advice or anything else germane to the profession. He works for thieves, hustlers, well-meaning know-nothings and the morally compromised, men who will say and se.
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
The British oil and gas producer tapped its director of finance as acting CFO. Its board also commenced a “strategic review” of the company’s assets, cost base and future business strategy.
Barry Ritholtz
MARCH 3, 2023
Have a look at the BAML chart above. 1 It is one of my favorites, but for reasons that might not be readily apparent at first glance. The chart shows the peak-to-trough declines of all the bear markets with the popular definition of a 20% decline, measured up until the start of the first 20% rally. 2 The current move from 2021 highs is shown in red.
Global Finance
MARCH 2, 2023
Billions of dollars are due to flow back to hedge funds and other investors over the course of 2023 as the SPAC craze dies down.
Speaker: Yohan Lobo
In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
The finance leader has plans to continue focusing on reducing debt to turn the company become completely debt free by 2025 through free cash flows from focused revenue growth, as well as effective working capital management.
CFO Dive
MARCH 2, 2023
Only 34% of large companies showed signs of being strategic about their technology investments in financial disclosures, according to a recent report from Deloitte.
Barry Ritholtz
MARCH 2, 2023
Fascinating dive into rent increases on a county by county basis via USAFacts: Rents rose in 58% of all counties nationwide between 2020 and 2023. Data shows that rents rose and dipped between neighboring zip codes. Housing prices jumped during the COVID-19 pandemic as remote work caused many Americans to reconsider their living situations. Rent prices also rose, with inflation-adjusted median rent growing from $1,163 in 2019 to $1,191 in 2021, according to the US Census Bureau.
Navigator SAP
MARCH 3, 2023
A supply chain--by definition--has a lot of moving parts. It covers everything from the raw materials to the workers creating a product to the final delivery of goods to the consumer. For a business, keeping that chain operating smoothly is fundamental to the firm’s existence.
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CFA Institute
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
How has shorting lousy stocks worked as a strategy?
CFO Dive
MARCH 3, 2023
The surge in use of conversational artificial intelligence has prompted scrutiny of the technology’s role in financial decisions.
Barry Ritholtz
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
My back-to-work morning train WFH reads: • How to Print Money : Cash may seem old-fashioned these days — but in much of the world, cash is still king. The process of making money requires teams of experienced designers and engravers who etch the plates with portraits, vignettes, lettering and ornamentation. The designs are crafted with both aesthetics and security in mind. ( New York Times ) • Apartment Rents Fall as Crush of New Supply Hits Market : Declines signal tenants may be maxed-ou
CFO Talks
MARCH 2, 2023
1X ‘ It’s not how well you talk, it’s about the work you put in’ Welcome to the CFO Club Africa podcast, where we interview leading CFOs from Africa and beyond. CFO Club Africa is a division of the Chartered Institute of Business Accountants, the professional body for business accountants, financial managers and chief financial officers. Go to www.cfoclub.co.za and join our community of accounting and finance executives.
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Finance teams are balancing more than ever, but manual processes shouldn’t slow you down. In this ebook from BILL, discover how AI is transforming finance—automating AP, expense tracking, and document management to reduce errors, increase efficiency, and improve financial control. Learn how real companies are using AI-powered automation to streamline workflows, detect anomalies, and gain deeper insights.
CFO News
MARCH 2, 2023
When transformation cuts across functions and is not limited to finance, then the role of the CFOs becomes more strategic and they have to ensure that everybody’s stake is well covered, says Deepal Shah.
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
Midsize businesses are still looking to grow headcount despite macroeconomic challenges, but in order to do so effectively, they need to have a thorough headcount management plan in place, according to TeamOhana’s CEO.
Barry Ritholtz
MARCH 3, 2023
My end-of-week, Non-NonFarmPayroll, morning train WFH reads: • American workers aren’t returning to the office like their international counterparts—here’s why : Even as people got vaccinated and Covid restrictions eased over the years, U.S. office occupancy remains stagnant around 40% to 60% of pre-pandemic levels, Meanwhile, office attendance has returned to 70% to 90% in Europe and the Middle East, and around 80% to 110% in some Asian cities, meaning some workers are spending more time in the
Nerd's Eye View
MARCH 1, 2023
When holding discovery meetings with a prospective client, financial advisors often ask the prospect about their goals. The hope is that these conversations will help the prospect ease into a positive frame of mind (by thinking about a vacation, retirement, or another future aspiration) and, at the same time, present the advisor with an opportunity to show how their services can help the prospect achieve their goals.
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Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, emails, and shared drives no longer need to slow you down. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
In the absence of the GST Appellate Tribunal, the taxpayers were devoid of any direct remedy and had to approach High Courts. CBIC has now submitted before the Bombay High Court that it will not oppose or block any tax litigation if a taxpayer is willing to file an appeal in the HCs through e-filing.
CFO Dive
MARCH 2, 2023
CFOs are ready to drive innovation at their organizations, but it may be hard for them to shake off the role of the nay-saying finance leader, according to a recent study.
Barry Ritholtz
MARCH 2, 2023
My morning train WFH reads: • All the recessions that didn’t happen. The future doesn’t always cooperate with the present because whatever is going to happen hasn’t happened yet. So forecasters are frequently wrong. They’ll never stop forecasting, but their recent track record should make you skeptical every time you hear somebody predicting a recession. ( Yahoo Finance ) • World’s Rich Take Advantage as $1 Trillion Property Market Craters : Wealthy investors were the most active buyers of comme
Centage
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Excel is a standard tool in many offices. Data analysts rely on spreadsheets to compile and house data while using features to create essential visual elements, like graphs and charts. Though Excel is convenient and easy to use, it has many downsides, including causing your company to lose a vital resource — your historical data. Keep reading to discover why your historical data is essential and how you can protect it.
Speaker: Susan Richards
Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.
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