Global Finance
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Offerings are bouncing back, as the upcoming US election creates opportunities and risk. The US IPO market is seeing renewed momentum as the 2024 presidential election approaches, with investors and analysts eyeing potential opportunities ahead. Last week marked the busiest period for IPOs since February, with four out of five companies successfully pricing their offerings and raising a combined $1.1 billion.
CFO Dive
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Women have made gains in recent decades at companies of all sizes but are far from attaining parity in all ways with men in the workplace, according to recent reports.
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CFO Talks
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Using Predictive Analytics in Risk Management In today’s fast-paced business environment, managing risks effectively is more critical than ever. CFOs are tasked with not only safeguarding the financial health of their organisations but also navigating uncertainties that could impact business performance. One powerful tool that is transforming how businesses approach risk management is predictive analytics.
Bank of the West
OCTOBER 15, 2024
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the vibrant histories, diverse cultures, contributions and influence of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Here are the voices of inspiring Latino leaders and… Read more The post Inspiring leadership: Hispanic and Latino colleagues on what it takes to succeed in finance appeared first on About BMO.
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Change is difficult, whether in our private or work life. However, without change, growth and learning are difficult not to mention keeping up with the market and staying competitive. We have all worked for or ourselves are the bosses that prefer to keep the status quo. We will discuss how to address the "change challenge" to enable you to be a changemaker and a graceful recipient of change.
Barry Ritholtz
OCTOBER 16, 2024
At The Money: Our Complicated Relationship With Cash with Dr. Daniel Crosby (October 16, 2024) How can we improve our relationship with money and earning, investing and spending? Full transcript below. ~~~ About this week’s guest: Dr. Daniel Crosby is the Chief Behavioral Officer at Orion Advisor Solutions, where he helps financial advisors apply behavioral science in their practice.
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Future CFO
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The Asia-Pacific region has seen a notable turnaround in the IPO market in the third quarter of 2024, according to Ernst & Young. By overcoming earlier declines, Asia-Pacific has contributed to an 11% quarter-on-quarter increase in global IPO numbers. This rebound, EY says, was marked by increased activity in mainland China, Indonesia, Malaysia and South Korea and has brought in confidence into the global market amid times of heightened uncertainty.
Tips Watch
OCTOBER 13, 2024
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com TreasuryDirect gets a lot of bad press, mostly deserved, for presenting a clunky website with a bureaucratic mess of rules and usually lousy customer service.
CFO News
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Wipro has introduced a new hybrid work policy requiring employees to work from the office three days a week. The policy focuses on a balanced work environment, fostering collaboration, flexibility, and trust. Employees can select their in-office days and work remotely on specified days, supporting personal well-being and caregiving responsibilities.
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Independent Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) often face significant challenges in attracting advisors who can proactively generate new business. Many employee advisors gravitate toward service-oriented roles; this preference often stems from their initial motivation for entering the profession – wanting to help clients or perform the more analytical aspects of investing and financial planning.
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Setting the stage for successful organizational change always begins with clear, thoughtful communication. When it comes to rolling out a new travel and expense (T&E) policy, establishing a well-structured communication plan is key to ensuring that all employees understand the changes and their impact. By following a step-by-step approach, you can guide your organization through the transition, fostering smooth adoption from the outset and improving compliance.
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CFO Dive
OCTOBER 14, 2024
KPMG and now Deloitte have endorsed a proposed change in CPA licensure requirements allowing candidates to replace a fifth year of schooling with work experience.
Navigator SAP
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Growing businesses need the tools and processes in place to support growth. A key component of enabling growth is having an ERP solution in place that supports not only where a business is today, but also where the business will be in five years. This process of getting the right system in place is a lot smoother with the help of SAP implementation services.
CFO News
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Top industry leaders on Tuesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visionary leadership, which has catalysed India's remarkable digital transformation, hailing the government's support towards reforms, innovation, and collaboration.
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that Charles Schwab has revealed changes to its technology offerings in the wake of its merger with TD Ameritrade, bringing over several popular TD tools, including portfolio rebalancing tool iRebal, its Model Market Center model management service, and its trading platform thinkpipes, likely in an effort to keep former TD users (many of whom were accustomed to this software) o
Speaker: Don Gallianza, Credit Manager at Chevron Phillips Chemical and Indy Chakrabarti, Chief Marketing Officer at HighRadius
4 Case Studies to Optimize DSO 26 Days Sales Outstanding. Already better than most. But, should you improve on that? Why would 3 fewer days even matter? It matters because it fundamentally transforms business outcomes. Join this webinar to explore 4 things companies do to reclaim hard dollars - not just soft costs - and go from good to great! What You'll Learn 6 operational KPIs every AR manager should track: Define and track these metrics to enhance performance, drive efficiency, and make infor
CFO Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The stakes are high as companies race to adopt cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and look to avoid falling behind competitors.
CFO Talks
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Value Creation through Effective Financial Projects In today’s fast-paced business environment, the role of a CFO goes far beyond managing the financials. CFOs are now key players in driving value for their organisations. One of the most effective ways to create value is through well-executed financial projects. When managed effectively, these projects can streamline operations, boost profitability, and ensure long-term growth.
CFO News
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Ratan Tata passed away on October 7. He transformed Tata Group into a global giant, overseeing acquisitions like Jaguar Land Rover and innovations like the Tata Nano. His leadership helped Tata Group grow its worth from $4 billion to $400 billion. His legacy influences India's vision of itself as a global economic player.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Legacy systems feed rising fraud threats Legacy systems feed rising fraud threats Customers of banks and payment providers are increasingly falling victim to scams. In 2023, nearly 36% of all banking customers in the US experienced some form of fraud, with over $10 billion lost, up three times on 2020. Scammers exploit vulnerabilities in outdated systems using phishing, account takeover, and payment diversion techniques.
Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC
Imagine being a financial leader who not only ensures the books are balanced but also shapes the future of your organization. 🤔 ✨ This session will take you beyond the routine reporting and into the realm of strategic financial leadership. We’ll explore how today’s finance professionals can juggle the day-to-day operations while also delivering the long term vision that drives growth.
CFO Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Two-out-of-five accountants said they most frequently face ethical challenges at work because of weaknesses in company leadership and culture, the ACCA said.
Barry Ritholtz
OCTOBER 18, 2024
This week, we speak with Brian Higgins , co-founder, managing partner and co-portfolio manager of King Street. Higgins focuses on handling distressed securities, real estate investments and credit. He is chair of the Management Committee, Global Investment Committee, Real Estate Investment Committee, and is a member of the Risk Committee and Operating Committee.
CFO News
OCTOBER 17, 2024
India is introducing a voluntary group insolvency framework under the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code to streamline the resolution of interconnected entities within a corporate group. Initially, it will exclude solvent companies and multinational groups. This initiative aims to speed up resolutions, particularly in cases like Videocon and others, by allowing creditors to choose coordinated or separate processes.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Mexican fintechs eye a piece of the nearshoring pie. Mexico continues to post record numbers for many of its economic indicators. And with what is projected to be a $30 billion-$40 billion nearshoring bonanza in its sights, financial institutions of all sorts are rushing to stake their claim. The $644 billion-in-assets banking sector remains dominated by a few brick-and-mortar, multinational giants.
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Time and time again we tell ourselves and others NOT take action on something that is not "broken." We apply that mindset at home and at work. Sometimes, it doesn’t work out so well. Because when it's truly broken, it's usually an emergency, costs more and causes stress. Join us in this webinar where we share ways where you are able to anticipate your needs, understand benefits that you will get from getting better now instead of later, and relieving your team of tasks that they don't need to be
CFO Dive
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Finance chiefs should look to maintain robust, flexible portfolios as election and economic risks continue to impact volatility, Bloomberg’s Tanvir Sandhu advised.
Barry Ritholtz
OCTOBER 12, 2024
The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of Los Brasiles coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • Mossad’s pager operation: Inside Israel’s penetration of Hezbollah : New details emerge of Israel’s elaborate plan to sabotage Hezbollah communications devices to kill or maim thousands of its operatives. ( Washington Post ) • How to win a Nobel prize : What subjects have past winners studied?
CFO News
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A recent ACCA report highlights growing ethical challenges for accounting professionals, with leadership culture (40%), sustainability (30%), and AI ethics (32%) emerging as top concerns. How can accountants navigate these increasing dilemmas? What role does ethical leadership play, and how should the profession adapt to these evolving demands?
Global Finance
OCTOBER 16, 2024
A modern financial institution (FI) faces a challenging environment but a beguiling opportunity in Asia. Asia is the engine room of world economic momentum: it will account for 60% of global growth in 2024, according to the IMF, and has 60% of the world’s population. But it is also challenging to navigate. In addition to cultural and economic diversity, Asia also places great demands for leading-edge digital technology on FIs, with an increasing insistence on instant, low-friction services and r
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Global business travel is surging, with companies spending as much as or more than they did before the pandemic. This trend is expected to continue, with more growth on the horizon. The types of travelers are also changing, with millennials and Gen Zers taking on the majority of the load. Business travel is evolving, and younger generations expect less hassle, even though there are more ways to book and pay for travel than ever before.
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