Sat.Feb 08, 2025 - Fri.Feb 14, 2025

article thumbnail

How to Reduce Credit Risk in Today’s Economy 

CFO Talks

How to Reduce Credit Risk in Todays Economy The economy today is unpredictable, with rising prices, high interest rates, and many businesses and individuals struggling to pay their bills on time. In such an environment, companies that offer creditallowing customers to buy now and pay latermust be especially cautious. When customers fail to make payments, businesses face financial losses, cash flow problems, and even the risk of closure.

article thumbnail

Building back: Leadership in good and bad times

Future CFO

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.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

How to build your treasury playbook for a competitive edge

CFO Dive

Companies often focus on boosting sales or streamlining operations, but have you considered the role of the finance team?

Treasury 272
article thumbnail

How To Determine The ‘Best’ CFP Education Program (For You): 2025 Update

Nerd's Eye View

To earn the CFP marks, candidates must fulfill four key requirements: Education (holding a bachelor's degree and completing the required coursework through a CFP Board registered program), Exam (passing the 170-question CFP exam), Experience (gaining hands-on experience providing financial advice to the public), and Ethics (acting as a fiduciary). Among these, the Education component offers the greatest flexibility in how it can be completed.

article thumbnail

From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

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.

article thumbnail

FM Nirmala Sitharaman tables new income tax bill 2025 in parliament, seeks committee formation for review

CFO News

In a major development, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has tabled the much-anticipated Income Tax Bill 2025 in the Indian Parliament today. The bill, which introduces substantial changes to the existing income tax framework, aims to overhaul the current system with new provisions and adjustments. Sitharaman has also requested the Lok Sabha Speaker to nominate members for a standing committee tasked with reviewing the provisions of the newly presented bill.

Finance 49

More Trending

article thumbnail

1071: Empowering Finance: Lessons from the Automation Edge | Ashim Gupta, CFO, UiPath

CFO Thought Leader

Ashim Gupta, who has evolved from a pre-IPO CFO to now serving as both CFO and COO, is busy redefining the role of finance in driving growth and innovation. Initially focused on strict financial discipline, Guptas responsibilities have expanded to integrate long-term growth initiatives with day-to-day operational execution. In our discussion, Gupta explains that funding AI projects at UiPath is guided by a rigorous evaluation framework.

CFO 52
article thumbnail

How do The Best CFOs Think Strategically and Communicate Well?

CFO Selections

Which characteristics do the best CFOs share? What should you look for when hiring a CFO or bringing fractional financial leadership on board? As a Director of Finance, which skills should you look to bolster if you want to keep progressing in your career? Obviously, the exact skills that a CFO needs to succeed in a specific role will vary based on factors like industry, company size and growth stage, and makeup of the c-suite team, but one commonality is that they all think strategically and co

article thumbnail

Navigating the Seasonal Revenue Rollercoaster

CFO Plans

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.

article thumbnail

Optimism Among Gamblers & Investors?

Barry Ritholtz

You might have been bored by the not-so-Superbowl last night (at least the better team won this year). Several non-football fans went to see the Becoming Led Zeppelin documentary (they raved). But neither the game nor Zep’s origin story was the biggest story last night. Rather, the most intriguing aspect of last night was the gambling. Sports betting on Super Bowl LIX (2025) was estimated at more than $1.5 billion — a 15% increase compared to 2024.

article thumbnail

The 2025 State of Financial Automation

Financial automation isn’t the future—it’s the now. BILL partnered with SMB Group to survey 750 US financial decision-makers and reveal how small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are using trends and insights to tackle challenges and drive growth. The responses are eye-opening! Download our 2025 State of Financial Automation report to uncover: Key automation trends for 2025 and beyond Top concerns and attitudes about automation How AI is driving smarter, faster decisions The challenges of the finan

article thumbnail

Strategic CFOs must build ‘complementary’ finance teams: Gartner

CFO Dive

For CFOs to meet their strategic goals, they must think differently about the skills they need in the finance function.

Finance 296
article thumbnail

Conquer Complexity Through Real-Time Data with Cloud ERP

Navigator SAP

Theres a lot of complexity in a modern business. But real-time data with cloud ERP can help businesses cut down on this complexity. First, though, lets talk about the problem. Businesses today are more complex than ever, and there are a number of reasons for this complexity.

Numbers 235
article thumbnail

“How Much More Will I Get?”: Calculating The Impact Of WEP And GPO’s Repeal On Social Security Benefits

Nerd's Eye View

When the Social Security Fairness Act was signed into law on January 5, 2025, it came as a relief to many recipients of state or local government pensions whose Social Security benefits had been, up until now, reduced by the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) for individuals claiming retirement benefits under their own name, or the Government Pension Offset (GPO) for those claiming spousal or survivor benefits under a current or former spouse's name.

article thumbnail

Automated Financial Reporting: A call to Excellence

CFO Talks

Automated Financial Reporting: A call to Excellence By Lutic Molo Mosoane When I reflect on the evolving business landscape, I am reminded of the pivotal role financial reporting plays. As someone passionate about justice and precision, I find parallels between dismantling societal injustices and addressing inefficiencies in business processes. Both require a commitment to excellence, a refusal to accept the status quo, and a vision for transformation.

article thumbnail

8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

article thumbnail

OneStream sees high demand despite ‘near-term headwinds’

CFO Dive

“If there’s a growing sense of uncertainty [among CFOs], we’re probably going to feel it a little bit first,” said Tom Shea, the finance software maker’s CEO.

Finance 250
article thumbnail

Cash flow management as a top threat to organisational growth

Future CFO

Cash flow management has emerged as a top financial risk that poses the greatest threat to organisational growth, according to a report by insurance company Chubb. In the Chubb Risk Decisions 360: Emerging Risks that Can Impede Sustainable Company Growth report, which polled senior risk management or insurance purchaser decision-makers, to seek clarity on the emerging risks that can impede sustainable company growth, it was revealed that there is a huge concern among executives involving cash fl

article thumbnail

European Banks Pursue Mergers To Gain Competitive Edge

Global Finance

Lenders across Europe are ramping up M&A efforts to scale operations, strengthen balance sheets, and navigate an evolving financial landscape. The European banking sector is experiencing a wave of consolidation as institutions seek to bolster their market position, expand their asset base, and improve returns. With interest rates stabilizing and capital reserves at healthy levels, banks are taking advantage of strategic acquisitions to fuel growth and enhance profitability.

article thumbnail

Data Update 6 for 2025: From Macro to Micro - The Hurdle Rate Question!

Musings on Markets

In the first five posts, I have looked at the macro numbers that drive global markets, from interest rates to risk premiums, but it is not my preferred habitat. I spend most of my time in the far less rarefied air of corporate finance and valuation, where businesses try to decide what projects to invest in, and investors attempt to estimate business value.

article thumbnail

How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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

article thumbnail

Southwest appoints Breeze Airways alum to CFO chair

CFO Dive

The new CFO joins the budget-friendly airline as it aims to realize $500 million in cost savings while facing inflationary pressures and challenges to its fleet capacity.

CFO 249
article thumbnail

Taking a strategic approach to AI adoption

Future CFO

As businesses navigate their way around various technological advancements, finance teams are faced with the task to integrate analytics and automation into their existing processes, determining at the same time which specific system to transform first for maximum operational impact. New research from global data and cloud solutions company Hitachi Vantara found that while Asia is outpacing the world in AI adoption, poor data quality and security risks threaten to stall progress.

article thumbnail

MiB: Christine Phillpotts, Ariel Investments

Barry Ritholtz

This week, I speak with Christine Phillpotts , Portfolio Manager for Ariel Investment s emerging markets value strategies. She is also Senior Research Analyst for Consumer and Real Estate across Asia, Latin America, Middle East and Eastern Europe. She also covers all sectors in Africa. Previously, she spent 10 years at AllianceBernstein as Portfolio Manager and Senior Research analyst in emerging markets.

article thumbnail

Data Update 7 for 2025: The End Game in Business!

Musings on Markets

I am in the third week of the corporate finance class that I teach at NYU Stern, and my students have been lulled into a false sense of complacency about what's coming, since I have not used a single metric or number in my class yet. In fact, we have spent almost four sessions (that is 15% of the overall class) talking about the end game in business.

article thumbnail

Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World

Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry

Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.

article thumbnail

Pathward CFO: Pulling back the strategic curtain

CFO Dive

Building a strong talent foundation is key to successfully executing one's business strategy, Pathward CFO Greg Sigrist said.

CFO 216
article thumbnail

#FASuccess Ep 424: Executing A Successful Internal Succession Plan In The Private Equity Era Of Advisor M&A, With David Grau Jr.

Nerd's Eye View

Welcome everyone! Welcome to the 424th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is David Grau, Jr. David is the President of Succession Resource Group, an advisory consulting and valuation business based in Portland, Oregon that serves independent financial advisors with RIAs and broker-dealers. What's unique about David, though, is how his two decades of experience supporting financial advisory firms has helped him uncover best practices for founders and su

article thumbnail

The Foundations of Effective Corporate Governance 

CFO Talks

The Foundations of Effective Corporate Governance Corporate governance might sound like a complex business term, but at its core, its simply about how a company is managed and controlled to ensure it runs fairly, responsibly, and successfully. It is the system that ensures those in charge make ethical decisions, protect stakeholders, and guide the company toward long-term success.

article thumbnail

Cybersecurity investments: A strategic imperative for CFOs

Future CFO

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.

article thumbnail

The AI Race Isn’t Just About Tech Superiority – Its the Supply Chain, Stupid!

The race to dominate AI is no longer about who has the smartest algorithms — it's about who can build and scale faster. Behind every AI breakthrough lies a battle for resources: data centers, compute hardware, power, and telecom infrastructure. And right now, even tech giants are hitting a wall. Our latest white paper reveals the six critical supply chain elements that are increasingly separating AI leaders from the rest.

article thumbnail

DeepSeek’s lower-cost AI model could supercharge adoption, use cases: Goldman Sachs

CFO Dive

DeepSeeks AI model is good news for adoption across companies because it could significantly bring down the cost for companies to develop their own

article thumbnail

How to Get a Business Line of Credit with a Low Credit Score

Business Credit Blogger

Business Line of Credit with Low Credit Score For many small business owners, acquiring a business line of credit is an essential step toward fostering growth and navigating day-to-day operations. However, low credit scores often stand as a discouraging barrier, threatening to sideline the growth of a small business. The good news? Obtaining a business […] The post How to Get a Business Line of Credit with a Low Credit Score appeared first on Business Credit.

58
article thumbnail

The Art of Leadership: Insights from Paula Amesbury on Inspiring Teams and Navigating Change

CFO Talks

The Art of Leadership: Insights from Paula Amesbury on Inspiring Teams and Navigating Change Introduction Leadership is more than making strategic decisionsits about inspiring people, adapting to change, and creating a culture where teams thrive. In this episode of the CFO Club Podcast, Leana van der Merwe sits down with Paula Amesbury, Principal at CFO Center UK, to explore the essential principles of leadership, team management, and business transitions.