Investing for safety: The era of 5% yields is ending
Tips Watch
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com We knew this day would come, after enjoying 5% nominal yields on very safe investments for more than a year.
Tips Watch
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com We knew this day would come, after enjoying 5% nominal yields on very safe investments for more than a year.
CFO Leadership
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Here’s how we see it: CFOs can build the operating foundation needed for an IPO now, then go public when the time is right for their business. Maybe that time is coming soon for you, since the initial public offering (IPO) market in the US is showing signs of waking up. There were 30% more IPOs in the first half of 2024 compared to the first half of 2023, according to EY’s 2024 IPO Market Trends report.
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Global Finance
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Is the SPAC back? Maybe, a little. As a group, special purpose acquisition companies have crashed and burned spectacularly. Some 860 SPACs raised money from investors in the frenzied years 2020–2021, according to corporate advisor Kroll. Less than 100 survived. Most SPACs simply folded and returned cash to investors without ever making an acquisition.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
As we move closer to 2025, the insurance market presents a window of opportunity with a period of relative stability compared to the volatility of recent years.
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.
Navigator SAP
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
A new ERP solution can dramatically upgrade a business with added visibility, automation, and more efficient operational processes among many other benefits. However, when buying ERP software, some essential implementation questions should be asked before purchase.
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CFO Plans
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
In the dynamic landscape of small business, staying ahead of financial challenges is crucial. Enter outsourced CFO services—a transformative solution for businesses seeking expert financial guidance without the overhead of a full-time executive. Discover how outsourced CFO services can elevate your financial strategy today. Let’s delve into why your business needs these services and how they can elevate your financial strategy.
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has issued an advisory, urging taxpayers to proactively manage their records as new archival policies limit GST return data availability to seven years.
Bank of the West
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
This year marks the 20th anniversary of BMO’s Equity Through Education Program (ETE). On one day every year, BMO donates institutional equity, BMO InvestorLine equity and ETF trading commissions to… Read more The post Twenty years of changing lives with BMO’s Equity Through Education appeared first on About BMO.
Reval
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
LONDON – 26 September 2024: ION Commodities, a leading global provider of commodity. The post Elemental selects ION’s Aspect to power its metals, battery, and commodities trading business appeared first on ION.
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.
The Charity CFO
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Your nonprofit organization relies on the knowledge and guidance of its leadership team to advance its mission. A strong leadership team makes it easy for your organization to reach its goals by effectively using resources and managing strategy. However, nonprofit leaders face unique challenges that their for-profit counterparts don’t, such as limited resources or reliance on volunteers.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Richard Barkham, CBRE’s global chief economist, is expecting “a meaningful uptick” in commercial real estate deals rather than an “explosion.
Barry Ritholtz
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
In celebration of Abbey Road being released 55 years ago today (September 26, 1969), here is a short, Beatles-related excerpt from my upcoming book: “ How Not To Invest: The ideas, numbers, and behaviors that destroy wealth – and how to avoid them.” The book is being published ~March 18, 2025, and is available for pre-ording today.
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Over the last 60 years, the top Federal marginal tax bracket has steadily decreased from over 90% in the 1950s and 60s to 'just' 37% today. However, with the national debt expanding rapidly, observers of U.S. tax policy are predicting that Congress will inevitably be forced to again increase tax rates in order to raise revenue and balance the national budget – and that the current regime of relatively low tax rates will prove to be a temporary phenomenon.
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Our 2025 Center Travel Survey is clear: as corporate travel increases, so does corporate credit cards distribution, and a rise in off-platform travel booking. This 61% rise causes various challenges: compliance, spend control, reporting problems, and a lack of visibility across organizations. To evolve with the ever-changing needs of travelers, decision-makers need a better solution.
CFO Talks
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Never Settle, Fostering a Culture of Continuous Learning in Finance In the ever-evolving landscape of finance, the role of the CFO has transformed dramatically. No longer confined to balancing books, today’s CFOs are at the forefront of shaping strategy, guiding decision-making, and steering their organisations through complex challenges. To maintain a competitive edge, it’s crucial to embed a culture of continuous learning within your finance team.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Amid a high-profile backlash, many businesses are scrutinizing their policies. But the vast majority end up sticking with DEI, in part because it’s key to growth.
Barry Ritholtz
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
This week, we speak with Kyla Scanlon , creator, host of YouTube’s,“Let’s Appreciate” podcast , writer of daily short-form videos about economy + markets. She has been published at Bloomberg, New York Magazine, FT, and the NYT. Her new book “ In This Economy?: How Money & Markets Really Work ” just came out this Summer. We discuss how she came up with the idea of a “ Vibecession ” and how it became a popular New York Times guest essay.
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Starting a new firm can be a nerve-wracking time for an entrepreneurially minded financial advisor, as making the jump involves a significant amount of professional and financial risk. Nonetheless, after a year or 2 in business, some firm owners will find that their plate is becoming full and their available time is shrinking as they balance servicing current clients with marketing for new ones and also possibly managing staff.
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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.
Future CFO
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
As the business world's thirst for mastering technological advancements properly intensifies, with the seemingly never-ending developments in artificial intelligence, automation, and machine learning, it is expected that organisations steer their priorities towards investments on the IT side. Finance leaders are already aware of such shifts , and it has been a part of the CFO agenda for quite some time now.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
IT and business professionals fear the technology's adoption can lead to data leakage, according to a Deloitte report.
Tips Watch
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
For some investors, cashing in low-fixed-rate I Bonds makes sense, combined with the gift-box strategy to add to holdings in October. By David Enna, Tipswatch.
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent study by Cerulli has shown a sharp increase in the number of affluent investors willing to pay for advice, which on the one hand reflects the increasing financial complexity in peoples' lives (while they've also gotten busier than ever at work and at home) to the extent that they're more willing to work with someone to navigate those financial challenges; while al
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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.
Bramasol
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Life sciences includes a broad range of scientific fields that study living organisms and their interactions with the environment. Some of the key areas within life sciences include: Biology: The study of life and living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, evolution, and behavior. Biotechnology: The use of biological systems, organisms, or derivatives to develop or create products, often focusing on medical or agricultural applications.
CFO Dive
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Costco lowered prices on a number of its store brand items as high food prices have become a hot button issue in the presidential election.
CFO News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Kaur is a strong contender for the chief financial officer role that became available after Georges Elhedery assumed the position of CEO at Europe's largest lender on September 2
The Finance Weekly
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Every budgeting season brings a chance to push your business forward into the new year. Of course, there are plenty of challenges to juggle as you balance all your company's needs and goals. With 2024 coming to a close and the 2025 budgeting season around the corner, the pressure is really on you and your finance team! Common Pitfalls Ahead Familiarizing yourself with these challenges will help you prepare for the 2024 budgeting season and set your organization up for success.
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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