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Delinquencies rise as household debt hits record high: NY Fed

CFO Dive

Rising consumer debt and delinquencies, along with an increase in unemployment, have shown no signs of dampening consumer spending.

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Cutting-edge strategies for financial risk management

Cube Software

A closer look at financial risk management Financial risk management involves identifying, assessing, and prioritizing various types of financial risks to minimize their impact on an organization. In other words, it's all about spotting potential problems before they become big issues and figuring out how to deal with them.

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Where is the I Bond’s composite rate heading in November?

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com We are halfway through the I Bond’s interest-rate-setting period, with the next reset coming on Nov. 1 — or more probably on Halloween Day, Oct. 31. On that day, the U.S.

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The Power of Better Data: How the Right Forecasts Fuel Better Business Decisions

Focus CFO

CFOs ensure accurate, unbiased data drives strategic decision-making. Explore how to access reliable insights and informed perspectives for your business.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

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.

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Ex-NYSE Regulatory Chief Labovitz On Launching Green Stock Market

Global Finance

Daniel Labovitz, the former NYSE head of regulatory policy, is swapping the traditional stock market blues for a greener pasture. As the CEO of the Green Impact Exchange (GIX), he aims to introduce the first US stock market exclusively focused on the $50 trillion-plus global green economy. If GIX gets the green light from the US Securities and Exchange Commission, it plans to kick off trading in 2025.

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Enterprises seek greater software adoption to shorten accounting cycle

Future CFO

New research report from global technology research and advisory firm Information Services Group ( ISG ) finds that the desire among enterprises to shorten accounting cycle drives greater adoption of software. The report reveals that by 2027, half of midsize and larger enterprises will use close management software to speed the close and achieve greater control of the process.

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10 Sunday Reads

Barry Ritholtz

Avert your eyes! My Sunday morning look at incompetency, corruption and policy failures: • Our data isn’t safe. Resist giving it up whenever you can. Retailers and rewards programs don’t actually need to scan a copy of your driver’s license, so don’t let them. Face the truth: We’ve lost the battle to protect our personal information. The latest high-profile data breach involving AT&T is yet another reminder we are at war with cybercriminals. ( Washington Post ) • Oil companies sold the pub

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The Mentoring Round | Todd Patriacca, CFO, BVI Medical

CFO Thought Leader

Inside The Mentoring Round CFO Todd Patriacca emphasizes the strategic implementation of technology automation, focusing on areas that enhance efficiency and reduce internal costs. He advocates for leveraging automation to handle routine tasks, allowing teams to concentrate on strategic exceptions. Todd also champions Lean methodology, applying its principles of continuous improvement and waste elimination to finance.

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Comparing the AI FP&A Tools on the Market

The Finance Weekly

Ever since AI came onto the scene, it has been mixed into financial planning and analysis (FP&A) to aid finance professionals in deciphering data and making savvy decisions on how to steer company growth. Since then the top FP&A software tools have raced to implement AI into their software in order to stand out in this area and give their customers the best experience.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

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.

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CFO, CIO partnership key to bridge tech, talent gap: Workday

CFO Dive

By taking point on technology initiatives, CFOs can shape the future of how their company leverages new solutions, Workday’s Terrance Wampler said.

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Why You Should Switch: Microsoft Great Plains Vs. SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition

Navigator SAP

Companies that are migrating from a small business solution to more robust enterprise resource planning (ERP) software have many choices. Two popular options are Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains ERP and SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition. But in the Great Plains vs. SAP S/4HANA Cloud battle, really there isn’t much of a competition. SAP has an edge in all but a few areas.

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Fund managers must bring in cross-function ESG generalists to boards, expert says

Future CFO

Given that ESG and sustainability can drive value, leaders must navigate these with cross-function expertise. According to an industry expert, Scott Lane , CEO and founder of Speeki , a full-service ESG and sustainability reporting and management partner to large multinationals, fund managers and corporates must bring in cross-function ESG generalists to boards, rather than experts with a narrow expertise in sustainability or diversity.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (August 10-11)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey indicates that clients of financial advisors are more confident than others about their financial preparedness for retirement and are more likely to have a financial plan in place that can weather the ups and downs of the economy (perhaps increasingly relevant given recent market volatility), indicating that advisors have an opportunity to frame the v

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Smarter Card Solutions: Meeting the Challenges of Mid-Market Travel & Expense

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.

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AI prep tops concerns for companies drowning in ‘unstructured data’

CFO Dive

Many companies are zeroing in on data contained in emails and other “unstructured” formats as they rush to lay the groundwork for AI projects, Komprise found in a study.

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Webinar: Accelerate Your Move To Subscription Models with Bramasol’s Package Solution for Public Cloud

Bramasol

Bramasol brings you a packaged solution that can get your subscription business up and running in 3 months on SAP Cloud Public Edition. Learn about a powerful solution that enables you to manage a variety of subscription models including tiered pricing, consumption or bundles on an integrated platform including core finance, ERP and revenue recognition.

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Fulfilling CFOs' future roles

Future CFO

As the business world veer towards constant changes--be it on technological advancements, regulations and policies, or sustainability standards and initiatives, it is imperative that Finance leaders know their way. The Finance function undoubtedly undergoes several transformation to keep up with the pace and changes, and chief financial officers are now faced with the inevitable task of fulfilling roles within their organisations that they may not have signed up for initially.

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MiB: Meir Statman on the Intersection of Finance & Life

Barry Ritholtz

This week, we speak with Meir Statman , the Glenn Klimek Professor of Finance at Santa Clara University. Named one of the 25 most influential people by Investment Advisor, his breakthrough book, “ What Investors Really Want , ” changed how we view investor motivations. Statman is a member of the advisory board of the Journal of Portfolio Management, the Journal of Wealth Management, the Journal of Retirement, the Journal of Investment Consulting and the Journal of Behavioral and Exp

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Bringing AI to Finance: How to Leverage Technology for Efficiency and Control

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.

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CFOs must act as data, decision-making center: Pigment

CFO Dive

CFOs need access to a wide range of data to ensure they can react speedily to market challenges, Pigment CEO Eleonore Crespo says.

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3 Ways to Use Financial Reporting Services to Become More Profitable

Driven Insights

How long has it been since you last went on a road trip, or even to a new destination, and didnt have an app on your phone (eg: Google Maps) to guide you, step-by-step, towards your goal? Five years? A decade? Maybe even longer. GPS and map apps have become an integral part of our daily lives. They help guide us on the most direct route to our destination, avoid traffic, foresee problems and adjust our paths accordingly.

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Let’s look at the two TIPS maturing in January 2025

Tips Watch

Are they a steal? Not really. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Recently, I have been getting questions and comments about the two Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities maturing on January 15, 2025.

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India's aircraft MRO industry to double from $2 bn to $4 bn in next 7 years: Minister

CFO News

The recent order by domestic airlines for over 1,100 aircraft is expected to double the size of India's MRO aviation business from $2 billion to $4 billion over the next seven years, Union Minister for Civil Aviation Rammohan Naidu informed Lok Sabha.

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Say ‘Goodbye’ to Clunky Spreadsheets and Say ‘Hello’ to Month-End Automation

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.

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KPMG aims to bolster tech consulting position in Rhino.AI deal

CFO Dive

The combination will help companies modernize their legacy IT systems with “faster time to value” and lower costs, according to Rhino.AI.

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Balancing Risks and Returns in Investment Strategies: A Detailed Guide for CFOs in Africa

CFO Talks

Balancing Risks and Returns in Investment Strategies: A Detailed Guide for CFOs in Africa For CFOs operating within the diverse economic landscapes of Africa, making informed investment decisions is crucial. This guide offers a straightforward approach to balancing potential gains with risks, ensuring financial stability and growth for your organization.

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The Future of Business Accounting

CFO Plans

In the rapidly evolving landscape of business accounting, staying ahead requires more than traditional bookkeeping. Modern businesses need comprehensive financial strategies that ensure compliance, drive growth, and improve efficiency. Discover how CFO Plans can transform your financial management and set your business on the path to success. Outsourced CFO Services Revolutionize Financial Management Outsourced CFO services have revolutionized financial management for businesses of all sizes.

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Public-private sector interventions to help India reach $1 trillion in merchandise exports

CFO News

As India strives to achieve $1 trillion in merchandise exports by FY30, the role of public and private sector interventions becomes crucial towards creating a robust export ecosystem, a new report said on Friday.

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

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.