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State AGs threaten financial institutions over ESG, DEI policies

CFO Dive

Bank of America, BlackRock, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and Morgan Stanley were all asked about their plans for implementing hiring or supplier diversity goals.

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Update on SAP AI Initiatives Going into 2025

Bramasol

Throughout 2024, SAP actively continued integrating artificial intelligence (AI) across its entire product suite to enhance business processes and user experiences, which has set the stage for driving tangible impacts for businesses in 2025. Key initiatives discussed in this new Insights post include: System-wide Joule Integration Embedding AI in SAP S/4HANA Cloud AI-Powered Business Transformation Processes Generative AI in Service and Customer-facing Programs System-wide Joule Integration SAP'

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The Importance of Historical Comparisons in Risk Evaluation 

CFO Talks

The Importance of Historical Comparisons in Risk Evaluation Risk evaluation is a critical part of decision-making in business, finance, and daily life. But how can we ensure our assessments are accurate and well-informed? One of the most effective tools is historical comparisonsexamining past data, events, and patterns to better understand current and future risks.

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Data Update 4 for 2025: Interest Rates, Inflation and Central Banks!

Musings on Markets

It was an interesting year for interest rates in the United States, one in which we got more evidence on the limited power that central banks have to alter the trajectory of market interest rates. We started 2024 with the consensus wisdom that rates would drop during the year, driven by expectations of rate cuts from the Fed. The Fed did keep its end of the bargain, cutting the Fed Funds rate three times during the course of 2024 , but the bond markets did not stick with the script, and market i

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Building a Business Case for Finance Automation

Speaker: Danny Gassaway and Wayne Richards

Finance leaders are prioritizing efficiency and digital transformation, yet many hesitate to automate due to uncertainty. Without a clear understanding of its impact, organizations risk falling behind competitors who are leveraging automation to drive productivity and cost savings. Join Wayne Richards and Danny Gassaway from AvidXchange for a practical guide on bringing accounts payable (AP) automation to your organization.

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#FASuccess Ep 422: Developing Your Leadership Skillset On The Path From Intern To President Of A $13B AUM Enterprise, With Kay Lynn Mayhue

Nerd's Eye View

Welcome everyone! Welcome to the 422nd episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Kay Lynn Mayhue. Kay Lynn is the President of Merit Financial Advisors, a hybrid advisory firm based in Alpharetta, Georgia, that oversees approximately $13 billion in assets under management for 26,000 client households. What's unique about Kay Lynn, though, is how she developed her advisory, management, and leadership skills to work her way up from starting as an intern to e

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How to Choose the Right Business Credit Card: 5 Types

Business Credit Blogger

How to Choose the Right Business Credit Card As a business owner, the financial choices you make can have a big impact on your company’s success. Whether you’re managing a startup or overseeing a well-established business, a business credit card can be an essential tool. It can help streamline expenses, build business credit, and even […] The post How to Choose the Right Business Credit Card: 5 Types appeared first on Business Credit.

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10 KPIs for Better Insights into Value Acceleration

Focus CFO

Are you working towards building a sustainable and transferable business that's primed for a successful exit? It's a goal many entrepreneurs share, but how do you ensure you're on the right track? The answer lies in understanding and tracking the right Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

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RBI may begin rate easing cycle with 25 bps cut, add durable liquidity: Morgan Stanley

CFO News

Morgan Stanley on Tuesday said that it expects the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to commence the rate easing cycle with a 25-bps rate cut, reflecting the current domestic growth-inflation dynamics.

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Trump order shifts AI policy away from Biden-era risk focus

CFO Dive

The order calls for federal agencies to nix Biden policies that are deemed a threat to AI innovation.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.

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78 pc employees in India aim for prioritising family: Report

CFO News

A report by Indeed reveals that 78% of Indian employees prioritize family time over career advancement for 2025. They seek less stress and more focus on mental well-being while maintaining well-paid, enjoyable jobs. Confidence in emerging job sectors and advanced technology is high, with a shift towards skills-based recruitment over traditional degrees.

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Nobody Knows Anything, Deep Think Edition

Barry Ritholtz

At the risk of repeating myself ad nauseam , this is as good a time as any to remind ourselves how little we know about the present and how completely unexpected events can be in the future. Our story so far : The technology sector has been booming for well over a decade. Software, mobile, e-tail, big data, LLM, and now AI have all been in growth mode.

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Union Budget: Infra sector calls for raised capex, sops for green projects, tax reforms

CFO News

The industry players in the infrastructure sector -- from construction to real estate, transportation, and urban development -- also emphasised the need for fiscal reforms and policies that would ease the burden on infrastructure projects.

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Nobody Knows Anything, DeepSeek Edition

Barry Ritholtz

At the risk of repeating myself ad nauseam , this is as good a time as any to remind ourselves how little we know about the present and how completely unexpected events can be in the future. Our story so far : The technology sector has been booming for well over a decade. Software, mobile, e-tail, big data, LLM, and now AI have all been in growth mode.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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ITC to invest Rs 1,800cr in Bengal in 2-3 years

CFO News

ITC Ltd, which committed and implemented investments of Rs 7,500 crore in Bengal in the last 7-8 years, has also set up a new entity called ITC Integrated Business Services Ltd, which is based in Kolkata. Chairman Sanjiv Puri told TOI that the new company had been formed to serve as a pan-ITC hub to integrate back-end operations for the entire group.

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36% of Indian enterprises started budgeting for Gen AI: E&Y report

CFO News

A survey conducted by multinational professional services firm Ernst & Young showed that 36 per cent of enterprises in India have budgeted and started investing in GenAI while another 24 per cent are experimenting with it.

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Indian Oil faces decline in Russian oil imports in 2024/25

CFO News

Indian Oil Corp: INDIA-IOC/RUSSIA (PIX)Indian Oil faces decline in Russian oil imports in 2024/25

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Paytm Payments CEO Nakul Jain steps down

CFO News

Paytm: As per the company statement, His resignation takes effect on March 31, 2025, or an earlier mutually agreed date.

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GEP Spend Category Outlook Report 2025

2025 will feel familiar, in some regards. The procurement and supply chain category management landscape will remain turbulent, with geopolitical tensions, worries over fresh tariffs, rising costs, and supply chain disruptions posing significant challenges. But you should also expect some lightning-fast changes in 2025 as artificial intelligence continues to upend the way enterprises and procurement, supply chain, and category management professionals operate.

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ICAI urges Centre to introduce joint tax filing for married couples in Budget 2025

CFO News

Joint Tax Filing For Married Couples: ICAI said that if accepted, this proposal could offer substantial tax relief and encourage equitable taxation for households.

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NSE denies appointment of Siddharth Kotak as its AI Promotion Chairman

CFO News

The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE) on Tuesday refuted claims circulating in media reports, regarding the appointment of Siddharth Kotak as the exchange's AI Promotion Chairman.

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How Budget 2025 can walk the tightrope of India's 'sins'

CFO News

Sin Tax Budget 2025: Indias plan to become a developed nation by 2047 requires a healthy workforce, but over 1% of GDP is lost to cigarette consumption. The government imposes a sin tax on harmful products like tobacco and carbonated drinks. Experts call for higher taxes to curb usage and fund welfare initiatives.