Focus CFO

JUNE 28, 2023

Businesses that have an embedded in-house Chief Financial Officer understand the pivotal role the CFO plays in proactively preparing the business for, and guiding it through, economic and market storms. While we are now mostly through that storm, new economic storm clouds are on the horizon. But that relief will be temporary.

Economics 52

Economics CFO Forecasting Communication 52

CFO Strategic Partners

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

This survey was answered by people from a wide range of industries including construction, professional services, healthcare, nonprofit, manufacturing and more. Twenty percent are choosing to use an annual model, while a small percentage of respondents has no formal budget or forecast. See below for a full breakdown of our results.

Economics 52

Economics Budgeting CFO Forecasting 52

E78 Partners

MARCH 28, 2025

Growth, Operational Efficiency and Margin Improvement: The Profitability Triad In 2025, with economic slowdowns tightening growth, private equity sponsors face extended holding periodsaveraging 6.7 Add-on acquisitions provide a fast track to scale, especially in sectors like healthcare, technology, and professional services.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) 59

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Prioritization Leadership Investments 59

CFO News Room

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

The additional credit limit of Rs 50,000 crore of the stepped-up Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS), however, has to be used to bolster healthcare infrastructure by lending only to hospitality and related enterprises, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman declared. Against the current limit of Rs 4.5

Budgeting 130

Budgeting B2C Healthcare Economics 130

Future CFO

AUGUST 4, 2021

The economic rebound, fuelled in large part by China (A1 stable), masks a range of output losses across the region, the credit rating agency noted. However, more than 40% of the region's economies will have output losses exceeding 8% of pre-pandemic GDP forecast levels, according to Moody’s.

Economics 40

Economics Forecasting Concentration Healthcare 40

Collectiv

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Data governance also played a major role in how Collective Healthcare Solutions (CollectiveHCS) is disrupting the healthcare industry. Creating financial forecasts and models for each development project with its former financial planning and analysis solution involved tons of manual work. Transforming Communities with Data.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 97

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Healthcare Forecasting Data Analysis 97

PYMNTS

APRIL 21, 2020

It was that shortage of ventilators, hospital beds and other necessary equipment, Karen Webster noted in a conversation with ResMed ’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Carlos Nunez, that ultimately drove the economic shutdown we are all now living through.

Healthcare 60

Healthcare Forecasting Education Manufacturing 60

Global Finance

OCTOBER 10, 2024

in 2023 and is forecast to hit 5.8% Pan has emphasized monetary policy stability amid widespread calls for radical easing, forecasting that inflation will increase to 1% by year end. The Asian Development Bank forecasts GDP growth at 5% for this year, driven by reduced growth in construction and services.

Benchmarking 98

Benchmarking Foreign Exchange Forecasting Economics 98

PYMNTS

JULY 14, 2019

percent, blue-chip firms in the United States are forecasted to have a 2.8 If those forecasts are realized, the two consecutive quarters of shrinking earnings would be considered an “earnings recession,” Financial Times reported. After a contraction in the first quarter of 0.3 percent fall in earnings per share for April to June.

Economics 43

Economics Forecasting Healthcare Banking 43

Future CFO

JULY 5, 2023

According to CMSG’s 1H 2023 analysis and forecasts for the performance of Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong IPO market, the Shanghai Stock Exchange and Shenzhen Stock Exchange will have been the world's largest and 2nd largest listing destinations by funds raised in 1H 2023. Shanghai Stock Exchange is forecast to have had 62 IPOs raising RMB114.4

Marketing 52

Marketing Forecasting Economics Healthcare 52

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The new tax, which will apply to publicly traded companies, was part of the climate, healthcare and tax law called the Inflation Reduction Act, which passed in the summer. Given the excise tax that takes place in ’23, it makes more economic sense to do more in ’22,” Mr. Gasior said on the call. Mastercard declined to comment.

Finance 100

Finance CFO Corporate Finance Healthcare 100

PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The results meet the forecasts of economists polled by The Wall Street Journal. percent from December, and sales at electronics and healthcare stores registered steep drops. economy, which comprises over two-thirds of economic output. percent last month from December, per the Commerce Department. Auto sales rose 0.2

Sales 56

Sales Retail Healthcare Forecasting 56

Future CFO

APRIL 4, 2023

IPO markets in China and Hong Kong are estimated to be more vibrant in the rest of 2023, said Deloitte China's Capital Market Services Group (CMSG) when releasing its Q1 2023 analysis and forecasts. ChiNext is forecast to have 150 to 170 new listings raising about RMB185 billion to RMB210 billion.

Marketing 52

Marketing Forecasting Healthcare Economics 52

PYMNTS

JANUARY 30, 2019

billion versus a forecast of $83.97 billion forecast. Cook pointed to the continuing growth of the Apple Watch as well, and its expanding use as a healthcare management tool, once again noting that it was becoming an “indispensable tool” for users worldwide. It was better than analysts were expecting, though.

Forecasting 61

Forecasting Healthcare Economics Sales 61

PYMNTS

JUNE 19, 2020

was late in adopting 4G and largely missed the economic opportunity that came with it. Last month, PYMTS reported COVID-19 has prompted Ericsson to update its forecast for worldwide 5G subscriptions to 2.8 “Decisive action is needed, uncertainty is not good for business and it could delay the roll-out of the U.K.’s

Healthcare 57

Healthcare Forecasting Communication Economics 57

Future CFO

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The Asia-Pacific region has entered its "golden era" of digital economy, according to a report by the World Economic Forum and The European Sting. billion to develop large language models for healthcare, law and finance. For example, Hong Kong plans to invest $3.8

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Healthcare Technology Finance 52

CFO Thought Leader

MARCH 18, 2024

Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO Aaron Alt highlights Cardinal Health’s ongoing comprehensive review of its business portfolio, involving an assessment of healthcare trends, competitive strengths, and economic forecasts to determine the best ownership of assets.

CFO 40

CFO Healthcare Leadership Forecasting 40

PYMNTS

MAY 15, 2020

A recent economic survey forecasts that 42 percent of layoffs will bring about permanent job losses. In healthcare, he pointed to a shift to telemedicine that won’t reverse. Davis noted that businesses are doing a lot less travel than they were before the pandemic — and they won’t go back to where they were soon.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Forecasting Economics Retail 52

PYMNTS

JUNE 26, 2018

Based on third-party forecasts, Amazon expects online pet product sales to reach $8.2 To end economic euthanasia by helping to ensure pet owners are financially prepared when their pets need unexpected veterinary care.”. Healthcare is one of the most defensive segments of the pet industry. The main goal of such insurance? “To

Healthcare 47

Healthcare Forecasting Retail Sales 47

PYMNTS

JUNE 14, 2018

Areas that was marked as increases included car sales, building supplies, sporting goods, healthcare and clothing. The positive cycle is pulling along merchant sales and stronger economic growth. economic output — the strongest growth period is several years, if it proves out. All in, sales were up.8 Output was up 2.2

Sales 43

Sales Retail Healthcare Economics 43

CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

By Jeff Ryan , MD of AWCape, a Platinum Sage business partner for HR, payroll and financial solutions South Africa’s Budget Speech for 2023 is an eagerly anticipated event for CFOs and financial leaders alike, as it provides insight into the government’s economic priorities and plans for the year ahead.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Profit and Loss Forecasting Economics 52

CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

Moreover, the advent of big data and advanced analytics has armed CFOs with tools to forecast trends, optimize operations, and shape company strategies with unprecedented precision. Risk Management and Mitigation: Understanding and mitigating risks associated with global economic volatility and technological change is critical.

CFO 52

CFO Prioritization Leverage Risk Management 52

Centage

MAY 8, 2023

Susan is a graduate of Bucknell University with a BA degree in Economics and Political Science and Bentley University with an MS in Accountancy and Business Ethics. Susan has worked for organizations focused on healthcare, mental health, special education, human rights, youth development, elder services and social justice.

Nonprofit 98

Nonprofit Budgeting CFO Finance 98

PYMNTS

MAY 8, 2017

billion, or $2,469 per share, down from Reuters’ forecast of $4.37 If driverless cars became pervasive, it would only be because they were safer and that would mean that the overall economic cost of auto-related losses had gone down and that would drive down the premium income of Geico,” Buffet was quoted as saying by NPR.

Profit and Loss 40

Profit and Loss Healthcare Forecasting Economics 40

Future CFO

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Despite a planned spend reduction and a challenging economic environment, consumers say they are still willing to pay more for sustainable product types. However, there still remains an appetite for future spend, with 40% indicating they will look to treat oneself/others, whereas 39% view them as better quality.

Entertainment 52

Entertainment Healthcare Retail Forecasting 52

PYMNTS

MAY 8, 2020

And while the great economic closure is the most obvious and insidious of COVID-19 ’s effects, it is far from the only one. McMillion forecast earlier this week that shoppers wanting to pick up and ask for delivery would “become the new normal.” Even Walmart’s CEO Doug McMillon doubts it.

eCommerce 61

eCommerce Healthcare Transportation Economics 61

CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Track synergy realization monthly, adjusting forecasts and action plans as needed. Consider post-merger compliance obligations, especially if the target operates in a heavily regulated sector such as financial services, healthcare, or telecommunications. Create a synergy tracking system that identifies specific initiatives (e.g.,

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) 52

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Prioritization CFO Leadership 52

PYMNTS

JUNE 14, 2018

Areas that saw marked increases included car sales, building supplies, sporting goods, healthcare and apparel. economic output, according to The Wall Street Journal – the strongest growth period in several years, if it proves out. According to Moody’s forecasts, U.S. 9 percent, beating out the.5 5 percent expected by analysts.

Retail 43

Retail Sales Healthcare Banking 43

PYMNTS

JULY 16, 2018

The concept these researchers were testing in economic parlance is that of sunk cost. It makes it impossible to manage and forecast cash. Knowing that Walmart will save consumers time and money is why consumers shop Walmart and why Walmart invests heavily in features that economize on the consumer’s time and pocketbook.

B2B 43

B2B Banking Investments Securities 43

Barry Ritholtz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

And so, coming out of school, I studied Economics and Spanish Literature, and I applied to a — a program that actually targeted Liberal Arts majors. You have a background, undergraduate, your economics degree from Notre Dame, but you were dual-major Spanish language and Literature degree, how useful was that in Latin America?

Investments 119

Investments Marketing Profit and Loss Banking 119

Barry Ritholtz

MARCH 4, 2025

And in my summer in between I worked for Mayor Daley in Chicago on economic development issues. But there are cities, Miami’s a good example for our healthcare business. Healthcare, higher ed and nonprofit business, again, two very mature businesses. Nashville is, you know, has exploded over the past several years.

Banking 52

Banking Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Marketing Manufacturing 52

Barry Ritholtz

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

There’s also quantitative metrics that we look at Those have evolved, but always within that capa, that cluster of high returns on investment stability across the economic cycle are consistent and strong balance sheets. And big consumer and healthcare. GMO is kind of famous for doing seven year forecasts, right?

Valuation 52

Valuation Investments Finance Math 52

CFO News Room

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

In addition to kickstarting the economy after two years of Covid-induced limbo, it also addresses some of the lingering doubts about India’s readiness and economic resilience in the face of future outbreaks. The author is MD & CEO, Marico.

Budgeting 130

Budgeting Healthcare Manufacturing Economics 130

PYMNTS

APRIL 4, 2020

During what is widely forecast to be an economic catastrophe equivalent to the Great Recession of 2008 or even possibly the Great Depression of the 1930s, it is easy to feel scared, small and deeply uncertain right now. Grocery, restaurant delivery and warehouse workers nationwide have started receiving hazard pay.

Economics 69

Economics Healthcare Transportation Forecasting 69

Future CFO

AUGUST 16, 2023

Bain’s report, Taking the Hyperbole Out of the Metaverse, concludes that the metaverse poses real and growing economic opportunities for businesses. Virtual experiences (forecast by Bain to be about 65% of metaverse projected market size in 2030). Content-creation tools (about 5% of metaverse market size in 2030).

Entertainment 52

Entertainment Healthcare Education Technology 52

PYMNTS

APRIL 29, 2020

A new study reveals that government-imposed shutdowns and social distancing could cut the economic impact of COVID-19 in half. Federal Reserve Board found the economic price of the coronavirus would be worse without social distancing and the lockdown, CNBC reported on Wednesday (April 29). Researchers, using a combination of U.S.

Economics 54

Economics Healthcare Transportation Forecasting 54

Barry Ritholtz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

So you have almost a doubling of the interest coupon paid by some of these businesses against the backdrop of c ovid 19 inflation and some of the economic pressures that come with, with those factors. We are not macro forecasters, but we are macro aware understanding what’s happening in the economy with technicals in the markets.

Investments 52

Investments Banking Economics Marketing 52