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How Finance Drives Culture & Growth | Matt Collis, CFO, PairSoft

CFO Thought Leader

Inside The Mentoring Round , PairSoft CFO Matt Collis shares his leadership philosophy on transparency, communication, and cultural alignment. He believes employees want to add value but need clarity on expectations to stay engaged. Collis relies on finance as a cross-functional connector , ensuring teams understand why financial decisions are made.

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Clorox treasurer tapped as next finance chief

CFO Dive

Clorox’s treasurer will take the financial reins as the company recasts its strategy after recovering from a 2023 cyberattack that hurt 2024 net sales and cost it $49 million.

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Crafting Strategic Visions with Roger Castle

CFO Talks

Crafting Strategic Visions with Roger Castle In the latest CFO Club podcast, Leana van der Merwe sat down with Roger Castle, an accomplished CFO and finance expert with decades of experience across industries such as cloud management, online advertising, financial services, and telecommunications. Their conversation was a masterclass in crafting effective business strategies, engaging stakeholders, and aligning teams to achieve ambitious growth targets.

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DNA Avatar Revolution: Holiverse Pioneers Personalized Metaverses — An Interview with Dmitrii Chebanov, PhD

Financial Analyst Insider

Imagine a future where you have full control over your health and well-beingboth in the physical and digital worldsthrough a DNA-based avatar. This is precisely The post DNA Avatar Revolution: Holiverse Pioneers Personalized Metaverses An Interview with Dmitrii Chebanov, PhD appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.

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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.

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Economic Survey 2025: Key highlights and recommendations by CEA

CFO News

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Economic Survey 2024-25 today. The Economic Survey, prepared by the Chief Economic Adviser (CEA), offers an official evaluation of the country's economic performance for the current financial year while outlining the key challenges facing the nation. ETCFO brings you the essential highlights of the Economic Survey.

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Bajaj Finserv Appoints Ramandeep Singh Sahni as CFO

CFO News

Sreenivasan, currently serving as CFO, will step down at the end of January but will remain with the company as President Insurance and Special Projects.

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Creating business value with AI

Future CFO

Gartner 's Chris Howard , global chief of research, and Rita Sallam , VP analyst, discuss how organisations can create measurable value with AI in 2025. In this talk, Howard and Sallam explore how organisations can align investments with business priorities, manage productivity challenges and balance risk with ambition in todays AI environment. First published on Youtube.

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PM Internship Scheme: PERSOLKELLY CFO recommends simplified process, expanded eligibility, and corporate incentives in Budget 2025

CFO News

As India gears up for the Union Budget 2025, one key question looms: How can the Prime Ministers Internship Scheme (PMIS) be made more effective? Sanjeev Jha, CFO of PERSOLKELLY India, suggests crucial reforms, including simplifying the application process, expanding eligibility, and boosting financial support to maximise impact.

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Trump’s softer-touch SEC may ease CFO regulatory burden

CFO Dive

By slimming the SEC’s budget, headcount and regulatory scope, a new agency chief would fall in step with Trump’s cost-cutting and efficiency campaign.

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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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Innovation, inclusion, investment: PM Modi outlines roadmap for Union Budget 2025

CFO News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls on citizens to help achieve Viksit Bharat by 2047, highlighting India's innovation, inclusivity, and investment. The upcoming budget aims to boost the economy and address growth challenges, with key legislative amendments to be considered in the session.

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What is Economic Survey? What to expect from the 2024-25 Survey?

CFO News

The Union Government will present the Annual Economic Survey 2024-25, a detailed analysis of India's economy, with a primary focus on deregulation to boost job creation and female workforce participation. The Economic Survey will also review inflation, growth projections, and government's fiscal strategy.

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Ahead of Budget, Finance Minister Sitharaman to table Economic Survey in Parliament on Friday

CFO News

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Economic Survey 2024-25, detailing the current economic performance and challenges. It sets the stage for the upcoming Union Budget which aims for tax reforms, infrastructure improvements, and increased allocations for rural development and education. The Budget Session begins with President Murmu's address.

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Budget 2025: CFOs call for focus on infrastructure, innovation, and sustainability to achieve Viksit Bharat vision

CFO News

With the Union Budget 2025 set to be presented on February 1, the key question remains: what will Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prioritize to ensure Indias path to a Viksit Bharat by 2047? CFOs from various sectors are looking for a focus on infrastructure, innovation, sustainability, and human capital to drive long-term economic growth.

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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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Economic Survey likely to project 6.3-6.8% GDP growth in FY26

CFO News

The Economic Survey 2024-25 is expected to project Indias GDP growth at 6.3-6.8% for the next fiscal year. Authored by Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageshwaran and his team, it will be tabled in Parliament today.

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"India to become third biggest economy in world": President Droupadi Murmu to Parliament as budget session gets underway

CFO News

India Economy: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday stated that with the efforts of my government India is going to become the third biggest economy in the world.

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Apple profit climbs but sales miss expectations

CFO News

Apple on Thursday reported its revenue was a whopping $124.3 billion in the year-end holiday quarter, but sales growth fell shy of market expectations as the iPhone faces stiff competition, particularly in China. Revenue growth was powered by Apple's service and digital content unit, with iPhone sales slipping in markets like mainland China where they tallied $18.5 billion.

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India Inc feels need to relook choices on AI, hiring, sustainability

CFO News

Companies face tough choices due to recent geo-political and technological shifts. With changes in climate policies, the rise of AI, shifting diversity agendas, and the AI boom, businesses must rethink their strategies in sustainability, AI investments, diversity recruitment, and workforce management. Board decisions, management skills, and agility of the organization will shape their outcomes.

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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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Budget 2025: Consolidating taxes, it's a big deal

CFO News

There is a buzz that tax slabs and rates may be tweaked for individuals to give relief to the middle class. This would be the right step. Corporate tax rates are unlikely to be tinkered with. But there is a need for impetus to corporate growth, including ease in tax compliance.

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Government unveils Rs 100 crore credit guarantee scheme to strengthen MSME manufacturing sector

CFO News

The government approved a Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme to enhance credit availability for micro, small, and medium manufacturing sectors, under the Make in India initiative. The scheme provides 60% guarantee coverage for loans up to Rs 100 crore, aiding MSMEs in financing equipment and machinery purchases.

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Union Budget: ICAI expects rationalisation of taxation for startups

CFO News

"Aligning tax provisions with global benchmarks and supporting innovation will accelerate India's journey to becoming a global economic leader," ICAI said in a release.

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Whirlpool Corporation plans to reduce holding in Indian arm to 20% by mid to late 2025

CFO News

Whirlpool Corporation plans to reduce its stake in Whirlpool of India from 51% to around 20% by mid-to-late 2025 through market sales. The company aims to grant more autonomy to its Indian arm while maintaining brand and technology agreements. Whirlpool India will remain a key part of its portfolio, focusing on growth and long-term value for shareholders.

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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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Budget 2025: Semiconductor & electronics sector calls for PLI expansion, R&D investment and skilled workforce

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The semiconductor and electronics sector is set for a transformative shift with expectations high for Union Budget 2025. As India aims to solidify its position as a global hub for semiconductor manufacturing, industry leaders are urging the government to focus on expanding PLI, enhancing domestic manufacturing capabilities, expanding R&D funding, and developing a skilled workforce.

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Hindustan Unilever seeks CCI clearance to acquire Minimalist

CFO News

Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) seeks clearance from the Competition Commission of India to acquire a 90.5% stake in Minimalist's parent company, Uprising Science Pvt Ltd, with eventual full acquisition. The deal is valued at Rs 2,670 crore initially, aiming for synergies in beauty and personal care product markets.

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Fueling growth for new-age startups with fast and flexible capital solutions

CFO News

With the massive Ecom and Quick-com boom, there is a high need of working capital. As a lot of these companies have started in the last few years, they are often unable to fit lending norms of banks such as profitable financials for the previous 2-3years.

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Small cos recorded 10% jobs growth in 2023-24

CFO News

India's small enterprises saw a 10% rise in employment, reaching 120.6 million in 2023-24. The number of establishments increased by 12.7% to 73.4 million, with Uttar Pradesh leading unincorporated establishments. The gross value added grew by 16.5% to 18 lakh crore, with significant contributions from Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat.

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Cash Flow Secrets Every Upskilled CPA Should Know

Speaker: Debra L. Robinson

CPAs know the drill: taxes, compliance, rinse, repeat. But what about the sneaky cash flow that’s quietly messing with your organization’s success? It’s time to step into the spotlight and expose the “dirty little secrets” of cash flow to fuel strategic growth. By upskilling your accounting practices and shifting focus from tax compliance to the strategic movement of money, you can transform your role from reactive accountant to proactive financial strategist.