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3 CFOs gauge rate cut’s impact

CFO Dive

The Fed’s rate cut has handed floating-rate debt borrowers an immediate tailwind but CFOs are still grappling with new strategies that the move could elevate.

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Just do it! Brand Name Lessons from Nike'sTroubles!

Musings on Markets

I have spent the last week reading " Shoe Dog ", Phil Knight's memoir of how a runner on the Oregon University track team built one of the great shoe companies in the world, in Nike. In addition to its entertainment value, and it is a fun book to read, I read it for two storylines. The first is the time, effort and grit that it took to build a business, in a world where risk capital was more difficult to access than it has been in this century, and in a business where scaling up posed significan

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Fed’s Cook says ‘impressive’ AI innovation has yet to lift productivity

CFO Dive

Cook highlighted the long-term potential of artificial intelligence to spur economic growth, lift wages and ease price pressures.

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The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership Development

CFO Talks

The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership Development As a CFO, your role extends beyond managing finances; you are a key leader within your organisation. Leadership isn’t just about guiding your team or making strategic decisions; it’s also about understanding yourself. One of the most crucial, yet often overlooked, skills in leadership development is self-awareness.

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Live Demo - Supercharge your Month End Close

Automation generally supercharges any process and brings its value to the forefront. See how infusing automation such as ART (our month-end close solution), into your close can get you to the next level of closing. We will share a live demo of SkyStem's solution, ART and share the key elements of month-end close automation. Through ART, we'll take a look at: What month-end close automation entails Which process steps can and should be automated Benefits of achieving process automation, and Why i

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Workday takes on Microsoft in race to transform corporate finance

CFO Dive

The recent introduction of Workday Assistant, an AI companion, follows the release of Microsoft’s Copilot for Finance earlier this year.

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Companies struggle to stay afloat in sea of tech innovations

CFO Dive

More than half of organizations often feel like they don't have the budget to keep pace with tech advancements, KPMG found.

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Modern Nonprofit Podcast: Vision-Directed Strategic Planning

The Charity CFO

Welcome to another Modern Nonprofit Podcast , with our host as always Tosha Anderson! Today we welcome Jennifer Drago, the founder of Peak to Profit , where she serves as a strategy consultant. Jennifer is at the top of her game, helping healthcare, senior living, and nonprofit organizations implement vision and data-driven strategies to assist with their growth.

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2025 financial conference roundup

CFO Dive

As CFOs prepare for new challenges in 2025, connecting with like-minded executives at upcoming financial conferences can help them to craft effective strategies.

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Disciplinary actions are not excessive; audit firms must improve processes and resources: NFRA Chief Ajay Bhushan Pandey

CFO News

On October 1, marking the sixth anniversary of the NFRA, Chairman Ajay Bhushan Pandey spoke exclusively with ETCFO, addressing how India's auditing standards meet global requirements, investor protection, claims of pressure on auditors, debarment orders, and the organisation’s ongoing commitment to audit quality and compliance.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Zoom picks Microsoft vet for CFO

CFO Dive

Michelle Chang will take the video conference provider’s financial reins as the company pushes to advance its AI-first work platform.

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AI is Revolutionizing Business Operations, and Finance Is No Exception

CFO News

The CFO roundtable, “Hopping on the AI Express,” organized by ETCFO and Oracle NetSuite, featured industry leaders discussing AI’s transformative impact on finance efficiency, decision-making, and risk management for growing businesses.

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Huawei CFO takes second stint as chair amid reported ByteDance team-up

CFO Dive

The long-time CFO will step in to lead Huawei’s board as the telecom firm looks to supplant Nvidia as the premier AI chip provider in China.

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Celebrating the trailblazing women-led startups from this year’s WMNfintech cohort

Bank of the West

On September 26, BMO and 1871 gathered with community members, industry experts and startup ecosystem leaders at the fifth annual WMNfintech Showcase to celebrate the five trailblazing women-led startups that… Read more The post Celebrating the trailblazing women-led startups from this year’s WMNfintech cohort appeared first on About BMO.

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: What Really Matters

Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. If you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner—and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top (a concept first popularized by Marshall Goldsmith in his book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There ). What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level.

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Companies struggle to keep up with rapid pace of AI innovations, cybersecurity challenge

CFO News

A large majority of US respondents are experiencing heightened concerns around market competition (73%), trust in new technologies (70%) and regulatory challenges (69%), surpassing last year's levels, according to a KPMG survey.

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Celebrating Excellence: American Banker names BMO leaders the “Most Powerful Women in Banking”

Bank of the West

This week, American Banker named BMO’s team of women leaders among the 2024 “Most Powerful Women in Banking.” This prestigious recognition highlights their outstanding professional achievements and their significant impact… Read more The post Celebrating Excellence: American Banker names BMO leaders the “Most Powerful Women in Banking” appeared first on About BMO.

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Top 10 Financial Planning Software for 2025

Lime Light

Discover the top 10 financial planning and budgeting software to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and make smarter financial decisions.

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Resilient domestic growth, continued policy support give India Inc a strong credit boost

CFO News

Leading credit ratings agencies on Tuesday highlighted the sustained strengthening of India Inc's credit quality, reflecting resilient domestic growth supported by the government's continued policy support.

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The Hidden Science Behind Why Finance Teams Resist Change—And How to Fix It

Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP

The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.

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Bridging the Gap: Dr. Daan Steenkamp on South Africa’s Underinvestment in Intangible Assets

CFO Talks

This Interview conducted by Leana van der Merwe CBA(SA), CA(SA), a Technical Specialist at the Chartered Institute for Business Accountants (CIBA) and editor of CFO Club, with Dr. Daan Steenkamp, the CEO of Codera Analytics. The primary focus of the discussion revolves around the rising importance of intangible assets in South Africa’s economy, particularly in comparison to more advanced economies.

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Variable Expenses: What are They and Examples

The Finance Weekly

Mastering variable expenses is key to accurate budgeting and strategic cost management. But why is this understanding so vital? In short, having a firm grip on variable expenses directly influences your financial outcomes and overall organizational health. Differentiating Between Variable, Fixed, and Semi-Variable Costs Every business has a cost structure made up of fixed, variable, and semi-variable expenses.

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A Look Back at the International CFO Summit 2024

CFO Talks

A Look Back at the International CFO Summit 2024 The International CFO Summit 2024, held in the enchanting city of Verona, Italy, was an inspiring gathering of global financial leaders. Hosted by ANDAF (Associazione Nazionale Direttori Amministrativi e Finanziari) as part of their XLVI National Congress, the summit provided a unique opportunity for CFOs to come together and explore the future of financial leadership.

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Top 10 Financial Planning and Budgeting Software in 2024

Lime Light

Discover the top 10 financial planning and budgeting software in 2024 to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and make smarter financial decisions.

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Doing More With Less: The Modern Finance Miracle

Speaker: Mark Gilham, FCCA, CPP

Finance used to be the function that counted, now it's the one that’s counted on. 📊 For accounting firms, controllers, and finance leaders, expectations are rising faster than headcount. Businesses want agile forecasts, granular analysis, seamless reporting, and smart automation—often without added resources while demanding uncompromised accuracy and compliance.

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GST collections grow 9.5% YoY for September at Rs 1.73 Lakh Cr

CFO News

GST Collections for the month of September grew 9.5% year-on-year at Rs 1.73 Lakh Crore while it witnessed a dip compared to Rs 1.74 Lakh Crore in August 2024. Maharashtra recorded the highest GST collections, registering a collection of Rs 26,369 crore, a 5% increase compared to September 2023.

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NCLT president seeks more manpower to speed up bankruptcy cases

CFO News

Amid delays in case admissions under the insolvency law, NCLT President emphasised the need for more manpower. Financial institutions file voluminous documents, complicating legal interpretation. There is a need for reforms and quicker admissions to strengthen India's insolvency and bankruptcy system and support economic growth.

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Big IT expects growth momentum to continue in September quarter

CFO News

India’s software service providers will report their July-September quarter results in the coming week, and analysts expect them to be better than the first quarter on the back of deal revival and an improvement in business sentiment in North America.

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Away from spotlight, healthcare throws big lifeline to IT sector

CFO News

India's IT companies have found a resilient growth engine in healthcare. This contrasts with the sluggish performance of financial services, retail, and hi-tech, which have faced headwinds for nearly two years.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.