Wed.May 07, 2025

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Profit Leaks and Panic Fixes: How Smart CFOs Solve Problems with Precision

CFO Talks

Profit Leaks and Panic Fixes: How Smart CFOs Solve Problems with Precision In the world of financial management, being a CFO means far more than just numbers on a spreadsheet. You are the strategist who ensures your company stays resilient, profitable, and compliant even when everything else is uncertain. But navigating complex financial problems isnt just about being good with numbers; its about using those numbers to make smart, impactful decisions.

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CFOs signal bigger hiring role amid talent shortage, Deloitte finds

CFO Dive

Finance chiefs are increasingly involved in staffing their departments — effectively acting as the chief human resources officer for finance, the Big Four accounting and consulting firm asserts.

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6 Discovery Meeting Questions To Find Clients’ (Real) “Why” And Set Goals That (Actually) Resonate

Nerd's Eye View

For many financial advisors, an early planning conversation often includes asking clients to identify financial goals. But when clients are still emotionally weighed down by an immediate pain point – the source of their stress or uncertainty that led them to seek out their advisor in the first place – their ability to articulate meaningful long-term goals may be limited.

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Nearly half of C-suite execs weigh team budget cuts: Gartner

CFO Dive

Macroeconomic uncertainty is also driving some executives to consider altering go-to-market, product and geographic mix strategies, a Gartner poll found.

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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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Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management: Value Creation Levers for Operating Partners

E78 Partners

When traditional levers like financial engineering are exhausted, Operating Partners are reevaluating how value is createdand where its overlooked. One of the most underutilized yet high-impact tools? Strategic sourcing and vendor management. In 2025, this discipline has become a core component of the PE operating modelone that drives EBITDA gains, strengthens cash flow, and enhances exit readiness across the portfolio.

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At the Money: How to Change Careers 

Barry Ritholtz

ATM: How to Change Careers Dr. Bill Bernstein (May 7, 2025) How often have you thought about making major change in your career? Full transcript below. ~~~ About this weeks guest: Dr. William Bernstein is the author of numerous books, including mostr recently, “ The Delusions Of Crowds: Why People Go Mad in Groups. His firm, Efficient Frontier Advisors manages $400 million in client assets ($25m minimum).

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Fed warns of rising inflation, unemployment risks; holds rates steady

CFO Dive

“Uncertainty about the economic impact has increased further,” policymakers said in a statement after a two-day meeting.

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Member Profile: Sharon Naidoo

CFO Talks

Member Profile: Sharon Naidoo In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we feature Sharon Naidoo, a dynamic finance leader and Chief Financial Officer with a track record that spans Africa, the UK, and global operations. A Chartered Accountant (South Africa) with an MComm in Finance, Sharon has led major transformation projects across multinationals like Kelloggs, AstraZeneca, and Eli Lilly.

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SAT rejects Gensol plea to stay SEBI order

CFO News

The Securities Appellate Tribunal on Wednesday rejected an appeal by Gensol Engineering Ltd to stay a SEBI interim order barring it and its promoters Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi over the issue of fund diversion and governance concerns.

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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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Corporate Treasurers: Building readiness for ongoing changes

Future CFO

Challenges continue to arise amid digital transformation and continuing shifts in the market. The integration of AI into the Finance function undeniably has the potential to reshape operational frameworks and decision-making processes. In fact, current industry research suggests that AI technologies are gaining traction among finance professionals navigating a complex landscape marked by rapid change.

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India heading to become 3rd largest economy, Pakistan on brink of collapse

CFO News

While Pakistan has threatened to respond forcefully to India's attack on terrorist infrastructure in the neighbouring country, the stark economic contrast between the two countries also bears testimony to the disparate paths that the two neighbours have been pursuing since they became independent from British rule.

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A Sea Of Uncertainty

Global Finance

The drive to globalize that began in the years after World War II has reached an inflection point. President Trumps Liberation Day tariff plans have triggered a chain reaction that will have enduring repercussions for international trade and the movement of capital. While unprecedented in their scaleand currently on pauseTrumps actions did not come out of nowhere.

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India's co-working office supply to increase at CAGR of 21-22% during FY25-27: ICRA

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India's co-working or flexible office or supply will increase at a significant Compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21-22 per cent during Financial Year (FY) 2025 FY27 and reach 125 million square feet (msf) by March 2027 for the top six cities, according to a report by ICRA

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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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Anti-Bribery Backpedal

Global Finance

When President Donald Trump rolled back the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) just three weeks after his inauguration, decades of anti-bribery enforcement seemingly came to a halt. However, it quickly became apparent that government prosecutors were retreating only from some high-profile cases while doubling down on others. Companies and their executives, both in the US and elsewhere, are now left to navigate a murky new landscape: one where political motivation may be just as influential as

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Coal India Q4 Results: Profit rises 12% YoY to Rs 9,593 crore; Co declares Rs 5.15 per share as final dividend for FY25

CFO News

Coal India Q4 Results: State-owned Coal India on Wednesday reported 12% growth in its consolidated net profit at Rs 9,593 crore in the fourth quarter, compared with Rs 8,530 crore in the last year quarter.

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Dabur Q4 Results: Cons PAT falls 8% YoY to Rs 320 crore. Rs 5.25 per share dividend announced

CFO News

Dabur Q4 Results: FMCG major Dabur on Wednesday reported an 8% decline in its consolidated net profit of Rs 320 crore in Q4FY25 versus Rs 350 crore reported in the year ago period.

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Cabinet Approves ₹60000 cr national scheme for ITI upgradation and skilling centers of excellence

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The funding includes contributions of 30,000 crore from the Centre, 20,000 crore from States, and 10,000 crore from industry, with 50% of the Centres share co-financed by the Asian Development Bank and the World Bank.

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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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Not as simple as ABC, but miss IBC deadlines and liquidation looms

CFO News

The Supreme Court's decision in the JSW Steel-Bhushan Power & Steel case brings attention to the delayed insolvency resolutions. Experts warn many companies may face liquidation. The court reaffirmed the 330-day deadline for resolution. Data shows many cases exceed this limit. Experts suggest quicker decisions are needed. Some believe auctioning assets upfront might be more efficient than prolonged CIRP processes.

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'Consumers spend more on durables, FMCG in FY25'

CFO News

Indian consumers significantly increased spending on consumer durables and FMCG in FY25, driven by rising incomes and home ownership. Multi-brand outlets rebounded strongly, while quick commerce experienced a surge due to hyper-localisation. North India led cash-led consumption, supported by a robust cash infrastructure with increased currency circulation and ATM usage.

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Vodafone CFO Luka Mucic to step down in surprise move

CFO News

Vodafone's finance chief, Luka Mucic, will resign within three years, a surprising move amidst efforts to revitalize the company's performance in Germany. Shares dipped following the announcement, as Mucic departs to become CEO of Vonovia SE. The company faces challenges from the end of pay-TV contracts and is actively searching for a successor, with annual results due on May 20.

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DoorDash is on a $5 billion buying spree after earnings beat

CFO News

In a bold global expansion move, DoorDash announced $5.1 billion in acquisitionsUK-based Deliveroo and tech firm SevenRoomswhile posting strong Q1 order growth. The deals aim to boost international reach, diversify services, and enhance merchant tools, though investor concerns led to a stock drop.

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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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India emerges as $24 billion opportunity in global climate adaptation and resilience market

CFO News

Amid a projected global surge in demand for climate adaptation and resilience solutions -- estimated to reach between $0.5 and $1.3 trillion by 2030 -- India has emerged as a standout market, offering a $24 billion investment opportunity, a new report said on Wednesday.

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Reliance Power raises Rs 348 cr via preferential issue of shares

CFO News

The 10.55 crore fully paid-up equity shares have been issued at a price of Rs 33 per share (including a premium of Rs 23 per share) aggregating to Rs 348.15 crore, it said.

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Raghavendra Kollipara appointed financial controller of NHCC & HICC

CFO News

Kollipara will be responsible for overseeing financial planning, risk management, budgeting, and compliance to drive operational excellence and sustainable growth of Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre & Hyderabad International Convention Centre.

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27 airports in north, west & central India closed till May 10; 430 flights cancelled

CFO News

Today Cancelled Flights News: Due to airport closures across northern, western, and central India, commercial flight operations were suspended until Saturday, May 10th, leading to significant air traffic disruption. Indian carriers canceled 430 flights, while Pakistani airlines canceled over 147. Many airlines rerouted flights to avoid the sensitive zone, with foreign carriers opting for safer routes.

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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.