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Powell predicts commercial real estate woes will most afflict smaller banks

CFO Dive

The Fed, bankers and commercial real estate executives have warned of turbulence as property owners struggle to refinance debt at higher rates.

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Deriving Options

Corporate Finance

What do olive presses, Las Vegas, and random walks have in common? The Black-Scholes Option Pricing model! A really interesting Veritasium video walks through a brief history of options and the mathematics behind the Black-Scholes model. And while the video does a good job of explaining option basics, it also discusses some of the beauty behind the math.

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Pillar 2 tax heightens CFO need for quality data

CFO Dive

In 2021 more than 130 countries agreed to implement Pillar 2, which seeks to set a global minimum effective tax rate of 15% for certain multinational enterprises.

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The Problem Of High U.S. Equity Valuations And How Advisors Can Factor In Current Evaluations Risks

Nerd's Eye View

Financial advisors often discuss how futile it is to try and predict what will happen in the stock market, and yet the reality is that a core component of creating a financial plan involves making a prediction for how markets will behave, at least in the long run. An assumed rate of return is needed, for example, to illustrate how much a client might need to save for retirement, how much savings they'll have when they do retire, and how long their savings will last after they stop working.

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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GE finance veteran to join United Natural Foods

CFO Dive

The food distributor announced that its sitting CFO will soon leave the company as it struggles with weak sales.

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SEC drops scope 3 from final climate rule

CFO Dive

The agency said scope 3 was removed due to a large number of comments concerning compliance costs, as well as the consistency and reliability of scope 3 data.

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ION LookOut named “Best Solution for Records Retention” at RegTech Insight Awards APAC 2024

Reval

LONDON – 7 March 2024: ION, a leading global provider of mission-critical trading. The post ION LookOut named “Best Solution for Records Retention” at RegTech Insight Awards APAC 2024 appeared first on ION.

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ETCFO Leadership Summit 2024: CFOs resetting the new world order

CFO News

Currently, India Inc's finance honchos are facing several headwinds geopolitical tensions are high, there's a dilemma over private capex, consumption is stagnant and compliance requirements are increasing. The 5th edition of the ETCFO Leadership Summit will expound on how CFOs can reset the new world order and navigate through chaos.

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Nonprofit Accounting Cleanup: How to Deal with a Mess

The Charity CFO

On today’s episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast , our special guest is the one and only Tosha Anderson, our very own founder and CEO. The conversation today has a very simple focus, 5 red flags that your nonprofit accounting needs improvement, even when it may not be recognized. Red Flag #1: Bank Account Reconciliation Whether the business is accrual or cash basis, it does not matter.

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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LexisNexis: APAC financial crime compliance cost in 2023 totals US$45

Future CFO

The cost of financial crime compliance in the Asia-Pacific region in 2023 totaled US$45 billion, according to a study by LexisNexis Risk Solutions. The latest True Cost of Financial Crime Compliance Study – Asia Pacific found that organisations are prioritising cost reduction while ensuring regulatory adherence, as 98% of financial crime compliance cost rose 98% for Asia-Pacific financial institutions.

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IIFL Finance shares rally 9%, reverse 4-session losing streak

CFO News

Shares of IIFL Finance rose 9% after a 4-session decline. Fairfax India provided $200M liquidity support amid RBI's gold loan disbursement embargo. Jefferies downgraded the stock. The RBI found violations in IIFL Finance's gold loan portfolio. The RBI decision came following an inspection of the company by the RBI with regard to its financial position as of March 31, 2023.

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Economic Uncertainty and Your Exit Strategy

Focus CFO

How ITR Economics Can Help You Plan Your Exit Strategy Are you considering selling your business? Maybe you have begun to think about what your exit strategy might look like. There is a lot to consider before you make the big decisions regarding your future.

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RBI’s action not against Paytm; it is against payment bank; we support fintechs: Shaktikanta Das

CFO News

Shaktikanta Das, Governor of RBI, clarifies that the RBI's action is against payment banks, not fintech companies like Paytm. Fintechs are free to grow as long as they are not NBFC lenders. The majority of Paytm users are linked to other banks, so only 15-20% of customers are impacted by RBI's restrictions.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Understanding ACH Transfers: An In-Depth Guide to Electronic Fund Transactions

FISPAN

This comprehensive article explores the intricacies of ACH (Automated Clearing House) transfers, a pivotal facet of electronic funds transactions. Covering types, history, and operational mechanisms of ACH transfers, the piece provides a thorough comparison with alternative payment methods.

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In June, July, RBI could consider the first cut in interest rates: Keki Mistry

CFO News

Keki Mistry believes that if the RBI believes in a reasonable monsoon forecast and if there is an easing of liquidity in India, there could be a first cut in interest rates in June or July. The growth projections are strong, with visible signs of pickup in consumer demand, but rural demand has slowed down.

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European retail brokers plan institutional and listed derivatives expansion in the face of CFD restrictions

Reval

Retail Revolution is free to read. Download your copy now. London – 6. The post European retail brokers plan institutional and listed derivatives expansion in the face of CFD restrictions appeared first on ION.

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Institutional investors may help Bitcoin sustain new heights

CFO News

Since Bitcoin has less than two decades as a financial asset, predicting its price trajectory remains extremely challenging. Just months after retail exuberance helped drive bitcoin to its previous record in November 2021 the cryptocurrency crashed, taking half the crypto industry with it. But more institutions committing long-term money could help the token sustain its high levels this time around, analysts and executives said.

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How Automation is Driving Efficiency Through the Last Mile of Reporting

Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of

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Alan Docherty, Consulting CFO, Joins vcfo Austin Team

VCFO

Alan Docherty joins vcfo as a Consulting CFO, bringing with him more than 35 years of experience. He is a senior finance, IT, and operations executive with significant experience in strategic transformation, corporate finance, and value creation. From the CFO chair, Alan excels in managing company transformations, specifically when it comes to transactional integration, process improvement, corporate development, and ongoing optimization.

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Bengaluru citizens oppose new property tax system

CFO News

In response to these concerns, the Bengaluru NavaNirmana Party (BNP) has gathered objections from over 10,000 citizens and is gearing up to initiate a large-scale protest against the introduction of the new property tax system, mobilising tens of thousands of people. Representatives of the BNP recently met with Tushar Girinath, the Chief Commissioner of BBMP, where they voiced their concerns regarding the proposed property tax system.

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At the Money: Claudia Sahm on How To Defeat Inflation

Barry Ritholtz

At the Money: Knowing When You’ve Whipped Inflation. (March 6, 2024) Investors hate inflation. How can they evaluate what inflation means to the Federal Reserve and possibly future rate cutes? Full transcript below. ~~~ About this week’s guest: Claudi Sahm is a former Federal Reserve economist best known for the rule bearing her name. She runs Sahm Consulting.

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Pending income tax refunds relating to AY 2021-22 would be processed by this date; check email for confirmation

CFO News

Income tax refund: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has said that individuals who are still waiting to get their tax refund for FY 2020-21 (AY 2021-22) may get it by April 30, 2024. If you are eligible for receiving this tax refund a email from the tax department would come intimating the amount of refund. Check your inbox now.

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Accounting Software and ERP Readiness Guide

In this white paper, we explore the factors to consider in deciding whether the time is right for your Company to consider a new ERP or accounting software, the total cost of ownership and plans necessary to make the potential leap to these systems.

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Women Voice Greater Concerns than Men on Cost of Living and Inflation: BMO Survey

Bank of the West

A special report from the BMO Real Financial Progress Index focusing on women and financial confidence found numerous disparities between the sexes, particularly around two key economic indicators: cost of… Read more The post <strong>Women Voice Greater Concerns than Men on Cost of Living and Inflation: BMO Survey</strong> appeared first on About BMO.

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United Spirits gets Rs 4.47 cr tax demand from Maharashtra state authorities

CFO News

​The assessment order dated March 5, 2024, is for FY 2018-19 for CST (Central Sales tax) and MVAT (Maharashtra Value Added Tax), the company said in a regulatory filing. The company said it will be contesting the matter by filing a rectification application or appeal before the higher authorities.

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Telcos come out with tiered tariff plans to increase revenue per user

CFO News

All three telcos have realised that higher-priced post-paid family plans bundling multiple mobile connections, attractive data allowances and OTT streaming app subscriptions (Netflix, Prime, Hotstar) is the ideal way to improve ARPU - a key performance metric - in the immediate absence of headline tariff hikes.

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FMCG companies think small to make it big during polls

CFO News

Consumer goods companies in India are increasing stocks of small packs of biscuits, bhujias, chips, packaged water, and beverages costing ₹5 and ₹10 each by up to 10% across the country, anticipating a short-term spurt in sales during rallies and meetings coinciding with the upcoming general election. Senior executives at several fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies are bullish of robust sales of small packs of such food products till elections.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.