Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Welcome to the September 2024 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors! This month's edition kicks off with the news that Fidelity has announced a new bundled technology offering for advisors, including its own Wealthscape brokerage and eMoney financial planning software, alongside Advyzon's portfolio management and p

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Barry Ritholtz

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

My end-of-Summer morning round up: • Do you spend money more like a millennial or a boomer? Take this quiz to find out. Are you pouring money into day care, car loans or a luxury vacation? Your spending says a lot about your income bracket and whether you have kids. But there are also generational influences — and a growing gap between how older and younger generations spend money. ( Washington Post ) • How America Can Break Its Highway Addiction : In the 1980s, an unlikely alliance slowed the c

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Lime Light

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

The Best Financial Analytics Software in 2024 and How to Choose the Right Fit for You Are outdated financial tools holding your business back? Many businesses find themselves grappling with slow, error-prone financial processes that hinder growth and decision-making.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

The proposed revisions, which would apply to auditors of listed firms, have sparked apprehension within the ICAI about the potential concentration of audit work among large firms, potentially sidelining smaller and mid-sized practitioners.

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Speaker: Indy Chakrabarti, Chief Marketing Officer at HighRadius

4 Case Studies to Optimize DSO 26 Days Sales Outstanding. Already better than most. But, should you improve on that? Why would 3 fewer days even matter? It matters because it fundamentally transforms business outcomes. Join this webinar to explore 4 things companies do to reclaim hard dollars - not just soft costs - and go from good to great! What You'll Learn 6 operational KPIs every AR manager should track: Define and track these metrics to enhance performance, drive efficiency, and make infor

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

The convergence of AI and ERP offers the potential to overcome traditional barriers to efficiency and accuracy in financial management, enabling Asian companies to compete more effectively on a global scale. AI-powered ERP systems can help address regional challenges such as complex regulatory environments, diverse currencies, and rapidly changing market conditions by providing more agile and responsive financial tools.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

White-collar hiring in India experienced a slight decline in August 2024 compared to the same month in 2023, with a 3% drop in the Naukri JobSpeak Index. Key sectors like AI-ML, FMCG, and Pharmaceuticals displayed growth. Entry-level job opportunities decreased by 7%, while demand for professionals with over 16 years of experience grew by 11%.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

India's GST revenue for August 2024 marked a yearly growth of 10%, despite a month-on-month decline from July. Experts highlight the overall growth in tax revenue and an increase in GST refunds affecting net collections. The positive trend in gross GST collections reflects a robust economy and ongoing tax reforms supporting businesses.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

The Goods & Services Tax (GST) authorities have recently issued these notices concerning the transfer of leasehold land. The crux of the issue lies in whether the transfer of leasehold land constitutes a sale of land or a service.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Media mogul Subhash Chandra has made serious allegations against SEBI chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch of corruption and malpractices. In a recent press conference held earlier this evening, Chandra had made certain revelations about SEBI chairperson's practices.

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Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Imagine being a financial leader who not only ensures the books are balanced but also shapes the future of your organization. 🤔 ✨ This session will take you beyond the routine reporting and into the realm of strategic financial leadership. We’ll explore how today’s finance professionals can juggle the day-to-day operations while also delivering the long term vision that drives growth.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das stated that India's growth story remains strong despite a slight dip in GDP due to reduced government spending during the election season. He expressed confidence in achieving a 7.2 per cent growth projection for this fiscal year, driven by promising performance in various sectors.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Capital markets regulator Sebi has put on hold the proposed Rs 4,000-crore initial public offering (IPO) of JSW Cement. Without specifying reasons, Sebi stated that the "issuance of observations (has been) kept in abeyance," according to an update on its website on Monday.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

India's Adani Green Energy has approved a $444 million investment deal with TotalEnergies to form a new joint venture. Adani and TotalEnergies will each own a 50% stake, focusing on a 1,150 megawatt portfolio of solar assets. Shares of Adani Green surged 5.9% on Monday.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Danske Bank has appointed Cecile Hillary as the new Chief Financial Officer. Hillary, currently serving as Group Treasurer at Lloyds Banking Group in the UK, will join Danske Bank's Executive Leadership Team by March 1, 2025, at the latest.

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By ditching paper and manual checklists, UNIFY embraced ART’s cloud-based solution for seamless automation. The robust dashboards, exception reports, and completion date reports allowed the team to easily track progress and resolve bottlenecks. ART’s flexible access for auditors ensured tight deadlines were met effortlessly. With competitive pricing and a rapid setup, ART cut costs and minimized disruptions, enabling UNIFY’s team to concentrate on high-impact tasks.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Global industry leaders suggest that artificial intelligence could significantly uplift the global economy, countering challenges like deglobalisation and geopolitics. They see technology leading to increased productivity and reduced costs. The US election's outcome also holds potential impacts on the global markets and trade flows.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Capital markets regulator Sebi has put on hold the proposed Rs 4,000-crore initial public offering (IPO) of JSW Cement. Without specifying reasons, Sebi stated that the "issuance of observations (has been) kept in abeyance," according to an update on its website on Monday.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Indian Institute of Insolvency Professionals of ICAI (IIIPI) has suggested various measures that can help in faster insolvency resolution.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

A filing made on one exchange will automatically collate on the other exchange.

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Speaker: Brad Pinneke, VP of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

Join Brad Pinneke, Vice President of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms for an informational webinar about how to select the ideal payments provider for your platform! This session highlights the 7 key criteria for assessing payments partners and maximizing the value of your investment. From evaluating technology and business development programs to understanding support and compliance, this webinar will equip you with a comprehensive evaluation framework and strategy for

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