CFO Dive

MARCH 24, 2025

While finance leaders surveyed currently value customer relationship management tools most, they expect buzzy GenAI to enjoy the highest future investment levels.

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Barry Ritholtz

MARCH 24, 2025

Calculation: BEA Table 3.1 Line 20 (Current Expenditures) divided by Table 1.1.5 Line 1 (GDP). Alternatively, Item #2 below divided by GDP. “ If you torture data long enough, it will confess to anything. ” – Ronald Coase Hey, it’s @TBPInvictus. Let’s delve into a case in point of Coase’s theorem: If you wanted to peddle the narrative that government spending is out of control, you might present a chart like the one above, which is an exact replica of a chart t

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CFO Dive

MARCH 24, 2025

Getting the balance between agility and compliance right is crucial for the fintech as it looks to continue its expansion into key markets like the U.S., Revolut CFO Max Lapin said.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

Amid an ongoing debate over whether CMA and CS should be included as accountants in the new Income Tax Bill and allowed to conduct tax audits a role currently reserved for Cas the Lok Sabha's Select Committee has likely tasked EY with reviewing the curriculums of these professional courses. Based on the findings, the committee will likely decide who can conduct tax audits, examining the curricula to assess whether professionals from the other two bodies are qualified for this role.

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Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Sales Engineer Manager

Automating time-consuming manual tasks can save your firm hundreds of hours–and thousands of dollars. But it can also have longer-lasting benefits, like helping you attract and retain the next generation of CPAs, and we don’t need to tell you how important that is amid the current generational staffing crisis in the tax and accounting profession. You'll want to save your seat for this new webinar with industry expert Joe Wroblewski, where we'll explore how to: Maximize ROI with Cost-Effective Te

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CFO Dive

MARCH 24, 2025

Inflation in both goods and services prices accelerated in March to the fastest pace in 23 months, hitting a 31-month high in manufacturing, S&P Global said.

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CFO Dive

MARCH 24, 2025

The finance leader said disruptions in the current environment are in many ways reminiscent of what companies faced during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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CFA Institute

MARCH 24, 2025

Mike Tang, CFA, CPA, is an audit partner at KPMG China specializing in leading capital market engagements. His areas of expertise include initial public offerings (IPO), mergers and acquisitions, financial restructuring, debt financing, spin-off listings, and SPAC. He is a practising CPA with work experience across different cities in the Greater Bay Area (GBA), serving clients in technology, biotech, real estate, and consumer markets.

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CFO Thought Leader

MARCH 24, 2025

Tim Arndt still remembers the urgency in the air when AMB Property Corporation decided to merge with Prologis at the height of the financial crisis. It was, as he describes, a merger of equals, but Arndt tells us that, in the end, it was the legacy management of AMB that would lead the newly formed Prologis. The equal nature of the deal belied a deeper reshuffling of leadership, with AMBs team rising to steer the new entity and subsequently Arndt finding himself on the CFO path.

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CFO Plans

MARCH 24, 2025

In the bustling world of business, time is a precious commodity, and for business owners and CFOs, the need for reliable financial services is non-negotiable. Unfortunately, many have encountered the frustration of dealing with slow or unresponsive financial advisors, resulting in missed deadlines, increased stress, and ultimately, a hindrance to business growth.

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The Finance Weekly

MARCH 24, 2025

Understanding a companys true profitability can be tricky. With so many financial metrics thrown around, its easy to get lost in the numbers. Thats where EBITDA comes in. It is a widely used financial metric that provides insight into a company's operating performance by focusing on earnings derived from core business operations.For business owners, analysts, and investors trying to cut through the accounting noise, it offers a clearer picture.

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Accountancy Today

MARCH 24, 2025

Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team has supported Kids Planet with its latest acquisition of Perfect Start Day Nurseries, a group of eight settings across Surrey, West Sussex and Kent. Kids Planet was founded in 2008 with two settings and has grown significantly over the last 17 years and now operates across over 230 sites. This acquisition represents an extension of Kids Planets ongoing mission to provide the highest standard of early years care and education, supporting children and families acr

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Focus CFO

MARCH 24, 2025

Financial roadblocks in your tech company? Discover how a fractional CFO drove growth with this real-life case study: proven strategies & revenue success.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

By reducing tariffs and non-tariff barriers, Indian exporters could gain better access to the US market. Moreover, increased competition could push domestic industries to become more efficient and innovative.

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Trade Credit & Liquidity Management

MARCH 24, 2025

From a Press Release Dated March 24, 2025, Santa Monica, CA & Jacksonville, FL Dun & Bradstreet (DNB) has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Clearlake Capital Group in a transaction valued at $7.7 billion, including outstanding debt. DNB stockholders will receive $9.15 in cash for each share of common stock they own. The agreement includes a 30-day "go-shop" period where DNB can solicit alternative proposals.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

Ajay Seth, a 1987 batch IAS officer from Karnataka cadre, is appointed as the new Finance Secretary. Currently serving as the Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs, Seth fills the vacancy created by Tuhin Kant Pandey's recent appointment as SEBI chairman. The senior-most secretary in the Union Finance Ministry is customarily designated as the Finance Secretary.

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Barry Ritholtz

MARCH 24, 2025

My back-to-work morning train WFH reads: Investors Who Were All In on U.S. Stocks Are Starting to Look Elsewhere : American exceptionalism was this years big trade. Now some are hedging their bets. ( Wall Street Journal ) Dollar Devaluation and the Antisystem Youth JD Vance’s speech, the Fed meeting, and China : All these developments – the antisystem youth sentiment, the AI disruptions, Trumps Mar-a-Lago accord moves, and attempts at reshoring – tie back to one urgent proble

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

REA India, the parent company of Housing.com & PropTiger.com has appointed Amit Chand as Chief Financial Officer. With over 20 years of experience, Amit will lead key functions like finance, risk assurance, and compliance. His track record includes roles at TCNS Clothing and a tech startup.

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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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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

With gold prices now hovering around Rs 91,000 per 10 grams, the redemption value has swelled to Rs 1.20 lakh crore, placing a significant financial burden on the government.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

India must tread carefully in negotiating a trade agreement with the US due to the lack of Fast Track Trade Authority and the US's ability to re-negotiate deals post-signing. The current scenario allows for unpredictable changes and additional demands from the US, which could challenge India's sovereignty and create significant uncertainties.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

In a big boost for local manufacturing, the country is set to witness its electronics exports surpass Rs 3 lakh crore for the first time this fiscal (FY25), driven by smartphones.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

Reliance Industries: Reliance has discussed selling OpenAI's models to its enterprise customers through an application programming interface or API.

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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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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

India is expected to see a 9-10% rise in peak electricity demand this summer due to more heatwaves, driven by climate change. Experts highlight the surge in air conditioner sales and the rising household electricity consumption. Concerns are raised regarding energy inefficiency of air conditioners and the need for sustainable cooling solutions to combat emissions.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

IndusInd Bank faces a Rs 30.15 crore penalty for GST-related issues and is considering an appeal. Recently, the bank reported accounting discrepancies and has appointed Grant Thornton for a forensic review. IndusInd Bank's Q3 earnings declined significantly, with a 39% drop in net profit. The shares fell 2.42%, reflecting ongoing financial turmoil.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

India will request an exemption from US reciprocal tariffs during trade negotiations with US officials this week. Discussions will focus on forming a bilateral trade agreement. India has already reduced some import taxes and is considering further reductions to meet US concerns.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2025

EaseMyTrip has entered the charter aviation market by acquiring a 49% stake in Big Charter Pvt Ltd. The company also approved significant investments in its global subsidiaries in Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and the US to strengthen its presence and support expansion initiatives.

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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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