Future CFO

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

As businesses navigate their way around various technological advancements, finance teams are faced with the task to integrate analytics and automation into their existing processes, determining at the same time which specific system to transform first for maximum operational impact. New research from global data and cloud solutions company Hitachi Vantara found that while Asia is outpacing the world in AI adoption, poor data quality and security risks threaten to stall progress.

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Navigator SAP

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Theres a lot of complexity in a modern business. But real-time data with cloud ERP can help businesses cut down on this complexity. First, though, lets talk about the problem. Businesses today are more complex than ever, and there are a number of reasons for this complexity.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news of a recent survey indicating that while overall client satisfaction with their financial advisors remains high at 95%, potential threats to client retention lurk beneath the surface, particularly amongst clients who experience a major windfall or a life transition.

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Barry Ritholtz

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

This week, I speak with Christine Phillpotts , Portfolio Manager for Ariel Investment s emerging markets value strategies. She is also Senior Research Analyst for Consumer and Real Estate across Asia, Latin America, Middle East and Eastern Europe. She also covers all sectors in Africa. Previously, she spent 10 years at AllianceBernstein as Portfolio Manager and Senior Research analyst in emerging markets.

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Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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Cube Software

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

What is budget software for nonprofits? Budget software for nonprofits provides organizations with the tools to manage financial planning, monitor expenses, and generate reports while maintaining compliance with grant restrictions and donor requirements. Nonprofit budgeting software offers automation, real-time financial insights, and integration with existing accounting systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.

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Cube Software

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

What is demand forecasting? Demand forecasting predicts future customer demand using historical data, market trends, and analytics. Why is this so important? Imagine youre a CFO preparing next years budget. Without demand forecasting, youre essentially guessing how much inventory youll need, how many staff members to hire, or whether a new product launch will hit its revenue targets.

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Reval

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

LONDON 14 February 2025: ION, a global leader in trading and workflow. The post ION bags multiple awards at FOW International Awards 2025 appeared first on ION.

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Accountancy Today

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Almost two-thirds of businesses are pessimistic about the overall economic outlook for 2025 and nearly 90% expect the changes announced in the 2024 Autumn Budget to impact their business adversely, according to Armstrong Watsons latest survey. Despite positive news this week that the economy grew in the final quarter of 2024 with official figures showing GDP increased by 0.1%, Armstrong Watson said its January 2025 Client Business Confidence Survey indicates that confidence has been hit hard ac

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Reval

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

LONDON 14 February 2025: ION, a global leader in trading and workflow. The post ION bags multiple awards at FOW International Awards 2025 appeared first on ION.

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Cube Software

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

What is strategic financial management? Strategic financial management is the practice of managing an organizations finances to achieve long-term goals. It involves optimizing resources, monitoring key financial metrics like profitability and cash flow, and controlling assets and liabilities.

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Bank of the West

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Anthony Foti was ready to make the jump to a career in finance. A fourth-year undergrad in McMaster Universitys Bachelor of Commerce program, hed been funding his schooling with a… Read more The post Dream big, dream bold: One students journey to a career in finance with BMO appeared first on About BMO.

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Lime Light

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

For over five years, Limelight has proudly partnered with Sage to bring cutting-edge financial planning solutions to finance professionals worldwide.

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

ICAI has formed a five-member group to examine the newly introduced Income Tax Bill, 2025. President CA. Charanjot Singh Nanda praised the bill's potential to simplify tax structures, strengthen employment generation, promote MSME growth, and streamline Indias tax system. This, in turn, is expected to provide a major boost to the Indian economy, he said.

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Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA

AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?

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Lime Light

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Struggling with revenue forecasting? Learn how to improve accuracy, integrate real-time data, and automate forecasts to drive smarter financial decisions.

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

India and the US aim to double bilateral trade to USD 500 billion by 2030, enhancing market access and reducing tariffs. Plans for a Bilateral Trade Agreement by fall 2025 were announced, with both nations committed to lowering trade barriers and promoting mutual investments.

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Lime Light

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Gartners 2024 survey reveals that CFOs in 2025 view financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting as their second-most important priority, with metrics, analytics, and reporting taking the top spot. Access to centralized, real-time, and coherent data is the key to achieving these priority goals.

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Foreign investors have been aggressively selling Indian equities since the beginning of 2025, with total outflows now approaching the Rs 1 lakh crore mark.

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Global Finance

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Lenders across Europe are ramping up M&A efforts to scale operations, strengthen balance sheets, and navigate an evolving financial landscape. The European banking sector is experiencing a wave of consolidation as institutions seek to bolster their market position, expand their asset base, and improve returns. With interest rates stabilizing and capital reserves at healthy levels, banks are taking advantage of strategic acquisitions to fuel growth and enhance profitability.

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India has imposed penalties of Rs 5.80 lakh on Shriram Finance and Rs 6.70 lakh on Ujjivan Small Finance Bank for regulatory non-compliance. Shriram Finance failed to review risk categorisation and share credit data, while Ujjivan SFB did not issue loan agreements to certain borrowers.

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Barry Ritholtz

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

My end-of-week morning train WFH reads: How Vanguard plans to play disruptor again : Low fees made the group a passive investing powerhouse. But it needs to improve tech and service as it pushes into wealth management and cash accounts.( Financial Times ) The American Con Man Who Pioneered Offshore Finance : How a now-obscure financier turned the Bahamas into a tax havenand created a cornerstone of global plutocracy ( The Atlantic ) How Many Adult New Yorkers Are Secretly Subsidized by Their

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Sebi rejected Digvijay Laxhamsinh Gaekwad's plea for an exemption to make a competing open offer for Religare Enterprises, citing lack of financial capability. This decision allows the Burman Group's acquisition bid to proceed without interruptions, ensuring regulatory compliance and stability in the ongoing open offer process.

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

This comes after the RBI heavily intervened in the foreign exchange market during the week on February 10 and 11, making the rupee stronger from its record low levels. The RBI is estimated to have sold more than $10 billion over a period of two-three days, according to DBS Bank.

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Nishant and few others are accused of creating fake companies by using Aadhaar and PAN cards to cheat the government and get tax benefits illegally under the GST law.

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

India is emerging as the fastest-growing hub for Certified Financial Planner (CFP) professionals, with their numbers rising by 18 per cent in the country, according to a report on Friday.

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CFO News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

India's forex reserves surged by USD 7.654 billion to USD 638.261 billion for the week ending February 7, marking the third consecutive week of rises. The increase includes foreign currency assets rising by USD 6.422 billion to USD 544.106 billion and gold reserves by USD 1.315 billion to USD 72.208 billion.

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Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

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