Thu.Feb 06, 2025

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CFOs prep for tax policy impacts: Grant Thornton

CFO Dive

CFOs are feeling more upbeat about economic prospects following the U.S. election, but still face uncertainty when it comes to tax or regulatory policy shifts.

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Kitces & Carl Ep 157: Reducing The Fears Of Prospective Clients By Communicating Clear Expectations Before The First Meeting

Nerd's Eye View

The introductory meeting is a high-stakes moment for both advisors and prospects, often nerve-wracking for both sides. Advisors must decide how to present themselves, respond to questions, explain complex issues in an engaging way, and propose and explain their long-term proposition. And at the same time, prospects are likely to feel vulnerable and equally nervous with their own set of concerns – how to present themselves to the advisor, what questions to ask, and how to explain their issu

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PCAOB warns auditors of risks from lax oversight of specialists

CFO Dive

Specialists who use artificial intelligence pose a growing challenge to auditors and, in turn, the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.

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The Strategic Lift-Out: An Eloquent Approach to Outsourcing and Scaling Fund Administration

E78 Partners

The alternative investment management business is highly competitive, as managers compete for institutional investors capital allocations. Managers not only compete on investment track records and strategies for driving alpha, they also compete on the strength and reliability of back- and middle-office operations. In fact, 48% of private fund CFOs have reported increased interest from LPs in their back-office operations over the past three years, with 13% noting this increase was significant ( P

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

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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Salesforce director named chief of operations, finance

CFO Dive

The software giant is among a growing list of companies that have decided to merge the CFO and COO roles.

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Tulipmania!

Barry Ritholtz

Previously : 1 2 3 See also : Is This a Bubble? (Ben Carlson, January 31, 2025) Tulipomania! (The Paris Review, February 3, 2014) The post Tulipmania! appeared first on The Big Picture.

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Untouchable ARR: How One CFO Transformed Finance Leadership

CFO Thought Leader

Inside the The Mentoring Round , CFO Lior Maza of Priority Software shares how he expanded a lean finance function alongside the companys employee count (from 150 to 560). He explains the game-changing role of SaaS metricsARR, NRR, and churnwhile emphasizing that ARR is untouchable in pricing negotiations. Maza also describes how NPS (Net Promoter Score) became a critical driver for upsells and customer success.

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How Corporate Finance Helps Businesses Make Smart Decisions 

CFO Talks

How Corporate Finance Helps Businesses Make Smart Decisions Every business, no matter how big or small, needs to make good financial decisions to grow and stay successful. Corporate finance is all about managing money wisely so a company can invest in the right opportunities, fund its growth, manage its daily expenses, and prepare for risks. Without good financial planning, even a profitable company can run into trouble.

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Budget’s consumption gamble

CFO News

Inflation is very high and staple vegetable prices, which are part of the Indian governments thalinomics, first mentioned in an earlier Economic Survey, have shot up significantly. On the other hand, the economy is not in great shape with GDP growth seen way below 7 percent for fiscal 2025 even by the optimistic forecasts. The National Statistics Organisation sees it at 6.4% while RBI predicts 6.6%.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.

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Cloud FP&A Software Reviews: What Users Say About Limelight, Vena, Prophix & More

Lime Light

Finding the right FP&A software isn't just about comparing feature listsit requires digging through countless user reviews, navigating different rating systems, and reading between the lines of real customer experiences. Whether you're scrolling through G2 , Capterra , Software Advice , Trustpilot , or even deep-diving into Reddit threads, the search can quickly become overwhelming.

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‘No new tax to be introduced in upcoming Income Tax Bill’: Revenue Secretary, Tuhin Kanta Pandey

CFO News

The Revenue Secretary, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, assured that the new Income Tax Bill will not introduce new taxes and will reflect the budget's changes. He emphasized the need for laws to be understandable for common citizens and highlighted the budget's focus on growth amid global challenges. He highlighted the measures required for India's growth, and said it can be done only with the We and We approach.

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The price of love: How a rising cost of living is affecting dating and relationships

Bank of the West

Ahead of Valentines Day, the BMO Real Financial Progress Index finds singles and couples alike are willing to spend a pretty penny to find love or keep that romantic spark… Read more The post The price of love: How a rising cost of living is affecting dating and relationships appeared first on About BMO.

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ION’s Openlink V25: Advancing treasury and commodity management

Reval

LONDON 06 February 2025: ION Corporates, a global leader in treasury and. The post IONs Openlink V25: Advancing treasury and commodity management appeared first on ION.

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How To Break Digital Transformation Barriers And Accelerate AI Adoption

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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RBI Monetary Policy Committee cuts repo rate by 25 bps to 6.25%

CFO News

Under new Governor Sanjay Malhotra, the Reserve Bank of India has reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%, marking the first policy under his leadership and ending a pause that began in February 2023. This decision comes after the RBI's last rate cut in May 2020, when the repo rate was slashed to 4% to support the economy during the COVID-19 lockdown.

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BMO becomes the first Canadian bank to join IBM Quantum Network

Bank of the West

BMO is driving its Digital First strategy and accelerating access to innovation through emerging technologies like quantum computing, which offers real transformative abilities that benefit our customers, colleagues, and the… Read more The post BMO becomes the first Canadian bank to join IBM Quantum Network appeared first on About BMO.

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India's forex reserves rise for second consecutive week

CFO News

India Forex Reserves: INDIA-CENBANK/India's forex reserves rise for second consecutive week

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Data Update 5 for 2025: It's a small world, after all!

Musings on Markets

If the title of this post sounds familiar, it is because is one of Disneys most iconic rides, one that I have taken hundreds of times, first with my own children and more recently, with my grandchildren. It is a mainstay of every Disney theme park, from the original Disneyland in Anaheim to the newer theme parks in Paris, Hong Kong and Shanghai. For those of who have never been on it, it is the favored ride for anyone who is younger than five in your group, since you spend ten minutes in a boat

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Demo SkyStem’s Award Winning Month-End Close Solution & Earn $100

Is your finance team bogged down by endless data requests and disorganized spreadsheets during the month-end close? It’s time to consider a better option – automate with ART! SkyStem’s solution works alongside your ERP to transform the close and account reconciliation process and speed up month-end work. Explore SkyStem’s ART - the award-winning account reconciliation automation platform - and receive a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you for your time.

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RBI sees inflation falling to 4% in Q2 of next fiscal

CFO News

Going ahead, food inflation pressures, absent any supply side shock, should see a significant softening due to good kharif production, winter-easing in vegetable prices and favourable rabi crop prospects, RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra said in the Monetary Policy statement.

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RBI sees GDP growth hitting 7% in Q2 of FY26 on strong agri, manufacturing push

CFO News

The central bank sees the growth averaging 6.7 per cent for the next fiscal, but has warned of global headwinds posing risk to the inflation and growth outlook.

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HDFC Life Insurance faces ₹2,422.97 Cr GST penalty

CFO News

HDFC Life Insurance Company Limited has been fined 2,422.97 Cr under a GST order covering July 2017 to March 2022. The company plans to challenge the order, seeking rectification, as they believe the penalty was erroneously enhanced. The final penalty is expected to align with the initial amount disclosed.

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Airtel outpaces Jio in FY3Q on rebound in user loss, SIM consolidation, rate hikes: Analysts

CFO News

Airtel's strong financial performance in Q3 of the fiscal year was fueled by SIM consolidation, reduced subscriber losses, and tariff hikes. The company's revenue growth exceeded that of Jio, bolstering market share. The home services segment saw record additions, boosting optimism, while enterprise revenue remained flat. Airtel's stock rose following a significant increase in net profit.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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Interarch in talks with Lenskart for world's largest eyewear factory

CFO News

"We are already in talks (with Lenskart). It is always a competitive bidding. There is never a guarantee that you will only build it because competition is there," Interarch Building Products CEO Manish Kumar Garg told TOI in an interaction here on Thursday.

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Experts applaud RBI's repo rate cut as 'well-timed' and 'pro-growth' measure

CFO News

Anshul Jain, Chief Executive, India, SEA & APAC Tenant Representation at Cushman & Wakefield, described the move as "well-timed and much-needed," particularly as CPI inflation eases and Q2-FY25 GDP growth slows.

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India may cut more import taxes as manufacturing picks up speed

CFO News

India aims to reduce tariffs and phase out extra levies on imports as domestic manufacturing advances. Stakeholder consultations will be conducted to minimize custom duties without harming local industries. Recent budget changes included cutting import tariffs on various products, signifying India's efforts to overcome the 'tariff king' label.

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Legal shift in areas of AI, cybersecurity, and insolvency shake-up will reshape India Inc in 2025

CFO News

India's corporate landscape will see significant legal and regulatory changes by 2025, driven by new privacy and AI laws. Companies must prioritise strategic risk management and board adaptability to balance immediate and long-term objectives. Family businesses and distressed asset acquisitions are particularly impacted by these evolutions.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

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.