Wed.Jun 18, 2025

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The Liability Risk Of Giving Inadvertent Tax Advice (And How To Avoid It)

Nerd's Eye View

In recent years, financial advisors have increasingly embraced tax planning as a core element of delivering value to clients. This shift reflects the reality that taxes permeate virtually every financial decision clients make – whether related to investing, retirement, business structure, or charitable giving – and often represent one of the largest expenses faced by clients over their lifetime.

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Sebi eases regulations for startup founders and public sector cos to boost capital market

CFO News

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved new rules. Startup founders can now hold employee stock options after listing. Alternative investment funds get co-investment opportunities. Public sector companies can voluntarily delist with relaxed norms. Foreign funds will benefit from eased investment rules. These changes aim to boost investment and simplify regulations for businesses in India.

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Corporate Loan Markets In US, Europe Rebound After April Plunge

Global Finance

Speculative-grade corporate loan issuance in the US and Europe plummeted in April but has since recovered somewhat, providing corporate borrowers with a window to refinance or reprice existing debt—although lenders may be wary—and potentially take on new debt to pursue acquisitions or other capital-intensive moves. The US saw record loan issuance in January and February, at $69.9 billion and $57.7 billion, respectively, according to PitchBook LCD.

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Sebi board meeting today. 5 key proposals on the agenda

CFO News

The Securities and Exchange Board of India will convene a meeting. They will discuss employee stock options for startup founders post-IPO. The board will consider voluntary delisting of Public Sector Undertakings. Relaxed compliance for Foreign Portfolio Investors in government bonds is on the agenda. Rationalising Qualified Institutions Placement disclosure norms will also be discussed.

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You upgrade everything else. Why not your close process?

You wouldn’t keep using a 2009 flip phone - so why settle for outdated close processes? It’s time for an upgrade. SkyStem's Guide to Month-End Close Software walks you through what today’s best tools can do (and what your team shouldn’t have to deal with anymore). Get smart, fast, and a whole lot less stressed when it’s time to close the books.

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Too Many Cooks or Just One Overpaid Chef? Rethinking Who Calls the Shots 

CFO Talks

Too Many Cooks or Just One Overpaid Chef? Rethinking Who Calls the Shots When a business is trying to recover from financial strain or operational failure, structure matters more than most leaders realise. The way decisions are made can either help the business respond faster or trap it in red tape. During a recovery, choosing between a centralised or decentralised approach is not just a theoretical exercise.

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Fed holds main interest rate steady, expects two cuts later in 2025

CFO Dive

Policymakers have left borrowing costs unchanged this year while balancing signs of a softening labor market against concerns that U.S. tariffs will stoke inflation.

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Jill on Money: How Not To Invest

The Big Picture

Fun conversation with Jill Schlesinger of Jill on Money about the new book: Today we’re joined by Barry Ritholtz, co-founder, chairman, and chief investment officer of Ritholtz Wealth Management LLC, to discuss his recently released book, How Not To Invest: The ideas, numbers, and behaviors that destroy wealth – and how to avoid them. The goal of the book is to show you a few simple tools and models that will help you avoid the most common mistakes people make with their money.

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ICAI to complete review of fin statements of IndusInd Bank, Gensol in 6 months

CFO News

ICAI will take at least six months to review the financial statements of IndusInd Bank and Gensol Engineering to ascertain audit lapses. The review follows concerns about incorrect recognition of derivative trades and alleged fund diversions. ICAI will also host the GCC Summit Series, reinforcing India's leadership in the Global Capability Centres ecosystem.

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GENIUS Act puts renewed spotlight on stablecoins, digital assets

CFO Dive

The regulatory clarity the GENIUS Act proposes to bring to the stablecoin space can help ease some of the worries of more conservative entities, such as CFOs, examining the space, EY’s Paul Brody said.

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Derivatives: StanChart under RBI lens

CFO News

Standard Chartered is under the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) examination due to identified deficiencies in its risk management procedures and irregularities in the sale of derivatives. The concerns were raised after sales of target redemption forwards to small and medium enterprises, where buyers were allegedly not fully informed about potential risks, leading to scrutiny of the bank's processes.

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Syria: If Sanctions Are Lifted, Will Syria ‘Shine?’

Global Finance

“It’s their time to shine. We’re taking them all off,” said US President Donald Trump in a speech that sparked an outburst of joy in Damascus. After 14 years of war, 90% of the Syrian population live beneath the poverty line. Since the Assad regime fell in December, removing the sanctions to kickstart the economy has been a top priority of transitional President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the leader of the victorious rebellion; but Syria has been under severe US restrictions since 1979 and lifting them wo

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India a 'bright spot' amid global uncertainty, says Chief Economic Advisor

CFO News

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran highlights India's resilience as a "bright spot" amid global economic uncertainties intensified by conflicts and disruptions. India's steady economic performance, fiscal health improvement, and strategic positioning contribute to its image as a stable investment destination. The country's focus on self-reliance, particularly in defense, further strengthens its strategic autonomy and boosts investor confidence.

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From Theory to Trillions: David Booth | Financial Thought Exchange

CFA Institute

Cathy Scott is a director of Research Product and Services and the editor of Enterprising Investor at CFA Institute.

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AI In Accounting: A Practical Roadmap For Smarter AP

Speaker: Gerald Ratigan

The accounts payable (AP) function is evolving and AI is leading the charge. As finance teams face rising invoice volumes and expectations for speed and accuracy, AI-powered automation has shifted from a futuristic concept to the most practical solution. But for finance leaders, success isn’t just about selecting the right tools, it’s about implementing the right strategy.

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Razorpay buys into UPI startup Pop with $30 million bet to woo D2C brands

CFO News

Razorpay Pop Investment: Razorpay has invested $30 million in the consumer payment startup Pop, enhancing its offerings for direct-to-consumer brands and expanding its footprint in the UPI payments landscape. The deal strengthens Razorpay's capabilities in loyalty programs and customer acquisition tools.

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Difference between SAP Cloud ERP and SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition

Navigator SAP

If you’ve been hearing the terms "SAP Cloud ERP" and "SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition" used interchangeably and wondering what the difference is, the answer is simple: there is no difference, at least not anymore. In 2025, SAP officially grouped its products "SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition" and "SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition' into SAP Cloud ERP.

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KYC registration agencies should be eligible to function as accreditation agencies: Sebi

CFO News

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed that KYC registration agencies be allowed to function as accreditation agencies, enhancing investor onboarding processes and increasing market competition. Public comments are sought until July 8.

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SolarWinds promotes insider to CFO seat

CFO Dive

The change comes as the company defends itself against a Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit stemming from a major cybersecurity breach in 2020.

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Stop Budget Burnout: A Better Way to Grow Your Nonprofit in 2026

Speaker: Sean Yoder

Nonprofits are under more pressure than ever to demonstrate financial accountability while continuing to expand their impact. Traditional budgeting models often fall short, reinforcing silos, limiting flexibility, and stalling growth. Enter collaborative budgeting: a dynamic, team-driven process that enables smarter resource allocation and builds financial resilience at scale.

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India's strong fiscal dynamics to propel growth, curb inflation: Report

CFO News

India's fiscal dynamics have improved at the aggregate level post-pandemic, with a most notable shift in the quality of spending, which is reflected in the higher capital expenditure by the government over the last five years, according to a Morgan Stanley report.

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Jio Financial Services takes full control of Jio Payments Bank with Rs 104.5 crore SBI stake buy

CFO News

Jio Financial Services has acquired a 17.8% stake in Jio Payments Bank from SBI, making it a wholly-owned subsidiary. This follows RBI approval and coincides with Jio BlackRock's launch of mutual fund schemes, aiming to offer innovative investment products. The company reported a slight increase in net profit and revenue for Q4 FY25.

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India's real GDP growth for FY26 may exceed 6.5 pc: ICRA

CFO News

ICRA projects India's real GDP growth to exceed 6.5% and GVA growth to surpass 6.3% for FY26. CPI inflation is expected above 4.2%, with a fiscal deficit of 4.4% of GDP. Rural demand will likely remain strong, supported by Rabi cash flows, while services exports are expected to outpace merchandise exports.

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3C ITS CFO Dnyaneshwar Gajmal resigns

CFO News

3CITS CFO Dnyaneshwar Gajmal has resigned effective June 17, 2025, citing personal reasons and new career pursuits. Appointed in November 2024, Gajmal played a key role in financial strategy and compliance; a successor is yet to be named.

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Why Tech-Forward Tax and Accounting Firms Have the Inside Track to the Future

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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India's $89 billion clean industry pipeline struggles to attract financing, report says

CFO News

India's clean energy sector encounters financial obstacles. A significant number of projects are stalled. Only one project secured investment approval in six months. The nation needs substantial investment to achieve its green energy goals. China and the United States are ahead in attracting clean energy investments. Policy uncertainty and high capital costs are major impediments.

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Indian realty records $6.99 bn deals in FY25, Residential sales surge 77% since 2019

CFO News

India’s real estate sector saw a strong post-pandemic recovery, with residential sales rising 77% between FY2019 and FY2025 and a surge in luxury housing demand. Office leasing, warehousing, and industrial spaces also grew, supported by GCCs and logistics needs. Despite robust private equity, M&A, and capital market activity, challenges like regulatory hurdles and rising costs persist.

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Sam Altman says Meta offered $100 million bonuses to OpenAI employees

CFO News

​The alleged attempts by Meta to hire OpenAI staffers are the latest signs of a frenzy to hire top engineers to develop AI models, and they come at a time when the Facebook owner is working on building its superintelligence unit to catch up with competitors.

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CCI approves Delhivery’s acquisition of Ecom, M&M-SML Isuzu deal

CFO News

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved Delhivery's acquisition of Ecom Express and Mahindra & Mahindra's (M&M) acquisition of SML Isuzu. Delhivery will acquire a majority stake in Ecom Express for ₹1,407 crore, enhancing its logistics solutions for the e-commerce sector. M&M will acquire a 58.

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Live Demo - Supercharge your Month End Close

Automation generally supercharges any process and brings its value to the forefront. See how infusing automation such as ART (our month-end close solution), into your close can get you to the next level of closing. We will share a live demo of SkyStem's solution, ART and share the key elements of month-end close automation. Through ART, we'll take a look at: What month-end close automation entails Which process steps can and should be automated Benefits of achieving process automation, and Why i