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CFOs expect inflation to settle down, optimistic on business performance in festive season

CFO News

With consumer price index (CPI) surging to 7.44 per cent in July and the central bank revising projection for inflation to 5.4 percent from 5.1 percent, inflation has shown worrying signs for business and the economy, finance head of companies are keeping eye on inflationary trends while driving growth. ETCFO brings to you how CFOs are dealing with inflation.

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Investing is the Study of Human Decision Making

Barry Ritholtz

Most people believe that investing is the science of generating a return on capital. That is an accurate but incomplete assessment. I believe it is more useful and comprehensive to define investing as the decision-making behavior of human beings as they interact with money: What their financial desires are, the risks they embrace, how they think about wealth, and what emotional pain they willingly suffer in order to generate that return on capital.

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AI in the finance function

Future CFO

Gartner says to build an AI-driven finance organisation for the future will require a combination of technical and business skills that many finance teams do not have today. Mark D. McDonald , senior director analyst in the Gartner Finance Practice , observes a profound shift in how finance teams work based on the accelerating use of AI to help them handle the increased complexity of their daily activities and become more productive.

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Lot of free money to burn on customers, premiumisation is the key : CFOs

CFO News

Top CFOs discuss how premiumisation, hyper personalisation and digital will shape up retail businesses further and help them ride on profitability. They said that capital is not a problem anymore, a lot of free money is available to be burnt on customers, but to acquire customers, customer satisfaction will be a key and that will only come with premiumisation and hyper personalisation.

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Confronting the Change Challenge

Change is difficult, whether in our private or work life. However, without change, growth and learning are difficult not to mention keeping up with the market and staying competitive. We have all worked for or ourselves are the bosses that prefer to keep the status quo. We will discuss how to address the "change challenge" to enable you to be a changemaker and a graceful recipient of change.

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Compliance complexities escalate with multiple stakeholders, right organisational DNA to help reduce it: CFOs

CFO News

Top CFOs of India discuss how their respective businesses manage the compliance burden, costs, etc, how they use technology to make the process efficient and less taxing, and how the right company culture can help manage the compliance load.

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Building and Maintaining Your Business Budget: The Essential Guide

Capital CFO LLC

Building and maintaining a solid business budget is a crucial aspect of running a successful small business or being an entrepreneur. It not only helps you stay organized and in […] The post Building and Maintaining Your Business Budget: The Essential Guide appeared first on Capital CFO+.

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Apple hits big oversold levels, now what?

The Reformed Broker

The Relative Strength Index or RSI is typically expressed as a 14-day reading to determine the degree to which a stock or an index is overbought or oversold, if at all. It was created in 1978 by J. Welles Wilder Jr. (here’s the book) who was a mechanical engineer by trade before turning his mathematical mind to stock and commodity trading, subsequently developing some of the most widely traded tools in technical ana.

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How Organizations Can Best Prepare for an ERP Implementation

Navigator SAP

Enterprise resource planning solutions (ERP) dramatically improve an organization’s operational efficiency, standardization and best practices by serving as the nerve-center for an organization. But rolling out a new ERP can be tricky, because these systems touch all parts of a business and therefore implementation is a complex project.

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Fleetcor CFO targets M&A, sales

CFO Dive

The Atlanta-based payments player’s new CFO doesn’t believe the M&A deal pendulum has fully swung over to a buyer’s market.

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Travel and Expense Policy Success: Your Essential Checklist

Setting the stage for successful organizational change always begins with clear, thoughtful communication. When it comes to rolling out a new travel and expense (T&E) policy, establishing a well-structured communication plan is key to ensuring that all employees understand the changes and their impact. By following a step-by-step approach, you can guide your organization through the transition, fostering smooth adoption from the outset and improving compliance.

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Lessons for Investors from Mini-Panics

Barry Ritholtz

The first post-pandemic presentation I pulled together for my pal Joe Fitzgerald (we worked together in the late 2000s) was a new deck titled: Biggest Mistakes Made by UHNW Investors. In the intervening year, I updated and refined the deck, adding more examples and specific advice. below is my discussion of what the presentation will be like at the MoneyShow in Orlando on October 30.

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NFRA penalises audit firm, partner for lapses in auditing of Burnpur Cement

CFO News

The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has imposed fines totalling Rs 30 lakh on an audit firm and its partner for lapses in the audit of Burnpur Cement Ltd. The regulator has slapped a fine of Rs 25 lakh on the audit firm K Pandeya & Co and Rs 5 lakh on Manjeet Kumar Verma, a partner with the audit firm.

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J.P. Morgan Celebrates 1000 Corporates on Treasury Ignition™!

FISPAN

We are thrilled to announce a major milestone for our valued partner, J.P. Morgan! They have officially reached an incredible milestone of 1000 Corporates on Treasury Ignition, and we couldn't be more proud of this achievement.

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GE Vernova announces finance chief ahead of planned spin-off

CFO Dive

Kenneth Parks’ appointment as CFO is the final piece in GE Vernova’s leadership stack before the company spins off as an independent entity.

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4 Things Great Companies Do to Improve Cash Flow

Speaker: Don Gallianza, Credit Manager at Chevron Phillips Chemical and 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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Forget the iPhone: BlackBerry is still the one to beat

Barry Ritholtz

How little do we know about the future? A great way to figure that out is to look to our past, to see what we previously thought about what the future will hold. To wit: 26 years ago, the image above came from the cover story of Fortune magazine: “There’s a lot of buzz in the smartphone business lately, with Apple’s (AAPL) iPhone turning the mobile world upside down and Nokia’s (NOK) upcoming phone announcement providing a new challenge.

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India Inc's moonshot

CFO News

The newly created ecosystem for space startups in India has fostered the rise of companies like Skyroot Aerospace, SatSure, Dhruva Space, and Bellatrix Aerospace, positioning them as potential game-changers.

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Will There Ever Be Another Warren Buffett?

The Reformed Broker

Welcome to the latest episode of The Compound & Friends. This week, Michael Batnick, Guy Spier, and Downtown Josh Brown discuss lunch with Warren Buffett, value investing, managing a hedge fund, Berkshire after Buffett, the bull case for Ferrari, and much more! You can listen to the whole thing below, or find it wherever you like to listen to your favorite pods!

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Versapay CFO leans on data amid ‘perfect storm’

CFO Dive

The veteran finance leader sees his profession grappling with significant challenges, including macroeconomic pressures and the rising need to function as data experts.

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The Financial Leaders Playbook: How To Deliver Insight, Oversight, And Foresight

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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MiB: Cass Sunstein on Decision Making

Barry Ritholtz

This week, we speak with legal scholar Cass Sunstein , who founded and leads Harvard Law School’s Program on Behavioral Economics and Public Policy. He has authored numerous books, including the NYT bestseller The World According to Star Wars as well as “ Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth and Happiness ” (written with Richard H. Thaler); and “ Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment ” (written with Danny Kahneman).

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Toys for Billionaires: Sports Franchises as Trophy Assets!

Musings on Markets

I have always loved sports, playing tennis and cricket when I was growing up, before transitioning to fan status, cheering for my favored teams from the sidelines. I also like finance, perhaps not as much as sports, but there are winners and losers in the investment game as well. Thus, it should come as no surprise that when the two connect, as is the case when teams are bought and sold, or players are signed, I am doubly interested.

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“Legacy IRA” Rollover To A Charitable Gift Annuity: Using This New Tax-Advantaged Opportunity To Help Clients Achieve Charitable And Retirement Goals

Nerd's Eye View

Charitable Gift Annuities (CGAs) have long been a popular way for individuals with charitable intentions to plan their legacies. By contributing a lump sum to a charity in exchange for fixed recurring payments for life (with any leftover funds after the donor's death going to the charity), the individual can ensure that their funds are directed towards a purpose that aligns with their values, while also retaining a steady source of income for the rest of their life.

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Advance Auto names new CEO, CFO as profits decline

CFO Dive

The leadership changes come as the company launches a “comprehensive operational and strategic review” following a weak quarter.

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If It Aint Broke, Don’t Fix It: A Dangerous Mindset

Time and time again we tell ourselves and others NOT take action on something that is not "broken." We apply that mindset at home and at work. Sometimes, it doesn’t work out so well. Because when it's truly broken, it's usually an emergency, costs more and causes stress. Join us in this webinar where we share ways where you are able to anticipate your needs, understand benefits that you will get from getting better now instead of later, and relieving your team of tasks that they don't need to be

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For some, this week’s 30-year TIPS reopening will be a ‘unique’ opportunity

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com One of the year’s most interesting TIPS auctions is coming Thursday, the reopening of CUSIP 912810TP3, creating a 29-year, 6-month Treasury Inflation-Protected Security.

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Zepto becomes unicorn, raises $200 mn at $ 1.4 bn valuation

CFO News

Zepto funding alert: The 2-year-old company has raised funds at a valuation of USD 1.4 billion making it the first unicorn of 2023 in India.

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Kitces & Carl Ep 119: Navigating Succession Plans When Founders Are Having Second Thoughts On Retirement

Nerd's Eye View

For many next-gen financial advisors who start with or move their careers to an established firm, eventually earning an equity stake in that firm can be an exciting prospect and is often a major career goal that many advisors aspire to achieve. However, when these aspirations are delayed or blocked by senior advisory firm partners who choose to delay their retirement plans, it can leave younger advisors frustrated and in a place of uncertainty about their futures with their firm.

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FIS taps Walgreens alum for CFO

CFO Dive

The Florida-based company is changing CFOs again — just a year after it was one of a flurry of payments players to swap out finance chiefs.

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Navigating Corporate Travel Changes Post-Pandemic

Global business travel is surging, with companies spending as much as or more than they did before the pandemic. This trend is expected to continue, with more growth on the horizon. The types of travelers are also changing, with millennials and Gen Zers taking on the majority of the load. Business travel is evolving, and younger generations expect less hassle, even though there are more ways to book and pay for travel than ever before.