Musings on Markets

APRIL 7, 2025

I was boarding a plane for a trip to Latin America late in the evening last Wednesday (April 2), and as is my practice, I was checking the score on the Yankee game, when I read the tariff news announcement. Coming after a few days where the market seemed to have found its bearings (at least partially), it was clear from the initial reactions across the world that the breadth and the magnitude of the tariffs had caught most by surprise, and that a market markdown was coming.

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Global Finance

APRIL 6, 2025

Faced with low yields, insurers are deepening ties with private equity and asset managers, turning to alternative investments amid regulatory headwinds. Life insurance companies used to be conservative investors. For decades, they relied on long-term bondssafe, steady, and predictableto match their policy obligations. But as interest rates plunged following the 2008 financial crisis, traditional investment models no longer delivered sufficient returns.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 9, 2025

What Every CFO Should Know to Protect the Business (and Their Career) You dont need to be an actuary or compliance expert to understand risk. But if youre a Chief Financial Officer, you absolutely need to know how to spot it, shape it, and shield your organisation from it. Risk management isnt a luxury, its a core leadership function. And ignoring it can be the fastest way to damage not only your business, but your own professional credibility.

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Future CFO

APRIL 9, 2025

Amid the pool of priorities that finance leaders have to juggle in 2025, innovation initiatives came on top. In a poll conducted by Cxociety during the recently concluded 5th Annual FutureCFO Conference in the Philippines, with the theme Pathways Towards Differentiated Success, 37% of the respondents believe innovation initiatives require the most focus to balance strategic priorities in the Finance function.

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Tips Watch

APRIL 10, 2025

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com This is a breaking news report that I will be updating through the morning. When this message disappears, my work will have been completed. The inflation-adjusted variable rate for the U.S.

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The Finance Weekly

APRIL 8, 2025

Still stuck with outdated, manual financial processes that eat up your time and increase the risk of costly errors? You're not aloneand theres a smarter way forward. Finance transformation is redefining how modern finance teams operate. It empowers you to move faster, reduce errors, and focus on driving strategic value.What is Finance Transformation?

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Global Finance

APRIL 7, 2025

The region is set to drive global economic growth, powered by its population and tech sector. The Asia-Pacific region (APAC) will lead global economic growth over the next 15 years thanks to several factors, some of which are already manifest and some of which have yet to emerge. APACs growth will stem from four key large-scale trends: urbanization, connectivity, the energy transition, and the looming baby bust.

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E78 Partners

APRIL 10, 2025

The webinar “Driving M&A Success: Insights for Corporate Development Executives,” hosted by E78, featured experts Scott Whitaker and Stefan Hofmeyer, who shared their extensive experience in M&A integration and transaction advisory. This session aims to enhance attendees understanding of post-merger integration (PMI) considerations and best practices, drawing from a global M&A success survey conducted with 115 senior executives, primarily from mid-market and Fortune 500 c

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 8, 2025

Welcome everyone! Welcome to the 432nd episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast! My guest on today's podcast is Seth Scott. Seth is the founder of Heartwood Financial Planning, an advisory firm affiliated with PlanMember Securities Corporation that is based in Fresno, California, and oversees approximately $100 million in assets under management for 850 client households.

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Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. But 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. 🗻 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. The higher you go, the more your effectiveness depends on how you connect, adapt, and communicate.

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CFO Dive

APRIL 11, 2025

“There’s been a sharp decline in consumer sentiment, and business sentiment measures have weakened too,” New York Federal Reserve Bank President John Williams said.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 11, 2025

The Nonprofit Budget Balancing Act: Crafting Budgets for Fundraising Success Nonprofit leaders know all too well that crafting budgets isnt just about numbersits about storytelling. When it comes to securing funding, your budget serves as a narrative tool, helping funders understand your mission, your needs, and your impact. But the challenge lies in the fact that not all funders want to see the same story.

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Tips Watch

APRIL 9, 2025

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Just a week ago, in the early stages of our brand-new “Tariff Crisis,” the stock market was falling sharply and the U.S.

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 9, 2025

It's natural for advisors to begin discovery meetings by asking questions about a client's current financial situation – understanding cash flow, debt, investments, risk tolerance, or even the burning tax concern that brought them to the advisor's door in the first place is crucial for financial planning. However, starting with these questions can have unintended consequences.

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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 Dive

APRIL 11, 2025

The pair, who served as Democrats on the commission, said they were “deeply concerned” that DOGE may access confidential business data at the FTC.

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Barry Ritholtz

APRIL 11, 2025

This week, I speak with Anthony Yoseloff , Managing Partner and CIO of Davidson Kempner. Tony joined the firm in 1999. He holds a J.D. from Columbia Law School and an M.B.A. from Columbia Graduate School of Business Administration. Aside from his time at Davidson Kempner, Tony also holds various board seats, including the Board of Trustees of Princeton University and the Board of Directors of PRINCO.

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CFO News

APRIL 9, 2025

NFRA has called for stronger scrutiny and transparency in related party transactions (RPTs) through its latest Auditor-Audit Committee Interaction Series. The report highlights critical risks, urging auditors, audit committees, and management to ensure compliance and prevent fraud. One pressing question raised is: How can auditors effectively identify and prevent fraudulent RPTs?

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Future CFO

APRIL 7, 2025

Chief financial officers, with their role continuously evolving , are expected to champion sustainability initiatives, integrating ESG factors into their financial planning and reporting processes. Finance leaders now are faced with the task of identifying and mitigating ESG-related risks, allocating resources towards sustainability initiatives and communicating the organisation's ESG performance to stakeholders.

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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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CFO Dive

APRIL 11, 2025

Existing accounting standards have led to “scope creep,” with derivative standards being applied too often, FASB Chair Richard Jones said.

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CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 9, 2025

It was the kind of boardroom moment that separates finance professionals from finance leaders. Tony Jarjoura, now CFO of Gigamon, found himself surrounded by audit committee members as a dense, highly technical tax strategy unraveled before them. Despite having pored over legal memos and internal reviews, the room still looked puzzleduntil Tony spoke.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 8, 2025

Making Sense of Complexity: How CFOs Build Clarity Across the Business In todays fast-paced and data-rich environment, the role of the Chief Financial Officer has evolved into something far more dynamic than traditional financial oversight. While accuracy, control, and compliance remain core responsibilities, the modern CFO is also a strategic communicator someone who can turn financial complexity into actionable insight.

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CSC Advisors

APRIL 10, 2025

Business owners often consider Merchant Cash Advance (MCA) loans a fast and flexible option. However, their high costs and daily repayment structures can quickly become burdensome for many business owners. Fortunately, the MCA refinancing process offers a way to reduce these financial pressures. By refinancing, business owners can regain control of their cash flow and ensure long-term financial stability.

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CFO Dive

APRIL 7, 2025

The budget airline, recently emerged from bankruptcy, picked the trio of senior executives to handle CEO responsibilities until a new chief executive is found.

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Future CFO

APRIL 9, 2025

Finance heads are now expected to elevate their tools and processes as they navigate their way around new models for revenue recognition. According to automated revenue recognition software developer RightRev , modern solutions allow businesses to support evolving models, adapt fast, and stay competitive, but these models bring complexity which end up making finance teams to rethink their strategies.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 10, 2025

Fraud Happens Hopefully Not on Your Watch You dont need a full-blown scandal to put your career on the line. Sometimes, all it takes is one case of fraud missed under your watch. As CFO, you’re not just managing the numbersyou’re the last line of defense between your organisation and reputational, regulatory, or even criminal fallout. Fraud is rarely dramatic at first.

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CSC Advisors

APRIL 10, 2025

Expanding your preschool or upgrading facilities is a significant step toward long-term growth and success. However, preschool financing can often be a challenge. Strategic planning on how to finance these upgrades becomes essential since financial hurdles can delay or deter exciting opportunities. With expert guidance, such as from Cornerstone Capital Advisors, preschool owners can access practical and tailored funding solutions.

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Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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