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Are Data Errors Undermining Your Strategy? Here’s How Smart Process Controls Fix That:

CFO Talks

Are Data Errors Undermining Your Strategy? Heres How Smart Process Controls Fix That: You already know your team is stretched thin. You rely on reports to be accurate, dashboards to tell the truth, and your finance systems to run without hiccups. But if you’re still picking up errors late in the monthor worse, after board packs are submittedyouve got a data quality problem.

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Nearly one in five SMBs at risk of shutting down after a cyberattack

CFO Dive

SMBs are a growing target for malware, denial of service attacks, deepfake scams and ransomware, researchers found.

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Success in Succession

CFO Simplified

Success (or Lack Thereof) in Succession Planning for Businesses Handing over a business is more than a title changeits a financial and operational shift that can make or break a company. Without strong cash management, realistic growth strategies, and proper mentorship, even a successful business can falter. This case study reveals how a second generation machine shop faced financial instability and how better succession planningand the right financial guidancecould have changed the outcome.

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23andMe CRO details data breach’s role in bankruptcy

CFO Dive

The DNA-testing company, which filed for Chapter 11 Sunday, has been battling legal fallout from a 2023 cyber breach exposure that affected about 7 million customers.

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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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SAP Cloud Extensibility Options Tailor Functionality While Keeping a Clean Core

Bramasol

As the adoption of SAP S/4HANA Cloud ERP (Public and Private Editions) continues to accelerate, one of the key issues that frequently comes up is how to deal with the need for customization. This Insights post provides a deeper look at the extensibility tools available for managing custom processes and debunks the myths that cloud doesn't support company-specific requirements.

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#FASuccess Ep 430: Navigating The Fast-Growth Hiring Challenges Of Scaling From Scratch To $5M Of Revenue In Just 7 Years, With AJ Ayers

Nerd's Eye View

Welcome everyone! Welcome to the 430th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is AJ Ayers. AJ is the co-founder of Brooklyn Fi, an RIA based in Brooklyn, New York but operating as a fully remote business, that oversees $370 million in assets under management for more than 400 client households. What's unique about AJ, though, is how she and her business partner have navigated the hiring and training, and system and process challenges, that come from very r

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Consumer expectations for future plunge to 12-year low on tariff anxiety

CFO Dive

Pessimism about price pressures rose, with expectations for inflation in 12 months increasing to 6.2% this month from 5.8% in February, the Conference Board said.

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Staying Agile in a Rapidly Shifting Real Estate World | Tim Arndt, CFO, Prologis

CFO Thought Leader

Finance Strategic Moment Early in Tim Arndt’s career, he realized that even impressive internal rates of return (IRRs) amount to little if they fail to deliver significant net present value (NPV). This insight reshaped his approach, driving him to focus limited resources on projects that generate measurable, absolute returns. Now watch our complete episode Tim Arndts two-decade journey at Prologis propelled him from treasury and capital markets into the CFO office three years ago.

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Debunking Investment BS!

Barry Ritholtz

Fun chatting with Meb! Todays guest is Barry Ritholtz, Chairman, and CIO of Ritholtz Wealth Management, which manages over $5.7 billion for 3,900 families. His latest book, How Not to Invest, offers a blueprint to help you make better decisions and achieve financial success. In todays episode, Barry & I discuss the pitfalls of relying on experts for investment advice, the dangers of panic selling, the allure of following investment gurus, and the value of meaningful experiences over materia

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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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How can investors navigate market uncertainty? Hear from a BMO expert

Bank of the West

This year has brought much economic uncertainty so far, and many investors are wondering how their portfolios may be affected should they buy the dip and take advantage of… Read more The post How can investors navigate market uncertainty?Hear from a BMO expert appeared first on About BMO.

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India well-positioned to benefit despite global uncertainties: Bernstein

CFO News

India's macroeconomic situation has bottomed out, and the country is set to see GDP growth around 6.5 per cent for the year ahead, according to a Bernstein note on Tuesday.

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Transcript: Jim O’Shaughnessy on Infinite Wisdom

Barry Ritholtz

The transcript from this weeks,MiB: Jim O’Shaughnessy on Infinite Wisdom, is below. You can stream and download our full conversation, including any podcast extras, on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , YouTube , and Bloomberg. All of our earlier podcasts on your favorite pod hosts can be found here. ~~~ This is Masters in business with Barry Ritholtz on Bloomberg Radio Barry Ritholtz : This week on the podcast.

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India's GDP to grow at 6.5 pc in FY26, 75-100 bps rate cut likely: S&P Global Ratings

CFO News

Showing a resilient economy in the Asia-Pacific region amid global uncertainties, India's GDP will grow at 6.5 per cent in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, S&P Global Ratings said on Tuesday.

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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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Willis survey: Regulatory breaches emerge as top risk in Asia

Future CFO

Regulatory breaches emerged as the top risk among Asian boards, according to a survey by Willis, a business by WTW. In the latest Directors and Officers Liability Insurance Survey , it was found that 75% of directors and officers in Asia view the risk of regulatory breaches as very important or extremely important to their organisations, which is in stark contrast to global trends.

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IMF: India's fin system resiliency has improved

CFO News

India's financial system has grown more robust and diverse since 2017 due to regulatory improvements and better capitalization of non-bank lenders. The public digital infrastructure has widened financial access, though enhancements in legal and tax frameworks remain necessary. The insurance sector is stable despite potential climate change and cybersecurity risks.

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Banks seek digital audits, certification for BCs amid push for fair commissions

CFO News

Banks have placed a demand for a sample digital audit or monitoring system for transaction based BCs at a recent meeting called by the Department of Financial Services, where industry bodies such as BCFI and BCRC were also present, sources say.

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Devendra Kumar assumes charge as Director (Finance) and CFO at MRPL

CFO News

Devendra Kumar has assumed charge as Director (Finance) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL), the company said in a statement.

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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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Budget aims to do reforms to build Viksit Bharat by 2047, says FM Niramala Sitharaman

CFO News

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Tuesday, underscored the Union government's commitment to providing tax certainty and streamlining business regulations as part of the broader vision to build a Viksit Bharat by 2047.

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India hunts for back taxes as world grapples with tariffs

CFO News

President Trump plans new tariffs on cars, aluminum, and pharmaceuticals. India pursues foreign companies like Samsung and Volkswagen for back taxes on misclassified imports. These tax demands have raised concerns among foreign investors, yet Skoda Auto plans to invest in electric car manufacturing in India despite the ongoing tariff disputes.

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From Samsung to BYD: Foreign companies and their tax tussles with India

CFO News

Foreign companies in India face significant tax disputes, including Samsung's $601 million penalty for tariff evasion, Volkswagens $1.4 billion tax notice, and Kias $155 million tax issue over misclassified imports. Other cases involve Vodafones $2 billion tax demand, Cairn Energy's $1.4 billion dispute, and Pernod Ricards $250 million claim.

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India Inc should not worry about tariffs, focus on competitiveness instead: Godrej

CFO News

Amid concerns about the impact of US tariffs, CII urges companies to focus on enhancing competitiveness. Jamshyd Godrej emphasizes the need to scale up manufacturing to match China. Indian industry needs to break free from tariff fixation and improve manufacturing's GDP contribution. Government's production linked incentive scheme has already yielded significant investment and job creation.

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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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Zepto in talks for $250 million secondary sale ahead of IPO

CFO News

Zepto is in talks to sell up to USD 250 million in shares, aiming to increase Indian ownership ahead of a potential IPO. This secondary sale, involving private equity firms Motilal Oswal and Edelweiss, will help boost Indian investor stakes from 33 per cent to around 50 per cent. The move highlights Zeptos strategy to strengthen its position before going public.

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UK regulator fines PwC $5.8 mln over 2019 audit

CFO News

Accounting firm PwC has been fined 4.5 million (approximately $5.8 million USD) by Britain's Financial Reporting Council (FRC). The fine relates to PwC's audit of Wyelands Bank's financial records for the year 2019. The FRC announced the sanction in a statement released on Tuesday.

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Vodafone Idea offers to give up some spectrum to manage 2015 auction payments

CFO News

Vi has suggested some alternatives to the government to address the securitisation requirement, including setting it off against excess payments made in the past or BGs or cash deposits furnished towards regulatory compliance.

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IndusInd Bank said to hire headhunter to find CEO, MD

CFO News

IndusInd Bank has enlisted Egon Zehnder to find a new CEO and deputy CEO, following accounting issues and an RBI decision that limited current CEO Sumant Kathpalia's term to one year. They aim to submit a list of candidates by July, hoping a new leadership can mitigate negative impacts from the crisis and short tenure.

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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.