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Despite concerted efforts, the accountancy profession is struggling to attract and retain talent, and at the same time is facing...
Bruno Sarda, Principal, Climate Change & Sustainability Services at Ernst & Young LLP is joined by Terence Jeyararetnam, EY Asia-Pacific...
Chief audit executives expect audit coverage of artificial intelligence-related risks will grow as organisations race to adopt the technological advancement,...
Southeast Asia sees an increase in the percentage of board seats held by women, from 17.1% in 2021 to 19.9%...
Southeast Asians exhibit a strong appetite for investing, with stocks, fixed deposit plans, and mutual funds among the top three...
In its Top 5 Finance Trends and Priorities for CFOs in 2024, Gartner says economic headwinds have forced CFOs to...
Dennis Gannon, VP Analyst at Gartner, shares what it means to be a ‘human leader’ as a chief financial officer...
Editor’s note: In this A Day in the Life interview, Alvin IP (pictured), CFO of Aspire, shared how global exposure...
Last year, Finance Minister Lawrence Wong highlighted that the number of people pursuing accounting degrees has dropped by over 10...
Chief financial officers are planning to increase budgets for employee compensation, according to a survey by Gartner, Inc. In the...
An initial public offering, or an IPO, undeniably poses both an opportunity and a challenge for a company. According to...
The future starts today, not tomorrow. The future is now. With the future of finance circling the management across functions,...
Biopharma firm, Cytiva, formerly known as GE Healthcare, developing many products for researchers, academia, and biopharma, including end-to-end solutions from...
Toyota Finance Corporation completed the implementation of Wolters Kluwer’s CCH Tagetik corporate performance management (CPM) platform, reducing monthly aggregation and...
Financial leaders from various sectors discuss real-world applications of artificial intelligence and data analytics.
Editor’s note: Embedded finance, when done right, can be a game-changer. But if a finance function hasn’t addressed a clear...
Business leaders report that digitisation projects are quickening, and the majority predict that by 2026, digital technology will fundamentally alter...
Talent shortage among accounting staff continues to persist in many parts of the world including Southeast Asia, with the issue...
The role of chief financial officers continues to evolve beyond the finance function, according to a survey by leadership advisory...
One of the buzzwords in the industry over the last few months has undoubtedly been: artificial intelligence (AI). There have...
Finance leaders are now being expected to lead with gratitude towards the workforce to boost staff engagement, according to Gartner,...
Generative artificial intelligence, or GenAI, can create valuable opportunities to support finance transformation. In this demo video, PricewaterhouseCoopers shares a...
A Forbes article suggests that 2024 will be tough for everyone. FutureCFO discourse with finance and business leaders echoes the...
KPMG Finance Transformation leaders Joe Moawad and Preeti Bangali talk on the crucial success criteria for clients aiming to transform...
Editor’s note: Automation can work wonders but it can also create challenges for the finance function. Sarita Singh (pictured), Regional...
Chief financial officers in Southeast Asia are bracing for "heightened challenges" amid ongoing volatility, according to a latest study by...
The cost of financial crime compliance in the Asia-Pacific region in 2023 totaled US$45 billion, according to a study by...
Despite apparent advances in reporting, businesses fall short on climate strategy and action, according to a study by Ernst &...
Mary Mesaglio, VP Analyst at Gartner, discusses critical skills for business leaders, including financial leaders, to navigate new trends and...
Sustainability concerns are having a significant impact on investment and divestment processes, or in "the transactional workflow", the Association of...
Four years following its introduction, BlackLine, Inc.'s Modern Accounting Playbook (MAP) marked its 1,000th customer. The bundled software and services...
Editor’s note: ”A Day in the Life" is a series of interviews with finance leaders and business leaders that aims to...
As change is deemed as a permanent thing in this world, it is important that business leaders learn how to...
Chief financial officers are among some of the C-suite executives most involved in developing enterprise generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) strategies...
There are many issues and priorities that are high on the agenda of the Board and C-suite in 2024. According...
Change, as with what the old adage says, is a constant thing in our world. Regardless of how people wish...
For many entrepreneurs, an initial public offering (IPO) represents a significant milestone or growth opportunity. The potential rewards can be...
Acceptance of new technology among accounting staff within organisations dramatically reduces error rates, according to Gartner Inc. This observation follows...
Chief financial officers need to get decisions right for their organisations to provide business confidence in investing in growth. This...
Editor’s note: Have you already adopted agile budgeting? Pannie Sia (pictured), general manager, ASEAN, Workday explains what it is, how...
The financial landscape is evolving at breakneck speed, driven by big data, globalisation, and digitisation. The pressure on finance leaders...
A survey in accountancy and finance on current workplace and career challenges conducted by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants...
The buzzwords ESG and Sustainability have been used interchangeably in news reports and government policies nowadays. Both are related concepts,...
A strong diversity and inclusion culture is revealed to be a critical factor in deciding to work at an organisation....
Gartner says weak demand and rising costs will shrink earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) margins by more...
Editor’s note: ”A Day in the Life" is a series of interviews with finance leaders and business leaders that aims to...
The energy transition represents a transformative investment opportunity, with the world’s net-zero ambitions either coming to fruition or failing in...
Generative AI has quickly cemented its foothold in the public consciousness. It has sparked excitement around productivity increases and cost...
Chief financial officers are projecting higher budget for artificial intelligence in 2024, forcing conversations on AI ambition and policies, according...
Asia-Pacific has been a dynamic spark in a global economy hit by persistent inflationary pressures. The International Monetary Fund expects...
Singapore-headquartered technology firm Grab Holdings Limited has set the bar high for corporate response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Its swift...
Deloitte’s Financing the Green Energy Transition report found that new cost-reducing finance instruments can help de-risk green projects in developing economies while...
Digital transformation and functional improvement are the predominant themes through the top 10 priorities of chief financial officers, according to...
As a result of ongoing inflation, economic disruption, and the lowest growth project from The International Monetary Fund (IMF) since...
Electronic invoicing, known as e-invoicing, is the automated exchange of invoice information using a predefined electronic format. It improves efficiency,...
The accounts payable (AP) department goes beyond just ensuring that all bills and invoices are cleared on time. By accurately...
Natalie Runyon Natalie Runyon, director of ESG content and advisory services at Thomson Reuters Institute, predicts that in 2024, businesses...
The year 2024 brings a landscape of unprecedented challenges and opportunities for corporate treasurers. From the ongoing global conflicts to...
In recent years, the role of chief financial officer (CFO) has never been more challenging as it is fulfilling for...
As today's markets shift and financial leaders start to find their cost bases grow faster than assets under management, it...
Artificial intelligence is still on the threshold of business operations transformation, offering potential benefits for operational efficiency, cost savings, and...
Editor’s note: GenAI adoption is touted to bring benefits to enterprises and their finance functions. Nikhil Parambath (pictured), Regional Vice-President,...
Finance and accounting team members nowadays seek more effective communication and clearly defined roles and responsibilities to be able to...
Among the things finance leaders must focus on for the new year is undoubtedly the rising interest and trend on...
Financial leaders nowadays face challenges in maintaining and expanding revenue streams while contending with a growing shortage of talent within the...
Chief financial officers step into the new year with strategies in mind for the benefit of their organisations as a...
Cost pressures continue to ease according to accountants worldwide, but remain elevated by historical standards, said ACCA recently. The ACCA...
The near-term economic outlook for the ASEAN region in 2024 remains positive, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Rajiv Biswas,...
CFOs and businesses should expect higher cybersecurity risks in 2024 such as more large-scale cyberattacks on supply chains and critical...
Join Allison Bailey, Senior Partner and Global Leader of BCG's People and Organization Practice, as she shares her perspective on...
Global VC deals volume drops significantly, with investment sinking from US$531.4 billion across 51,894 deals in 2022 to $344 billion...
Systems powered by artificial intelligence are without a doubt revolutionising invoice processing in finance departments. The technological advancement provides more...
If there is one thing most people can agree on, it is the fact that the world today undergoes constant...
A record number of mid-market businesses expect an increase in profitability despite a drop in optimism, said Grant Thornton recently...
Embedding ESG is indeed a cross-functional endeavor within the organisation, as every department – from procurement to marketing to finance...
Focusing on leading transformation and culture change can enhance corporate reporting and strengthen the sustainability narrative, according to Ernst &...
When it comes to AI transformation, 73% of business leaders remain ill-equipped, citing limited time, people, and funds, said Kearney...
In the world we live in today, technological advancements play a crucial role in talent retention, even in the finance...
There are five emerging global trade dynamics in the coming decade, said Boston Consulting Group (BCG) recently. Among these five...
As finance chiefs, understanding the necessity of enterprise scalability in financial performance management should be included in their priorities list...
Two audit firm solutions of Wolters Kluwer have been pre-approved by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), a statutory board...
Talent shortage continues to persist in many parts of the world including Asia. In Singapore, for example, the shortage of...
The accounting industry is undergoing profound transformation due to rapid technological advancements across all sectors in the market. Changes from...
As part of strategising, financial leaders take the plunge to migrate finance systems to optimise operations and improve internal processes....
AMRO estimated that the country's economic growth would pick up to 6.3% in 2024 as external demand recovers. In addition,...
Cost pressure amid global economic shifts has become a top concern for 58% of SMEs as they also face workforce...
Building a culture of cost consciousness within an organisation is undeniably part of being an effective finance leader. To effectively...
Global M&A is set to grow again after losing steam in the final three months of 2023, said WTW recently....
Communicating the rationale for restructuring can be sound simple, but is actually requiring more than just a mere meeting with...
Corporate credit trends would diverge by region though global credit metrics are generally expected to be stable to improving this...
Business strategizing for the new year may seem all but simple, with fragmentation, uncertainty, and volatility as constants in a...
For finance chiefs, a more compelling vision is required for the future of finance and reporting. According to Ernst &...
Chief financial officers are now facing a conundrum as they plot the fiscal course of 2024’s business travel as it...
In 2023, the top priority of CFOs was evaluating the finance function strategy, scope and design. Marko Horvat, vice president...
Organisations that augment operations can unlock a 50% increase in worker efficiency, said IDC recently. According to the advisory firm’s...
The talk on standards and reporting on environmental, social, and governance (ESG), which refers to the factors that investors measure...
Fear of double taxation emerges among businesses amid global tax reform, said EY recently. Global tax reform, ineffective use of...
Trusting the cloud to manage financial data and reporting can be a game-changer for financial planning and analysis. Organisations can...
Cost reduction initiatives can yield significant benefits for organisations and their employees when approached strategically and executed effectively. If finance...
This week, PwC has a look at the past, present, and future. The OECD released revised Pillar Two revenue estimates...
Business leaders are struggling to turn GenAI hype into reality, said Boston Consulting Group (BCB) recently. According to a survey...
The digital transformation in all sectors across all departments has been evident over the last few years, especially following the...
To keep up--and even get ahead--of the race in the market today, chief financial officers must have a good grasp...
There are four Asia Pacific economies that Fitch Ratings expect to grow at least 5% in 2024. Economic growth in...
Although the new year has begun, trends in digital transformation seen in 2023 remain and finance leaders must have a...
CFOs, business leaders, and employers can help reduce attrition risk to less than 3% of workers when they prioritise psychological...
A look back at 2023 and it becomes clear that persistent challenges were the norm for much of the year...
Amidst the digital transformation, it is imperative that chief financial officers know the way around the challenges of safeguarding against...
One defining feature of the geopolitical environment in 2024 will be multipolarity, according to Ernst & Young. As a greater...
The Asia Pacific economic outlook is expected to remain bright in 2024 after a rapid expansion in 2023, said Rajiv...
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of various technological advancements to keep up with the evolving market and the...
Adopting an ESG strategy can be seen as more than just a tick-box exercise or a means of delivering on...
Cloud computing enables companies to adapt to changing business models, both strategically and operationally. According to IDC, companies are migrating...
Statista forecasts the global cloud ERP market will reach US$40.5 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 13.6% during...
The cloud has opened new possibilities for CFOs and CIOs to think differently about their IT infrastructure, and how they...
Editor’s note: Female finance professionals need to remember “I CAN”—the initials of inclusivity, courage, authenticity, and network, said Sarah Ghosh...
Agile planning makes room for development and progress from limited insight and hindsight to a good scenario planning among finance...
As the market shifts here and there, the role of the chief financial officer continue to evolve, juggling priorities and...
Chris Woo, Asia Pacific & Singapore Tax Leader, PwC Singapore, shares his insights into tax challenges affecting Asia Pacific companies...
When it comes to corporate reporting, there are multiple challenges facing CFOs, said EY recently. In the face of a...
Chief financial officers in 2024 will find themselves caught in the middle of geopolitical shifts and evolving economic landscapes, calling...
Hong Kong exports are expected to grow by 4% to 6% next year—a sharp contrast to the 11% decline in...
Chief financial officers in the Asia-Pacific region will be zeroing in on revenue growth for the next 12 months, according...
With the new year now up and running, finance leaders must be able to keep up with the trends that...
Global trade is set to rebound modestly after two consecutive years of below-average global GDP growth, said Allianz recently when...
The decision to outsource certain functions within the organisation has become a strategic choice for many companies seeking to optimise...
Chief financial officers in the Asia-Pacific across various sectors such as financial services, life sciences and health care, manufacturing, public...
IPOs in China are expected to maintain its pace in 2024 while the Hong Kong market would rebound when US...
Malaysia Aviation Group’s (MAG) post-pandemic balance sheet is healthier than before COVID-19. The company reported a post-tax profit of RM1.146...
With the fast pace of the world nowadays, financial leaders face challenges in maintaining and expanding revenue streams while contending...
The chief financial officer role is now being seen as a key driver in the digital modernisation of organisations, according...
The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region should remain resilient in 2024 to challenges from slowing global growth, high interest rates, and lingering...
When it comes to support for future finance talent in the new year, the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA)...
Providing support to an organisation's finance team is a must in intensifying the focus on risk management. In the Association...
There are ways to mitigate insolvency risk though no organisation can eliminate the issue completely. According to trade credit insurer...
Building an effective risk culture and alignment to organisational objectives is a critical step on risk management, which can impact...
When it comes to streamlining financial operations, Singapore shows strong optimism towards AI to improve business and financial resilience, said...
Accounting professionals are often tangled within intricate financial landscapes, working against tight deadlines and managing complex regulations. This demand for...
In a bid to impact the organisation and drive change, the chief financial officer (CFO) and their colleagues must become...
Asia Pacific consumers will likely have more to spend on discretionary items in 2024, said Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI) recently....
Starting the journey of accelerating sustainability with artificial intelligence may be tricky, let alone puzzling at times. AI can help...
Finance leaders, including organisations' chief financial officers, are now required to have a firm grasp of technology, even if in...
In addition to three 2024 predictions for finance from SAP Concur executives, today we have two more from the company...
Financial reporting specialist and lecturer Adam Deller explains the basic principles of IAS 2, Inventories
SAP Concur has revealed key 2024 predictions for finance by its executives. For the upcoming year, AI is the connecting...
Among all that has happened over the past few years following the COVID-19 pandemic, transformations within various areas of business...
The integration of artificial intelligence in an organisation's finance function and accounting services has been proven to be a necessary...
Augmenting people potential to democratise action on sustainability has become one of the more important things to consider as an...
Firms in Singapore need to produce plans for reducing their carbon emissions, according to a report from ACCA, IFAC and...
Artificial intelligence can help financial leaders create the timely insights needed to unlock exponential natural, social and economic value, according...
Electric vehicle (EV) sales value across ASEAN-6 countries are expected to hit US$80 billion to US$100 billion by 2035 from...
When it comes to cybersecurity budget, retail CFOs in Asia Pacific might have to reconsider the amount of resources allocated...
The role of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in the organisation has expanded significantly, with the changes taking...
When it comes to global business travel forecasts for 2024, the good news is that airfares look set to stabilise...
Finance leaders must recognise the opportunity posed by automation in staff engagement and retention as this can be key for...
The CFO role has been seeing shifts in the retail industry recently, as the position is seemingly no longer tied...
In the US, the US Federal Reserve is set to introduce to the local market FedNow – an instant payment...
When it comes the top risks for 2024, economic conditions and inflationary pressure emerge as the top near-term concerns for...
Undeniably, the role of the chief financial officer has evolved over the past few years as the market steers toward...
As part of the journey to better sustainable reporting in 2024, a chief financial officer must understand how he or...
Forward-thinking boards are including AI-related goals in management's scorecards, said Grant Thornton.
When it comes to real generative AI use cases, the number of enterprises that are in the experimentation and expansion...
As part of the process to better sustainable reporting which is tipped to become a vital topic in 2024, verification...
China is currently facing an economic slowdown following the pandemic, which have raised concerns among ratings agencies that led to...
Asia Pacific medical costs and healthcare benefit costs will continue to rise, said WTW recently when releasing results of its...
An organisation's chief financial officer undoubtedly plays a vital role in enhancing investor relations and leading fundraising efforts, especially in...
“The role of the CFO has become one of the most complex and demanding in the C-suite. From financial expertise...
Utilising technological advancements in the face of a fast-changing world is definitely considered a smart move that requires careful financial...
Cyber and digital technology risks are a key concern for businesses and risk leaders in 2023, even as 60% see...
Being a chief financial officer (CFO) pertains not just to a career progression but the initiation of a whole new...
Artificial intelligence and machine learning have been changing how things are being done in different industries. The duo basically shakes...
When it comes to AI success in finance functions, there are three characteristics that the function needs to have and...
Looking forward to 2024, finance leaders must gear up for the new challenges the new year will bring. Along with...
As the world veers toward a new year, it is important that finance leaders know what to expect in the...
Will you outsource cybersecurity? According to Kaspersky, more than one in two companies in Asia Pacific plan to outsource cybersecurity....
The demand for sustainability reporting has been increasingly growing, driving actions by organisations for better business, according to the Association of...
The IDC InfoBrief, The Evolving Role of the CFO in 2023, revealed that more than 80% of manufacturing and distribution...
“The manufacturing landscape is changing. Supply chain disruptions, workforce shortages, shifting costs, and other factors are impacting operations and changing...
Cloud computing is poised to become a business cornerstone by 2028, according to Milind Govekar, VP analyst at Gartner, Inc....
Megatrends are creating risks in new areas that are more connected than ever before and unprecedented in scale and complexity,...
The new year is around the corner. What’re your 2024 predictions for finance and accounting? BlackLine said there are several...
Institutions and investors must close the financing gap to transition to net-zero and mitigate risks surrounding green projects, according to...
Finance leaders and professionals around the world are yet to concoct their plans on sustainability, according to a joint research...
Vantage Data Centers, a global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, recently announced the appointment of Joel Cheah as CFO,...
Private equity activity picks up in Southeast Asia in the third quarter of 2023, according to a survey by Ernst...
Harnessing data gathered from various channels can be helpful in a finance leader's operational skills as this enables him to...
Editor’s note: Kris Giswold (pictured), Senior Vice President, Finance, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (AMEA), at Mondelez believes that...
Treading along the rapidly changing market has been proven to be not the easiest task, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic...
It is not always on the obvious side of the business world, but climate risks and sustainability are among the...
Asia Pacific is business leaders’ top destination for expansion despite lower appetite for M&A, said EY recently when releasing its...
Technological advancements over the recent years have been proven to make life easier for people in making payment transactions as...
The business world is undoubtedly currently on a race to maximise digital technology advancement, with leaders pondering on the best...
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) calls for IFRS 17 disclosures improvements in its recently published IFRS 17 'Insurance Contracts' thematic...
As technological advancements continue to dominate the business world, including the financial function, it is only fair that finance leaders...
Malaysia’s growth momentum is expected to be sustained this year by resilient domestic demand and stronger tourism recovery amid the...
There are five key M&A trends for 2024 while AI would reignite the global market, said WTW recently. Historic levels...
To be able to harness technology's full potential, leaders must be able to fully understand how it works. Alongside understanding...
Finance leaders must be keen to monitor the ongoing trends in technologies across various sectors as this can be significant...
Though global growth will slow in 2024 as high interest rates percolate through credit channels to the real economy, it...
Adopting a good and progressive generative artificial intelligence mindset is essential in today's journey to technological advancements in the finance...
Accountants play a role in helping out people who lack the foresight of what happens in the future of their...
Business investment would increase though firms in many countries are dealing with the highest interest rates they have seen in...
As new technology flourish in today's global business scene, there is an observed growing concern among traditional accounting and finance...
Top 2024 macro-credit risks include tight liquidity and funding conditions, uncertainty about China’s macroeconomic outlook and property sector, and geopolitical...
Business leaders in Singapore are finding it challenging to deal with the reporting and data collection for environmental, social, and...
Cross-border payment innovations are gearing towards a new phase in the Asia-Pacific region, according to Meng Liu, a senior analyst...
Organisation leaders need to keep an eye out for cash management and treasury management for the optimisation of their financial...
Greenwashing remains a perceived issue among investors. More than nine in ten investors (94%) believe corporate reporting on sustainability performance...
Sustainability has been among the talk of the town in recent months, and investors have been pressing to understand how...
Listings for initial public offerings in Southeast Asia have seen a "healthy" count for the first 10 and a half...
Companies must adapt and become learning organisations to thrive with GenAI.GenAI yields up to 30% productivity gains, but proper implementation...
There are several top M&A trends in 2004, according to advisory firm Gartner. These top M&A trends in 2024 include...
Accountants nowadays are expected to adapt and acquire new skills to stay ahead of the curve as the business environment...
Organisations seek new ways to cope with record temperatures and extreme weather as the numerous climate crises continuously become industry...
Consumers plan to spend less due to rising cost of living and concerns about climate change, said EY recently. While...
In the bid to keep up with the sustainability shifts, finance leaders must look into upskilling employees to rise to...
As the observed momentum behind sustainability and dynamic shifts in consumer behaviour undoubtedly has profound implications for any company, it...
Carsome Group Inc., a Southeast Asian integrated car e-Commerce platform, announced recently its appointment of Miguel Fernandez as its group...
Spreadsheet use remains a staple of many business functions. And why not? It is relatively easy to use. The software...
A global survey by management and consulting firm Bain & Company revealed that there are high levels of concern among...
As open source, cloud-native computing, and other new-age cloud technologies prove to becoming more important as times go by in...
Human capital is no longer simply a “people problem” but a key business risk that is fuelled by rising health...
The marketing planning process, although tedious, can prove to serve long-term financial benefits for the organisation if done properly and...
Most finance functions are behind other functions in AI implementation. According to a survey of 130 finance leaders and 91...
In the fast-paced world we live in, finance leaders are expected to keep up with the changing practices in the...
Skills related to open source and cloud-native computing are proving to becoming more important as times go by, opening doors...
Real salaries in Singapore are estimated to rebound in 2024 as inflation eases, said ECA International recently. Workers in city...
It’s a term that’s used a lot but is often misunderstood. Harvard Business School professor Amy Edmondson, who coined the...
With the advancements in technology coming in left and right, cyber risks are constantly looming over the head of financial...
Chief financial officers and financial leaders are seen and considered as one of the drivers for their organisations' environmental, social,...
China’s economic growth is estimated to hit 5.4% in 2023 said IMF recently. The fund raised its forecast for China’s...
The ongoing march of change has repeatedly validated the business benefits realized through the efficacy and responsiveness of a cloud-based...
This IDC InfoBrief provides an overview of the challenges that CFOs and finance teams face when accelerating their digital transformation...
Finding the best people to help out your organisation is a crucial task for leaders, as the choices made can...
Generative AI benefits will only be realised by 30% of Asia Pacific firms that have more mature IT practices, according...
In today's fast-paced world, creating an effective audit procedure is critical for companies to remain competitive and adhere to evolving...
The year 2023 is almost coming to its conclusion and 2024 is just around the corner. As most sectors brace...
There’s a pinch of optimism in Asia despite global economic uncertainty. While there is an anticipation of global trade expanding...
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants qualification is gaining popularity in India, according to Helen Brand, the body's chief executive...
There are several major credit trends in 2024, said Moody’s recently. These major credit trends are as follows. Interest rates...
When we talk about progress and innovation, it is a given that in one way or another, we’ll have to...
Initial public offerings or IPOs are among the significant milestones for a company as it transition to one open to...
Weighed down by a weakening global economy, Singapore’s economy is expected to grow at a moderate pace in 2023. Inflation...
The Southeast Asian digital economy is flourishing despite global macroeconomic headwinds. The region’s gross merchandise value (GMV) continues an upward...
Proactively managing security risks has its own advantages, especially considering the fast pace of digital transformation around the world. Organisations...
Many chief financial officers, if not all, undeniably aspire to take on the top job of their organisations one day...
Nium announced recently the launch of Global FX, a product built for FX risk mitigation and transparency in global money...
The Asia-Pacific region has entered its "golden era" of digital economy, according to a report by the World Economic Forum...
Chief financial officers, apart from their apparent role of overseeing the financial activities of the organisation, are found to have...
Both tax and finance leaders are set to increase investment in digital transformation, said Thomson Reuters recently when releasing a...
Cloud computing has been proven to play a role in revolutionising how businesses innovate and grow in today’s hypercompetitive global...
A number of finance leaders in the Southeast Asian region were revealed to have been pursuing a bold transformation agenda...
After the tumult of the pandemic years, many technology companies are now seeking stability through long-term profitable growth. An organisation’s...
Chief financial officers in Southeast Asia are well-placed to play a more strategic role in their organisations, making them more...
The rules of engagement in cybersecurity are constantly shifting as criminal gangs and nation-states are using new technologies, including artificial...
Businesses are betting big on generative AI to gain an edge despite hurdles to adoption and M&A challenge, said EY...
As more high-value treasury operations require cross-functional collaboration, data integration between systems becomes essential. The advantages of seamless data integration...
The banking industry has been facing tremendous challenges especially following the COVID-19 pandemic situation as extreme volatility remains in the...
Financial reporting specialist and lecturer Adam Deller explains the basic principles of IAS 21, The Effects of Changes in Foreign...
Investment-grade corporates face the risk of climate-related downgrades. According to Fitch Ratings, more than half of global corporates that may...
Operational inefficiencies today are often brought about by the rising costs of cloud computing, opening a new discussion regarding cloud...
As today's world evolve along with technology, finance leaders are expected to keep up so as not to be left...
Chief financial officers are indicating a substantial increase in focus on ESG programs, according to an annual survey by global...
Major cybersecurity trends in 2024 would centre around AI, hactivism, and weaponised Deepfakes. According to Check Point Research (CPR), there’s...
Scams and frauds in banking are undeniably not a new thing anymore as fraudsters have found more ways to do...
Finance leaders are expected to keep up with the changing practices in businesses and enterprises globally, including the area of...
Insolvencies in Asia are expected to see a moderate increase next year before stabilising in 2025, as a result of...
Corporate financial performance saw improvements in the third quarter of 2023, according to a report by KPMG. The KPMG Financial...
Business leaders see benefits in the adoption of non-fungible tokens or NFTs, according to a joint study by Bain &...
Talent attraction in Asia Pacific is more than offering the right employees with financial benefits, according to Randstad’s recently released...
The advent of digital technology is already having its weight in the way organisations run their tax departments. With that...
Adopting artificial intelligence in an organisation's day-to-day business is undeniably a strategic move to boost operations and decision-making. It is...
When it comes to third-party risk management, organisations are redefining their approaches, with a focus on talent and strengthening the...
The Internet of Things (IoT) is currently revolutionising business operations, enabling data-driven decision-making and efficiency--an area finance leaders must always...
Cloud accounting is rapidly gaining popularity among chartered accountants as digital technology advancements and the growth of cloud computing continue...
Asia continues to fuel global growth, but economic momentum is slowing. Risks to the outlook are more balanced now, but...
BlackLine recently announced new features to make finance transformation more efficiently.The company has added Microsoft Teams integration and introduced new...
Finance leaders are in need to keep up with the rapidly changing market brought about by the advent of artificial...
Chief financial officers are now turning out to hold a critical role in companies’ low-carbon transition. Because of this, finance leaders...
Coming from a standpoint of the 2022 macroeconomic backdrop, where finance leaders were required to go beyond numbers and drive...
Five-year refinancing needs drop to lowest level since a Moody’s study in 2017, said the credit rating agency when releasing...
Hong Kong and Singapore lenders are expected to improve their operating efficiency in the coming months amid higher net interest margins,...
https://youtu.be/eHND7xFhKd8 Accountants and other professionals involved in implementing sustainability reporting regularly face ethical dilemmas. The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants...
IT services company IBM is expanding its relationship with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver joint solutions upgraded with generative...
Southeast Asia consumer confidence is on track for a rebound as value-seekers embrace new needs, said Bain recently. According to...
Finance leaders are now starting to delve deeper and ask bigger questions to tech professionals amid the rapidly changing world...
China-based technology company Baidu launched a new version of its artificial intelligence model, Ernie 4.0, which uses algorithms to produce...
Chief financial officers are predicting net profit growth in 2023, according to a new survey from advisory firm Grant Thornton...
Editor’s note: Eileen Chua (pictured), Managing Director, SAP Singapore shared with FutureCFO in a recent interview why psychological safety and...
The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) ordered domestic brokerages’ overseas units to stop opening new stock accounts for onshore investors...
With great advancements in technology come greater risks posed on organisations around the world. From reconnaissance to action, generative artificial...
Yesterday we listed the first three key drivers of transformation success that CFOs must know according to EY. Today, we...
Senior executives in companies are looking into using generative artificial intelligence for cyber defence in the next 12 months, according...
In a fast-changing space we live in today, it is important to keep up through setting strategic initiatives to not...
The ASEAN+3 region is expected to remain resilient despite the likely slowdown in the global economy next year. AMRO forecasts...
There are six key drivers of transformation success that CFOs must know, said EY when releasing results of its research...
Emerging technologies such as generative AI have caught both business and tech leaders unprepared, said PwC recently. The company’s 2024...
Data centres in the Southeast Asia region need to evolve to meet changing demands and stakeholder expectations amid the growth...
While cyber defence cost is increasing, just one in five cybersecurity leaders considers their organisation’s defence approach to be effective,...
Finality in blockchain refers to the unchangeable confirmation of a transaction or a block of transactions. This is attained by...
Generative artificial intelligence is stepping in the scene of marketing content production, according to Deloitte Digital’s new research. The study,...
When it comes to business sentiment, business leaders remain confident on three-year outlook though they are now grappling with multiple...
In the face of the many advancements now in data and technology, it is undeniable that accountants are put in...
When it comes to business travel expenses, CFOs have to be aware that hotel rates likely will continue to rise...
Global volumes of initial public offerings around the world fell 5% year over year in the first three quarters of...
IFAC Board Member Margrét Pétursdóttir discusses the important role professional accountants play in understanding the accuracy of non-financial information, with...
One of the major IFRS 17 challenges is that it’s disrupting business as usual for insurers. According to a WTW...
Accountants remain the most trusted players in tax, according to a survey by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA),...
The increase in insolvencies continues at an accelerated pace in 2023, followed by a more tempered increase in 2024, said...
Accountants are optimistic about digital transformation, including artificial intelligence, according to a survey by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants...
HMD Global, the maker of Nokia-branded smartphones, said recently that it has appointed Tanuj Patro as CFO for India &...
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions, and Alliances (IMAA) signed a strategic cooperation...
The global economic growth is estimated to reach 3% in 2023 and 2.7% in 2024, said OECD recently. A disproportionate...
Artificial intelligence spending in the Asia-Pacific region is expected to surge to US$78.4 billion by 2027, according to International Data...
Cash management has made its way into becoming a key competency for leadership teams in protecting their companies’ overall long-term...
Southeast Asian conglomerates significantly underperformed pure plays in terms of annualised total shareholder return in last decade, said Bain recently....
In today's fast-paced world, it is imperative that businesses must get accustomed to the latest developments in their organisation's various...
A majority of business and personal activity involving sending Chinese data abroad will no longer need to go under a...
A lot has changed when the COVID-19 pandemic hit the world--there is no question about that. Businesses and firms trod...
The BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two global minimum tax project – some 4 years in the making – is reaching a...
There are three distinct generative AI conversations that CFOs, especially those from large enterprises, must conduct, said Gartner recently. According...
Artificial intelligence for IT operations (AIOps) platform Avantra is releasing its new Avantra 24 AIOps platform for SAP operations automation,...
Singapore sees a threefold increase in cyberattacks against SMBs, with 453 attacks targeted at this type of businesses in 1H2023...
Enterprise cloud application provider Workday, Inc. launched a series of new artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to boost employee...
Global financial crime compliance costs among financial institutions totalled over US$206 billion in the past 12 months, according to a...
CFOs are pressured to push mandates to cut software spend between 10% to 30%, as the current economic downturn, funding...
Treasury professionals see macroeconomic risk as one of the hardest to manage. According to Association For Financial Professionals’ 2023 AFP...
Digital leaders are confident that embracing technology across various areas of business is bringing productivity gains, according to a latest...
Gartner dives deep into the role of artificial intelligence in making crucial business decisions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tASU9yfMdSU Mark McDonald, senior director analyst...
Shadow credit in China is expected to remain subdued, said Moody’s recently. According to the firm, shadow banking as a...
Every payment company has an opportunity to unlock the power of generative AI in three areas of the business, said...
The fact that investment tools developed by artificial intelligence share core technology poses underlying risks in the stability of the...
The chief financial officer role in organisations has been evolving, with mid-size and small firms, including start-ups, now embracing the...
Chris Bradley, McKinsey Global Institute Director and Senior Partner, discusses why he thinks Asia is on the cusp of a...
There are five generative AI use cases for CFOs, said Alexander Bant, vice president for the Gartner Finance practice recently....
Generative Artificial Intelligence has found its way into India’s goods and services tax (GST) management landscape, serving as a powerful...
Travel providers are embracing automation and next-generation technology to ease workforce constraints as they rebound from lows brought by the...
Revenue operations has garnered much attention as a way to overcome challenges as B2B organisations tend to look to operations teams...
However, we may belittle it as a product of the late 70s technology, the spreadsheet remains a preferred first tool...
Hong Kong’s economy is poised to rebound strongly this year, before moderating toward trend growth next year, said ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic...
It is a given that good collaboration between different functions within an organisation is crucial for the company’s success. This...
British multinational oil and gas company BP named Kate Thomson as its interim chief financial officer, according to an announcement...
Pay, along with employees’ well-being concerns and preference for remote workplace set-up, were found to prolong workplace tensions, posing difficulties...
Global non-cash transaction volumes will reach 1.3 trillion by 2023, said Capgemini Research Institute recently when releasing its 2023 World...
The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures on Sept. 18 released its final recommendations on nature-related risk management and disclosure, aligned...
Trust in AI remains a concern among the majority of business leaders though they believe their organisations would benefit from...
A fractional chief financial officer is an outsourced financial professional providing high-level financial management and strategic guidance to a company...
Defaults among APAC high-yield nonfinancial firms will decline in 2023, with the default rate falling to 4.9% from 11.7% in...
Having the most talented team isn’t enough. Coaches do matter but the question is how.
There are five challenges facing CFOs in a deadweight economy, said Gartner recently. According to the advisory firm, CFOs now...
The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team performs budgeting, forecasting, and analysis that support major corporate decisions of the CFO,...
When it comes to tax transformation, compliance is seen as the greatest challenge among 43% of companies surveyed by Deloitte....
BlackLine said it has announced the first AI-enabled intercompany accounting capabilities. Designed to prevent transaction failures before they occur and...
Unmanaged digital sovereign risk is set to impact 30% of multinational organisations that will experience revenue loss, brand damage or...
Asia Pacific sovereigns are seeing diverging reserve dynamics, said Fitch Ratings recently. Some central banks have been able to accumulate...
A watershed moment for the ISSB as IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 are released. Mark Vaessen explains.
“I think we need to recognise that the CFO role can mean a lot of different things in different businesses....
Global Great Resignation looks to continue despite a cooling economy globally, said PwC recently when releasing its 2023 Global Workforce Hopes...
Atradius has recently upgraded its global GDP growth forecast for 2023 to 2.4%, which is a slowdown from 2022 but...
Asia Pacific business leaders eye AI and dealmaking as fears of a severe recession fade. This is according to the...
How businesses can balance sustainability and resilience amid continuous disruption is an important question to ask in the age of...
Asia’s emerging market economies are driving global growth and are expected to outperform advanced counterparts in terms of GDP growth...
Financial reporting specialist and lecturer Adam Deller explains the basic principles of IAS 23, Borrowing Costs.
Editor’s note: A certified public accountant herself, Tammy Coley (pictured), Chief Transformation Officer at BlackLine, shared with FutureCFO audiences how...
When it comes to the latest M&A trend, business leaders expect to see a rebound into 2024, according to EY....
Top industries in Hong Kong expected to hire thoughout 2023 include banking and finance, technology, and sustainability, said Hays recently...
There is a sign showing a surge in cybercrime, according to Check Point Research (CPR)— the threat intelligence arm of...
Global business optimism is rising as inflation starts to show signs of easing. According to Grant Thornton’s International Business Report...
Great coaching is about developing care and trust with those you lead, but also pushing them--hard--towards greatness. It's a difficult...
Optimism in ASEAN remains though inflation is fuelling concerns about a possible economic downturn in the region, said UOB recently...
Businesses face a tremendous number of uncertainties. And this list is only getting longer daily, with many uncertainties remaining persistent....
When it comes to the main credit risks, inflation and interest rates remain the most significant watch item for global...
There is an overlooked multi-trillion dollar opportunity in consumer business, said BCG recently. This overlooked multi-trillion dollar opportunity comes from...
Marriott International announced recently the appointment of Christina Chan as CFO, Asia Pacific (excluding China). A 23-year veteran of the...
Gartner says to build an AI-driven finance organisation for the future will require a combination of technical and business skills...
Business leaders’ confidence in AI are tempered by social, ethical, and security risks, said EY recently when releasing results of...
Editor’s note: Lucia Real-Martin (pictured), Executive Director, Relationships at ACCA shed light on the challenges facing female finance professionals and...
Think of services like ChatGPT as an infinitely helpful, eager-to-please intern that also happens to lie from time to time....
Shared services consolidate business operations that are used by multiple parts of the same organisation. In the finance function, basic...
When it comes to planning and budgeting, Forrester advised that more realistic budget expectations will serve leaders well as they...
The future of metaverse is rosy despite recent headlines claiming that “metaverse-hype” is dying down, said Bain & Company recently....
Hong Kong employees prefer working in local firms and particularly in the energy and environmental sector, said Randstad recently. Out...
Emerging risks for enterprises now includes AI as technologies such as ChatGPT and Google Bard have become widely available, said...
Higher interest rates are helping cool inflation, and quick action stopped further banking turmoil, but growth is being held back...
Global business travel and events costs are set to climb higher through the remainder of 2023 and into 2024, albeit...
Captioned photo: (left) Lim Swee Keng, group head of finance at CCH receiving the award from Daniel Leung (right), country...
When it comes to the highest expatriate packages, Hong Kong re-entered the top five global locations in 2022 — up...
The impact of a major cyber incident is on average a 9% drop in shareholder value — over and above...
Over the past few years, customer and market trends had been affected by global disruptions causing manufacturers to reconsider their...
"Economic uncertainty and unreliable supply chains presented challenges for manufacturing leaders trying to anticipate demand, maintain supply, and prioritise fulfilment,"...
What are tax leaders’ top priorities today? According to Deloitte’s Global Tax Policy Survey 2023, Pillar Two, tax transparency, international...
Data science and machine learning is evolving from just focusing on predictive models, toward a more democratised, dynamic and data-centric...
There are six macro forces that shape business innovation, according to Deloitte.
The sharp rebound in global confidence in the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has ended, according to the latest...
Global VC investment dropped for the sixth consecutive quarter in Q2’2023 – falling from US$86.2 billion across 10,121 deals in...
An ageing population will drag on growth of six Asian economies, said Moody’s recently. The growth of six Asian economies...
Editor’s note: Have you ever had any regrets from unrealised dreams? Clodagh Farrell (pictured), Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Asia...
The demand for mobile wallets, online banking services, and the increasing adoption of digital technologies has led to the expansion...
Hong Kong-headquartered Rosewood Hotel Group recently announced the appointment of Kevin Yung as CFO. In the past years, Yung was...
In the bustling world of finance, a quiet revolution is underway, powered by artificial intelligence (AI). This transformative technology has...
Whether you call it grit or resilience, it's what helps your team build mental muscle for the lows and highs...
To become a value-adding CFO, one needs to adopt integrative thinking, said ACCA recently. CFOs need to change their mode...
Editor’s note: Alex Macaire (pictured), Group CFO of Techcombank in Vietnam shared the bank’s ongoing digital transformation journey, its learning...
A new BCG-Visa study revealed that embedded Finance will unlock US$242 billion in revenue opportunity across Asia Pacific by 2025...
The global economy is more resilient than previously, said IMF recently when unveiling its latest World Economic Outlook. The IMF...
The top strategic business priority shared by CFOs and CEOs is growth while they rate inflation as a top factor...
Private equity investors have ample incentive to get moving after four quarters of relative inactivity, said Bain & Company recently....
To benefit fully from the “magic” of generative AI, companies should explore both productivity-focused and innovation-centric use cases. BCG’s Suchi...
Most rated Chinese corporates would see stable outlook in terms of credit quality over the next few months, despite soft...
China’s economic growth would stay above target though recovery momentum fades, said Fitch recently. Recent data point to a swiftly...
E-mail phishing attacks in Singapore remain to be a major concern as 55% (852,823) of the 1.556 million phishing emails...
When it comes to boards’ top ESG priorities, a majority of board members worldwide (75%) agree that a coherent ESG...
Faced with ongoing market volatility, the enterprise C-suite is leaning on its treasury teams like never before to protect company...
Creating a healthy team culture starts with the coach: setting the tone, defining expectations, and providing clear criteria for what...
The top priorities for chief audit executives (CAEs) in 2023 are advancing data analytics, providing assurance on proliferating digital risks,...
When it comes to employee performance, a 10% increase in monthly stock investment returns leads to 3.8% decrease in work...
Business optimism is on an upswing despite inflation, geopolitical instability, and talent disruptors, said Deloitte recently.According to the Fortune/Deloitte CEO...
When it comes to finance transformation, CFOs need to make bolder change for a lasting impact. According to the EY 2023...
The need of talent cultivation has driven the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants to launch the ISCA Global Talent Programme,...
Without a doubt, artificial intelligence (AI) is now a topic of interest among CFOs. How to properly channel this interest...
There’s a huge, important difference between rote repetition and deliberate practice. This is Part 3 of our series exploring what...
AI and analytics will be will be critical to corporate success over the next two years, according to a survey...
The first quarter of 2023 saw global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity continue to shrink as rising interest rates, high...
CFOs and business leaders need to be aware that ransomware had become the most widespread malware-as-a-Service between 2015 and 2022....
The IPO markets in China and Hong Kong to become more robust in 2H 2023, said Deloitte China's Capital Market...
While 90% of CFOs and tax leaders expect a “significant” or “moderate” impact from BEPS 2.0, only 30% have completed...
This year, significant macroeconomic disruptions are on the horizon. Facing the pressing issues of rising costs, inflation, and risk –...
The accountancy and finance profession has a key role to play in driving a journey toward social equity while organisations...
Recognising potential where others might not is the key to getting great talent. This is Part 2 of our series...
Technology spending in Asia Pacific will remain robust and grow by 5.8% to hit US$732 billion in 2023, said Forrester...
When it comes to upskilling for AI, have you helped employees adapt to changes at work? Younger generations are also...
What do Gen Z and millennial employees want? How can business leaders do a better job of retaining and attracting...
The global economic outlook is improving though recovery is expected to be weak, said OECD recently. According to the OECD’s...
Rising prices and interest rates along with other economic factors beyond a company’s control are leading CFOs to show the...
Asia Pacific has emerged as the new ground zero for cybercrime incidents, said Check Point recently. According to a report...
IFAC CEO Kevin Dancey shares an update on the global state of sustainability reporting and assurance.
China’s FMCG sector is showing signs of recovery and building the momentum for a positive rest of 2023 after a...
As cost of living concerns continue to bite, one in four workers are looking for new jobs, said PwC recently...
Hong Kong-listed Prudential announced recently the appointment of Ben Bulmer as CFO, subject to regulatory approval. Bulmer is currently CFO,...
The IMF announced recently a plan to launch a global digital currency platform for central banks. The platform for central...
When its comes to the most expensive cities in the world, Singapore has risen eight places in ECA’s recently released...
Financial reporting specialist and lecturer Adam Deller explains the basic principles of IAS 16, Property, Plant and Equipment.
How many enterprise technology purchases did you regret? According to a Gartner survey, 60% of technology buyers involved in decisions...
Have you come up with a plan to provide generative AI training for employees? According to a study by Boston...
The talent war in Hong Kong has driven employers to target an “above market” benefits position to attract top talent....
Is cyber resilience a priority of your organisation? According to IDC 2022 Future Enterprise Resiliency and Spending Survey, 65% of enterprises...
Editor's note: Steve Vintz (pictured), CFO at Tenable — an exposure management company — shared with his professional peers what...
In an autonomous finance function, processes and activities are partly governed and majority operated by self-learning software agents that optimise...
What is the easiest way to have Excel create an automated forecast leveraging your time-series data? Dr. Kevin Kelly takes...
There are three human leadership pillars that CFOs need in the era of finance AI, said Gartner recently. These three...
When it comes to the recent cybersecurity trends, attackers were found to leverage more than 500 unique tools and tactics...
India’s Internet economy is set to grow to US$1 trillion by 2030 from about US$175 billion of consumption in 2022,...
Emerging financial fault lines in Asia Pacific may induce sovereigns, central banks and companies in the region to diversify the...
Environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) is a serious business. The term ESG got public attention in a joint report...
The CFO role continues to evolve, with the new generation of finance leaders driving a broader view of business performance...
Getting your data into Excel can be a chore, but Dr. Kevin Kelly, shows how to “scrape the web” to...
To build an AI-driven finance organisation, CFOs should embrace AI as an organisational role rather than just a technical skill,...
When it comes to generative AI and the workplace, the right question to ask is how you can integrate the...
When it comes to R&D reporting, ACCA said there’s substantial room for improvement. According to a new research by ACCA...
S&P forecasts that Asia-Pacific will achieve real growth of 3.5% in 2023 while Europe and the U.S. will likely face...
Cross-border M&A is an important way that Asia Pacific’s top 50 consumer product companies (CP 50) adopt to expedite growth,...
Editor's Note: Farah Rosley (pictured), Malaysia Tax Managing Partner, Ernst & Young Tax Consultants Sdn Bhd shared with FutureCFO her...
The Solver add-in to Excel expands your analytical toolkit by optimising your model output to fit your goals, such as...
Cross-border corporate sukuk issuance is set to rise significantly from 2022 lows, with companies in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)...
Indonesia’s private education institute BINA NUSANTARA (BINUS) Group has deployed Workday technologies to expedite its digital transformation. According to the...
Singapore had the highest rate of ransomware attacks, with 84% of organisations surveyed reporting they were a victim of this...
Editors’ note: Sheree Lim (pictured), Head of Treasury Business Transformation, Group Treasury Department at Technip Energies throws light on how...
Data quality is of paramount importance to the effective use of data analytics, but it remains a tall order to...
Howard Morgan Chair and General Partner of B Capital provides insight on the latest digital transformations and how they affect...
Global top 100 firms have seen their largest market capitalisation drop by 11% in 2023, equivalent to almost US$3.8 trillion, said...
Jedox announces integration with ChatGPT allowing organisations to leverage generative AI in their integrated business planning (IBP) process. The ChatGPT...
While organisations are recovering from business interruption and supply chain disruption brought by the Covid-19 pandemic, new emerging disruptions and...
Quality of cyber defences directly Impacts insurability, premium costs, and policy terms, said Sophos recently. According to the firm’s new...
The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) announced recently a S$2 million AI for accounting initiative. According to the accountancy...
In today's world, one thing is certain – uncertainty. This notion is reinforced by the World Uncertainty Index (see Figure...
Irina Ipatova, Associate Partner at KPMG explains the IASB’s plans to revise its proposed approach to disclosures on the top-up...
CFOs tend to underestimate the impact of layoffs on shareholder returns, said Gartner recently. Given a higher cost of capital,...
The Asian economic outlook stays positive as the region’s domestic demand has so far remained strong despite monetary tightening, said...
Risk culture has changed for the better, said ACCA recently when releasing results of a survey. According to the accountancy...
The global economy runs on efficient cross-border account-to-account (A2A) payments, and yet the average global straight-through processing (STP) rate is...
China’s financial holding companies regulations curtail systemic risk by bridging a regulatory gap and segregating financial and non-financial risks, said...
AI investment is set to see an increase as ChatGPT publicity has prompted organisations to take a closer look at...
How do business leaders find the balance between experimentation and risk with productivity and competitive advantage when it comes to...
The top risks facing directors include economic and cyber risks particularly those associated with data loss and ransomware, said WTW...
ESG activities, regarding sustainability, diversity and employee satisfaction, correlate with stronger financial profitability and growth for private companies, said Bain...
Thailand employers progress faster than global peers in terms of work flexibility, said Mercer recently when releasing results of its...
In its perspective, Finance 2025: Digital transformation in finance, Deloitte predicts that with the automation of operations, finance will double...
China's reopening will spur a rebound in its economic growth, which in turn will affect economies and businesses across Asia-Pacific...
As generative AI continues at a breakneck pace, organisations need to act now to formulate an enterprise-wide strategy for AI...
Fitch Ratings expects a significant proportion of lower-rated APAC corporates in the ‘B’ category to struggle to generate positive cashflow...
Having a positive employee experience can make the difference between growing or declining revenues, said WTW recently. According to the...
Stripe announced recently the expansion of its revenue and finance automation suite to give businesses in Asia Pacific power over the entire life...
Malaysian employers are prioritising skills and financial wellbeing more than their regional and global counterparts, said Mercer recently. According to...
COVID-19 may have gone the way of a pandemic, but uncertainty remains the norm in 2023. Be it the geopolitical...
The Southeast Asian private equity market saw a slowdown in deal activity in 2022, but the region’s long-term macro fundamentals...
There are nine security trends that CFOs need to be aware when working with CISOs and security and risk management...
Economic confidence rises as clear signs of business improvement emerge, said ACCA recently.While the accountancy body’s Q1 2023 Global Economic...
The IMF forecasts global growth to fall from last year’s 3.4% to 2.8% in 2023 before rising to 3% in...
The private equity market in Greater China could see transformational changes over the next five years as buyout deals are...
Businesses in GBA (the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area) regain confidence as normal travel between Hong Kong and China has...
Online threats in Southeast Asia grew alarmingly while Singapore logged the highest year-on-year jump in terms of web threats targeting...
Singapore-listed Yamada Green Resources Limited announced recently the appointment of Leyng Thai Weng as CFO. In his new role, Leyng,...
EY tax professionals explain the differences between the Metaverse and Web3 and how those developments are affecting taxes, both at...
Sustainability and ESG initiatives are driving strong demand in Hong Kong for experienced professionals in finance and accounting, risk &...
Addressing employee stress is critical when it comes to talent attraction and retention, said Mercer Marsh Benefits recently when releasing...
The three years since 2020 saw organisations focus on digitalisation, payment efficiency, security, and cash forecasting. With continuing uncertainty in...
Insolvencies in Asia Pacific are set to hike by 12% and 5% this year and next, said Allianz Trade recently....
Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world to form a single state and consists of five main islands and...
When it comes to crisis and resilience, organisations and business leaders overestimate their preparedness for disruption, said PwC recently. According...
Future built firms generate shareholder returns almost three times higher than those of S&P the 1200 , with two-thirds of...
Countries around the world are moving forward with implementation of BEPS 2.0 global minimum taxes. This is complicated for global...
The global economic outlook took a positive turn in the first half of 2023 as inflationary pressure began to ease,...
To help multinationals navigate and comply with OECD’s Pillar Two regulations, Wolters Kluwer recently announced the launch of a new...
When it comes to business travel in Asia, Hong Kong remains the most expensive location in the region and was...
IPO markets in China and Hong Kong are estimated to be more vibrant in the rest of 2023, said Deloitte...
Emerging from the recent pandemic and challenged by soaring energy prices, organisations are increasingly looking to transform and enhance their...
While companies have been transforming their finance models over the last decade, Covid accelerated this process. Employees shifted to remote...
Autonomous finance requires CFOs who are willing to upskill themselves to succeed. According to Gartner, a lack of digital skills...
According to this video, there are ways to reliably create the conditions that make creativity a more predictable occurrence.
Global growth opportunities could outweigh various risks if those risks are managed properly, said Marsh recently when releasing its 2023...
Editor’s Note: In this latest interview for FutureCFO's Female Leadership in Finance Series, Linda Scott (pictured), Founder and Managing Director...
Bupa announced recently the appointment of Kelly Heintz as interim Chief Financial Officer, Asia Pacific (APAC). Heintz has 30 years’...
Asia Pacific private equity deal value plunged 44% year-on-year to US$198 billion in 2022, ending two years of record dealmaking,...
When it comes to investment planning, the majority of public companies will update their methodologies to include sustainability metrics as...
As businesses usher in a new year, the uncertain economic climate has dampened some of the enthusiasm that spurred the...
The EY Center for Board Matters points to the imperative for organisations to re-establish a social contract with their employees...
Security budgets are forecast to net increase by 29% in 2023 compared to a year ago, after a 26% rise...
While CFOs are mitigating bank failure risks, businesses are worried about a spillover to Asia Pacific. According to Fitch, APAC...
The Hong Kong Export Index grew 9.3 points to 39.0 in January-March this year as border reopens, said the Hong...
China's reopening will support companies' credit quality as it will ramp up their earnings with a rebound in domestic demand...
Payment behaviours are likely to deteriorate in 2023 while the global liquidity gap of US$30 trillion is here to stay,...
Jason Ang of Singapore Post, Ltd. talks to AFP's Bryan Lapidus, FPAC to discuss the findings of AFP's survey, Measuring...
To mitigate risks of bank failures, 28% of CFOs plan to diversify deposits across more banks, said Gartner recently when...
China’s policy, including its reopening and policy measures that refocus on growth rather than regulatory tightening, will likely drive a...
When it comes to talent attraction and retention, organisations’ commitment to sustainability and positive societal change becomes key, said Alistair...
Most automation transformation of organisations fall short, despite the fact that efforts like workforce augmentation across industries has reduced costs...
Progress in female leadership will remain slow in 2025 unless businesses put in additional effort to enable women to take...
Gartner surveys looking to 2022 show that CFOs, controllers and heads of financial planning and analysis (FP&A) are all focused...
This year’s Women in Business report – The Push for Parity shows that globally, 32.4% of senior management positions are...
Asian economies are on course for modest growth this year as they try to shake off the negative effects of...
Capital A announced recently the appointment of John Cheing as the CFO for airasia Digital and airasia Super App. Prior...
Finance and Accounting are critical to ESG initiatives, yet many teams are spending their time on manual, repetitive tasks that...
For much of 2022, CFOs faced a new list of responsibilities and the added pressure of fostering a culture and...
Businesses deploy automation technologies to help drive their sustainability initiatives, said UiPath recently when releasing results of a survey. The IDC-led...
Unprecedented demand for finance and accounting leaders to be more strategic in a period of historic business uncertainty, together with...
Finance and Accounting (F&A) have a reputation for remaining calm and pragmatic in a crisis. Most F&A professionals have worked...
Flexible work is where Asian employers fall behind, said Mercer recently when releasing it Global Talent Trends Study 2023. According...
Recruiting and retaining talent is a top finance and accounting leadership priority. As organisations struggle to identify, recruit and retain...
To win the global talent war, employers need to offer attractive compensation, said Morgan McKinley recently when releasing its 2023...
Improving employee wellbeing can enhance a company’s performance by at least 11% and up to 55%, said Aon recently when...
Since 2017, Deloitte has tracked the ways businesses use AI and reported the results in our annual State of AI...
“Finance automation technology integrates machine learning and artificial intelligence for use in areas such as financial analysis, payroll administration, invoice...
Autonomous technology in finance will impact FP&A and controllership in three ways, as acceptance of these technologies among finance leaders...
Gartner says finance transformation encompasses strategic initiatives designed to revolutionise the way the corporate finance function manages its strategy, processes,...
When it comes to corporate ESG reporting and related assurance involving ESG issues, the largest global companies continue to show...
Finance leaders walked away with trophies at the FutureCFO Excellence Awards 2023. On Feb 22, more than 20 winners and...
Singapore-based digital asset platform MetaComp announced the appointment of John Kang as CFO. Kang will be responsible for leading the...
When it comes to consumer spending behaviours, holding back on or stopping altogether non-essential buying is what people do today,...
Structuring your data in Excel into a tabular format makes it easier to use Power Query, Power Pivot and Pivot...
Auditing and accounting talent shortage continues to make employers toss and turn, according to a global survey of more than...
Nasdaq-listed online Chinese real estate platform Leju Holdings Limited recently announced the appointment of Li Yuan as its CFO and...
Autonomous finance is set to transform roles in the function through 2025, said Gartner recently. According to the advisory firm,...
When it comes to cybersecurity incidents, the most impacted sectors in 2022 were professional services, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and...
The global economy is expected to slow down, but there are also signs of resilience.
CFOs: Is global remote hiring part of your company's talent strategy?Asia Pacific emerges as the fastest growing region in terms...
Cost cutting might be the first thing that comes to mind when there's economic uncertainty. Lee Thong Tan (pictured), CFO...
CFOs plan budget changes and sales functions are likely to get more resources in 2023, said Gartner recently. According to...
Mediabrands Greater China announced recently the appointment of Crystal Zhang as CFO. With almost three decades of financial expertise under...
Warren Buffet famously explained his management strategy with the University of Maryland students in November 2013 saying: “Cash at that...
Defaults among Asia Pacific high-yield nonfinancial firms is estimated to decline to 7% this year from last year’s 10.9%, said...
Stathis Gould from IFAC discusses how integrating financial and sustainability information with an integrated mindset can encourage better-informed decisions that...
When it comes to board governance strategies, trust is recognised as an important issue by business leaders but isn’t consistently...
The accounting talent crunch for employers might remain for the next couple of years. According to ACCA’s Global Talent Trends...
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The downturn for Asia Pacific is expected to be severe but short, said EY recently when releasing results of a...
IFRS 17 will change insurers' reported earnings and equity as it alters their profit recognition patterns and measurement of liabilities,...
Digital fraud attacks are not only on the rise but are also more sophisticated in Asia Pacific, said LexisNexis Risk...
Global growth is slowing in 2023 but should rebound in 2024. China reopening, a strong US labor market with cooling...
Bold moves in global M&A might appear in 2023 — a year full of uncertainties, said Bain & Company recently...
When it comes to CxO priorities, climate change has become a top issue, said Deloitte recently when releasing its 2023...
The vast majority of CFOs plan to raise spending on employee compensation in 2023 despite recession fears and ongoing inflation...
Global M&A activity will likely rise in the second half of 2023 as investors and executives look to balance short-term...
CFOs in China need to take up a bigger role when it comes to digital transformation, said Deloitte recently when...
Deloitte listed talent, performance and growth as the priorities of finance leaders in 2022. Among finance leaders, the commonality we...
BCG’s Nikolaus Lang describes three overarching shifts in global trade—what’s driving them and what their impact will be—as we look...
When it comes to Asia’s economic outlook 2023, resilience and growth are the major characteristics despite the gloomy predictions about...
Singapore-headquartered Frasers Property Limited announced its appointment of Liu Qingbin as head of finance for the group’s real estate investment...
A mature and measurable zero-trust programme might be an enterprise’s goal, but few organisations have actually completed their implementations, said...
Retail sales in China is expected to recover after the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions but is likely to be bumpier...
The credit trend for Asia Pacific’s non-financial firms is stable in 2023 said Moody’s recently. However, slowing economic growth, persistent...
Before you throw in the towel, here are some last-ditch strategies to help you craft a work environment where you...
The war for finance talent will continue while 11% of positions in finance and controlling are vacant, said management consultancy...
While global business optimism falls, the recession that businesses expect to hit this year might last only shortly, said Grant...
The global economy might lose up to 7% of GDP as a result of fragmentation, said IMF recently in a...
Global M&A has a positive start in 2023 as global dealmakers achieved a second consecutive quarter of market outperformance in...
Singapore is now one of the top 10 most expensive locations in the world, said ECA recently. The city-state has...
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Business leaders bracing for a global economic downturn, according to EY. In an EY survey of 1,200 CEOs worldwide on...
The top CFO priority in 2023 is evaluating finance function strategy, scope and design, said Gartner recently. A survey of...
EY recently announced the appointment of Jamie Miller as global CFO, and CFO of its proposed new public entity. The...
Singapore-listed ECON Healthcare (Asia) recently announced the promotion of Kang Shwu Huey to group CFO and head of overseas development...
The Asia Pacific credit outlook is stable against the backdrop of contained government liquidity risks, broadly stable debt dynamics and...
A continuing challenge for FP&A is getting our data in in the right place and in the right format so...
There are top nine workplace predictions that business leaders must address in 2023 and beyond to successfully navigate today’s labor...
Hong Kong and New York-listed Zhihu announced recently the appointment of Henry Dachuan Sha as the CFO and a director....
Digital native retail businesses are expected to see resounding success in the coming few years, but their existing strategies might...
Good planning and performance management is ‘mission critical’ to any organisation, but do the current models work in volatile times?...
NaaS Technology Inc., an electric vehicle charging service providers in China, recently announced the appointment of Alex Wu as CFO. The appointment...
A new multi-speed global economy will impact growth of different countries and consumer spending behaviour, according to the Economic Outlook...
The invoicing process encompasses much more than simply creating and transmitting an invoice. It also includes maintaining customer and product...
Businesses around the world, including those in Asia-Pacific, are starting to improve their disclosure of climate risks but are not...
Singapore-listed CapitaLand Investment announced recently its appointment of Paul Tham as Group CFO. Tham’s appointment will be effective on Jan...
A global study by Workday has found that there is a prevalent lack of a strategic approach to DEI (diversity, equity,...
China-headquartered and Nasdaq-listed Meihua International Medical Technologies Co., Ltd recently announced the appointment of Lianzhang Zhao as CFO. Meihua is...
CFOs: Are your finance function using low code development technologies to fulfill growing demand for fast application delivery and highly...
McKinsey senior partner, Oliver Tonby, shares four ways Asian businesses can anticipate and weather oncoming economic storms to emerge stronger.
When it comes to global M&A trends in 2023, WTW said that deals will be smaller while pace will be...
Growing economic volatility will continue to add uncertainty to an already challenging and unpredictable global business environment as we head...
Online marketplaces in India to hit US$350 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2027, said Bain recently when releasing...
When it comes to corporate sustainability reporting, there’s a lack of investor trust issue, said PwC recently when releasing results...
Hong Kong-listed Kerry Properties in Hong Kong recently announced that it has appointed Suzanne Cheng Wai Sin as CFO. Cheng has more...
A Gartner survey revealed that composable finance applications are on the radar of CFOs. CFOs who adopt a composable technology...
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues have moved beyond conversations at executive gatherings to one where industry bodies and regulators...
McKinsey senior partner, Tracy Francis, identifies six moves businesses—particularly consumer companies—can make to build resilience in the face of tough...
One in four employees surveyed by Randstad in Hong Kong expect a 10%-15% pay raise when switching jobs in 2023....
Digital transformation has elevated the role of the finance function from financial steward to enabled. The extended COVID-19 pandemic has...
Pay raise in the Philippines next year is expected to be similar to that in 2019, said Mercer recently. Employees...
A strong US dollar will have credit effects on rated Asia Pacific companies, with those that have a significant portion...
The latest projections from the Asian Development Bank are that the region is expected to grow 4.3% this year, down...
When it comes to the latest trends of fraud, LexisNexis Risk Solutions warned that fraud keeps surging as digital transactions...
While it is common to find a chief finance officer (CFO) helming a large or multinational organisation, the costs associated...
When it comes to pay equity, less than one-third of employees feel they are paid fairly and only 34% of...
EY ASEAN partners shared their views on the drivers for climate action and how asset managers can lead the way...
There’s a wide sustainability expectation gap between CFOs and investors, according to a EY survey. This existing gap threatens to...
Cloud adopting accounting practices in Singapore earn more per client, said Xero recently when releasing its latest industry survey results....
There are three most relevant technology innovations for finance in the next five years, said Gartner recently when releasing its...
There are ten cloud strategy mistakes that CFOs must know as finance functions are digitally transforming themselves and moving more...
London and Hong Kong listed Standard Chartered is seeking a new CFO to replace Andy Halford who would retire as...
Challenging may be the appropriate word to document the environment that will greet businesses in 2023. We are faced with...
EY ASEAN partners shed light on how businesses can work for sustainability and sustainability for businesses.
When it comes to the future of finance, professionals in the field demand new performance measures beyond the financial, said...
Exponential technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and automation have sparked the next wave in enterprise transformation, offering both...
There are five success factors for businesses in Asia Pacific, said PwC recently when launching a report titled“Asia Pacific’s Time:...
Asia Pacific outlook for rated nonfinancial companies is stable with still-solid, though slowing, growth and supportive domestic business conditions, said...
Immuno Cure BioTech, a clinical stage biotechnology group based in the Hong Kong Science Park specialising in DNA vaccines and immunotherapies,...
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) teams play a crucial role in companies by performing budgeting, forecasting, and analysis that support...
The Southeast Asian economic growth is forecasted to hit 4-5% annually over the next 10 years, said Bain recently when...
How have international mid-market businesses weathered the worsening conditions of the global economy and growing concerns of inflation and economic...
Cyberthreats and IT governance are among the top concerns of auditors in 2023, said Gartner recently when releasing the Gartner 2023...
When it comes to cashflow visibility, under 4% of the 1,483 business leaders and finance and accounting executives from different...
Finance digital transformation in Singapore is seeing various challenges, said Workday recently when releasing results of a survey. A majority...
Hong Kong-listed Hang Seng Bank’s appointment of its CFO Saw Say Pin as executive director has been cleared by the...
Building a strong sense of belonging is how CFOs can retain digital talent, said Gartner recently. Digital talent has very...
The notable rise in APAC Corporate bond buybacks by since 2H22 is being fuelled by opportunistic tender offers aimed at...
For those seeking ESG training, AICPA & CIMA now offer a new certificate programme for finance and accounting professionals to...
ACCA and CFA Institute have launched a new climate finance course, the two organisations said recently. The launch comes as...
When it comes to sustainability reporting, only a small number of mid-market companies are doing it, said Grant Thornton recently....
Among the top priorities of CFOs in Southeast Asia, talent is the most important, according to a survey report by...
The credit trend for nonfinancial firms in Asia Pacific will remain stable for the remainder of 2022, said Moody’s recently....
Research says using these six persuasive body-language positions during a talk can lead to success.
When it comes to venture capital investments in Asia, the top 10 deals were secured among China and Indonesia, said...
Southeast Asia’s digital economy is on course to reach US$200B gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2022, three years earlier than...
Singapore's Temasek Holdings announced recently the appointment of Png Chin Yee as the new CFO, replacing the outgoing predecessor Leong...
Organisations need to equip managers on how to connect hybrid knowledge workers to corporate culture, said Gartner recently. According to...
While navigating challenging times, business leaders in Asia Pacific are set to spend more. According to findings of EY CEO...
Organisations that succeed in a changing ecosystem understand that they must be adaptable and empower their workforce by allowing them...
One of the major challenges facing businesses today is increased costs, according to Global Economic Conditions Survey (GECS) by ACCA...
Healthcare benefit costs in Asia Pacific is set to increase by 10.2% next year, said WTW recently when releasing results...
Green deals are gaining traction as M&A activity returns to pre-pandemic levels, said BCG recently. In the first seven months...
Hong Kong-and-London-listed HSBC announced Georges Elhedery as the CFO successor lately. The appointment of Elhedery will be effective in January...
While 89% of broad directors say digital is embedded in business growth strategies, only 35% of respondents have achieved or...
Despite uncertainties, Grant Thornton's International Business Report shows export expectations remain near record highs, with nearly half (44%) of respondents...
While sustainability reporting has grown steadily, there are some key areas that need further improvement, said KPMG recently. According to...
Global credit risks have risen over the past quarter as the triple threat of rate rises, Europe’s gas crisis and...
Global deal activity was down 7% to a total of 50,115 deals during Q1-Q3 2002, compared with 53,885 deals the same...
Though future of work initiatives are considered important by 94% of business leaders, they are not yet among companies' priorities,...
The global economic growth prediction has been revised downward by 0.2 percentage points to 2.7%, said IMF recently when releasing...
The prevailing wisdom says that negative thoughts and feelings have no place at the office. But that goes against basic...
When it comes to AI in corporate finance, there are five top use cases for FP&A leaders to consider, said...
Global M&A performance bounced back in the third quarter of this year, said WTW recently when releasing its research on...
OCBC bank has announced the appointment of Goh Chin Yee as the new CFO. Goh, 57, will replace the current...
* Editor's note: This article is co-produced by Sukhpreet Kaur The Accenture report, CFO Now: Breakthrough speed for breakout value, noted...
While global business services models have evolved, matured and function successfully, they’re falling short of their value-adding potential, and in practice...
The face of retail has been changing since the start of digital transformation. Many traditional retailers have witnessed the rise...
The pace of digital disruption will stay the same and/or accelerate over the next five years, said Bain recently. According...
PwC shares the results of its 2023 Global Digital Trust Insights Survey — the company's latest research. The survey reflects...
Citi has named Anand Sairam as CFO for Asia Pacific, according to media reports citing an internal memo. The memo, according...
Do you have any idea how you can effectively recruit Gen-Zers in Hong Kong? According to results of Randstad Hong...
With just months to the end of 2022, businesses are gaining a clearer view of the road ahead. For many,...
CFOs and CEOs are planning to ramp up actions to address cybersecurity issues in the coming year, said PwC recently...
The second edition of the CGMA Leadership Academy will be held from 10 to 13 October 2022 in Singapore, said...
When it comes to CFO budget 2023, only 7% of finance leaders plan to cut customer service spending over the...
There are differences between a transactional mindset and a transformational mindset. EY executives shared what a transformational strategy entails and...
Two new IMA certificate programs are now available for finance professionals to learn sustainable business practices and diversity, equity, and...
Moving to SAP S/4HANA can modernise your business and drive innovation. It’s cutting-edge technology takes your business well beyond traditional...
Customer experience has emerged as a key battleground and businesses that can win the customer experience war will be more...
The Kroll 2022 Cyber Risk and CFOs report, Over-Confidence is Costly, revealed that 84% of CFOs in Asia Pacific acknowledge...
OECD warns of pervasive global economic slowdown, projecting growth at a modest 3% this year before slowing further to just...
Finance and sustainability are much more connected than previously thought. ACCA recently urged Malaysian firms to ensure that qualified finance...
The fans of inflation are diverting focus for many CFOs from pursuing innovation and growth strategies to curtailing possible runaway...
Skill shortage remains a problem though 82% of employers are concerned about it, said Hays recently. According to a survey...
Business optimism among mid-market organisations globally has slumped six percentage points from 70% to 64%, said Grant Thornton recently when...
Today, it’s less about getting people to follow you to the future, but more about getting them to co-create it...
A touchless close is what finance functions want, Gartner said recently. According to survey of 155 finance executives by the...
According to S&P Global, APAC M&A activity in Q1 2022 retreated from 2021’s highs, with deal value for the quarter...
Natalie Wong Chin Ping has recently become CFO of Daiwa House Asset Management Asia, the manager of Daiwa House Logistics...
Exporter confidence in Hong Kong sees further signs of improvement, said the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) recently. The...
The top risks for emerging Asia over the next 12 to 18 months are inflation and supply chain disruptions, according...
CFOs don’t just do numbers today. Innovation, ESG, and profitability are some of items on a finance leader’s plate. How...
Traditional FP&A processes provide a structured approach to budgeting, planning, forecasting, and reporting so that the finance team can deliver...
Inflation has taken hold globally and won’t loosen its grip anytime soon. Mike Ward, Global head of advisory, Grant Thornton...
Talent hiring and retention is the toughest among the top challenges for CFOs over the next 12 months, said Gartner...
In June 2022, after two years of delay, the Thailand Personal Data Protection Act B.E.2562 came into effect. The act...
CFOs in Asia Pacific are rarely informed by information security teams about cyber security risks despite being confident in their...
In March 2022, a University of Georgia’s Consumer Analytics programsurvey noted that burnout is an increasingly prevalent and impactful issue...
Air Liquide is deploying Workday technology to continue its digital transformation of HR processes and capabilities, said Workday recently. The...
When it comes to metaverse adoption, there are six trends that are driving it today and will continue to do...
Asia Pacific emerging market firms' earnings will improve and its growth is set to outperform that of developed market firms,...
You might think you’re a good listener, but common behaviours like nodding and saying “mm-hmm” can actually leave the speaker...
When it comes to ransomware, retail is the second most targeted industry in 2021, said Sophos recently. According to the...
IDC forecasts that direct digital transformation investments will accelerate to 16.5% CAGR 2022-2024 becoming 55% of all ICT investments by...
Technology adoption in FP&A is set to accelerate, driven by macroeconomic uncertainty and ongoing disruptions, said Gartner recently. “CFOs are telling...
Southeast Asia’s growth during 2022-23 is projected to outpace most other markets such as the US, the EU, and China...
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) programs can pose unique challenges to finance chiefs charged with maximizing returns. Reason? Big price...
The finance profession will see new roles created out of sustainability needs, said the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA)...
Editor’s note: Alia Saleh (pictured), Finance Director (SEA and ME) at ISG, dreamt about becoming a performing artist and eventually...
IMF’s latest Back to Basics video explains what stablecoins are and the risks they pose.
The majority of repeat defaults by the same corporate debt issue are caused by industry stress said Moody’s recently. Some...
When it comes to digital agility in Hong Kong, 69% of organisations fall into the slow or tactical stages of...
When it comes to CFO technology priority, back-office automation is seen as the key to cost reduction in the face...
ASEAN banks are expected to face modest worsening in asset quality as interest rates will rise, said Moody’s recently. Central...
Editor’s note: Self-awareness might help set you apart as a leader and a person. This is what Sharon Toh (pictured),...
As central banks around the world tighten monetary policy to cope with surging inflation, financing costs are set to rise...
Highway operator Plus Malaysia Bhd recently announced its appointment of Ahmad Rizal Omar as CFO. According to the company, the...
Pay and bonus as well as job security are still the most important factors in attracting and retaining employees, said...
* Editor's note: This article is co-produced by Sukhpreet Kaur During the first quarter of 2020, while China, the UN World...
When it comes to technology budgets, businesses are spending more on cybersecurity, said Sophos recently when releasing results of a...
When it comes to 2023 planning, which areas would you want to raise or cut spending? According to Forrester’s recently released...
With businesses and governments becoming more digital, this puts the onus on data centres, regardless of who owns or operates...
Shangri-La Asia announced recently its appointment of Chua Chee Wui as its CFO with effect from 31 August. Chua, 55, is taking...
As employees worldwide experience high levels of poor mental health and burnout, the following three questions have emerged as most...
As mental health and workforce exhaustion slip from risk radar, firms in Singapore are at risk of losing talent, said...
The number of global companies obtaining independent assurance on their ESG information increased from 51% to 58% in 2020, compared...
When it comes to the future of jobs in Asia Pacific, Forrester forecast recently that the working populations in the...
When it comes to sustainability standards, the needs of mid-market businesses must be taken into account, said Grant Thornton International...
When it comes to pay raise amid inflation, 33% of companies in Asia Pacific is conducting off-cycle wage reviews and...
The study was designed to update understanding of market practice for the assurance of ESG or sustainability information globally, having...
What are the key themes when it comes to emerging technology trends? According to the 2022 Gartner Hype Cycle for...
Asia Pacific M&A activity remains robust in 2022 despite major geopolitical and financial headwinds, said EY recently when releasing results...
Japan is the number one location when it comes to expatriate packages, said ECA International recently when releasing its MyExpatriate...
Hong Kong-listed Xinjiang Goldwind Science & Technology Co., Ltd. announced recently the appointment of Wang Hongyan as CFO Wang, aged...
Budget cuts for real estate/facilities management and finance functions are the most likely in the next 12 months, said Gartner...
Fitch Ratings said there's a risk that further Covid-19 outbreaks could cause China’s growth to undershoot its current expectations, which...
When it comes to digital agility in Asia Pacific, there is a need for greater collaboration between CFOs, CHROs, and...
Credit trends in Asia Pacific for most non-financial companies in the rest of 2022 remain stable with the exception of...
When it comes to inflation, Grant Thornton said there are seven actions that businesses should be taking now to deal...
Ikea India announced recently the appointment of Murali Iyer as CFO. Iyer will report to the furniture retailer’s India CEO...
Pay raise plans are for top performers only, Gartner said recently when releasing results of a July survey of 130...
Exploring the state of people, processes and tech priorities in finance COVID-19 has been the ultimate stress test. Many organizations...
Pay raises in 2023 in Asia Pacific will be driven by tight labour market and inflation concerns, said WTW recently....
We are at a pivotal inflection point, according to Deloitte. Are we comfortable letting the future be determined by default,...
Global economic growth is expected to slow from last year’s 6.1% to 3.2% this year and 2.9% next year, downgrades...
Remote hiring has enabled companies to secure quality talent and alleviate the stresses arising from the dearth of qualified candidates...
Liquidity woes have pushed the number of Asian high-yield companies with weak liquidity, in particular Chinese developers, to record highs...
When it comes to corporate investment, M&A and sustainability will be the first areas to face cuts in organisations feeling...
Organisations that succeed in our changing ecosystem understand that they must be adaptable and empower their workforce by allowing them...
ARQ, an Australian digital services provider, has selected MuleSoft to build efficient automation to streamline invoices, optimise onboarding and offboarding...
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The Diversity gap at senior levels in Asia’s accounting field is a result of inequities and exclusive behaviours, said Institute...
Growing blockchain applications bring new revenue streams for software and technology companies and first-mover industry leaders while helping some companies...
The IPO market in Hong Kong is set to slow in 2002, said Deloitte China recently wen releasing its interim...
The growing allegations of greenwashing has led to ESG’s “make or break” moment, said EY recently when releasing results of...
Passive aggressive coworkers are not being jerks on purpose, and if you can understand what motivates them you’ll find a...
Weak global economic growth looks likely for the rest of 2022, according to the latest edition of the Global Economic...
Consumers in Singapore are even more concerned about progress on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues than their counterparts in...
For many years, organisations’ climate-related initiatives have focused on the impact of their activities on the environment and its stakeholders...
Executives have a high degree of regret over technology purchases, said Gartner recently when releasing results of a survey of...
Education technology company LingoAce has deployed Workday’s cloud applications for finance and human resources to support its worldwide expansion from...
When it comes to strategic M&A deal value, 2022 could be on track to reach US$4.7 trillion by year-end despite...
Hong Kong-listed Li Ning Company Limited recently announced the retirement of Terence Wah-Fung Tsang as CFO. The company said it...
In this video, McKinsey Senior Partner Seth Goldstrom talks about the constant and evolving best practices in transformation efforts.
The latest internal control challenges include skilled staff shortage, technological advances, and the lack of executive emphasis, according to a...
When it comes to business transformation, prioritising emotion is the key to success, EY said recently when releasing a study...
Fraud costs in Asia Pacific has grown 10%-16% for businesses over 2019 pre-pandemic levels, said LexisNexis Risk Solutions recently. For...
A Gartner study finds that only 29% of 3400 surveyed employees report that their leaders exhibit human leadership. Human leadership...
Eastspring Investments — the Asian investment arm of Prudential — recently announced its appointment of Janelle Yeo as CFO. Yeo...
Global credit conditions has turned more negative this year amid slower global growth, rising borrowing costs, surging prices for energy...
A comprehensive plan—with goals, initiatives, and budgets–is comforting. But starting with a plan is a terrible way to make strategy....
Hong Kong-listed Ban Loong Holdings recently announced the appointment of Liu Huaiyu Luk Chi Sing as CFO to replace his...
Businesses must prioritise suppliers and procurement in the midst of a global supply chain crisis, rampant inflation, and energy shortages...
Bad debt in Asia has become a major headache for the region’s companies trading on domestic and export markets, said...
Hong Kong has maintained its position as the most expensive location in the world, bolstered by higher prices and a...
Financial reporting specialist and lecturer Adam Deller explains the basic principles of IFRS 8, Operating Segments.
When it comes to finance AI, the key to success is not only about investing the most time or money,...
Disconnected finance and operations teams can damage growth and competitive advantage, said KPMG recently when releasing results of a global...
Insurers have reported that there is still a huge amount of work to complete in order to successfully deliver IFRS...
The optimism in M&A might be sustainable though activity level would not be the same as that in 2021, said...
The rate of compliance reporting has dropped by 30% from before the pandemic, said Gartner recently. According to a survey...
Almost two-thirds of mid-market businesses are feeling the effects of the great resignation. In response, they are focusing on attracting...
Asian employers continue to face issues such as talent attraction and retention, said Mercer recently when releasing results of its...
The total cost of financial crime compliance is projected to hit close to the US$ 50.1 billion mark in 2022...
CFOs have bullish expansion plans despite the current challenging business environment, said employment platform Globalization Partners (G-P) recently. A research by...
Uncertainty is the new normal. The speed, scale and disruption brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic has altered many businesses,...
To grow the business quickly and sustainably requires its leaders to underpin ambitions with solid processes and systems for planning,...
Technology deficit in the boardroom is impacting enterprise investment and digital transformation, said Deloitte recently when releasing results of a...
Editor’s note: Finance executives could no longer succeed by focusing simply on numbers. Grace Lim (pictured), CFO at KK Women's...
With the war in Ukraine and lockdowns in China extending supply-chain disruptions and pushing up input costs, the balance of...
Half of the current finance AI projects will be either delayed or cancelled by 2024, while the use of business...
OECD projects global economic growth to decelerate sharply to around 3% this year and 2.8% in 2023, well below the recovery...
The Global top 100 companies’ market cap continue to set records despite volatility in the global economy, said PwC recently...
Pepperfry — an ecommerce furniture and home goods company in India —recently announced the appointment of Anand Batra as CFO. ...
To achieve autonomous finance, CFOs must make three key mindset shifts, said Gartner recently at the opening keynote of the Gartner...
IMF's latest World Economic Outlook now projects faster consumer-price increases this year for advanced economies as well as in emerging...
Asia Pacific consumers are a driving force behind the region’s interest in purchasing sustainable goods, showing brands the importance of...
Aiming to move closer to a data-centric enterprise, business leaders steps up technology investment drive, said EY recently when releasing...
Fast food chain Jollibee Group recently announced its appointment of Richard Shin as its new CFO. Shin has succeeded Ysmael...
The emergence of hybrid workplace solutions has given rise to an increased need for automation and collaboration across the enterprise....
Global growth forecasts for 2022 and 2023 are lower as Russia's invasion of Ukraine and pandemic lockdowns in China add...
Almost a third of businesses globally failed to deliver against decarbonisation targets set for 2020 when it comes to ESG,...
The “executive voice” is less about performance and more about strategic instincts and being aware of the signals you send...
CFOs are likely to maintain or increase enterprise digital investments in the next two years even if inflation persists, according...
EY is considering a global audit spinoff amid growing regulatory pressure, according to media reports. EY and other Big Four...
Large companies typically have subsidiary businesses that sell to each other. The idea is to build the capability to deliver...
Work life balance is voted the most important employee value proposition for the first time in 10 years of research...
The Great Resignation will be here to stay as one in five workers say they are likely to switch to...
CFOs: Do you really know what CEOs think when it comes to issues such as sustainability, Metaverse, and inflation.Gartner said...
"ESG has become a popular shorthand for all the non-financial issues that affect business and investor success. It stands for...
Financial reporting specialist and lecturer Adam Deller explains the basic principles of IFRS 16, Leases.
CFOs respond to inflation with raising prices as their primary strategy but they also recognise that this strategy is unsustainable...
A recent Oracle survey reveals that 85% of finance leaders who use cloud-based enterprise performance management (EPM) have remained resilient...
In the Bain study, Customer Loyalty in Retail Banking Report, consumers rated at least one large tech company higher than...
How do banks assess their financial state, in real-time, and quickly take any necessary action? This is a challenge that...
The finance operating model is shifting and the pressure on banks’ finance teams to do more with less has never...
According to Gartner's 2021 Magic Quadrant for Cloud Core Financial Management Suites for Midsize, Large, and Global Enterprises, 30% of...
The average ransomware payment collected from organisations in Singapore — that had data encrypted in their most significant ransomware attacks...
Close to half (48%) of office workers in Singapore say they would consider quitting their job in the next six...
The Southeast Asia private equity market had one of the most impressive turnarounds in its history, with deal value reaching...
Finance plays an essential role in a company’s overall business transformation as it goes deeper into digitisation to improve operational...
Hong Kong and New York-listed Autohome Inc recently announced its appointment of Craig Yan Zeng as CFO. Having more than...
Web3 is being touted as the future of the internet. The vision for this new, blockchain-based web includes cryptocurrencies, NFTs,...
The current high inflation will cause significant but temporary credit effects in many countries, as the actions of central banks...
Finance leaders may have noticed one invoicing trend that emerged in the last couple of years – the way invoices...
TikTok owner ByteDance recently announced its appointment of Julie Gao as CFO. A Hong-Kong based capital markets lawyer at Skadden, Arps,...
Almost half of finance executives (49%) surveyed see self-service data and analytics as a driver of employee productivity, said Gartner...
CFOs in China are expected to play broader roles when it comes to sustainability, as a result of the country’s...
Dmitri Chen A strong advocate at the very top of the corporate ladder, a compelling narrative and a culture change....
Working women report high level of burnout, with 53% of female workers surveyed by Deloitte saying their stress levels are...
The travel industry has been at the hard hit by the pandemic. But with markets around the region and globally...
Sue Wei, managing director, Hays Hong Kong SAR and Wisely Wong, business director, Hays Hong Kong SAR share highlights of...
One of the top barriers to digital transformation according to finance, HR, and IT leaders is the widening gap between...
It’s time for CFOs to budget for sales organisations’ transition from intuition-based to data-driven decision making. By 2026, 65% of...
The credit trend for Asia Pacific companies will remain broadly stable in 2022, said Moody's recently. The stable trend is...
India’s ICICI Bank announced recently the appointment of Anindya Banerjee as the Group CFO. He joined the ICICI Group in...
Hong Kong employees want to change employers in the first half of 2022, with 31% of respondents in a survey...
For several years now, CFOs across Asia Pacific have been deploying robotic process automation (RPA) to automate mundane repetitive tasks...
While 2021 was a blockbuster year for exporters, 2022 could prove to be much more of a rocky road, according...
Cyberattacks and data loss are the key risks facing directors and officers, with cyber extortion and the growth of ransomware...
While a hybrid workforce can bring many benefits, employers must avoid proximity bias arising from this new work model, said...
CFOs might invest more in reporting automation, RPA, and process mining over the next two years when it comes to...
Cybercrime is the biggest current threat facing businesses, while emerging risks from ESG-reporting fraud and platform fraud could impact businesses...
A macroeconomic downturn has moved into the top five risks among senior executives, said Gartner recently when releasing the Emerging...
Find out more about employee and employer pay priorities, hybrid ways of working, and culture from survey highlights to inspire...
More than a quarter of rated Asia Pacific (APAC) companies will be at risk under a downside scenario of a...
Only 30% of CFO-CIO relationships are characterised by strong collegiality and business centricity, said Gartner recently when releasing results of...
Digitalisation has a more important role in play in sustainability as 88% of C-suites in Asia Pacific will increase the...
The World Bank said recently that it has lowered its annual global growth forecast for 2022 from 4.1% to 3.2%, citing the...
Global IPO market saw significant slowdown in Q1 2022 after fter record-high levels of global IPO activity in 2021, said...
Finance organizations regularly face the challenges of meeting strict deadlines and satisfying data quality requirements for closing the books and...
IBM Cognos Analytics aims to unify an organisation’s multiple data sources in both front and back office while solving the...
At the heart of the digital transformation is data. The challenge for many businesses is the prevalence of data in...
India's passenger airline IndiGo recently appointed Gaurav Negi as its new CFO. Negi was IndiGo's senior vice president and head...
Financial reporting specialist and lecturer Adam Deller explains the basic principles of IFRS 5, 'Non-Current Assets Held for Sale and...
Eleven high-yield (HY) corporates in Asia Pacific rated from ‘B-’ to ‘BB+’ could face elevated refinancing risks under a stagflation...
Indonesia-based private education provider BINA NUSANTARA (BINUS) Group will deploy Workday’s suite of enterprise cloud applications for financial and human...
China and Hong Kong IPOs will accelerate if the pandemic situation in China improves and the Russia-Ukraine War subsides in...
The world will see increasing inflationary pressure as the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues , said KPMG recently when releasing...
Why is it so important for businesses to promote employee engagement and inclusion in light of the Covid-19 crisis? Monique...
Digital money will be the future, said PwC recently when releasing its 2022 PwC Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Global...
Supply side strains in Asia Pacific will remain elevated at least through the end of the year, with energy and...
Love them or hate it, spreadsheets have been around since 1979 with the release of VisiCalc, a program written for...
In an EY podcast on Why “cash culture” is a critical lever in today’s PE climate, Nick Boreo from EY...
Finance and accounting professionals are worried about operating costs, said ACCA and IMA recently when releasing the latest edition of...
Finance leaders are increasingly focused on digital transformation initiatives despite having to deal with other pressing issues like revenue, profitability,...
Now that you've implemented an AP automation solution, you'll need to focus on meeting the expectations set by your business...
Our new reality has changed everything. Organizations are heads down re-imagining their businesses, adapting processes and procedures to a more...
Leveraging a modern approach to performance excellence driven by technology and a shift in mindset is key to opening many...
Accounts Payable is responsible for so much more than just paying incoming bills and invoices, particularly given today's global challenges....
You are right if you think board executives are unaware of cyber threats. There is a broad assumption from executives...
Communication is essential before, during and after any technology implementation and is essential for the successful rollout of an IT...
Data and analytics leaders should embrace three imperatives when leveraging the top trends for 2022 in their enterprise, said Gartner recently....
ACCA announced recently that it will launch its new Global Business Services (GBS) Certificate in April. The global business services,...
Joe Kornik, Editor-in-Chief of VISION by Protiviti interviews David Howard, Associate Professor, University of Oxford about the findings of the...
Directors around the world are concerned that their firms won’t be able to deliver on ESG goals, said INSEAD recently...
More than 60% of firms prioritise ESG in digital transformation while more than 80% plan to increase their investments in...
Organizations are enabling their organization through digital transformation initiatives. IDC's worldwide COVID-19 Impact on IT Spending Survey (conducted October 15–30,...
When it comes to CFO strategy, finance leaders CFOs need to move beyond short-term, reactive moves to counter inflation and...
With customers’ preferences, competitors’ pressures, and market forces constantly shifting, businesses rely on finance teams to see the future, plan...
Singapore’s job seeker sentiment is at a five-year low though nearly half of employers in the island state have plans...
Southeast Asia’s e-commerce car platform Carsome Group recently announced the appointment of its CFO Juliet Zhu as group president. Zhu...
Watsons Philippines has been expanding consistently in the years 2020 and 2021 despite the COVID-19 pandemic – achieved mostly by...
Rajat Gupta, Leader of McKinsey’s sustainability practice in Asia, describes five key issues shaping Asia’s future, and examines the opportunities...
Growing economic uncertainty and rising costs diminish consumer confidence, said EY lately when releasing its EY Future Consumer Index. The...
This case study provides insight into Singapore Press Holdings’ (SPH) and the challenge this presents to management in having a...
Islamic finance is set to drive a growing focus on ESG and sustainability in the wider Halal economy, said Maybank...
In the digital era, finance is stepping its role moving from backend operations to leading the organisation to deliver on...
Technology is at its most transformative when it makes our lives less, not more, complicated. Yet so much of our...
Luxury resort operator Soneva has selected Workday to help it digitally transform finance operation and capabilities, the technology company announced...
The top challenge for internal audit leaders this year is how they can attract talent with nontraditional skills, said Gartner...
Keith Chan An essential skill for every finance professional is the ability to tell the story behind the numbers, according...
The rule of thumb for many IT implementations is to get the new systems up and running on a cost-friendly...
In this video, Grant Thornton shows how businesses across the globe are opening the door to diverse talent. Against an...
Hong Kong export confidence continues to shrink as the HKTDC Export Index fell by 12.5 points to 24.7 in the...
Asia Pacific will see growing risks to its economic growth as a result of the Russia-Ukraine war, said Moody’s recently....
Companies are estimated to reduce annual compliance training by 50% by 2025, said Gartner recently. This will displace costs in...
Hexamatics Servcomm, an HR and business process service provider headquartered in Malaysia, decided at the onset of the current pandemic...
A recent survey of nearly 1000 people in Asia by Hays found that 43% of respondents see diversity as a...
Refinitiv estimates that as of January 2022, the global M&A volume stood at US$5,160 billion, each with an aggregate value...
Standard Chartered Bank, listed in both London and Hong Kong, has started to map out CFO succession plan as the...
International SOS embarked on the digital transformation of its finance operations by automating its procure-to-pay and accounts receivable processes. By...
To successfully sell your next idea, try using these five rhetorical devices that Aristotle identified in your next speech or...
Singapore has remained the most liveable location in the world for expatriates from East Asia in 2022, despite seeing the...
The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, unanimously adopted by 189 countries in 1995, remains the strongest global consensus for...
Chinese real estate Internal portal Fang Holdings Limited recently announced the appointment of Peng Cui as CFO. Cui has served...
Bias in the workplace Bias in the workplace is a complex and nuanced issue. Bias tends to be born from...
The chief executives of 10 of the global accounting bodies have joined together to support a new call to action...
Private equity set a remarkable new standard for itself in 2021 as buyout deal value reached an all-time high of...
A Sidetrade study, Cash Culture Pulse 2022, revealed the detrimental impact spreadsheets have on a business team’s effectiveness. Firms interviewed...
Editor’s note: As a finance leader and a mother of three kids, Jill Klindt (pictured), CFO and Treasurer of Workiva, shares...
“You can’t outsource sustainability.” Here’s why McKinsey leaders say businesses will need to embed sustainability in every part of the...
A majority (84%) of employers in Singapore intend to raise staff salaries this year, said Hays recently when releasing its...
The pandemic remains a test of mettle. This is particularly so for leadership. In good times, it is easy to...
Hong Kong employees deem compensation and benefits as the most important considerations driving their career choices, said Randstad recently when...
Defaults among high-yield nonfinancial companies in the Asia-Pacific will slightly decline but stay elevated in 2022, said Moody’s recently. This...
Management accountants can be instrumental in collaborating across their organisations on a decarbonisation strategy, according to a statement of management...
How can Asia Pacific finance professionals upskill and future-proof their career? ACCA launched the free new Career Navigator tool late...
For many businesses in Asia, ERP is at the core of the business. Despite this, however, it cannot do everything....
Accounts payables (AP) is responsible for making sure the company’s bills are paid on a time. An organised accounts payables...
To many people, strategy is a total mystery. But it’s really not complicated, says Harvard Business School’s Felix Oberholzer-Gee.
Hong Kong budget seeks to deploy its considerable fiscal buffers to cushion the economic impact on households and businesses as...
Co-produced by Sukhpreet Kaur, community manager, CXOCIETY According to McKinsey, in the last decade, finance departments have reduced costs by...
Ongoing supply chain issues, the pandemic, and inflation are having a critical impact on businesses' ability to drive profitability. Retail,...
Co-produced by Sukhpreet Kaur, community manager, CXOCIETY Deloitte’s updated Finance 2025: Digital transformation in finance lists eight predictions revolving around...
Cross-border M&A, supply chain and sustainability are top priorities for Asia Pacific business leaders, said EY recently when releasing its...
Co-produced by Sukhpreet Kaur, community manager, CXOCIETY Alexander Bant, chief of research for CFOs at Gartner predicts that 2022 will...
Microland, a Bangalore-headquartered digital IT transformation company, recently announced the appointment of Navneet Khandelwal as CFO. Khandelwal joins Microland from Zensar Technologies, a...
“Life challenges us, so that we become enlightened. And by recognizing our true intrinsic nature — our transcendent potential —...
The Singapore budget confirms that fiscal pressures associated with the pandemic are easing, allowing the focus of policy to shift...
How much could prices increase in 2022? Watch IMF's Charts in Motion to learn more about the outlook for inflation.
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) crises can have strong negative effects on organisations. For instance, in 2010, British Petroleum (BP) was...
The Great Resignation is impacting companies in Asia as well, said Lee Thong Tan (pictured), CFO Practice Lead for Asia...
While more board members and senior executives believe that the pandemic increased expectations from stakeholders that companies will strive for...
Government services provider Serco Asia Pacific recently announced the appointment of Andrew Henry as CFO.Henry joins Serco with an extensive...
Finance and accounting outsourcing (FAO) buyers are increasingly open to third-party support for complex, judgment-intensive processes, and digital solutions; providers...
Jenji’s 2021 Asia-Pacific (APAC) Expense Management Practices Survey reveals that despite increased rhetoric about the importance of digital finance, the...
It might be time for CFOs to start getting ready for the metaverse. According to Gartner, 25% of people will...
International expansion remains a key growth strategy for the midmarket around the world. According to Grant Thornton, 71% of mid-sized...
When it comes to reputational and ESG risk readiness, there is considerable lack of confidence on the part of global...
Maggie Sun has become the CFO for both CTH Group, a company in the blockchain and digital asset ecosystem, and...
There are three M&A success factors that dealmaking executives must understand to thrive in the sizzling M&A market that saw...
The credit trend for Asia Pacific companies will remain broadly stable through 2022, Moody’s said recently. Smoother and more sustained...
The continuing global recovery faces multiple challenges as the pandemic enters its third year, the IMF said.
CFOs who evolve their capital allocation approach to one that prizes responsiveness can add 2.5 percentage points to economic value...
In a survey conducted by the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), 89% of accountancy professionals indicated they have adapted...
Unfairness in the internal hiring process is the major hindrance when it comes to top talent retention, said Gartner recently....
M&A deal momentum is set to continue in 2022 after registering unparalleled growth in deal values and volumes in 2021,...
Hong Kong-listed Samson Paper Holdings Limited announced the appointment of Lu Zhiwen as CFO with effect from 26 January 2022....
The IMF revised recently its 2022 global economic growth forecast to 4.4% from the previous estimate of 4.9%, citing weaker...
Operating under unrelenting pressure in high-churn environments, Asian leaders have learned to move fast and be agile.Speed and agility became...
CFOs must account for inflation-related uncertainties in annual budget and guidance for investors, said Gartner recently. According to the firm’s...
Asia Pacific’s economic growth pace will stabilise in 2022, supporting a broad normalisation of credit conditions across sectors, said Moody’s...
Employers in Singapore fell below global benchmarks when it comes to supporting staff during the pandemic, said Mercer March Benefits...
CEO optimism hits 10-year high despite the ongoing pressure generated by the pandemic and market conditions such as rising inflation,...
After leaping back strongly from the darkest days of the pandemic, the global mid-market could only manage a small additional...
CFOs’ top priorities for future-proofing teams include technology investment for talent retention and attraction as well as hiring people with...
According to Fung Business Intelligence Centre (FBIC), a Hong Kong-based think tank, China’s retail sales will likely grow by six...
Economic confidence among finance and accounting professionals fell by 12 points in Q4 2021, due to the rapid spread of...
Fueled by tight labour markets and the rise in inflation this year, employers in Asia Pacific are boosting their pay...
Standards of corporate integrity have stayed the same or worsened over the last 18 months, said EY recently. According to...
A silver lining is an advantage that comes from a difficult situation. The COVID-19 pandemic is no exception. Yes, some...
Hong Kong-listed clinical stage biopharmaceutical firm Transcenta Holding Limited announces the appointment of Daniel Weng as the company's CFO. As a member...
Redefining how to best serve consumers, looking at the business through a non-traditional lens and anticipating disruptors are vital, said...
There are five key themes that will reshape the future of work, said Bain & Company recently when releasing results...
Tax functions around the world are undergoing transformation against the backdrop of persistent pressure and challenges that disrupt the way...
Inadequate accounts receivable management is a very common problem among the majority of business organizations Half of all B2B invoice...
Expect two Fed rate hikes this year, said Fitch Ratings recently. The credit rating agency also predicted four Fed rate...
Potential action to tackle environmental issues, such as building resilience against the effects of physical climate risks and protecting biodiversity,...
China's GDP growth is likely to hit 8% in 2021, with a projected 3.7% growth in Q4, said the Peking University,...
Global M&A to remain strong in 2022 as valuations reach historic highs, said Willis Towers Watson (WTW) recently. Global dealmakers...
“Collaboration overload” is a major source of stress, burnout, and exhaustion at work, a new book describes how to collaborate...
Companies in Malaysia forecast a median 4.5% salary increase in 2022, said Mercer recently when releasing results its annual Total...
Knowledge and experience gaps impact boards’ ability to address climate change, said INSEAD recently when releasing its new report Changing...
StemiRNA Therapeutics — a clinical stage mRNA biopharmaceutical company located in Shanghai, Beijing and Boston — recently announced the appointment of Dr. Jack Hu as CFO. ...
The global IPO market had an exceptional year in 2021 despite all the uncertainties, breaking records by IPO volume and...
Technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning are already being used in data analytics for many years now to...
This video considers the accounting for the latest IBOR reform developments, as entities transition their exposures to risk free rates.
Geoff Soon (pictured), Senior District Manager for ASEAN, Snowflake spoke to FutureCFO about the consumption business model, how it would...
According to the Gartner View from the Board of Directors 2021 survey, 69% of board members want to accelerate digital...
The 2022 economic outlook is defined by digital resilience and a return to the experience economy, said MasterCard Economics Institute...
The year 2021 saw the highest total M&A deal value on record, reaching more than US$5 trillion, said Bain &...
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