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The spread of COVID-19 presents serious concerns and challenges for many around the world. To help, we’re gathering the latest news stories along with relevant columns, tips, podcasts, and videos from FM magazine, along with curated items from our archives to help with uncertainty and disruption.

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Lessons from a startup’s pivoting exercise

How a Singapore-based startup made the quick decision to pivot and evaluate new partnerships when business dried up.

In focus: How the pandemic infected the economy

The novel coronavirus began as a health threat, but it didn’t stay just a problem for doctors, nurses, and patients. Efforts to stem the virus’s spread have led to a downturn that has affected economies around the world.

Becoming more empathetic in difficult times

Here’s how to become a source of support and strength for those around you.

COVID-19: How to reopen and keep employees safe

As economies are reopening, businesses in Asia Pacific offer first lessons on how to keep employees safe.

Finance basics to beat the coronavirus

For pharma giant GSK’s CFO, getting the finance basics right, supporting team members, and ensuring cash to run the business make up the toolkit to combat COVID-19.

5 tips for preventing burnout during COVID-19

Here are ways finance professionals can take extra care during this time of increased pressure and anxiety.

UK government sets out furlough scheme cost-sharing detail

Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a tapering of government furlough scheme support, flexibility, and a further grant for self-employed workers.

Africa’s finance leaders navigate COVID-19 effects

Finance leaders across the continent are prioritising cash management and acknowledge the need to fast-track digital transformation efforts.

P&G Nigeria CFO: Steering Africa’s business recovery

Finance teams need to consider macroeconomic vulnerabilities and consumers’ lower purchasing power in planning for recovery.

IASB amends lease accounting rules to address COVID-19 concerns

The board has issued a change to its lease accounting standard that makes it easier for lessees to account for coronavirus-related rent concessions.