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Asia-Pacific retirement wave sparks surge in global CFO appointments
A rise in retirements is helping to create more first-time finance chiefs in Asia-Pacific and contributing to a global seven-year high in new CFOs.FRC guidance on recognising value of flexible governance reporting
The guidance aims to help investors and other users of corporate reporting recognise “well-reasoned explanations” for departing from provisions of the UK Corporate Governance Code.Businesses foresee productivity gains as AI adoption accelerates
While business leaders struggle to leverage AI to improve productivity now, many project significant gains over the next three years.UK job market shows signs of improvement
A monthly report’s hiring index moved closer to a neutral level and to the highest mark in three years.IPSASB exposure draft designed to help governments leverage financial data
The public-sector board is seeking stakeholder comment on its proposal to integrate accounting and statistical systems.US finance leaders slightly more optimistic
Tariffs, unemployment, and political uncertainty remain as concerns, according to the AICPA and CIMA Economic Outlook Survey.CIMA on UK Spring Forecast: ‘Positive message’ on stability but ‘falls short’
The Spring Forecast addresses financial stability but, according to a CIMA statement, lacks measures to support skills, tax reform, productivity, or support for SMEs.Engage365 is live for CIMA members and students
The online community offers CIMA members and students opportunities to connect and share resources.AI early adopters pull ahead but face rising risk, global survey finds
Most companies committed to AI tools believe they have a strategic advantage, but a new survey shows they also have more risks to consider.New UK sustainability reporting standards ‘raise the bar’ on trust
CIMA welcomed the new standards, which are intended to improve accountability and transparency in sustainability-related financial reporting.Through uncertainty, reflective leaders seen as more decisive
The ability to look inward was tied to increased confidence and focus for leading organisations through global disruptions, including AI, according to a McKinsey report.CIMA urges government to restore UK business confidence
CIMA highlighted six policy priorities to promote employment, investment, and innovation ahead of the UK government’s Spring Forecast.Charities fear cyber fraud, but human risks still dominate
Charities in the UK pinpoint cyber-enabled fraud as the biggest fraud risk in the next 12 months, but data shows insider fraud remains the biggest challenge facing the sector.3 named as CGMA Management Case Study Exam top scorers
Three candidates for the CGMA designation shared joint first honours in the latest exam window.FRC issues amendments to FRS 102
The UK regulator’s updates aim to maintain alignment with IFRS requirements.CIMA recognised for professional education role in UK-China collaboration
The award reflects CIMA’s long-standing commitment to supporting the development of finance and business talent in China.Pay growth improves for UK staff, report shows
Starting salaries for permanent workers rose at the highest rate since August 2024, according to a monthly report by KPMG and the REC.Preparing people, not systems, is the real AI advantage
A futurist and UK & Ireland ENGAGE speaker explains why humans are a company’s greatest asset and how leaders can rethink their approach to training and AI readiness.CEOs are focused on innovation, but lack strategy
Most CEOs view innovation as a top priority but lack specific processes to support strategic goals.
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