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Economic optimism, hiring plans rise despite continued concern about inflation
Compared with the end of 2023, own-company sentiment is higher among finance decision-makers in a quarterly survey released Thursday.New spring budget focuses on public services
The UK government budget announcement includes more investments and an increase in the VAT registration threshold.How to create an effective hybrid workplace
Hybrid offices, with their need for honed communication skills, are a part of the workplace evolution, the latest research by AICPA & CIMA explains.Executives’ tech appetite strong despite regulatory, ethics questions
Slow regulation for emerging technologies is not slowing down leaders’ desire to transform, but more focus on IT security may be necessary as the landscape evolves.Why risk management failures are not limited to banking
Overconfidence, a resistance to talking about risk, and a dislike of the word “no” are some reasons that businesses fail to invest in risk management leadership.‘The large Chinese businesses are digitising fast’
AICPA & CIMA’s chief executive–Management Accounting, Andrew Harding, discusses trends in China’s economic, business, and management accounting landscapes.IFRS Foundation publishes research on applying materiality judgements
The IASB will use the research to inform discussion on materiality. Also, the UK and France announced a new AI research partnership.FRC seeks stakeholder views on UK Stewardship Code
The regulator’s plans for revisions begin with seeking feedback on whether the code’s principles are driving the right outcomes.AICPA & CIMA join forces with IFRS at its sustainability symposium
The IFRS Foundation’s Partnership Framework and Knowledge Hub are collaborative initiatives designed to help jurisdictions adopt the new global baseline for sustainability reporting.4-day workweek pilot: Many companies report wellbeing benefits
A year on, participating organisations in a UK-focused trial say that the positives for employees and managers is leading to continued interest in a shorter workweek.Tips for using the Power BI suite of tools
Microsoft’s “Power” suite of tools can help make you both more efficient and effective in your data preparation, analysis, and visualisation work.FRC opens consultation on proposed changes to actuarial standard
The regulator also issues guidance to help companies produce high-quality stewardship reports.Sustainability reporting, assurance rates on the rise globally
Recent regulations pave the way to more consolidated reporting in the UK, but the percentage of assurance performed by accountants remains below average.CFO on business leadership: ‘Being competitive is no longer enough’
Executive leadership must foster a sense of social responsibility so that employees feel the company is doing something meaningful, says a Singapore CFO.UK anti-fraud measures take effect in March
The UK government aims to implement new measures to tackle economic crime and improve transparency.UK GDP drops for second consecutive quarter
AICPA & CIMA’s Andrew Harding says boosting worker productivity is key to lifting the UK out of its economic malaise.FRC revises actuarial standard to promote transparency
Also, new EU rules aim to help companies validate green marketing claims.Shareholder activism projected to surpass 2023 highs
Both Europe and APAC had record years for activism last year that went beyond their five-year averages, a report found.Generative AI — What’s the potential?
Its impact is expected to be greatest on knowledge work — especially tasks involving decision-making and collaboration.
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