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A top M&A challenge: Culture integration
A new global report says failed integration can derail acquisitions.Bank of England looks to introduce digital currency
The Bank of England and the Treasury open a consultation on digital currency for household and business use.The entrepreneurial CFO: Scaling finance capabilities for growth
The startup finance function moves through three stages of opening for business, fuelling growth, and scaling the enterprise — with the CFO integral to each transition.Shoppers to face fresh price hikes as stores, suppliers pass on costs
Packaged-goods companies' margins have been squeezed by higher input costs for more than a year.How CFOs are handling the push for more ESG reporting
Increasing environmental, social, and governance disclosures create challenges for CFOs — here’s how four CFOs are dealing with them.UK sets out plan to regulate cryptoassets; FRC opens consultation
The IASB has published a document explaining priorities for a project related to business combinations.Steps to consider when a colleague gets paid more than you
Ascertain if there are genuine reasons a work colleague is receiving more pay before taking action — and then hone your arguments to discuss with your employer.Video: Euro zone sees surprise growth, dodges recession
The euro zone grew 0.1% in 2022 Q4, avoiding a recession even as energy costs and rising interest rates took a toll on the bloc's economy, Eurostat data showed.A view from the C-suite: Green optimism and investing in solutions
Despite global concerns, 78% of leaders are “somewhat” or “extremely” optimistic the world will take sufficient steps to avoid the worst effects of climate change.New audit rules proposed for LCEs; CMA scrutinises ‘greenwashing’
This roundup examines the IAASB’s proposed auditing standard for less-complex entities and an update on the CMA’s ongoing work into misleading green claims.New ESG resource launched by AICPA & CIMA
The new Fundamentals of ESG Certificate course, unveiled during an event in South Africa, can help those seeking to grow their ESG knowledge.Ethics in action: Pressure to commit fraud
CIMA members and students are to ensure their professional or business judgement is not compromised by bias, conflict of interest, or undue influence of others.New global risks could hinder progress on climate, report finds
Experts across industries warn that environmental issues carry the most severe long-term impacts and that measures to prepare for climate change are ineffective.CEO balancing act: Weathering the storm, growing for the future
Business leaders understand the value of investments focused on remaining relevant, but they lack confidence in the economy, according to a global survey by PwC.Davos 2023: Outlook brighter than feared, fraught with risks
The IMF’s forecast of 4.4% for China’s 2023 economic growth comes amid concern for the Russia-Ukraine conflict and transatlantic trade war risk.Economic uncertainty and planning for resilience
A new AICPA & CIMA report says that finance teams are spending up to 40% of their time dealing with the consequences and challenges of inflation.IPSASB and GSSB seek comment on exposure drafts
Read a roundup of the recent developments in corporate reporting.How finance professionals can be more inclusive in the workplace
In addition to recruiting employees from diverse groups, ensure inclusivity by providing the same levels of respect and opportunity.Analysis: Airlines face hurdles to cashing in on China reopening
Global airlines’ capacity to and from China could reach 25% of 2019 levels by April, but widebody planes may be prioritised for the lucrative trans-Atlantic route.
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