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Sri Lanka expected to hold rates, focus on IMF bailout
A Reuters poll of economists forecasts interest rates will remain unchanged at tomorrow’s policy announcement by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.IFRS Foundation proposes taxonomy changes to enhance data and improve usability
The proposed changes are in response to feedback from users and preparers of tagged financial statements.5 ways to develop as an authentic leader
When leaders are genuine, self-aware, and show who they are as people, they inspire loyalty and trust in their employees.Chancellor outlines help for business rate payers
UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced help on business rates, including extended relief for retail, hospitality, and leisure businesses.IAASB releases IAS 1 guidance; EU adopts sustainability directive
Read a roundup of the latest developments in corporate reporting, including an update on IFRS 17.G20 watchdog says bank climate stress tests may understate exposures
Many of the tests do not capture 'second round' effects, or impact on banks of climate change hitting the wider economy, the Financial Stability Board found.Serious cyberattacks on the rise, report shows
The number of organisations hit with cyberattacks is rising, according to a new report focused on US and UK businesses.The changing challenges and focus areas for CFOs around the world
Finance leaders look to drive agility and resilience in future-proofing initiatives, according to a global survey, but they are also more concerned about cash management now than they were two years ago.How to deal with the risk of online falsehoods
Deliberately false online content is harder to spot than you think. Here are seven tactics to counter the threat of disinformation and control the potential damage your business may incur.IFAC releases review of corporate disclosures on emissions
The International Federation of Accountants released “Getting to Net Zero,” a global review of corporate disclosures on emissions targets, analysing the disclosure trends and transition plans of the 40 largest exchange-listed companies in 15 jurisdictions, at the beginning of COP27.Leadership presence is a vital ingredient for career success
Consider these nine tips for making a strong impression on others — to land a job or win a promotion, secure resources, close a deal, or inspire change.COP27: Major food companies detail plans to eliminate deforestation by 2025
The road map launched at the COP27 climate summit in Egypt involves 14 food companies ending deforestation in their supply chains to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.UK regulator finds common themes and areas for improvement in governance reporting
The assessment supports the FRC’s growing body of evidence on those areas where improvements could be made.5 steps to ensure smooth transitions when teams change
A firm corporate structure, proper planning, and standard operating procedures can help facilitate project hand-offs amid changes to teams.European countries back weakened fossil fuel financing pledge
Ten nations agreed to report on how the pledge to stop funding for overseas fossil fuel projects will be applied to their export credit agencies.IPSASB seeks comments on sustainability guidance proposals
An exposure draft proposes additional guidance on how two previously published Recommended Practice Guidelines can be applied by governments and public sector entities to report on sustainability programme information.ISSB vote confirms required use of climate-related scenario analysis
The International Sustainability Standards Board also said it provided guidance on which climate scenarios an entity should use.Handling challenging clients: 6 things you should consider
For Members in Practice, good communication can keep relationships with clients positive and resolve issues before a possibly costly dispute arises.Excel: Broken y-axis charting
Breaking the y-axis on a chart can be a useful way to display data, but the technique should be used with discretion, says Excel MVP Liam Bastick.
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