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UK digital services tax about to take effect
From 1 April, a new 2% tax will apply to the UK revenues of large multinationals that operate social media platforms, search engines, and online marketplaces.3 ways to tackle the coronavirus’s economic risk
The COVID-19 pandemic is keeping CFOs and CEOs up at night as a leading risk facing the global economy. Here are three basic suggestions to tackle the economic risk.Video: Countries scramble to aid ailing airlines
Governments around the world are scrambling to aid airlines battered by the coronavirus outbreak.Finance’s crisis role in managing supply chain risk
Taking steps to assess, protect, and where appropriate reconfigure supply chains can help minimise disruption from the spread of the coronavirus.How world’s largest glove maker meets coronavirus demand
The finance head of Malaysia’s Top Glove shares efforts behind the scenes in the company’s production ramp-up.Crucial skills for leading during a crisis
The COVID-19 pandemic is clearly becoming a global crisis. Preparation and teamwork are essential when dealing with an emergency.4 tips for handling conference call gaffes
Recovering from a public error takes a bit of humour and humility.What boards can do to confront the coronavirus
Boards can take these six actions to ensure management is handling the crisis and that the business is financially resilient.To fight fraud, manage culture
A new study finds that healthy organisational cultures encourage productivity, promote positive morale, and mitigate fraud risk. But to get there, leaders need to engage.Video: US airlines ditch 2020 forecasts
US airlines are suspending their outlooks and cutting flights to combat the fallout from the coronavirus outbreak, and some CEOs are cutting their pay.If the coronavirus outbreak disrupts your budget
Here are three areas you should consider as business interruptions due to the spread of the coronavirus send your 2020 plans to the bin.How leaders can build business resilience
The COVID-19 outbreak has put the issue of organisational — and individuals’ — resilience in the spotlight.Supply chain tips amid the coronavirus outbreak
Companies should assess and diversify their sourcing for materials and products.What I learned turning around a failing business
A finance business partner employed these strategies to reverse the course of a loss-making operation.A Q&A on coronavirus scenario planning
Scenario planning is vital for organisations when trying to adjust to the harmful, fast-moving virus outbreak. An expert shares advice.Why CFOs need more cybersecurity vigilance
Cybersecurity breaches have become the top financial threat facing companies, making it essential for CFOs to play a pivotal role in managing the risk.Strategies for successful joint venture negotiation
C.F. Wong, ACMA, CGMA, provides some practical pointers to set you up during talks.35 questions for coronavirus planning
Business leaders should be proactive in putting emergency plans in place in response to the spread of coronavirus. Here’s a checklist for organisations related to employees, customers, and vendors.Video: Coronavirus could cost African airlines $40 million
African airlines are facing a hit of up to $40 million from the coronavirus outbreak, a global industry body has said.
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