Banking & Finance

In a recent interview on Bloomberg Television, Hope Dmuchowski, Chief Financial Officer of First Horizon Corp., provided valuable insights into the challenges confronting US regional banks, particularly in the realm of loan growth. These revelations come at a critical juncture for the banking sector, which faces heightened scrutiny following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and other similar institutions...

Logistical challenges faced during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic have prompted business leaders to reassess their roles in supply chain management. Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), in particular, have witnessed a significant expansion in their responsibilities over the past five years, driven by both opportunity and necessity...

Stash, the fintech giant valued at $1.4 billion, has appointed Steven Hodgeman as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in a strategic move to bolster financial discipline and drive growth. In an exclusive interview with Hodgeman and Stash CEO Liza Landsman, key insights were shared regarding Hodgeman's role, Stash's unique market positioning, and the potential trajectory of the company, including the possibility of going public...

In the ever-expanding realm of fintech, the role of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) has become pivotal, standing at the forefront of a transformative revolution that is reshaping the landscape of finance and commerce worldwide. As CFOs and treasurers lead the charge, their responsibilities go beyond traditional financial stewardship, evolving into the role of architects driving innovation and strategic growth...

C-Suite leaders confront an ongoing challenge – steering their companies towards growth and profitability. PwC's 27th Annual Global CEO Survey unveils current trends and challenges, providing insights into strategies propelling successful businesses. To begin, one standout revelation emphasizes the pivotal role of cash flow forecasting in business planning...

The World Bank has forecasted a slowdown in U.S. economic growth to 1.6% in 2024, down from an estimated 2.5% in the previous year. The report attributes this deceleration to high interest rates affecting demand and a decline in government spending. The World Bank anticipates falling household savings, elevated borrowing costs, and a cooling labor market to dampen consumer spending, which typically contributes to nearly 70% of economic growth...

Due to the launch of OpenAI's ChatGPT generative artificial intelligence tool in 2023, digital transformation has become a top priority for businesses. The rush to capitalize on this innovative technology prompted a surge in investments. However, cautionary advice from Raphael Ouzan, CEO of A.Team, emphasized the importance of adopting a CFO mindset when navigating the digital transformation landscape...

In the world of finance, Jack Hartung stands as an anomaly, deviating from the norm with a remarkable career spanning four decades. Having contributed his expertise to two major brands, McDonald's and Chipotle, Hartung's distinction becomes evident. Notably, at Chipotle, where he currently serves as one of the longest-tenured CFOs in the U.S., his commitment defies the prevailing trend of CFOs changing roles every four and a half years...

According to a recent CFO survey made public by the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Virginia, chief financial officers (CFOs) in the United States are feeling more optimistic about the economy in the fourth quarter. Notably, CFOs' expectations for job growth were characterized as "solid" for the coming period...

Hedge fund manager David Neuhauser has pointed out the perplexing divergence in market signals regarding the likelihood of a U.S. recession. Recently speaking to CNBC, Neuhauser emphasized the prevailing confusion among investors hoping for a "Goldilocks" scenario where the economy experiences neither excessive growth nor contraction...