Analysts press bank CFOs on revenue resilience over tech investments

In an analysis of publicly traded bank earnings calls in January, PwC discovered that about a third of questions pertained to “quality and resilience of revenue growth,” while 15% centered on AI investment and execution.

By Dan Niepow • April 1, 2026

Lamborghini CFO on managing the ‘small but steady demand’ for luxury vehicles

Paolo Poma, the automaker’s finance chief since 2017, talks through the nuances of operating a luxury auto brand today.

By Dan Niepow • March 31, 2026

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More finance-job listings seek AI expertise, but pay is mostly down

Among other shifts since early 2025, demand shoots up for tech-savvy FP&A leaders, while controller salaries plummet.

By David McCann • March 30, 2026

Former manufacturing firm CFO’s case against CBIZ moves closer to trial: Trial Balance

Christopher Podlasek accuses Marcum, which was acquired by CBIZ over a year ago, of breaching fiduciary duty in valuating his former employer AmeriTex.

By Lauren Muskett , Dan Niepow • March 30, 2026

Medely CFO’s bid to lower health care costs

After a long tenure at digital marketplaces like Airbnb and Turo, Brent Loder looks to bring his expertise to the health care staffing startup.

By Dan Niepow • March 26, 2026

Despite war and tariff uncertainty, CFOs are confident in economy: Duke-Fed survey

In the first quarter of 2026, finance chiefs’ optimism for their own business and the U.S. economy ticked up slightly.

By Dan Niepow • March 25, 2026

Hatch Bank CFO on liquidity, risk and the potential for automation

Francis Mitchell discusses his approach to building teams, evaluating operations and managing risk at the banking-as-a-service provider.

By Adam Zaki • March 24, 2026

Uncle Nearest founder’s bankruptcy attempt is denied: Trial Balance

A federal bankruptcy judge late last week said that Fawn Weaver lacked the authority to seek Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the brand, but the legal battle isn't over yet.

By Lauren Muskett , Dan Niepow • March 23, 2026

Bloomingdale’s takes share from Saks Global, lifts Macy’s Inc. in Q4

“The vendor community has rallied around Bloomingdale's like never before,” Macy’s Inc. CEO Tony Spring told analysts Wednesday.

By Daphne Howland • March 18, 2026

Internal audit functions lose budget bucks and headcount

But internal audit departments that gel with wider enterprise priorities are more likely to get the funding they need, according to a new survey.

By David McCann • March 18, 2026

SEC’s enforcement chief steps down

Margaret Ryan has resigned as director of the agency’s division of enforcement after about six months on the job.

By Dan Niepow • March 17, 2026

Chipotle CFO on expanding globally while maintaining a debt-free model

Adam Rymer explains how the fast-casual chain is using AI tools, funding rapid restaurant growth and operating with a debt-free balance sheet​​​​​.

By Adam Zaki • March 17, 2026

Nidec looks to determine execs’ liability in accounting scandal: Trial Balance

The Kyoto-based manufacturer of electric motors says it has formed a new committee to determine whether certain leaders “bear legal liability” in a $1.6 billion accounting misconduct case.

By Lauren Muskett , Dan Niepow • March 16, 2026

What finance teams should know about the world of subrogation

The practice, which involves insurers seeking money from at-fault parties, has birthed a host of businesses and is often billed as a way to lower premiums. It’s not without controversy.

By Dan Niepow • March 13, 2026

Lantern CFO Greg Chisholm talks health care, AI and capital allocation

Chisholm shares insights on tackling health care complexity, navigating rapid growth and his skepticism about generative AI’s ability to build a durable business strategy.

By Adam Zaki • March 12, 2026

Strategic finance advances as back-office systems play catch-up

Separate reports from the AFP Cost of Capital Survey and Basware’s compliance research show different parts of the finance function evolving at different speeds.

By Adam Zaki • March 11, 2026

CFOs and private equity sponsors diverge on IPO timing and approach

While most CFOs surveyed by consulting firm Accordion said boards and sponsors should control IPO timing, more than half of PE sponsors said it’s the finance chief’s job.

By Dan Niepow • March 10, 2026

First Brands’ ex-CFO pleads guilty to wire fraud

Stephen Graham is now set to testify against the bankrupt auto supplier’s founder and his brother.

By Dan Niepow • March 9, 2026

Block CFO interview highlights surge in profit per employee: Trial Balance

Amrita Ahuja’s interview with Fortune highlights the rising importance of profit per employee metrics as companies evaluate workforce productivity in an age of automation.

By Lauren Muskett , Adam Zaki • March 9, 2026

Seattle startup’s ex-CFO gets two years’ prison time for wire fraud

Nevin Shetty, formerly of e-commerce firm Fabric, was accused of stealing $35 million from the company.

By Dan Niepow • March 6, 2026

CFOs remain skeptical of flashy SaaS marketing

Super Bowl ads, billboards and conference spectacles may grab attention, but finance leaders say peer networks and ROI still drive their software-buying decisions.

By Adam Zaki • March 6, 2026

Despite volatile global conditions, finance leaders are optimistic: AICPA-CIMA survey

In the organizations’ latest economic outlook survey of CPAs and other business leaders, 39% said they’re optimistic about the U.S. economy.

By Dan Niepow • March 6, 2026

Fewer than half of finance leaders cite AI as top trend

A recent Wolters Kluwer survey examines how CFOs are weighing AI adoption amid economic pressures and shifting priorities.

By Adam Zaki • March 4, 2026

For mid-market firms, full AP automation is a long way off

A survey by accounts payable software firm Ottimate found that 4% of middle market respondents had fully automated their AP function.

By Dan Niepow • March 4, 2026

Chicago’s acting CFO registers city’s opposition to Bears bill

As Illinois and Indiana take up competing proposals to lure the football team, Chicago interim Chief Financial Officer Steve Mahr spoke out against one issued by his own state. Here's why.

By Dan Niepow • March 3, 2026