Risk Archives - CFO

75% of CFOs Embrace Double Digit Spending Increases

75% of CFOs Embrace Double Digit Spending Increases

CFOs want to spend more, but access to capital is the challenge, per the CFO Alliance sentiment report.

By Adam Zaki | January 26, 2023

M&A Is Better in Small Gulps

M&A Is Better in Small Gulps

Doing two small or midsize deals a year around a specific theme tends to deliver higher returns than attempting large takeovers.

By Andy West | December 16, 2021

Building a Case for Macy’s and Just Eat Takeaway’s Spinoffs

Building a Case for Macy’s and Just Eat Takeaway’s Spinoffs

Macy’s e-commerce unit could fetch a handsome valuation as a standalone, and poorly performing Grubhub is dragging down JET's stock price.

By Vincent Ryan | October 26, 2021

Could a Run on Stablecoins Disrupt the Commercial Paper Market?

Could a Run on Stablecoins Disrupt the Commercial Paper Market?

Stablecoins that approach a systemically important scale could play an important role in short-term securities markets, says Fitch.

By Vincent Ryan | October 19, 2021

3 Things CFOs Need to Know About FX Hedging

3 Things CFOs Need to Know About FX Hedging

CFOs need to own a hedging program’s objectives and recognize its limitations.

By Helen Kane | September 13, 2021

Historic Lows in Net Interest Margins Bedevil U.S. Banks

Historic Lows in Net Interest Margins Bedevil U.S. Banks

Lower demand for credit and tighter net interest margins limited the second-quarter earnings of U.S. financial institutions.

By Vincent Ryan | September 8, 2021

CFOs: Prepare for Changes in Global Tax Rules

CFOs: Prepare for Changes in Global Tax Rules

Some of President Biden’s new tax proposals, if passed, will have significant ramifications. Here are the regulations to watch.

By Bill Henson | August 24, 2021

Meme Stock Phenomenon Presents Opportunities for CFOs

Meme Stock Phenomenon Presents Opportunities for CFOs

What starts out as a “cultish response to a flagging brand” can result in favorable outcomes for the formerly distressed issuer.

By Vincent Ryan | August 19, 2021

Steering Clear of Ponzi Schemes

Risk & Compliance

Steering Clear of Ponzi Schemes

Recent examples show Ponzi schemes are still very prevalent and leave significant investor losses and hardships in their wake.

By Vincent Ryan | August 10, 2021

Fed Announces Capital Buffers for Big Banks

Fed Announces Capital Buffers for Big Banks

Based on the latest stress test results, Goldman Sachs is required to have the largest buffer against losses, followed by Morgan Stanley.

By Matthew Heller | August 6, 2021

Is A ‘Massive Wave Of Bankruptcies’ Just Around the Corner?

Is A ‘Massive Wave Of Bankruptcies’ Just Around the Corner?

The surge in corporate debt has created a ticking time bomb in the market, says one analyst.

By Vincent Ryan | July 30, 2021

5 SPACs To Watch In The Second Half

5 SPACs To Watch In The Second Half

Lucid Motors, Southeast Asia's Grab, and Lottery.com are among the companies that have deals lined up.

By Vincent Ryan | June 29, 2021

Offering Product Warranties? Think Twice

Offering Product Warranties? Think Twice

Companies that experience unexpected increases in warranty payments have lower firm value than those that do not offer warranties.

By Vincent Ryan | June 15, 2021

Creditor Compositions — Cheaper Than Bankruptcy

Creditor Compositions — Cheaper Than Bankruptcy

Compared with an in-court proceeding, a creditor composition agreement is much less costly. Here’s how to execute one successfully.

By Kenneth A. Rosen | June 3, 2021

5 Key Elements of a CFO’s Successful Investor Pitch

5 Key Elements of a CFO’s Successful Investor Pitch

Answer the one question on investors’ minds: “Why should I believe that this company will make me money?”

By Frank Williamson | May 24, 2021