Strategy

Strategy

Offering Product Warranties? Think Twice

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

Experts React to 5% CPI Inflation

The headline CPI index rose 5% in May, marking the highest growth rate since August 2008.
Applications

Balancing ‘Subscribe Once’ and ‘Pay for Usage’

Smart subscription-model companies find ways to garner revenue from usage, not just flat recurring fees.
The Economy

Small Business Hiring Continues to Lag in May

"Small business owners are struggling at record levels trying to get workers back in open positions."
Strategy

Six Ways CFOs Can Help Small Businesses Recover

Accurate reporting, proactive cash flow management, and contingency planning all play a role.
The Economy

Executive Optimism Hits Three-Year High

“What we’re seeing is a broad expectation that things will really open up in the second half of the year."
Global Business

Commerce Secretary Pushes Funding for Chip Factories

Gina Raimondo says the $52 billion in funding for the U.S. semiconductor industry could result in seven to 10 new factories.
Global Business

IEA Calls for Halt to Fossil Fuel Investment

“It’s a huge shift in messaging if they’re saying there’s no need to invest in new fossil fuel supply."
The Economy

U.S. Consumer Prices Surge 4.2% in April

The largest gain in the CPI in nearly 12 years reflects in part the comparison to extremely weak inflation a year ago amid pandemic lockdowns.
Risk Management

Protecting the Enterprise from Social Media Threats

The misuse or abuse of social media can be extremely damaging to a company’s brand reputation or share value.
The Economy

U.S. Economy Adds Only 266,000 Jobs in April

“It turns out it’s easier to put an economy into a coma than wake it up," one economist says.
Global Business

Time for CFOs to Spark Up Relationships in China

Companies lacking a robust China re-engagement strategy risk paying a price in missed opportunities.
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