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Should You IPO?

Should You IPO?

Unless your company is big, profitable, and a category leader, the wisest choice may be to wait.

By Keith Button | February 20, 2018

The Price of Protectionism

The Price of Protectionism

To defend some domestic industries, President Trump is ready to slap tariffs on foreign producers. But has he weighed the costs to the wider economy?

By Russ Banham | December 4, 2017

The Weight of Water

The Weight of Water

The 2017 hurricane season puts extreme precipitation and flooding events at the top of risk managers’ agendas.

By David Katz | November 6, 2017

The Best Path Forward

Robotic Process Automation

The Best Path Forward

CFOs blend new and old techniques in a quest for capital budgeting solutions that allow more flexibility.

By Russ Banham | October 3, 2017

Value Drivers

Using cost discipline, astute capital investments, and operational know-how, these 20 CFOs aim to guide their companies to a growth-filled future.

By CFO Staff | September 11, 2017

Human Resources

Balance Due

Boards seek the optimal compensation formula to satisfy all sides in the conflict over executive pay packages.

By Keith Button | July 26, 2017

Annual Harvest

More companies are using a subscription-based business model, lured by the promise of recurring revenue. But for many, realizing the gains won’t be easy.

By David McCann | May 2, 2017

Disruptive Influences: 20 Tech Companies to Watch

Disruptive Influences: 20 Tech Companies to Watch

In areas from cyber defense to tax compliance to database management, these 20 companies are changing how businesses operate.

By CFO Staff | April 6, 2017

Hire Expectations

Hire Expectations

CFOs are seeking nontraditional candidates who have the analytical and ‘soft’ skills a modern finance organization needs.

By David McCann | March 2, 2017

The Corporatization of Cyber Crime

The Corporatization of Cyber Crime

Cyber crime groups are increasingly operating like traditional businesses. Will this new professionalism lead to more attacks on companies?

By David Katz | February 9, 2017

Misleading Metrics?

Misleading Metrics?

Non-GAAP metrics help tell the story of a company’s performance. But is their increasing prevalence rendering the official earnings numbers less relevant?

By David McCann | December 15, 2016

The Changing Face of Retail

The Changing Face of Retail

Can innovation by traditional retailers overcome the disruptive force of e-commerce?

By David Katz | November 14, 2016

Clinton v. Trump: Who’s Better for Business?

Clinton v. Trump: Who’s Better for Business?

The choice for president is between big change now but few details, and gradual change with deep details.

By Russ Banham | October 11, 2016

Rising to the Challenge

Rising to the Challenge

Twenty CFOs who have career-defining tests ahead.

By CFO Staff | September 15, 2016

The Future of Investing?

The Future of Investing?

Robo-advisers are revolutionizing investing and financial planning.

By Keith Button | August 30, 2016