EBITDA

Shining a Light on Earnings Adjustments
Growth Companies

Shining a Light on Earnings Adjustments

Finance will have to make some judgments when trying to present a normalized view of ongoing financial performance.
By Lauren Muskett | June 24, 2020
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3 Considerations for New Cloud Computing Accounting Rules
The Cloud

3 Considerations for New Cloud Computing Accounting Rules

In their next fiscal year companies must begin to capitalize certain costs associated with deploying cloud software.
By David McCann | December 26, 2019
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The Two Faces of Private Equity
Technology

The Two Faces of Private Equity

Host Analytics' CFO makes a case for private equity, recalibrates the software company's business focus, and sets a six-point agenda for his finance team.
By David McCann | October 31, 2019
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Has Non-GAAP Reporting Become an Accounting Chasm?
GAAP and IFRS

Has Non-GAAP Reporting Become an Accounting Chasm?

Aggressive use of non-GAAP numbers is creating a crisis in how investors, analysts, and the media report financial performance and value companies.
By Vincent Ryan | September 23, 2019
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Moody’s Deals a Blow to Ford With Credit Downgrade
Credit & Capital

Moody’s Deals a Blow to Ford With Credit Downgrade

The automaker's lackluster performance in profit margin and free cash flow leads the credit rating agency to relegate Ford's debt to junk status.
By David McCann | September 10, 2019
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Effective Capital Allocation: A Force Multiplier
Strategy

Effective Capital Allocation: A Force Multiplier

For IAC finance chief Glenn Schiffman, a disciplined, rigorous approach to making investment decisions is the key to winning superior returns.
By David McCann | June 3, 2019
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How to Deal With the 5 Stages of Business Distress
Risk Management

How to Deal With the 5 Stages of Business Distress

No matter how grim things become, it's important to face each level of distress as soon as it arises and with full transparency.
By Michael Walsh and Carl Sekely | January 23, 2019
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Could High-Riding Netflix Be In for a Fall?
Strategy

Could High-Riding Netflix Be In for a Fall?

Changes in executive pay, the departure of its CFO, and almost $30 billion of cash obligations may be warning signs for Netflix's valuation outlook.
By David McCann | January 14, 2019
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The Explosion of Middle Market Lending Options
Growth Companies

The Explosion of Middle Market Lending Options

Midsized companies today enjoy broad access to private credit, but related challenges abound.
By David Johnson | December 20, 2018
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SEC Intensifies Focus on Non-GAAP Metrics
Risk & Compliance

SEC Intensifies Focus on Non-GAAP Metrics

While the number of comment letters the commission sends to filers has waned drastically, the proportion of letters focused on non-GAAP metrics has shot up.
By David McCann | October 23, 2018
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Report Details Ubiquity of Non-GAAP Metrics
Risk & Compliance

Report Details Ubiquity of Non-GAAP Metrics

Some findings seem to support allegations that companies are practicing "earnings management."
By David McCann | October 15, 2018
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Performance-based Pay Enriched CFOs in 2017
Human Capital & Careers

Performance-based Pay Enriched CFOs in 2017

On the back of stronger revenue and operating income, both finance chiefs and CEOs saw their personal incomes leap by about 10% last year.
By David McCann | October 3, 2018
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Are Buyers Fudging the Synergies of M&A Deals?
M&A

Are Buyers Fudging the Synergies of M&A Deals?

Although acquisitions frequently fail, acquiring companies are ballyhooing their financial benefits as transaction prices steadily rise.
By David McCann | September 18, 2018
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Media Power IAC Paints Picture of Proactive IR
Strategy

Media Power IAC Paints Picture of Proactive IR

CFO Glenn Schiffman's top priority is tirelessly explaining IAC's complex structure and strategy to investors and analysts.
By David McCann | May 24, 2018
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How Will Tax Reform Affect the Cost of Capital?
Tax

How Will Tax Reform Affect the Cost of Capital?

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will boost the cost of capital even as it hikes net cash flows.
By Roger Grabowski | February 6, 2018
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