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2023 Recession Could Last 3 Quarters

2023 Recession Could Last 3 Quarters

That's the prediction of The Conference Board. But some economists project the U.S. will avoid a contraction in GDP altogether.

By Vincent Ryan | January 25, 2023

2023 Outlook: 5 Finance Risks to Monitor This Year

Risk Management

2023 Outlook: 5 Finance Risks to Monitor This Year

Inflation and recession, disgruntled workers, higher borrowing costs, and more — risks lurk everywhere in 2023.

By Vincent Ryan | January 23, 2023

Scenario Planning: A Roadmap Through Recession and Inflation

Risk Management

Scenario Planning: A Roadmap Through Recession and Inflation

Forward-looking CFOs are using thoughtful, detailed scenario planning to prepare themselves for economic uncertainty.

By Stacy Galligan | December 5, 2022

5 Accounting ‘Turnarounds’: How Manufacturing Fends Off Credit Squeeze

5 Accounting ‘Turnarounds’: How Manufacturing Fends Off Credit Squeeze

Don’t be the CFO who says, “I should have zigged when I zagged,” in 2023.

By David DeMuth | November 15, 2022

75% of CFOs Say Economic Disruption is 2023’s Biggest Challenge: Weekly Stat

75% of CFOs Say Economic Disruption is 2023’s Biggest Challenge: Weekly Stat

Prioritized factors in budgeting involve preparation, tech integration, ESG, and hiring.

By Adam Zaki | November 2, 2022

4 Ways to Navigate a Recession in Today’s Tight Labor Market

4 Ways to Navigate a Recession in Today’s Tight Labor Market

CFOs who are strategic with benefits and realistic about growth will help their companies remain competitive during an economic downturn.

By Rob DiMase | October 28, 2022

79% of Executives Expect a Recession; Only 35% Feel ‘Very’ Prepared: Weekly Stat

79% of Executives Expect a Recession; Only 35% Feel ‘Very’ Prepared: Weekly Stat

Well-prepared executive leaders are embracing risk in response to current macroeconomic conditions.

By Adam Zaki | October 26, 2022

Fine-Tuning Franchise Performance: CFO John Cappadona

Fine-Tuning Franchise Performance: CFO John Cappadona

"We survived COVID-19; we’ll get through this," said the School of Rock CFO about a possible recession.

By Vincent Ryan | October 14, 2022

80% of CFOs Expect Cost Pressures to Persist Into Next Year: Weekly Stat

80% of CFOs Expect Cost Pressures to Persist Into Next Year: Weekly Stat

Increased costs and poor labor pools are proving to be difficult challenges to CFOs, according to the Richmond Fed survey.

By Adam Zaki | September 28, 2022

Fed Projected to Raise Interest Rates Another 0.75%

Fed Projected to Raise Interest Rates Another 0.75%

Federal Reserve officials are "under pressure to prove they are serious about stamping out elevated inflation."

By Vincent Ryan | September 21, 2022

85% of Companies Still Actively Hiring Despite Recession Fears: Weekly Stat

85% of Companies Still Actively Hiring Despite Recession Fears: Weekly Stat

Less than one-third of HR professionals are preparing for an economic slowdown, according to a new study.

By Adam Zaki | September 21, 2022

One-Third of CFOs Would Cut Jobs to Counter Recession: Weekly Stat

One-Third of CFOs Would Cut Jobs to Counter Recession: Weekly Stat

CFOs who respond to economic turmoil with widespread layoffs may face the same staffing problems they did post-pandemic once markets recover.

By Adam Zaki | September 14, 2022

20 Large Companies Filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in First Half of 2022

20 Large Companies Filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in First Half of 2022

But August's pickup in smaller commercial Chapter 11 filings could harbinger a wave of reorganizations this fall.

By Vincent Ryan | September 7, 2022

Survey: 5 Top Challenges and Priorities CFOs Face in 2022

Survey: 5 Top Challenges and Priorities CFOs Face in 2022

While CFOs remain cautious about inflation and a potential global recession, they are adopting new strategies to push forward with growth initiatives.

By Adam Zaki | August 30, 2022

Managing Spend to Help Navigate a Recession

Spend Management

Managing Spend to Help Navigate a Recession

CFOs need to go from, “How can I pay less for what I already buy?” to, “How much should I spend, period?”

By Brian Prantil and Jake Wojcik | August 25, 2022