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Leadership Lessons From a Year of Mass Disruption

Leadership Lessons From a Year of Mass Disruption

"The volatility of the past year cannot be overstated. We’ve been calling it the 'agility economy.'"

By Brian Peccarelli | April 30, 2021

CFOs Find a New Role as Legal Strategists

Risk & Compliance

CFOs Find a New Role as Legal Strategists

As companies take a profit-driven approach to litigation, CFOs are part of conversations about leveraging legal assets, such as through litigation finance.

By Reed Oslan | November 7, 2018

GE Profits Plummet, But Hopeful Signs Appear

Accounting & Tax

GE Profits Plummet, But Hopeful Signs Appear

GE's second-quarter profits sank 30% from last year, but revenue was up, beating analyst expectations.

By William Sprouse | July 20, 2018

The Great Wealth Transfer is Here … Now What?

The Great Wealth Transfer is Here … Now What?

A massive migration of assets from the baby boomers will have a dramatic impact in virtually every industry.

By Brian Peccarelli | May 8, 2017

Recruiting for Next-Generation Finance Skills

Recruiting for Next-Generation Finance Skills

The future of recruiting for professionals with the right finance skills isn't really about replacing human beings but about making humans smarter.

By Brian Peccarelli | November 30, 2016

Merger Mania: How to Reconcile Tax Functions

Merger Mania: How to Reconcile Tax Functions

What often gets lost in the headlines of big merger announcements are the massive integration challenges involved with streamlining two companies.

By Brian Peccarelli | October 17, 2016

The Robo-Accountants Are Coming

The Robo-Accountants Are Coming

How professional services firms need to prepare for the robo revolution.

By Brian Peccarelli | May 9, 2016

EBay Forecasts Weaker Revenue and Profit

EBay Forecasts Weaker Revenue and Profit

The online retailer also reported lower net income and flat revenue for the fourth quarter of 2015.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | January 28, 2016

VC Firms Report Another Strong Fundraising Year

VC Firms Report Another Strong Fundraising Year

Dollar commitments hit $28.2 billion, well above the annual average since 2006, said Thomson Reuters and the NVCA.

By Matthew Heller | January 12, 2016

Walmart Cuts Earnings Projections

Walmart Cuts Earnings Projections

Another large retailer reports tepid second-quarter earnings numbers.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | August 18, 2015

LinkedIn’s Losses Widen

LinkedIn’s Losses Widen

LinkedIn’s losses are mounting due its aggressive growth spurt, occurring both internally and through acquisitions.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | August 3, 2015

Ford Posts Strong Profit; Aims to Act “Like A Startup”

Ford Posts Strong Profit; Aims to Act “Like A Startup”

Operating profit totaled nearly $2.6 billion in North America, a company record for any quarter.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | July 28, 2015

U.S. Capex Seen Falling By 11%

Growth Strategies

U.S. Capex Seen Falling By 11%

Among S&P 500 sectors, only the materials and financials sectors expect to spend more in 2015 than they did last year.

By Matthew Heller | May 14, 2015

PCAOB Preparing New Rule for Audits of Accounting Estimates

PCAOB Preparing New Rule for Audits of Accounting Estimates

The PCAOB staff plans to discuss auditors’ responsibilities for accounting estimates with the Standing Advisory Group in June.

By Matthew Heller | April 9, 2015

How to Avoid Benefits Discrimination Penalties

How to Avoid Benefits Discrimination Penalties

Many types of health plans are required to pass tests insuring that they don't discriminate in favor of highly paid employees. Here's what you need to know.

By Susan Monkmeyer | November 5, 2013