Trump AI order introduces ‘unstable regulatory landscape’: analysis

The executive order opens a “pandora’s box of not only constitutional issues, but also issues pertaining to the EO’s interpretation and scope,” legal analysts said.

By Alexei Alexis • Dec. 16, 2025

Judge grants motion to reconsider ex-Starbucks CFO as defendant in ‘Triple Shot’ case

Judge John Chun granted a motion to reconsider former Starbucks CFO Rachel Ruggeri as a defendant regarding certain claims in the shareholder case, stating it would be “procedurally improper” to dismiss them.

By Grace Noto • Dec. 15, 2025

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CFO and the C-Suite

A talent for numbers and strategy is only part of a CFO's success formula; the ability to cultivate strong relationships with one's executive colleagues is the other part. 

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Trump calls for federal policy framework preempting state AI laws

The executive order comes as Big Tech pushes back on local AI regulation while pouring billions into building out AI infrastructure and deploying new products.

By Makenzie Holland • Dec. 15, 2025

Opendoor sticks with insider for CFO, hires Coinbase vet for president

The online real estate platform leadership says it is exploring how blockchain and tokenization may pave “new pathways to homeownership.”

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Dec. 15, 2025

BDO Audit Innovation Survey 2025: Key insights for finance leaders

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, technology is no longer a differentiator for finance organizations—it’s a baseline expectation.

Dec. 15, 2025

GlobalFoundries interim CFO takes permanent seat

The semiconductor manufacturer will rely on Sam Franklin’s deep understanding of its finance and operations teams as CFO, as it looks to stay competitive amid the AI boom.

By Grace Noto • Dec. 12, 2025

Lululemon CEO Calvin McDonald to step down in January

CFO Meghan Frank and Chief Commercial Officer André Maestrini will become interim co-CEOs after McDonald’s departure.

By Cara Salpini • Updated Dec. 11, 2025

Dropbox hires Avalara president for CFO role

Ross Tennenbaum will take over as finance chief of San Francisco-based Dropbox after it reported a sales dip last month.

By Alexei Alexis • Dec. 11, 2025

MoneyGram swipes Wells Fargo vet for CFO

In February, Marc Winniford will take the finance reins of the legacy cross-border payments company that is seeking to digitally overhaul its sprawling operations.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Dec. 11, 2025

AuditBoard CAO on bridging the risk, action divide

With the frequency of change and the complexity of risk growing, finding a way to translate strategy into action is even more critical for finance chiefs, AuditBoard’s Tina Yeh said.

By Grace Noto • Dec. 11, 2025

Cyberattacks force small firms to raise prices: ITRC

The rising cost of cybersecurity has created a hidden “cyber tax” that is helping to fuel inflation, according to the report. 

By Alexei Alexis • Dec. 10, 2025

Exxon CFO to retire, citing health issues

Outgoing CFO Kathyrn Mikells is confident her successor Neil Hansen will “continue the good work of the finance leadership team that has begun to really build a world-class organization,” she said Tuesday.

By Grace Noto • Dec. 10, 2025

Costco suit sparks tariff refund FOMO, but it’s not the only relief route

Firms mulling similar litigation should “do their homework” and check deadlines for alternative and potentially less costly actions, trade attorney Doreen M. Edelman said.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Dec. 10, 2025

Fed trims main rate by quarter-point, forecasts one cut in 2026

Policymakers reduced borrowing costs for the third time in 2025 amid persistent signs of cooling in the labor market.

By Jim Tyson • Updated Dec. 10, 2025

Tesla CFO sold over $19M in stock this year

The CFO’s repeated sales came amid a tumultuous year for the EV maker, which fielded slumping profits, growing shareholder scrutiny, and a CEO pay battle.  

By Grace Noto • Dec. 9, 2025

Firms’ AI goals prioritize growth over job cuts: EY

“The data challenges the prevailing ‘headline news’ narrative that AI’s primary role is replacing the workforce,” EY’s Dan Diasio said.

By Alexei Alexis • Dec. 9, 2025

Trump pledges order addressing patchwork of state AI laws

The move comes after the president and big tech unsuccessfully pushed for congressional action on the issue.

By Alexei Alexis • Dec. 9, 2025

Berkshire Hathaway CFO to leave amid leadership shakeups

Longtime CFO Marc Hamburg’s departure comes as Berkshire preps for Warren Buffett to step down as its CEO at the end of the year.

By Grace Noto • Dec. 8, 2025

AI evolution prompts shift in tax, finance talent strategy: EY

Finance leaders need to hit the right mix of tech and accounting skills inside their teams to effectively function in an emerging AI-first world.

By Grace Noto • Dec. 5, 2025

Treasury, OECD race clock to ink global minimum tax deal by year-end

Without an agreement, the Trump administration’s opposition to the global tax deal favored by Biden leaves multinational companies’ 2026 tax strategies in limbo.

By Stephen Joyce • Dec. 5, 2025

FASB finalizes new government grant accounting standards

The standards update fills a gap in the generally accepted accounting principles that previously left many companies turning to international rules for guidance.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Dec. 4, 2025

Equinix CFO to retire in 2026 after 27-year company tenure

Keith Taylor will retire after two decades as CFO, where he helped drive Equinix’s financial strategy “through every stage of its evolution,” the company said.  

By Grace Noto • Dec. 4, 2025

Sleep Number names permanent CFO amid choppy turnaround

The Minneapolis-based smart mattress retailer said Amy O’Keefe will take the finance reins from interim CFO Bob Ryder, who will leave the company Dec. 12.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Dec. 3, 2025

Gitlab taps former Salesforce exec for CFO seat

The appointment marks the latest in a string of recent senior management changes at the San Francisco, California-based tech company.

By Alexei Alexis • Dec. 3, 2025

Wayfair CFO zeros in on nimble forecasting

Wayfair needs a “nimble” finance team and forecasting model to hit its dual goals of keeping fixed costs down while reaching double-digit growth, CFO Kate Gulliver said.

By Grace Noto • Dec. 2, 2025