Consumer sentiment falls to new low; cost of living ‘first-order’ worry

A sustained rise in long-run inflation expectations would likely increase the odds that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates.

By Jim Tyson • May 22, 2026

CFOs face tricky tariff refund questions as process gains steam

Faster-than-expected results are easing early operational fears while shifting attention to decisions on accounting, tax and financial reporting issues.

By Alexei Alexis • May 22, 2026

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CFO best practices in the evolving generative AI era

As the initial frenzy around the launch of generative artificial intelligence subsides, a new GenAI era appears to be taking shape.

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Economic damage from Iran war ‘increasingly evident,’ S&P Global says

The economy during the second quarter will probably struggle to grow at an annualized rate of much more than 1%, according to S&P Global.

By Jim Tyson • May 21, 2026

Walmart ties expected tariff refunds to price strategy amid cost pressures

CFO John David Rainey said potential recoveries would be directed toward lowering prices as fuel costs pressure consumers.

By Alexei Alexis • May 21, 2026

Amgen’s ‘boomerang’ CFO reaps $12.5M in cash, retention bonuses

Thomas Dittrich is the latest “boomerang” executive to return to a former employer as CFO. Over a decade ago he was the biotech company’s chief accountant.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 21, 2026

FASB finalizes new environmental credit rules

Previously GAAP provided no specific guidance to help companies account for carbon offsets and emissions allowances related to cap-and-trade programs.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 20, 2026

Texas Stock Exchange hires first CFO as launch nears

Jaime Gow’s appointment comes roughly two months before trading on the upstart Texas exchange is expected to launch in July. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 19, 2026

Fed survey shows household view of US economy worsening

Before the war with Iran, 8% of adults said their family sometimes or often lacked enough food, the Federal Reserve said, citing survey results.

By Jim Tyson • May 18, 2026

Supply chain resiliency increasingly trumps cost in perma-crisis era

As multiple “black swan” events have disrupted the flow of goods, companies are increasingly moving away from historical just-in-time inventory management.  

By Stephen Joyce • May 18, 2026

From oversight to ownership: The CFO’s new role in AI

The CFO's role in AI has shifted from oversight to ownership. Here's what that means.

May 18, 2026

Share of women on company boards falls below 30%

The findings of a study conducted by Women 50/50 echo other recent research revealing persistent limits on opportunities for women at the highest levels of business.

By Jim Tyson • May 15, 2026

Timberwolves, Lynx tap former Penguins exec for CFO, COO

The change comes after the $1.5 billion sale of the teams in 2025 and the subsequent appointment of a new CEO.

By Alexei Alexis • May 15, 2026

What puts organizations at risk of losing AI talent?

“AI adoption is a culture issue, not just a training issue,” a Gartner report said.

By Kathryn Moody • May 15, 2026

Retail sales slow to 0.5% growth as inflation erodes affordability

Wages rose at annual rate of just 3.6% in April, lagging inflation for the first time in three years and weakening household spending power.

By Jim Tyson • May 14, 2026

Producer prices jump to three-year high, spurred by war shortages

“I could envision a scenario in which some policy tightening is needed to ensure that inflation returns durably to 2%,” Federal Reserve Bank of Boston President Susan Collins said.

By Jim Tyson • May 13, 2026

Chemours CFO talks PFAS, tariffs and internal controls

Shane Hostetter said strengthening controls and restoring trust were “critical priorities” when he took the Chemours CFO seat in 2024.  

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 13, 2026

CFOs must be intentional with junior finance hiring plans: BambooHR finance chief

To address a looming senior finance role succession crisis, CFOs need to create a clear game-plan for junior-level hires, BambooHR Justin Judd said.  

By Grace Noto • May 13, 2026

Inflation surges 3.8%, propelled by gas price, outpacing wage gains

The war-induced rise in price pressures may prompt the Federal Reserve to forgo a reduction in borrowing costs this year, economists said.

By Jim Tyson • May 12, 2026

Super Micro’s internal control weaknesses linger

The update comes two months after the AI server maker’s co-founder was indicted on charges connected to a smuggling scheme.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 12, 2026

Iran war inflation crimps profits, plans for investment, hiring: NABE

Half of the respondents to a National Association for Business Economics survey put the odds of a U.S. recession in the next 12 months at 26% or higher.

By Jim Tyson • May 11, 2026

Labor market adds 115,000 jobs, exceeds forecasts despite Iran war

“Many businesses are catching up on hiring and investment decisions delayed last year due to tariff uncertainty,” said Bill Adams, chief U.S. economist at Fifth Third Commercial Bank.

By Jim Tyson • May 8, 2026

Jennifer Garner’s Once Upon a Farm CFO gets post-IPO raise

The organic kids' food maker will also pay $3 million more to actress Jennifer Garner as part of her spokesperson agreement.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 7, 2026

SEC unveils blueprint for ditching quarterly reporting

The proposal is part of the “Make IPOs Great Again” push aimed at reducing the “rigidity” of rules governing public companies, SEC Chair Paul Atkins said Tuesday.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 5, 2026

Rebound in hiring, steady job openings highlight firming labor market

Bureau of Labor Statistics data affirmed the view of many economists that the job market is poised at an unusual “low-hire, low-fire” balance.

By Jim Tyson • May 5, 2026

The Knot Worldwide’s Michael Pickrum: How to be a ‘value CFO’

With wedding season nearing, The Knot WorldWide CFO Michael Pickrum wants to ensure the company’s finance function can serve as a value add, he said.

By Grace Noto • May 5, 2026