Fed holds main rate steady as Trump tariff threat poses inflation risk

Central bank policymakers, in a unanimous decision, paused monetary easing while noting that inflation remains above their 2% target.

By Jim Tyson • Updated Jan. 29, 2025

Victoria’s Secret taps former Joann exec for CFO seat

The transition comes as the lingerie retailer is pursuing a turnaround under a new CEO following market share declines and other challenges.

By Alexei Alexis • Jan. 29, 2025

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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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SAP CFO: DeepSeek AI disruption is ‘very good news’

The Chinese startup's sudden rise has prompted mixed reactions, with President Trump calling the development a “wake-up call.”

By Alexei Alexis • Jan. 28, 2025

Trump order shifts AI policy away from Biden-era risk focus

The order calls for federal agencies to nix Biden policies that are deemed a threat to AI innovation.

By Alexei Alexis • Jan. 28, 2025

Wage growth indicator falls to lowest level since April 2021: NABE

Business economists identified lack of clarity over the implementation of Trump administration policies as the top short-term risk to the outlook.

By Jim Tyson • Jan. 27, 2025

Tech execs grapple with budget sinkholes as AI drives up spend

Unpredictable cloud bills, outdated software licenses and shadow IT frustrate FinOps efforts, according to Apptio.

By Matt Ashare • Jan. 27, 2025

5 CFO tips for tariff scenario planning

Pulling forward purchases from Mexico and Canada is one of the ways that finance leaders can mitigate the impact of tariffs that are expected to be imposed next month, KPMG’s Andrew Siciliano said.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 27, 2025

Trump tariffs would shrink economic output by 0.4%: Tax Foundation

President Trump is using the threat of tariffs to goad foreign businesses into investing in the U.S.

By Jim Tyson • Jan. 24, 2025

Agentic AI is here. Are CFOs ready?

It could take a while — perhaps years — before the technology’s full potential is realized, yet C-suites need to prepare now, analysts say.

By Alexei Alexis • Jan. 24, 2025

Republican bill seeks to ‘reinforce’ Trump’s global tax strategy

On Monday President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. out of a global tax deal that included a global minimum tax rate of 15% aimed in part at discouraging tax havens.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 23, 2025

CFOs project 7.3% jump in wages, salaries, Deloitte survey finds

The bullish pay projections come as finance chiefs’ confidence in economic and business conditions soared to a 10-quarter high.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 22, 2025

US economy to ‘remain strong,’ grow 2.3% in 2025: Conference Board

Several organizations, including the International Monetary Fund, have recently singled out the U.S. as an especially promising economy in 2025.

By Jim Tyson • Jan. 22, 2025

Trump orders US out of global tax deal

Former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen was a driving force behind talks led by the OECD that resulted in more than 130 countries agreeing to implement global tax rules in 2021.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Updated Jan. 22, 2025

6 big AI agent rollouts that impact finance teams

Microsoft and SAP are among software giants that have begun rolling out AI agents, with further innovations expected in the year ahead.

By Alexei Alexis • Jan. 21, 2025

Mattel launches hunt to replace retiring CFO

The El Segundo, California-based toy maker said it has increased “efficiencies” with over $400 million in cost savings during CFO Anthony DiSilvestro’s tenure.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 17, 2025

Inflation eases, pulling down benchmark measure of borrowing costs

Slowing inflation prompted futures traders to increase the odds that the Federal Reserve will trim the main interest rate more than once this year.

By Jim Tyson • Jan. 15, 2025

World Economic Forum spotlights growing gap in cyber readiness

Ransomware remains the top cyber risk concern among executives, but CISOs are almost twice as likely as CEOs to make that determination.

By Matt Kapko • Jan. 15, 2025

IPO proceeds set to rise this year after 47% surge in 2024: EY

Plans by President-elect Donald Trump to loosen federal regulation may spur initial public offerings, EY said.

By Jim Tyson • Jan. 13, 2025

Ubisoft CFO, CEO skirt questions on potential Tencent sale

Leadership was guarded regarding questions of a possible buyout, rumors of which follow after shares of the Assassin’s Creed owner fell to 10-year lows last year.

By Grace Noto • Jan. 13, 2025

Intuit CFO warns against isolationism, defends H-1B visas

CFO Sandeep Aujla asserts that the H-1B visa program — which has recently sparked controversy — is key because it gives companies access to global talent.

By Suman Bhattacharyya • Jan. 13, 2025

‘Gangbusters’ hiring reduces odds of early 2025 Fed rate cut

The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury bond rose as investors bet the Federal Reserve will pause monetary easing.

By Jim Tyson • Jan. 10, 2025

Corporate hiring saw ‘more modest’ growth in December: ADP

Hiring growth slowed last month as CFOs continue to pay close attention to the labor market while crafting their 2025 business strategies.

By Grace Noto • Jan. 9, 2025

Walking a tightrope: 6 CFO trends for 2025

Financial executives can gain an edge this year by monitoring six trends in federal policy and business strategy.

By Jim Tyson • Jan. 7, 2025

Key FinOps trends for CFOs to watch in 2025

FinOps has traditionally been about cost cutting, but 2025 will mark a shift toward driving greater value and performance, writes Presidio’s Dan O’Brien.

By Dan O’Brien • Jan. 7, 2025

Uber CFO says stock is ‘undervalued;’ proceeds with $1.5B buyback

The buyback comes as the ride-hailing service aims to boost its free cash flow and refocuses on autonomous vehicles.  

By Grace Noto • Jan. 6, 2025