In the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), determining the final equity value of a business is a critical yet complex process. The ICAEW Corporate Finance Faculty’s best-practice guideline, Completion Mechanisms: Determining the Final Equity Value in Transactions, provides invaluable insights into how.. Read more
May 21, 2025
Strategy Execution: Strategy Is Execution!
Introduction: The Myth of Sequential Strategy How many times have you heard the phrase, “First, we strategize—then we execute”? According to David Munt, founder of GenSight and a seasoned strategist with over 35 years of experience, this traditional view about strategy.. Read more
May 19, 2025
Global M&A Trends 2025: Key Insights from Bain Report
Global M&A Trends 2025 Summary: The global M&A market in 2024 saw dealmakers adapting to continued headwinds, with deal value significantly below historical highs as a percentage of global GDP. However, 2024 marked a reversal of a two-year decline in.. Read more
May 18, 2025
New Strategic CFO: Roadmap to Success in Early Days
Overview: A recent report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) outlines a powerful 90-day plan for new CFOs to establish credibility, set a vision, and lay the foundation for long-term success. It emphasizes the evolving role of the CFO from a data provider.. Read more
May 12, 2025
The Pioneering CFO: Leading Smarter Decision-Making in the Digital Age
Introduction The role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has evolved dramatically over the past decade. No longer confined to traditional number-crunching, today’s CFOs are strategic leaders driving organizational transformation. The Pioneering CFO report by Raconteur, sponsored by Board International, highlights how.. Read more
May 8, 2025
The Future of Strategic Finance for Forward-Thinking CFOs
Introduction The role of finance has evolved dramatically—from a back-office function focused on compliance and record-keeping to a strategic powerhouse shaping business decisions. Today’s CFOs, finance and FP&A leaders are no longer just number crunchers; they are pivotal in driving.. Read more