Treasury and Risk Management
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Michael Jones talks to AstraZeneca’s CPO Jon Kirby about some of the unexpected benefits of the downturn. In their discussion they focus on the harsh protectionism, trade disputes and increasing tariffs that have led to numerous opportunities, as well as lower price estimates, smaller supply bases and reduced supplier costs.
Changing Landscape
Taking their cue from The Association of Corporate Treasurers’ annual conference, Michael Jones and Stuart Siddall,...
Taking their cue from The Association of Corporate Treasurers’ annual conference, Michael Jones and Stuart Siddall,...
Environmental Risk in Corporate Transactions
Environmental issues are a growing area of concern causing both the buyer and the seller on the sale or acquisition of a...
Environmental issues are a growing area of concern causing both the buyer and the seller on the sale or acquisition of a...
The Hidden Treasurer
Treasurers are often the unsung hero of the finance department.
Treasurers are often the unsung hero of the finance department.
Weather the Storm
Michael Jones spoke to Richard Raeburn, chief executive of the Association of Corporate Treasurers at this year's ACT...
Michael Jones spoke to Richard Raeburn, chief executive of the Association of Corporate Treasurers at this year's ACT...
A Clearer View
With new rules governing exactly how, when and what information European CFOs may disclose, how will this affect them...
With new rules governing exactly how, when and what information European CFOs may disclose, how will this affect them...
In the Firing Line
If American auditors can now be prosecuted for failing to recognise company fraud, will we also see British auditors...
If American auditors can now be prosecuted for failing to recognise company fraud, will we also see British auditors...
Functional Treasury
Treasury departments are adapting rapidly to the changing global business landscape, and in the highly dynamic airline...
Treasury departments are adapting rapidly to the changing global business landscape, and in the highly dynamic airline...
Managing Risk in Extreme Environments
Risk management is a three-step process: Think, Plan, Do.
Risk management is a three-step process: Think, Plan, Do.
Silver Lining
Turning obstacles into advantages is the goal of any CFO, and overcoming the hurdles of Sarbanes-Oxley is quite a coup.
Turning obstacles into advantages is the goal of any CFO, and overcoming the hurdles of Sarbanes-Oxley is quite a coup.
The Sink – Crime, Terror And Dirty Money In The Offshore World
In an extract from his book, The Sink, Jeffrey Robinson describes how criminals have adapted to offshore.
In an extract from his book, The Sink, Jeffrey Robinson describes how criminals have adapted to offshore.
Dealing with SEPA
Phillip Izzo of Stratus Technologies outlines the challenges and opportunities surrounding SEPA.
Phillip Izzo of Stratus Technologies outlines the challenges and opportunities surrounding SEPA.
Going Global
Tony Wilson of Travelex advises on how to navigate the pitfalls of making foreign payments.
Tony Wilson of Travelex advises on how to navigate the pitfalls of making foreign payments.
Golden Treasury
The role of the Treasury has never been so vital to performance, but its full potential is not always appreciated.
The role of the Treasury has never been so vital to performance, but its full potential is not always appreciated.
Will You Be SEPA Ready?
The Single Euro Payments Area will help Europe become more competitive and provide better services for bank customers.
The Single Euro Payments Area will help Europe become more competitive and provide better services for bank customers.
A Different Class
Most people have heard of high-profile class actions being brought against companies in the context of US litigation.
Most people have heard of high-profile class actions being brought against companies in the context of US litigation.
Hedging your Bets
The benefits of including hedge funds in traditional portfolios comprising equities and bonds are well documented.
The benefits of including hedge funds in traditional portfolios comprising equities and bonds are well documented.
Foreign Currency - are you Getting a Good Deal?
In today's world of global trade companies need to be able to conduct business internationally.
In today's world of global trade companies need to be able to conduct business internationally.
IMMFs Prove their Worth
The use of institutional money market funds in Europe is increasing every year.
The use of institutional money market funds in Europe is increasing every year.
Business, Interrupted
The European business community displays a worryingly laissez-faire attitude towards risk.
The European business community displays a worryingly laissez-faire attitude towards risk.
Virtual Captives - A Real Solution?
How can virtual captives be used to offset risk in line with IFRS12 and IAS37?
How can virtual captives be used to offset risk in line with IFRS12 and IAS37?
Buried Treasure
Mining group Rio Tinto's 2005 earnings soared in response to a global demand for commodities.
Mining group Rio Tinto's 2005 earnings soared in response to a global demand for commodities.
The Risk Tightrope
David Blackwood, group treasurer of ICI plc, explores the knot of problems the financial controller must overcome to...
David Blackwood, group treasurer of ICI plc, explores the knot of problems the financial controller must overcome to...
Regulating Risk
Despite serious doubts over the practicality of some provisions of recent regulations, particularly within IAS 39, the...
Despite serious doubts over the practicality of some provisions of recent regulations, particularly within IAS 39, the...
Europe-Wide Risk Management
FDE speaks to Marie-Gemma Dequae, president of FERMA (Federation of European Risk Management Associations) and group...
FDE speaks to Marie-Gemma Dequae, president of FERMA (Federation of European Risk Management Associations) and group...
Bermuda Solves Excess Liability Problem
Your company may have a range of primary insurances covering a variety of risks such as public and product liability and...
Your company may have a range of primary insurances covering a variety of risks such as public and product liability and...
Leasehold Liabilities: Burden or Opportunity
Surplus property liabilities are increasingly becoming a topic of board-level concern and debate.
Surplus property liabilities are increasingly becoming a topic of board-level concern and debate.
Securing the Deal
Robin Pagnamenta looks at W&I insurance - a useful safety cushion for parties buying or selling distressed...
Robin Pagnamenta looks at W&I insurance - a useful safety cushion for parties buying or selling distressed...
What Drives the Treasury?
Michael Thrower of Wall Street Systems explores the factors driving today's treasury and payments operations.
Michael Thrower of Wall Street Systems explores the factors driving today's treasury and payments operations.
