Treasury transformation gains pace but certain gaps persist
by Ben Poole
Treasury functions worldwide are accelerating efforts to modernise, but transformation remains uneven.
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State of B2B Payments: Europe
by CTM News Team
Overview of B2B Payments in Europe: Bank transfers dominate, with emerging trends in card usage and technology integration.
New Singapore-South Korea corridor strengthens sustainable trade links - Weekly roundup: 11 November
by Ben Poole
Steady recovery forecast for Sweden’s economy; Goldman Sachs expects Fed to cut rates in December; Citi expands tokenised payments platform to Europe.
Seven foreign exchange metrics for corporate treasury in times of uncertainty
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Examine seven vital FX management metrics that treasury should monitor to navigate global uncertainty and turn volatility into strategic advantage.
EY upgrades UK growth forecast to 1.5% for 2025
by Ben Poole
EY has upgraded its forecast for UK GDP growth in 2025 from 1% to 1.5% after economy showed greater momentum than expected.
ECB advances digital euro with potential issuance in 2029 - Weekly roundup: 4 November
by Ben Poole
Fed delivers another rate cut as growth moderates and risks tilt toward jobs; Swift promotes AI tool to support ISO 20022 postal data compliance.
ISO 20022: A strategic opportunity for U.S. corporate treasury and payments
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
U.S. corporates needn’t meet the November 2025 ISO 20022 deadline, yet early adoption brings benefits—better cash management and simpler payments.
IPO momentum returns as global markets regain confidence
by Ben Poole
Global IPO markets staged a sharp recovery in Q3, signalling renewed investor confidence after nearly two years of subdued activity.
Markets show early bubble traits but fundamentals remain solid - Weekly roundup: 28 October
by Ben Poole
Growth gap widens in October as Eurozone and US accelerate, UK lags behind; Boost gears up for Visa’s enhanced data era.
Six essential working capital metrics for corporate treasury in uncertain times
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Discover six key working capital metrics treasurers should track to boost liquidity, build resilience, and drive enterprise value amid uncertainty.
Cost pressures mount as UK CFOs retreat from investment
by Ben Poole
UK finance leaders are entering Q4 in a cautious mood, with cost expectations rising sharply and profit forecasts falling to multi-year lows.
State of B2B Payments: Asia Pacific
by CTM News Team
APAC's diverse markets and economic pressures are sparking a B2B payments revolution.
12 liquidity management metrics for corporate treasury in challenging times
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Explore 12 key liquidity metrics corporate treasurers must track for better cash management, risk mitigation, and strategic value in uncertain times.
CFOs tighten overhead while keeping growth targets in sight - Weekly roundup: 21 October
by Ben Poole
Asia corporates brace for tariff turbulence; Ripple enters corporate treasury arena with US$1bn GTreasury deal.
China powers manufacturing rebound while the West cools
by Ben Poole
China’s factory resurgence drives Asia’s busiest production stretch since mid-2022 while North American and European manufacturers continue to slow.
Markets brace for data blackout as US government shutdown drags on - Weekly roundup: 14 October
by Ben Poole
G20 set to fall short of 2027 cross-border payments reform goals; Banks lag in monetising real-time payments revolution.
The evolution of payments fraud: Broader reach, faster speed, and the AI Advantage
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Payments fraud is spreading across corporate channels and may accelerate with real-time payments—AI-driven defences are key to treasury resilience.
US CEOs bet on AI as supply chain costs and workforce pressures mount
by Ben Poole
US chief execs are accelerating their investment in AI while rethinking supply chain strategies and workforce models to sustain growth.
Treasurers sharpen focus on efficiency and digital transformation - Weekly roundup: 7 October
by Ben Poole
SNB and ECB to test cross-border instant payments link; Merck partners with Broadridge for real-time treasury visibility.
Treasury & Digital Payments 2025: Benefits, Barriers & Strategy Updates
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Treasury sees digital payments’ benefits but faces adoption barriers, has limited familiarity with emerging methods, yet plans strategy updates.
How treasurers can transform to create value in uncertain times
by Ben Poole
New EY research highlights that treasurers are now expected to provide insights that shape organisational growth.
State of B2B Payments: Mexico
by CTM News Team
Macro trends in Mexico are driving changes in B2B payments, emphasizing cash flow optimization and efficiency.
European banks unite to counter US stablecoin lead - Weekly roundup: 30 September
by Ben Poole
Swift unveils blockchain ledger to support global cross-border payments; AI spending boosts US economy but official data undercounts impact.
Treasury News Recap (August-September 2025)
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Key treasury updates: AI-driven suite, data-first solution, virtual card automation, scaled cross-border payments, blockchain FX, and the GENIUS Act.