It’s quantum, baby! Trade finance technology leaps ahead
by Ben Poole
Partnerships between Taulia and J.P. Morgan, and Singapore Management University and Tradeteq, show how the space is pushing forward.
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Industry roundup: 27 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief from Deutsche Bank, AvidXchange, Western Union and SurePayd.
The new working practices revolution due to COVID-19
by Jack Large
What senior managers and CIOs need to do to adapt to the new normal
CFOs preparing for revenue decline as unparalleled global recession underway
by Ben Poole
Fitch Ratings has slashed its global GDP forecasts, while a Gartner poll reveals the COVID-19 toll on corporates.
Report assesses initial US bank performance in the corona crisis
by Ben Poole
The report from Deutsche Bank Research suggests the current crisis may pose a greater threat to European banks than those in the US.
Industry roundup: 24 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief from Currencycloud, Sustainalytics, J.P. Morgan, Danske Bank and more.
CTMcast - 23 April 2020: How corporate treasury is going back to basics
by Jack Large
Jack and Ben review last two week’s posts and discussions
FX volatility increasingly needs managing constantly
by Jack Large
How effective is your hedging programme? and do you do 1-t-1 hedging?
ICC looks to digital to ease trade finance market disruptions
by Ben Poole
Guidance calls on governments and central banks to immediately void the legal requirement for paper-based documentation.
Financial support aims to help Australian companies bounce back
by Ben Poole
The Australian government launches A$500m facility for exporters, while supplier payment terms are under scrutiny in a new proposal.
Industry roundup: 23 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief including CLS, PayFit, SAP, and more.
CTMpulse: BACK TO BASICS: Turning point for corporate treasury?
by Jack Large
Liquidity and working capital management comes to the fore as companies battle for survival
UK SMEs face £20bn HMRC furlough payments cash flow gap
by Ben Poole
An estimated 8 million salaries in the UK will be paid to furloughed employees every month between now and the end of June.
Tackling cyber threats through technology and education
by Ben Poole
IBM and Fernergo partnering on software solutions to financial crime, as Mastercard and Oxford University offer cyber skills programme.
Industry roundup: 22 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief from Basware, Barclays, The World Bank, and Nacha.
How negative rates can jeopardize your IR hedge program
by Jack Large
Hedge Trackers reveal their key derivative hedging practices to survive the negative/low rates environment
Ratings agencies assess the COVID-19 impact on European banks and corporates
by Ben Poole
Scope Ratings' outlook on European banks continues to show downside, while Moody's notes importance of industry sector for corporates.
Blockchain blooming in China’s financial services sector
by Ben Poole
Both Ant Financial and WeBank have announced new projects that use blockchain in innovative ways.
Industry roundup: 21 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief featuring RBC, SmartStream, Mastercard and more.
Deutsche Bank begins roll out of corporate instant payments in Thailand
by Ben Poole
PromptPay uses an account number or corporate tax ID to receive incoming payments.
83% of UK, US and Chinese firms considering alternative trade finance providers
by Ben Poole
Firms are looking for providers that can arrange access to faster and more agile funding to help navigate the effects of COVID-19.
Industry roundup: 20 April 2020
by Ben Poole
News in brief featuring Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Taulia, Nice Actimize, and Funding Circle.
Treasurers in the spotlight to manage COVID-19 business risks
by Ben Poole
Data gathered by Bloomberg and Greenwich Associates highlights how treasury is being asked to be a critical line of corporate defence.
Sustainability is crucial for innovation leaders
by Ben Poole
Lux Research says resource, emissions, and waste reductions are key strategies for success, as ING and Refinitiv enhance ESG efforts.