Australia slowdown signals tougher operating environment for corporates
by Ben Poole
Australia’s economy is set to slow sharply over the next year as inflation climbs again, unemployment rises and interest rates stay higher for longer.
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How cost of capital is reshaping risk, regulation, and capital allocation
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Cost of capital is evolving beyond valuation—driving risk strategy, regulatory response, and disciplined capital allocation for corporates.
Energy shock tests global growth outlook - Weekly roundup: 31 March
by Ben Poole
AI uptake rises but friction still shapes B2B purchasing loyalty; CFOs urged to rethink AI ROI approach; Worldpay joins EPI to expand Wero rollout.
The Evolution of B2B Payments in Europe: Interview with Rene Stynen, SVP of Business Development, EMEA at Boost Payment Solutions
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Boost Payment Solutions views balanced payment ecosystems benefiting both buyers and suppliers as key to improving B2B payments efficiency in Europe.
Global PMIs flash warning as war drives inflation spike and stalls growth
by Ben Poole
A surge in inflation and a clear loss of growth momentum has begun to filter through the global economy.
Building a dynamic treasury risk management framework for a world of interconnected risk
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
In a world of interconnected risk, a dynamic treasury risk framework helps corporations anticipate disruptions, connect risks, and bolster resilience.
55% of CFOs cite AI talent as top challenge - Weekly roundup: 24 March
by Ben Poole
Iran war delays rate cuts as inflation risks rise; Corporates turn to partners for digital assets; 81% of UK SMEs miss growth due to funding gaps.
Enhancing payments security training and intelligence to combat emerging payments fraud
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Emerging payments fraud demands stronger security training, fraud intelligence, and frameworks like SECURE CLAMPS for treasury and payments teams.
44% of Asian corporates add banks as trade shifts bite
by Ben Poole
Asian corporates are expanding their banking networks as shifting trade flows and technology advances reshape cash management across the region.
Bridging the Digital Divide Between B2B and Consumer Payments
by Dean M. Leavitt , Founder & CEO, Boost Payment Solutions
Bridging the gap between fast, personalized consumer payments and complex B2B transactions through tech, automation, and tailored solutions.
Half of firms adjust hurdle rates as market risks rise - Weekly roundup: 17 March
by Ben Poole
85% of corporates plan to use non-bank lenders; Treasurers eye growing role for renminbi; Suppliers prioritise liquidity as payment delays worsen.
AI-driven voice fraud poses a multimillion-dollar risk to organizations
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
AI-driven voice fraud is rising fast. Cloned calls can trigger multimillion-dollar payment fraud, pushing treasury teams to rethink security controls.
War clouds improving global business outlook as supply chains rebound
by Ben Poole
Firms entered 2026 with improving confidence and strengthening manufacturing demand, but war in the Middle East now threatens supply chains.
Five lessons from recent WARS to fortify corporate treasury against future conflict
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
As the U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran and the Ukraine war continue, treasurers can apply lessons from today’s battles to prepare for future shocks.
Iran strikes push oil higher and raise inflation risks - Weekly roundup: 10 March
by Ben Poole
Swift rolls out framework to speed up cross-border retail payments; Nearly half of banks lagging on ISO 20022 readiness.
If the U.S.–Israel war with Iran widens: Risks for corporates
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
A wider U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran could jolt energy and shipping, revive inflation risks, escalate cyber threats, and boost gold and the dollar.
88% of corporates hedge FX as volatility hits profits
by Ben Poole
Firms are adjusting hedge ratios, extending hedge tenors and investing in automation to navigate currency volatility.
German Economic Outlook for 2026: A Fragile Recovery Amid Structural Headwinds
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Modest German GDP growth, easing inflation, and steady ECB rates shape 2026—key indicators that treasury and finance leaders must prepare for now.
Embedded ERP AI to cut financial close times 30% by 2028 - Weekly roundup: 3 March
by Ben Poole
Japanese equities jump 13.8% as election boosts sentiment; Diverging rate paths cloud global easing outlook; US business owners upbeat.
10 payments effectiveness metrics every corporate treasurer should track in uncertain times
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Examine ten vital metrics to strengthen payments effectiveness amid challenging times, helping treasurers reduce risk and ensure reliable outcomes.
Treasury adapts as AI and tariffs reshape supply chains
by Ben Poole
Corporate supply chain strategies are being reshaped by higher funding costs, tariff uncertainty and a more fragmented geopolitical landscape.
4 Ways to Strategically Manage Cash Flow
by CTM News Team
Discover how finance leaders are tackling today’s cash flow challenges with strategic tools and insights to improve visibility, stability, and growth.
Treasury AI ambitions stall as data gaps slow rollout - Weekly roundup: 24 February
by Ben Poole
UK businesses upbeat on home market despite rising costs; Secured finance market passes $12 trillion; Fragmented data hampers payments operations.
The AI insights treasurers, CFOs, and CEOs need for 2026
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
AI is moving fast. These six insights highlight what treasurers, CFOs, and CEOs must get right in payments, risk, data, and governance in 2026.