Investor risk appetite wanes as macro and political tensions rise
by Ben Poole
Investor confidence slipped sharply in August over concerns about valuations, tariffs and the broader economic outlook.
Cash & Liquidity Management
Background
Effective liquidity management is as much an art as a science. The main objectives of cash and liquidity management are to free up all the company's cash whilst minimising processing costs, to…
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Global growth divides as Eurozone steadies, UK cools and US powers ahead
by Ben Poole
The latest Flash Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) surveys show how trade policy shifts and cost pressures are influencing business conditions.
Corporate treasurers return to basics to build resilience amid global uncertainty
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Treasurers return to core disciplines—cash management, cost of debt mitigation, and CapEx reprioritization—to lead through 2025’s global complexity.
Treasury teams double down on cash, risk and AI amid mounting volatility
by Ben Poole
Global headwinds are forcing finance teams to focus on real-time insights, risk resilience and operational agility.
Flickers of resilience emerge in global PMI data despite patchy progress
by Ben Poole
Global business activity showed faint signs of recovery in June, with the eurozone, UK and US all reporting growth.
61% of corporates prioritise safety as liquidity strategies evolve
by Ben Poole
This conservative positioning offers a degree of protection in a landscape still vulnerable to rate shocks, political risk and funding strain.
European treasurers demonstrate clear focus amid shifting risks
by Ben Poole
Cash flow forecasting and long-term funding remain top priorities for European treasurers.
Global trade disruption forces UK CEOs to re-evaluate investment strategies
by Ben Poole
UK CEOs are adjusting their strategic investment plans as geopolitical, macroeconomic and trade uncertainties continue to disrupt global markets.
Tariffs trigger sharpest drop in global manufacturing demand
by Ben Poole
Global manufacturers cut purchases at the fastest pace this year in April.
Tech vs turbulence: how finance leaders are rewriting the playbook
by Ben Poole
Finance leaders are tightening their grip on cash while doubling down on technology investments.
Trade under fire: firms scramble to counter tariff risks
by Ben Poole
While more than 80% of firms are actively managing tariff risk, the majority believe trade barriers are here to stay.
UK CFOs turn defensive as geopolitical risks and cost pressures mount
by Ben Poole
Finance leaders at the UK’s largest businesses have entered 2025 with a markedly defensive outlook.
March PMI data sees resilient demand meet rising caution
by Ben Poole
While private sector output improved in the US, Eurozone and UK, confidence in the economic outlook continued to falter.
UK business insolvencies begin slow descent after 10-year record high
by Ben Poole
Global business insolvencies will keep rising over the next two years, according to Allianz Trade.
The challenge of cash visibility and banking complexity laid bare
by Ben Poole
Corporate treasury teams in 2024 found greater stability in their banking relationships, yet diversification remains a priority for many.
Mastercard targets operations, security and cash flow needs of the middle market
by Ben Poole
The payments firm has announced a suite of solutions for banks to offer their mid-market customers.
Part 2: 25 Must-Know Corporate Treasury Statistics from 2024 to Shape 2025
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Building on data from Part 1, we’ve outlined 13 key statistics to help treasury professionals navigate the complex operating environment of 2025.
One in five UK-listed companies issued a profit warning in 2024
by Ben Poole
This represents the third highest annual proportion of profit warnings in 25 years.
Philips revitalises treasury with cross-currency netting solution in China
by Ben Poole
The company implemented a single RMB cross-currency netting structure for all intragroup cross-border transactions involving Chinese entities.
2025’s challenges and transformations in corporate finance
by Ben Poole
AccessPay report highlights treasury teams’ digital transformation status, ISO 20022 preparations, and approach to fraud management.
Economic contrasts sharpen: US shines amid European contraction
by Ben Poole
December's PMI data paints a stark picture of divergence among major economies as the new year begins.
Finance leaders embracing AI-generated data for key business decisions
by Ben Poole
AI-generated data has become the single most important tool in financial leaders’ decision-making process.
Finance leaders rapidly advancing their AI knowledge - TREASURY NEWS #145
by CTM News Team
Pushpendra Mehta and Ben Poole discuss AI in finance, euro inflation, FX hedging, and rising greenwashing risks.
Three critical aspects facing treasurers, CFOs, and CEOs – Now and Beyond
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Vital areas include soaring US national debt, technology, payments, payments security, and risk management, and rising interest costs for US firms.