Middle East shock hits global growth and prices
by Ben Poole
Global business activity lost momentum sharply in March as the war in the Middle East rattled demand, confidence, supply chains and pricing.
Financial Risk Management
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Financial risk is made of three basic types: market risk - FX risk, interest risk and commodity risk; counter-party risk - credit and partner risk; and liquidity risk - risk that the company will not…
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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.
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.
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.
Treasury adapts as AI and tariffs reshape supply chains
by Ben Poole
#CorporateTreasury #SupplyChains #AI #Liquidity #TradeFinance #Geopolitics #Tariffs #SupplyChainFinance #ESG #TreasuryTechnology #RiskManagement
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.
Global economic growth at 14-month high in August
by Ben Poole
The rate of global economic expansion accelerated for the fourth month in a row in August, with output rising at the quickest pace since June 2024.
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.
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.
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.
Payment fraud remains pervasive globally as sophistication increases
by Ben Poole
Corporate payments fraud remains a costly and persistent threat with wide-reaching financial consequences.
Finance leaders turn to automation as cash flow pressures mount
by Ben Poole
Finance professionals are adopting AI and automation at increasing scale to overcome liquidity constraints and operational complexities.
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.
Most CFOs planning to pass on tariff costs
by Ben Poole
Majority of CFOs plan to either pass on minimal or nearly all tariff impacts to customers, leaving few organisations in between.
Risk appetite slumps in February as investors reassess policy impact
by Ben Poole
Risk appetite among US equity investors has slumped in February amid a re-evaluation of policy impact.
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.
8 hot takes to test treasury risk policies
by Ben Poole
Online trading and investment firm Saxo has announced its annual Outrageous Predictions for the year ahead.
Swift’s 10 takeaways from Sibos 2024
by Ben Poole
Sibos 2024 saw four days of talks and expert insights as the global financial community gathered in Beijing.
Probability of recession now 35% - J.P. Morgan - TREASURY NEWS #138
by CTM News Team
Discussing treasury news: ransomware surge, recession risk, FX innovation, and rising oil prices.
Ninety countries join e-commerce initiative – Industry roundup: 30 July
by Graham Buck
Three rate decisions awaited; Russia hikes rates to 18%; Supply chain shortage dents Porsche; Slovenia first EU nation to issue sovereign digital bond
FX headwinds grew in Q1, reports Kyriba – Industry roundup: 25 July
by Graham Buck
JCI-Hitachi in US$8.1bn JV sale to Bosch; BofE changes tack on liquidity management; Hungary cuts key interest rates; Revolut wins UK banking licence