Asia gains ground in global capital shift - Weekly roundup: 14 April
by Ben Poole
Middle East conflict drives sharp March fund outflows; B2B stablecoin use climbs as corporate payments broaden; AI’s move into commerce emerges.
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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.
CFOs dig in as geopolitical strains drag on - Weekly roundup: 7 April
by Ben Poole
Ripple adds single view of cash and digital assets; Eurosystem maps out digital payments strategy; Oil shock muddies rate outlook for treasurers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Corporates move to rebuild hedges after costly 2025
by Ben Poole
Treasurers are moving back toward currency protection after a year of sharp swings in major currencies and mounting losses from unhedged exposures.
CFO budgets pivot to growth and AI - Weekly roundup: 17 February
by Ben Poole
AI use near universal across FIs; Spending data reveals economic shock of cyberattacks; UK selects HSBC platform for digital gilt pilot.
Europe pushes for payment sovereignty
by Ben Poole
A new MoU plans seamless cross-border payments across Europe by 2027 by linking existing national solutions through a shared interoperability layer.
Corporates tighten capital allocation despite stronger balance sheets - Weekly roundup: 10 February
by Ben Poole
Cost control and AI top finance agendas for 2026; Fed likely to hold rates as policy outlook shifts; Inflation fears push Australia to raise rates.
Firmer output meets cautious hiring in January PMIs
by Ben Poole
Global economic activity shows a modest but broad-based improvement at the start of 2026.
Treasury complexity is quietly tying up working capital - Weekly roundup: 3 February
by Ben Poole
GTreasury’s Ripple rebrand goes live; AI and digital finance raise financial stability risks; Why 2026 could be a standout year for markets and M&A.
The four financial strategies that define ‘efficient growth’ for CFOs
by Ben Poole
Certain companies have managed to expand revenue, improve margins and allocate capital efficiently over the past decade, boosting shareholder returns.
Global business activity edges higher in January - Weekly roundup: 27 January
by Ben Poole
Trade leaders remain optimistic despite policy uncertainty; Instant payments to dominate euro transfers by 2035; AI reshapes CFO IR priorities.
Structured scenario planning separates finance leaders from the rest
by Ben Poole
Finance teams using structured scenario planning report 14% higher alignment with strategic goals.