Why CFOs should turn AI activity into measurable value
by Ben Poole
CFOs need to move beyond isolated AI pilots and build more disciplined finance road maps if they want to deliver measurable business impacts.
Strategic Treasury
Treasurers turn defensive as volatility becomes business as usual
by Ben Poole
New research shows the treasury community has become more accustomed to macro shocks, but is not complacent about them.
Why treasury matters in M&A
by Ben Poole
Cash visibility, trapped liquidity, FX risk, funding plans and banking structures are a few of the areas where treasury is essential.
How to craft compelling treasury and payments content in the age of AI
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Treasury and payments experts and content creators can use these tips to create engaging AI-era content that informs, adds value, and stands out.
Treasury and Payments through 2026: Four pressures redefining strategy, risk, and liquidity
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
AI-driven payments fraud, liquidity, capital costs, interconnected risks, and payments as a control layer will define treasury and payments over 2026.
Treasury Should Act as the Superintendent of Payments: Interview with Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner at Strategic Treasurer
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Strategic Treasurer makes the case for treasury as Superintendent of Payments, and how its framework enhances coordination, security, and scalability.
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.
Treasury News Recap (December 2025-January 2026)
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Key treasury updates: reconciliation automation, agentic commerce, ISO 20022 adaptation, AI forecasting gains, payment trends, and digitisation gaps.
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.
10 Must-Know Payments and Treasury Insights from 2025 to Inform 2026
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Ten takeaways from 2025 research reveal the most consequential payments and treasury insights with lasting relevance for 2026.
UK CFOs grow more confident in AI as risk appetite steadies
by Ben Poole
UK finance leaders enter 2026 with a cautiously more optimistic outlook on technology investment, particularly around AI.
Part 2 (Four Forces): Top areas of focus for corporate treasury in 2026
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Treasurers must brace for four forces in 2026: record-high U.S. debt, AI bubble risk, a slowing global economy, and rising business insolvencies.
Treasury News Recap (October-November 2025)
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Key treasury updates: AI-driven tools, blockchain innovation, fraud intelligence, cross-border payments expansion, and B2B ACH payments growth.
Treasury transformation gains pace but certain gaps persist
by Ben Poole
Treasury functions worldwide are accelerating efforts to modernise, but transformation remains uneven.
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.
US CEOs bet on AI as supply chain costs and workforce pressures mount
by Ben Poole
US chief execs are accelerating their investment in AI while rethinking supply chain strategies and workforce models to sustain growth.
How treasurers can transform to create value in uncertain times
by Ben Poole
New EY research highlights that treasurers are now expected to provide insights that shape organisational growth.
Treasury News Recap (August-September 2025)
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Key treasury updates: AI-driven suite, data-first solution, virtual card automation, scaled cross-border payments, blockchain FX, and the GENIUS Act.
Insights that deserve a closer look by corporate treasury teams through 2025
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Four key insights for treasury that deserve more attention—top supply chain risk, data security issues, security training gaps, and CTP designation.
Treasury News Recap (June-July 2025)
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Key treasury updates: Enterprise AI platform, direct T-bill trading, higher RTP limit, API-powered payment connectivity, and tail spend management.
Five treasury and payments imperatives for the second half of 2025
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Key focus areas for treasury and payments executives in H2 2025: supply chain risks, FX strategies, AI fraud, multi-rail RTP, and virtual card demand.
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.
Top six skills treasury relies on to strengthen organizations
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Treasury executives leverage six key skills—from bank relationship management to collaboration—to navigate risks and seize emerging opportunities.