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.
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UK investors turn away from US equities - Weekly roundup: 12 August
by Ben Poole
J.P. Morgan integrates supply chain finance with Oracle; ISO 20022 adoption advances cross-border real-time payments; Hong Kong sees digital SCF pilot
Can you spot a deepfake? 5 telltale signs treasury and payments teams must know
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
As deepfake attacks soar, treasury and payments teams must recognize 5 key signs to detect intelligent forgeries and prevent massive financial losses.
BoE cuts rates to 4% as growth falters and inflation picture shifts
by Ben Poole
In a closely split decision, the BoE made its third rate cut in the past 12 months.
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.
Euro area borrowing costs eased in June - Weekly roundup: 5 August
by Ben Poole
UK business confidence highest in a decade; Commodity prices remain subdued; Indonesian CFOs focus on capital efficiency, AI and ESG.
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.
Automation and AI top finance leaders’ investment agenda - Weekly roundup: 29 July
by Ben Poole
Lloyds and Maersk deliver 100% accuracy with structured data trade trial; EY upgrades UK GDP forecast but warns on weak outlook.
Tariff turbulence triggers cash flow strain and supply chain risk
by Ben Poole
US businesses are facing rising costs, late supplier payments and a growing risk of fraud as they scramble to manage the fallout from trade tariffs.
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.
37% of CFOs pause capital spending as economic uncertainty bites - Weekly roundup: 22 July
by Ben Poole
Germany-China trade trial slashes document time; SS&C to acquire Calastone; EU sets AI code of practice in motion as CFOs eye future compliance.
What Treasury Must Know About FBAR Compliance—and How to Master the Process
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Reporting foreign bank and financial accounts is critical for corporate treasury and finance. Master FBAR filing through expert guidance and insights.
Boost: Virtual Cards & Payments Automation in B2B - TREASURY NEWS #155
by CTM News Team
Pushpendra Mehta meets with Rebecca Schultz, Chief Marketing Officer at Boost Payment Solutions, to discuss payments automation and the growing import
Tariffs drive surge in FX hedging as North American firms feel the pinch
by Ben Poole
Currency volatility has hit profitability or competitiveness for nearly 70% of North American companies in global markets, according to MillTech.
Business optimism slips to 18-month low - Weekly roundup: 15 July
by Ben Poole
African platform targets US$5bn FX bottleneck; EM sustainability bonds top impact metrics; Deutsche Bank activates real-time cash reporting via Swift.
Deepfakes and payments fraud: A wake-up call for treasury and finance teams
by Pushpendra Mehta , Executive Writer, CTMfile
Deepfakes pose a surging threat to treasury and payments security. Two key resources will help treasury spot deepfakes, prevent them, and react fast.
Deepfakes & Payments Fraud: Is Treasury Prepared? - TREASURY NEWS #154
by CTM News Team
Pushpendra Mehta meets with Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner at Strategic Treasurer, to discuss the firm’s newly released white paper on deepfakes. Lis
How tokenisation is rewriting the fund model
by Ben Poole
New research shows how tokenisation cuts fund costs, reduces errors, and accelerates launches by overhauling back-office infrastructure.
Use Case: Automated payment solutions for B2B ecommerce marketplaces
by CTM News Team
Boost automates B2B marketplace payments for fast, secure, integrated transactions that increase satisfaction across buyers and suppliers.
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.
Trade tensions could deepen global financial vulnerabilities - Weekly roundup: 8 July
by Ben Poole
Australian investors return to managed funds; Tideway issues UK’s first corporate Blue Bond; ISDA and Ant explore digital FX settlement.
Leading Practices in Treasury: Strategies for Unforeseen Challenges - TREASURY NEWS #153
by CTM News Team
Episode six features Pushpendra Mehta and Paul Galloway, Senior Director of Advisory Services at Strategic Treasurer, exploring strategies to manage u
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.
Have Your Cake and Eat It Too: Early Payment Discount Arbitrage
by CTM News Team
Use credit cards to pay early, get supplier discounts, extend DPO, and boost cash flow – saving money while keeping suppliers happy.