Global Finance

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Global Finance presents its 31st annual list of best banks worldwide. Banks face an uphill battle as supply chains remain disrupted, regional conflicts continue to build, and the fear of bank failure returns. Industry leadership, advancements in digitalization and corporate citizenship also factored in.

Banking 111

Banking Finance Treasury Marketability 111

Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Posted by the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance, on Friday, November 10, 2023 Editor's Note: This roundup contains a collection of the posts published on the Forum during the week of November 3-9, 2023 Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act’s Company Reporting Obligations Posted by Nathan Barnett, Daniel Bell, and Sebastian Orozco (..)

Treasury 186

Treasury Banking Equity Marketability 186

Musings on Markets

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

As a long-time skeptic about the Fed’s (or any Central Bank’s) capacity to alter much in markets or the economy, I decided now would be as good a time as any to confront some widely held beliefs about central banking powers, and counter them with data.

Banking 124

Banking Treasury Start-ups Marketability 124

Global Finance

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Susanne Prager, head of cash management at Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI), discusses the challenges affecting global banking services and the need for the latest tech tools to help companies succeed in CEE and around the world. Global Finance: What are the overall trends impacting international banking transactions?

Banking 98

Banking Compliance Treasury Finance 98

Reynolds Holding

MAY 11, 2023

5] After all we achieved to reform the swaps markets, Scott O’Malia—your CEO and a former fellow CFTC Commissioner—has asked me to return for yet another lively Chicago discussion, this time about our work in the $24 trillion Treasury markets. Treasuries are embedded in money market funds. Treasuries are embedded in money market funds.

Treasury 81

Treasury Marketability Start-ups Compliance 81

Brian DeChesare

MARCH 13, 2023

In 24 hours, it went from “We’re fine, but we took some losses and need additional capital” to “The FDIC is taking over, the government has guaranteed uninsured deposits, and there might be additional bank runs and a financial crisis or three.” It’s the second-biggest bank failure in U.S. Silicon Valley Bank did not “fail” in 24 hours.

Banking 123

Banking Start-ups Equity Treasury 123

Musings on Markets

MAY 5, 2023

In March 2023, the fall of Silicon Valley Bank shocked investors not only because it was unforeseen, but also because of the speed with which it unfolded. That failure has had a domino effect, with Signature Bank falling soon after, followed by Credit Suisse in April 2023 and by First Republic last week.

Banking 98

Banking Equity Start-ups Treasury 98

Global Finance

APRIL 7, 2025

Already we are seeing the emergence of EF APIs like Plaid and Stripe Treasury. Plaid connects to bank accounts and Stripe connects to cards. Fintechs are joined by big banks like HSBC and Standard Chartered and online giants like Amazon, Alibaba, and PayPal in mining this new line of business.

Finance 52

Finance Banking B2B Treasury 52

Global Finance

DECEMBER 26, 2024

In a 2023 Treasury & Risk survey, over 70% of CFOs emphasized the importance of flexible technology in keeping their treasury operations efficient amid increasing volatility. Treasury teams must evaluate the size of the exposures and their potential impact on financial outcomes, often through scenario analysis and stress testing.

Treasury 59

Treasury Banking Finance Marketability 59

Financial Analyst Insider

JULY 7, 2022

Banks require a treasury management system (TMS) that can effectively help them navigate the fast-paced banking and financial markets of today. While many older systems remain potent, The post 6 Issues Your Bank Can Resolve Using an Upgraded Treasury Management Solution appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.

Treasury 52

Treasury Banking Marketability Technology 52

Mckinsey and Company

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Central bank digital currencies and stablecoins could reshape financial services. Treasury managers can play a central role in optimizing the related opportunities—and handling of the risks.

Treasury 124

Treasury Finance Banking 124

Brian DeChesare

JUNE 15, 2022

Yes, if you’re working at a large bank, it’s generally best to be in a “front office” (client-facing) role. First, note that these terms apply only to investment banks and related finance firms (private equity firms, hedge funds, etc.).

Banking 98

Banking Treasury Start-ups Finance 98

Harvard Corporate Governance

DECEMBER 1, 2023

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Banking 173

Banking Treasury Compliance Marketability 173

Global Finance

JULY 26, 2024

Rapid treasury transformation has been afforded a boost thanks to the regional drive for real-time payments and application programming interfaces (APIs). FAB wins two awards this year, as Best Bank for Transaction Banking and Best Bank for Long-Term Liquidity Management. in 2023 but is forecast to pick up again to 3.6%

Treasury 52

Treasury Banking Start-ups Technology 52

Mckinsey and Company

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

In both the European Union and globally, the new supervisory expectations for credit spread risk in the banking book pose a clear challenge for bank treasury and risk functions.

Banking 64

Banking Treasury 64

Global Finance

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Corporate treasury professionals are reassessing investment strategies to stay agile and conserve cash amid interest rate shifts and geopolitical uncertainty. A sense of nervousness amid ongoing global disruption pervades strategic thinking across global treasury functions. It’s a predicament that started to emerge as far back as 2018.

Treasury 105

Treasury Banking Finance Dividends 105

Global Finance

JULY 25, 2024

trillion pesos—around $264 billion in May—according to Bureau of the Treasury estimates. The country’s debt-to-GDP ratio is currently in excess of 60%, the Treasury says. The DoF recently held talks in Japan with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation and Nomura Securities as part of a roadshow to gauge interest from investors there.

Treasury 119

Treasury Finance Banking Marketability 119

Global Finance

JULY 26, 2024

African banks are empowering clients with greater access to real-time data and greater control over their cash. Standard Bank , this year’s Best Bank for Transaction Banking, has been enabling corporate clients’ capabilities on its OneHub business platform.

Treasury 52

Treasury Banking Marketability Finance 52

Global Finance

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Following growth in cross-border payments, Bank of America on Sunday introduced Guaranteed FX Rates of up to one year, the longest tenor available in the industry. Long-term guaranteed fixed rates allow corporate treasuries to enhance financial stability, optimize liquidity, and align cash management practices with overall corporate strategy.

Treasury 111

Treasury Banking Finance Marketability 111

Global Finance

OCTOBER 20, 2024

BNY and Mizuho Bank, the oldest banks in the US and Japan, respectively, announced on Sunday an agreement to expand their correspondent bank network to help facilitate international trade. GenAI, for example, will help banks to not just connect but to move letters of credit faster.

Banking 111

Banking Treasury Finance 111

Global Finance

JULY 26, 2024

Partnering with banks for expertise and resources to hold on to the competitive edge. Partnering with banks can help treasurers access the best tools, expertise, and resources needed to stay competitive. Citi is a double winner, as Best Bank for Cash Management and for Best Corporate Cross-Border Payments Solution.

Treasury 52

Treasury Banking Finance Data Analysis 52

Global Finance

JULY 26, 2024

In the Asia-Pacific region, geopolitical risks and supply chain diversification require contingency planning by corporates, and banking partners who can help treasurers mitigate foreign exchange risk to protect profit margins. It enables customers of different banks to make and receive domestic real-time payments.

Treasury 52

Treasury Banking Finance Marketability 52

Reynolds Holding

MARCH 12, 2023

economy by strengthening public confidence in our banking system. banking system continues to perform its vital roles of protecting deposits and providing access to credit to households and businesses in a manner that promotes strong and sustainable economic growth. Today we are taking decisive actions to protect the U.S. Gruenberg.

Treasury 45

Treasury Banking Finance 45

Harvard Corporate Governance

MAY 22, 2023

Unlike other major stablecoins such as Tether or Circle, which are backed by off-chain liquid assets, e.g., treasuries, UST was not supported by off-chain collateral but by a smart contract that allowed an exchange of one unit of UST to $1 worth of Terra’s native currency, LUNA, and vice versa.

Treasury 250

Treasury Finance Technology Marketability 250

Global Finance

JUNE 11, 2024

Morgan Payments, discusses fostering innovation within the corporate treasury with Global Finance. GF : What is the most misunderstood thing about having an innovation within the treasury? GF : How have the skill sets needed within the corporate treasury changed since you started?

Technology 119

Technology Treasury Banking Finance 119

Global Finance

JULY 26, 2024

Although nearshoring has been a boon for Mexico, and the outlook is generally positive, risks in foreign exchange and commodity markets persist and require companies to partner with banks having regional expertise and cash management solutions tailored to the Latin American market.

Treasury 52

Treasury Banking B2B Finance 52

Global Finance

JANUARY 22, 2025

This takes time to set up and can make it difficult for both banks and non-bank payment providers to offer immediate results and flexibility in the financing solution. Payment with Terms as a solution takes the supplier and procurement process out of the equation and instead puts the buyers treasury team in control.

Finance 52

Finance Treasury Banking Marketability 52

Global Finance

AUGUST 31, 2022

Mizuho Americas’ primary businesses are investment and corporate banking, lending, treasury services, and research and capital markets offerings.

Treasury 98

Treasury Banking Marketability 98

Law 360 M&A

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Treasury Department's top bank policy official said Friday that regulators should formally adopt a "standardized" rubric to vet bank merger deals for their potential to create too-big-to-fail financial institutions, calling for more rigorous financial stability evaluations that would include looking at sample living wills.

Treasury 52

Treasury Banking 52

Global Finance

OCTOBER 20, 2024

BNY and Mizuho Bank, the oldest banks in the US and Japan, respectively, announced on Sunday an agreement to expand their correspondent bank network to help facilitate international trade. GenAI, for example, will help banks to not just connect but to move letters of credit faster.

Banking 98

Banking Treasury Finance 98

Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Posted by Patrick Dennis (University of Virginia), Kristopher Gerardi (Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta), and Carola Schenone (University of Virginia), on Monday, November 7, 2022. Posted by Amma Anaman, Helle Bank Jørgensen, and Chantal Wessels, Nasdaq, Inc., Griffin (Villanova University), Greg Nini (Drexel University), and David C.

Compliance 189

Compliance Banking Treasury Marketability 189

Global Finance

JULY 26, 2024

Banking partners help optimize cash flow and protect its value. Faced with high interest rates and inflation, companies in Western Europe are turning to their banking partners to find ways to optimize cash flow and protect its value. Sustainable finance is another key area in which banks are showing the way across Europe.

Treasury 52

Treasury Banking Finance Marketability 52

Global Finance

JUNE 6, 2024

Its new generative AI tool analyzes and summarizes the minutes and announcements from the Monetary Policy Committee of Brazil’s central bank and the Federal Open Market Committee of the US Federal Reserve. The bank believes it creates analyses and summaries that are faster and more bias-free than traditional analyses.

Banking 109

Banking Treasury Technology Compliance 109

Simply Treasury

JUNE 15, 2020

It is quite legitimate to ask the question: "After such a huge financial crisis, what will become my treasury department?" Each treasurer must think how to "sell" how treasury could have done better and how to strengthen the structure in future. Treasury must provide more support to operations (e.g. Back to the office.

Treasury 52

Treasury Finance Banking 52

Global Finance

JULY 26, 2024

UniCredit , our winner of two awards, as both Best Bank for Transaction Banking and Best Bank for Collections, uses its pan-European platform to leverage a sprawling network of businesses, fintechs, financiers, and investors to ensure that CEE receives the same services and products as its Western counterparts.

Treasury 52

Treasury Banking Finance Marketability 52

Financial Times M&A

APRIL 6, 2023

Audit by Treasury department bureau includes $175mn Frank acquisition that prosecutors allege was tainted by fraud

Treasury 75

Treasury Banking 75

Simply Treasury

JULY 12, 2021

Large MNCs are today using big ERPs, customized to their needs, integrated, or interfaced to many other IT treasury solutions dedicated to certain tasks. These companies are often managing finance and treasury on separate financial systems which are poorly integrated, if integrated at all. Treasury system needs is a huge pound.

Treasury 52

Treasury Finance Marketability Technology 52