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Are you taking time off this summer? CFO Peer Audit
Facing increasingly heavy responsibilities, financial leaders may struggle more this year with the seemingly simple question of whether to take time off. A LinkedIn survey conducted by CFO.com from July 11 to 18 showed that 106 respondents were divided: about a quarter had no vacation plans, another quarter would still check work daily, but the largest group said they would completely disconnect. This article interviews five CFOs about their summer PTO plans.
The CFO playbook for cannabis in 2026
The cannabis industry forces financial leaders to operate under conditions rarely seen in other sectors. Federal prohibition and the tax constraints of Section 280E continue to impact corporate cash flow management, expansion planning, and financial structures. CFO.com's 2026 cannabis special report, through case studies of financial discipline at scale among New York retailers and how professional financial training networks empower CFOs and advisors to address unique accounting and tax challenges, reveals the emerging blueprint of the industry's financial playbook and provides transferable lessons for CFOs across the sector.
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[PODCAST] The future of tax: What’s next for your team?
This podcast series focuses on strategies for tax teams under pressure from data silos, legacy systems, and talent shortages. The three episodes discuss tax data integration, addressing talent shortages, and modernizing tax strategies, with insights from insightsoftware experts.
What CFOs need to know for 2026
As 2026 approaches, CFOs face multiple challenges including the evolution of global economic policies, changing trade dynamics, and the impact of artificial intelligence. CFO.com has compiled multiple outlook articles, from tax policy to workforce trends, to outline annual priorities for finance executives.
CFO Peer Audit: What soft skills are becoming more relevant to the CFO role?
In the context of technology reshaping the finance function, the importance of CFOs' soft skills is increasingly prominent. This article brings together perspectives from multiple CFOs, exploring how soft skills such as adaptability, empathy, emotional intelligence, communication, and collaboration help financial leaders navigate change and lead their teams.
CFO Peer Audit: Is the finance chief’s role changing?
On business media and social platforms, "strategic CFO" has become a buzzword. But financial executives have differing views: some believe the role has always been strategic, while others emphasize that the focus of responsibilities is accelerating toward strategy and leadership. This article gathers perspectives from multiple CFOs and scholars.
August earnings update: Affirm, Build-A-Bear, Intuit, MSG Entertainment, Rumble
During the August earnings season, CFOs from several companies shared operational progress and challenges in conference calls. Affirm emphasized long-term capital partnerships, Build-A-Bear posted its best-ever second quarter but faced tariff pressures, Bill.com's new CFO made his debut and outlined AI-driven growth, J.M. Smucker responded to coffee tariffs with price increases, Intuit focused on AI adoption and pricing strategies, MSG Entertainment expressed optimism for growth in the new fiscal year, Rumble optimized the balance between profitability and growth, while U-Haul was weighed down by depreciation and equipment sales losses.
July earnings update: Boeing, UnitedHealth Group, Starbucks, Coca-Cola and BlackRock
During July earnings calls, CFOs from Boeing, UnitedHealth, Starbucks, The Cheesecake Factory, Tractor Supply, General Dynamics, Coca-Cola, and BlackRock shared their performance and outlook. Boeing's free cash flow beat expectations, UnitedHealth lowered its full-year guidance, Starbucks intensified cost structure optimization, The Cheesecake Factory's profit margin exceeded expectations, Tractor Supply achieved record sales, General Dynamics saw strong orders, Coca-Cola faced currency headwinds, and BlackRock reached record assets under management.
A two-part sit-down with KPMG’s Deputy Chair and US Managing Principal Atif Zaim
In an exclusive interview with CFO.com, Atif Zaim, KPMG's new Vice Chair and U.S. Managing Partner, shares his insights on the evolution of leadership, serving CFOs and senior executives, and discusses the importance of the 150-hour CPA rule, team motivation, and clarity of purpose.
The regulatory and tax challenges of cannabis in 2025
The cannabis industry offers CFOs a real-time case study in navigating complex regulations and business growth. As federal and state rules continue to evolve, financial leaders can observe how companies adapt their accounting, tax strategies, and growth plans, thereby understanding how regulation shapes financial decision-making in emerging markets.