Embracing ISO 20022: Fedwire’s Modernization and Its Implications for Treasury
From Treasury Masterminds The upcoming transition of the U.S. Fedwire Funds Service to the ISO 20022 messaging standard marks a pivotal moment in payments modernization. Originally set for July 14, the move underscores a fundamental shift from the current format to a globally accepted standard, promising enhanced data richness, improved straight-through processing, and greater interoperability…
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The Evolution of Treasury KPIs: 6 Metrics That Matter in 2025
This article is written by Treasury4 Business and financial landscapes are constantly evolving—and with them, the function of the treasurer’s office. In years past, the treasurer’s responsibilities focused primarily on cash management and liquidity oversight. But today, the modern treasurer role has developed into one of a strategic partner responsible for driving business growth. As…
Building resilience through treasury policies
This article is a contribution from our content partner, TreasurySpring Following our webinar on Treasury Policy, it’s clear that the evolving financial landscape presents both challenges and opportunities for treasurers. The discussion shed light on the critical role of treasury policies in guiding organisations through uncertainty, fostering resilience, and embracing innovation. This blog captures the…
Formula for trouble: Why Excel can’t handle FX portfolio management anymore
This article is a contribution from our content partner, Bracket Spreadsheets have served treasury teams well – but markets, tech, and FX risk have moved on. It’s time to rethink how you manage your foreign currency portfolio and stop clicking on that familiar green icon. Love it or hate it, Excel is embedded in treasury…
The US, China and the New Economic Reality – Waiting for What Comes Next
This article is written by HedgeGo The geopolitical and economic landscape is undergoing profound change. The US is at the centre of a global restructuring process accompanied by strategic economic policies. Changing approaches to trade and fiscal policy play a key role, in particular the increasing use of tariffs as a primary instrument for asserting…
The Evolution of Payments: Non-Banks and Corporate Treasury
From Treasury Masterminds In recent years, a notable shift has occurred in the payments landscape, where traditional financial institutions (FIs) are no longer the exclusive gatekeepers of financial transactions. Increasingly, companies outside the traditional banking sector, including tech giants like ByteDance (parent company of TikTok) and Huawei, are obtaining licenses to operate payment services. This…