Navigating Foreign Exchange and Interest Rates in Nigeria: My Experience at the Treasury 360 Conference
The Treasury 360 conference, organised by the Association of Corporate Treasurers of Nigeria, was an eye-opening event that brought together some of the brightest minds in finance to address the pressing challenges facing Nigeria’s economy. The event offered a rare glimpse into the critical challenges and strategies shaping Nigeria’s financial landscape. As a non-treasurer, I…
Franklin
What is Supply Chain Finance?
This article is a contribution from our content partner, PrimeTrade Supply chain finance allows businesses to get their suppliers paid quickly without affecting their own accounting or cash flow. Sometimes it is called SCF, supplier finance, reverse factoring, or dynamic discounting. These different labels all describe a similar process: In dynamic discounting, the financier is…
Communication is Key: How to Communicate Treasury Changes Across the Organization
Change is never easy, especially in a corporate treasury context where every adjustment ripples across departments and processes. But let’s face it: treasury is often seen as the “black box” of finance, and poorly communicated changes can reinforce that perception. If you want to drive impact—and get people on board—you need to do more than…
Patrick Kunz
APIs vs. Open Banking: What’s the Difference?
This article is written by Palm APIs and OpenBanking are two commonly used terms in today’s treasury world; however, a stark number of professionals do not fully understand what they are and how they can harness their firepower effectively. This blog post aims to clarify what these tools are, how they function, and the potential…
The transition from CFO to CVO
The role of the CFO is evolving towards becoming a Chief Value Officer (CVO), emphasizing value creation alongside traditional financial responsibilities. This transformation involves strategic decision-making, fostering innovation, and managing sustainability. CFOs must acquire new skills in communication, technology, and data analysis to remain effective leaders in dynamic business environments.
Montenegro and Albania Join SEPA: A Major Step Forward for Payments in Europe
The Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), a framework enabling seamless euro transactions across member countries, has expanded its geographical scope to include Montenegro and Albania. Announced on November 21, 2024, this significant milestone paves the way for these nations to officially join SEPA’s payment schemes in April 2025. This inclusion marks progress in aligning their…