Understanding Bank Treasury: Managing Liquidity, Risk, and Regulatory Compliance
Written by Renea Mahadeo Introduction Bank treasury is fundamentally different from corporate treasury in its objectives and operational complexities. While corporate treasury focuses on ensuring liquidity for business operations, bank treasury is responsible for managing the financial institution’s balance sheet, optimizing liquidity, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Banks operate within a highly regulated environment where capital…
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What is Currency Risk?
This article is a contribution from one of our content partners, Bound Currency risk, or exchange rate risk, refers to the exposure faced by investors or companies that operate across different countries, in regard to unpredictable gains or losses due to changes in the value of one currency in relation to another currency ~CFI definition….
Transform Your Treasury Operations with Seamless Bank Connectivity
This article is written by Palm Introduction Treasurers face the constant challenge of managing cash flow, liquidity, and risk. The need for real-time visibility into cash balances and transactions has never been more business-critical. This blog post explores the benefits of bank connectivity, why it’s essential for treasurers, and how leveraging technology can transform your…
Treasury Contrarian View: AI in Treasury—Hype or Reality?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the hottest topics in corporate finance, and treasury is no exception. Vendors promise smarter forecasting, faster reconciliations, and real-time risk management. But here’s the big question: Is AI in treasury living up to the hype, or is it just another buzzword with limited real-world impact? Where AI Is Making…
Why Your Manual Reconciliation Process Doesn’t Scale
This article is written by our content partner, Nilus We know that reconciliation is hard to get right. You or your team have most likely mentioned the challenges of reconciliation. At the surface, it can sound like a simple task—match a transaction recorded in your system to a transaction recorded by your provider. As a…
Trends Transforming the Current Treasury Management System (TMS) Landscape
Written by Royston Da Costa The Treasury Management System (TMS) industry is undergoing a significant evolution, driven by technological advancements, regulatory changes, and the ever-growing demand for real-time financial insights. As treasurers navigate complex financial environments, TMS providers have had to innovate to address emerging needs. Here are some of the key trends I believe…
Confirmation of Payee (CoP) Regulation: All You Need to Know
This article is written by Trustpair The CoP was launched in 2020 to lower payment fraud and errors in the UK. Today, 90% of faster payment methods are managed by the CoP. The EU will introduce similar Eurozone regulations, such as the Validation of Payee (VoP). This will develop further, so keep reading to learn what…
How to Prevent Payment Fraud?
This article is written by Nomentia Executive summary: The increasing frequency of accounts payable payment fraud has compelled treasurers and cash managers to pay attention to how to prevent payment fraud. “How to prevent payment fraud: Payment Process Controls explained” outlines the current landscape of payment fraud and highlights how Nomentia’s Payment Process Controls can…
Treasury Contrarian View: Are Treasury Certifications Still Worth It?
Let’s debate the value of certifications. Some argue that traditional treasury credentials are essential for credibility, while others believe practical experience and adaptability matter more than letters after your name. So, are certifications still a must-have—or are they becoming obsolete in today’s fast-evolving treasury landscape? Do Certifications Really Matter? The Case Against Certifications The Hybrid…