August 2022
Managing and Surviving Inflation
Operating in today's uncertain environment, requires that leaders must think about performance in much broader terms. leaders must lead with the complete slate of stakeholders in mind. There are many conversations and decisions that only the CEO can make. Corporate leaders can start by asking themselves key operational questions such as: Where will customers see value...
April 2022
Devaluation
Why and is it a viable policy?
Countries over the years have adopted as a policy the deliberate downward adjustment of the value of their money relative to another currency, group of currencies, or currency standard. Countries that have a fixed exchange rate or semi-fixed exchange rate use this monetary policy tool. It could be confused...March 2022
Shrinkflation
Shrinkflation occurs when firms reduce the size or quantity of a good and keep prices the same. Shrinkflation is an alternative to inflation. Rather than increasing prices you get a smaller quantity. Related concept- SkimpflationSkimpflation is a situation where firms – in response to higher costs – reduce the quality of a good/service. Skimpflation means consumers...
February 2022
The Phenomenon called “UNICORN”
Unicorns are privately held startup companies valued at over $1 billion The term was made popular in 2013 by venture capitalist Aileen Lee, choosing the mythical animal to represent the rarity of such successful ventures. there are now 30 unicorns with over $10 billion valuation in the world, They have been given the name "decacorn". Unicorns...
January 2022
Forensic Audit
Forensic auditing is a specialty in the accounting industry, and most accounting firms have a forensic audit department. It covers a wide range of investigative activities, often conducting steps to prosecute a party for fraud, embezzlement, or other financial crimes. It could also involve situations, such as disputes related to bankruptcy filings, business closures, and...
December 2021
Hostile Takeovers vs. Friendly Takeovers:
What's the Difference?
Companies often grow by taking over their competitors, acquiring a hot startup, or merging with the competition. Public companies need the approval of their shareholders and board of directors in order to get a deal done. However, if managers are against an acquisition, the acquiring company can still make efforts to win the...November 2021
Release hidden cash from your balance sheet
Company's income statement is typically the first stop for management teams seeking ways to reduce debt-to-equity ratios, improve profitability, and increase resilience. That’s for good reason: Creating long-term value requires sustainable growth, as well as changes to margins and cost structure. Yet few companies give much thought to the assets and liabilities on a balance sheet...
