Depts reviewing contracts after scandal-hit firm's accusation of deceptive conduct Officials reconsidering millions in KPMG contracts. The Canberra Times · Jun 4
Katy Gallagher flags tough negotiations for 15 per cent pay claim Commission formally kicks off bargaining period. The Canberra Times · Jun 3
AI is turning workers into superhumans. Their leadership teams haven't kept up Employees are scaling productivity at record speed while leadership teams remain stuck in decades-old decision-making structures. Fortune · Jun 2
A $40,000 raise and the CFO seat are within reach, but one employee in his early 30s says the promotion isn't worth it A finance director at a nonprofit is contemplating declining a promotion to CFO, despite being the likely successor. He enjoys hands-on financial work and fears the strategic and leadership demands of the CFO role, as well as a potential loss of work-life balance. The Economic Times · May 31
The billionaire shakedown: How India changed its 'default' settings India's decade-old Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code has revolutionized corporate finance, ending a 'defaulter's paradise' and recovering trillions. While significantly boosting financial stability and economic growth, the law now faces challenges from judicial delays. Recent amendments aim to address these bottlenecks, ensuring the code's continued effectiveness in safeguarding India's economic progress. The Economic Times · May 29
NZ Budget 2026 at a glance: follow the money here Finance Minister Nicola Willis delivered a disciplined budget today, asking New Zealanders to accept continued restraint in return for promises of longer-term economic growth – and an earlier-than-expected return to surplus. The Conversation · May 28
Petrol, diesel prices hiked by Rs 7.5 per litre since Iran war: Here’s how it will impact your daily life Fuel prices are rising again, making travel and goods more expensive. This impacts transporters, supply chains, and household budgets. Oil Marketing Companies are seeing stock rallies. The government faces a challenge balancing OMCs' financial health with consumer impact. Global events continue to influence fuel costs. The Economic Times · May 26
Why Nirmala Sitharaman Warned Against Fear Mongering Most people hear economic warnings and immediately think they only affect governments or big businesses. But sometimes, global pressure quietly enters everyday life through fuel prices, grocery bills, travel costs, and job uncertainty. That is exactly why Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently warned against “fear mongering” while explaining the growing… MyLifeXP · May 26
The three Fs that Sitharaman flagged as India braces for a widening global oil shock, forex strain In light of increasing global unrest from the West Asia crisis and fluctuations in the energy sector, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is advocating for a concentrated approach to managing fuel, fertiliser, and foreign exchange resources. Prime Minister Modi's recent appeals to conserve foreign currency and reduce discretionary imports underscore this… The Economic Times · May 25
Who gets what in Vijay’s Tamil Nadu Cabinet as Congress, VCK, IUML join power table Tamil Nadu's political landscape has shifted with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay forming a 35-member coalition ministry. This new government includes Congress, IUML, and VCK, marking a departure from the state's traditional two-party order. Vijay retains key portfolios, emphasizing control over administration and law and order. The Economic Times · May 22
Tamil Nadu ministers list 2026: From Maria Wilson to Srinath, here is the full list of Vijay’s cabinet TN ministers list 2026: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has expanded his Cabinet by inducting 23 MLAs and assigning portfolios across key departments including Finance, Tourism, Higher Education and Artificial Intelligence. The expansion marks Congress’ return to the Tamil Nadu government after 59 years and also sees four… The Economic Times · May 21
Cabinet approves relief scheme The cabinet has approved the "Thais Help Thais Plus" programme together with additional support measures for vulnerable groups, with a combined budget of 176 billion baht, Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas announced on Tuesday. Bangkok Post · May 19
Rs 40 lakh return from Rs 22,000 investment? How ‘Quantum AI’ scam is misusing Nirmala Sitharaman’s name to lure investors Quantum AI scam: A viral message falsely claims Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is promoting a 'Quantum AI' investment scheme. It promises huge returns on small investments with zero risk and government guarantee. The Economic Times · May 6
Dollar Weakens as Japan Intervenes in Forex Market to Support the Yen The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday tumbled to a 1.5-week low and finished down by -0.95%. Thursday’s +2% rally in the yen weighed on the dollar after the Nikkei reported that the Japanese government and the BOJ conducted yen-buying operations. Earlier on Thursday, Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama warned... Barchart · Apr 30
AAP · Apr 19 NDIS in treasurer's sights as budget outlook darkens The treasurer is playing down talk of an improvement to the federal budget bottom line after economists tipped an Iran war-driven revenue boon.
International Business Times UK · Apr 19 UN and Rights Groups Say Rape Using Trained Dogs at Israel Detention Sites Is Systematic, Endorsed at the Highest Level A UN-backed report alleges systematic sexual violence against Palestinians in Israeli detention, including rape involving trained dogs, as part of an organised state policy. Israel denies the allegations.
Euronews · Apr 13 Germany cuts fuel tax as oil prices surge on Iran blockade Following tense exchanges between Economics Minister Reiche and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil, the government held talks over the weekend. Will the coalition succeed in easing the burden on citizens, or will it collapse?
AAP · Apr 13 'Circle of life': major reshuffle as senior MPs quit Three state ministers have called time on their political careers, triggering a major cabinet reshuffle and factional carve-up as an election looms.
AAP · Mar 24 Calm before storm: RBA braces for spikes and hikes The economy is expected to be hit with a savage inflation spike which will in turn increase the chances of more interest rate hikes.
Fortune · Mar 22 The CFO who turned Adobe's finance department into an AI lab Dan Durn is auto-responding to 300,000 emails, slashing contract review times, and stress-testing earnings messaging with AI. His thesis: finance that doesn't adopt AI becomes a brake on growth.
Evening Standard · Mar 19 Robison urges UK Government to ‘finally step up’ and support Glasgow after fire The Finance Secretary will meet Chief Secretary to the Treasury James Murray in Belfast on Thursday.
The Independent UK · Mar 18 ‘Exemplify joy of dispute and debate’, Forbes urges new MSPs in final speech The Deputy First Minister is stepping down as an MSP at May’s election.
Whats Hot · Mar 11 Tesla’s Long-Time Finance Leader Sendil Palani Steps Down After 17 Years Sendil Palani, one of the most influential financial leaders at Tesla, has stepped away from the electric vehicle giant after an extraordinary 17-year tenure that spanned the company’s early survival struggles and its transformation into a global technology powerhouse.
The Independent UK · Mar 10 Irish deputy premier criticises fuel price ‘anomalies’ Big differences in prices at fuel pumps cannot ‘be blamed on Iran or what’s happening in the Gulf’, Ireland’s deputy premier has said.
Evening Standard · Mar 10 O’Dowd calls for direct support for customers hit by home heating oil price rise The Finance Minister said the powersharing Executive does not have the financial ‘firepower’ to fund any relief scheme.