What are Comparative Periods in FP&A? Comparative periods in FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) are specific timeframes used to measure and compare financial results from one time frame to another. These comparisons help you spot trends, understand business performance, and communicate results clearly to decision makers. Using comparative periods gives your analysis more context and…
In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we dive into the world of corporate debt management, a crucial aspect of business strategy that can fuel growth or sink companies if mismanaged. Join us as we break down the fundamentals of debt versus equity financing, explore real-world examples like Tesla, Apple, and Toys R…
In this episode of CFI Member Spotlight, we sit down with Russel Tan, a dynamic professional from Singapore who’s bridging the worlds of engineering and finance. Join us as Russel shares his unconventional journey from aerospace engineering to pursuing a career in finance, highlighting his passion for problem-solving, private equity, and the power of networking….
Financial planning and analysis (FP&A) plays a critical role in high-stakes business decisions, from capital investments to pricing strategies and demand forecasting. This collection of short case studies shows how FP&A teams at Tesla, Netflix, Amazon, and Walmart apply financial analysis to support smarter decisions, reduce risk, and strengthen performance. Tesla: Strategic Investments Backed by…
Recent global trade volatility has brought new challenges for FP&A professionals. With changes to tariffs becoming increasingly common, it’s more crucial than ever to understand the implications for your organization’s financial health. A tariff impact analysis is a structured financial assessment that quantifies how a tariff directly affects costs, profits, and overall financial performance. FP&A…
How Do Companies Decide Where To Invest, When To Return Cash to Shareholders, or When To Take Bold Risks on New Technologies? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we break down capital allocation, the art and science behind a company’s biggest money decisions. From ROI and NPV to multi-billion dollar bets on streaming, cloud…
Carried interest is one of the most misunderstood compensation terms in finance, but it plays a central role in how private equity firms get paid for profitable investments. This guide to carried interest explains how it works, when it’s paid, and why it’s a key part of aligning the incentives for both private equity managers…
What is Cash Runway? Cash runway is the number of months a company can continue operating before it runs out of cash, assuming current spending levels stay the same. Startup businesses often use this metric to measure the rate at which the startup is spending its equity capital raised from investors. How to Calculate Cash…
What happens when a company starts slipping, has declining margins, mounting debt, or cash flow concerns? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we take a closer look at how businesses bounce back from financial distress and the critical role corporate finance teams play in making that happen. From early warning signs to…
What Does It Take To Go From Audit Associate to CFO of a PE-Backed Startup? In this episode of Careers in Finance, host Meeyeon reconnects with longtime friend and finance leader Sharron Xiao to explore the career choices, transitions, and leadership lessons that shaped her journey from the Big Four to the C-suite. This is…
