Finance teams face growing pressure to close faster, improve accuracy, strengthen controls, and support better decisions with limited resources. AI agents in finance have emerged as practical tools for efficiency, insight quality, and control. This guide explains AI agents, their role in corporate finance and accounting, and what separates them from traditional automation. What Are…
From steering company growth to valuing a business, financial modeling is the engine that powers high-stakes decision-making in finance. However, even the most carefully built model can fall short without real-time industry data. That’s why the Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) and IBISWorld collaborated on a new whitepaper: Leveraging Industry Intelligence for Informed Financial Modeling and…
With speaker Brian Egger, Global Head of Financial Modeling and Senior Gaming and Lodging Analyst, Bloomberg Intelligence. Artificial intelligence can now build basic financial models in seconds. But the ability to think critically, structure complex problems, and communicate insights clearly remains as essential as ever. In this webinar, Bloomberg’s Brian Egger joins CFI for a…
Ryan Spendelow, Senior VP, Training & Curriculum, Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) Carl Rosseel, Director of Technology Alliances, DataCamp In a finance world driven by automation, data, and evolving career paths, Python is no longer just “nice to have”—it’s fast becoming essential. In this insightful conversation, Ryan Spendelow from CFI and Carl Rosseel from DataCamp unpack…
In a world of constant change, rising interest rates, inflation, and global disruptions, how do top companies prepare for the unexpected? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we break down scenario planning and sensitivity analysis, the essential tools finance teams use to stay agile, resilient, and ready for anything. Learn how Airbnb, Starbucks, Delta…
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…
