Member Spotlight | Soliman Abbas
Soliman Abbas’s journey into investment banking is a masterclass in persistence and proactive learning. In this episode of Member Spotlight, the recent University of Bristol graduate and newly minted FMVA holder shares his inspiring story, from being an international student at 17 to landing his dream job. Soliman’s story is proof that an intentional mindset…
FP&A vs. S&OP: What’s the Difference?
FP&A vs. S&OP: The Key Difference The difference between FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) and S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) is focus. FP&A looks at business planning through a financial lens, while S&OP looks at it through an operational lens. FP&A is a finance function that analyzes financial data, creates forecasts, and develops budgets to…
Corporate Finance Explained | Navigating Corporate Finance in Emerging Markets
Expanding into a high-growth region like Brazil or India is full of potential, but from a finance perspective, it’s a unique mix of intense risks and substantial rewards. In this episode, we go beyond the surface to explore the core challenges and opportunities of navigating corporate finance in emerging markets. We’ll equip you with the…
Net Dollar Retention
What is Net Dollar Retention (NDR)? Net Dollar Retention (NDR) is a financial metric that tracks how much recurring revenue a company retains from its existing customers over a given period. NDR takes into account any upgrades (expansions), downgrades (contractions), and churn (lost customers or canceled subscriptions). For SaaS and subscription-based businesses, net dollar retention…
Global Alternative Reference Rates
What is an Alternative Reference Rate? An alternative reference rate (ARR) is a standard reference rate used to price financial instruments, such as bonds, derivatives, and other securitized financial instruments. Alternative reference rates provide more transparent and reliable benchmarks and replacements for historical benchmarks like LIBOR. This guide covers five of the most widely used…
What’s New at CFI | Getting Started with Python
Are you a finance professional who relies on Excel but is curious about the power of programming? In this episode of FinPod: What’s New at CFI, we’re joined by subject matter expert Joseph Yeates to discuss his new course, Getting Started with Python. Joseph explains why Python is a must-learn skill for data analysis and…
ROCE vs. ROA: Differences, Formulas, and Uses in Financial Analysis
Understanding ROCE and ROA ROCE (Return on Capital Employed) represents how much profit a company makes for each dollar of capital employed in the business. ROA (Return on Assets) indicates how well a company uses its total assets to drive profit. ROCE and ROA are both profitability ratios that provide different perspectives on how well…
CFI Certifications and Specializations: What’s the Difference?
Deciding Between CFI’s Certifications and Specializations Finance professionals often ask about the difference between CFI Certifications and Specializations. Certifications are comprehensive programs that build in-depth expertise in a specific finance field. Specializations are focused learning tracks that allow you to develop expertise in a particular topic or skill within finance. Each path offers distinct advantages…
Corporate Finance Explained | Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Lessons From Major Business Failures
Blockbuster, Lehman Brothers, WeWork. The names are familiar, but the financial stories behind their collapse are often a mystery. In this deep dive, we go beyond the headlines to pull out the crucial lessons in corporate bankruptcy and insolvency for every finance professional. We’ll equip you with the foresight to spot financial distress long before…
