How Automation is Reshaping Financial Strategy Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping corporate finance, moving beyond simple automation to become a powerful strategic partner. Discover how AI is fundamentally changing financial decision-making in this Deep Dive episode of Corporate Finance Explained (FinPod). Explore the AI transformation in finance, from AI-powered forecasting and dynamic financial modeling…
10 Must-Have FP&A Skills to Develop in 2025 Can your FP&A skills stand up to the demands of 2025? Excel mastery was once enough — but now, finance leaders expect rapid, actionable insights that guide strategic decisions at a moment’s notice. The pressure is on FP&A analysts to quickly interpret data, clearly communicate its implications,…
Cash Flow vs Net Income: Why the Difference Matters Two companies report the same net income. But one has cash to grow, and the other is borrowing to stay afloat. Why? If you’ve ever assessed financial health using just the income statement, you’ve likely seen this disconnect. Cash flow and net income both measure performance,…
Tune in for expert Cash Flow Management and Liquidity Strategy insights vital for Business Survival and sustainable Business Growth. This Corporate Finance Explained episode delivers essential Corporate Finance principles, focusing on Managing Cash Flow effectively for optimal Financial Health. Learn crucial Financial Management tactics. We analyze Cash Flow Forecasting techniques, strategic Scenario Planning for Finance,…
In this special episode of CFI’s FinPod, we’re joined by our co-founder Scott Powell and founder of “The FP&A Guy,” Paul Barnhurst, to explore how AI, automation, and evolving skill sets reshape careers in FP&A, capital markets, and investment banking. We discuss how tools like ChatGPT are already changing workflows, why Python and Excel are…
How FP&A Analysts Leverage Different Types of Variances In FP&A, your ability to explain what’s behind financial shortfalls and overruns is just as important as the numbers themselves. Understanding different types of variances helps you identify planning assumptions that didn’t materialize, adapt forecasts based on emerging trends, and track how business expectations evolve over time. …
Understanding Intrinsic Value vs. Market Value in Finance Two investors evaluate the value of a company. One calls it undervalued. The other says it’s overvalued. Who’s right? The answer could depend on whether they’re thinking in terms of intrinsic value or market value. These terms are often mentioned together, but they describe fundamentally different perspectives….
How Do Investors, Analysts, and Companies Decide What a Business is Really Worth? In this deep dive episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we unpack the fundamentals of corporate valuation—from enterprise value vs. equity value to the tools used by top professionals. You’ll learn how to use DCF analysis, comparable company analysis (CCA), and…
What is the Current Ratio vs Quick Ratio? Definitions and Importance Current ratio and quick ratio are two key liquidity ratios that provide complementary perspectives on a company’s short-term financial health. Both ratios assess a company’s short-term cash position and its ability to handle immediate financial needs and obligations. Liquidity ratios, such as the current…
Why Cost Management is a Core FP&A Responsibility Cost management plays a direct role in shaping a company’s financial performance over time. When costs start to climb or margins tighten, the pressure often lands on the FP&A team to determine what changed, why it happened, and what can be done about it. When margins shrink…
