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Cash management needs urgent reform

Companies suffering from suppliers demanding early invoice payments and a lack of credit amid a recession across most Western economies should use this time of increased pressure to review the way they manage their working capital, a report from KPMG has said.

Is economic recovery likely?

It is difficult to be optimistic about a speedy economic recovery. The recession will hit hard, but we will probably avoid a major depression

SEC issues statement clarifying 'fair value'

Fair value accounting is under increasing pressure as losses on writedowns tighten the credit markets further

Downturn brings risk to the fore

The temptation to cut corners during an economic slowdown should not undermine efforts to manage risk.

Mac Mae be the biggest bailout

With foreign investors warning of the catastrophic consequences of a collapse, the US government’s “nationalisation” of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae was as inevitable as it was surprising.

Long-term strategy required

Successful turnarounds are more than just crisis management – they require a long-term strategic plan

Central banks settle for temporary victory

Sharp differences of view between financial market pessimism over growth prospects and continued concern with inflation from the central banks appear to have been settled with a temporary victory for the banks

Rover funds still up for grabs

As former MG Rover dealers and suppliers continue to diversify, much of the money allocated to creditors after the car giant's collapse has yet to be taken up, according to the National Audit Office
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