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The new year is here, bringing a mix of fresh challenges and exciting opportunities in finance. As we kick off 2025, FINsider is here to help you stay ahead of the curve.

This edition covers six key stories from Accounts Receivable, Treasury, and Record to Report, with insights from Fortune 500 companies. We explore CFOs’ struggles with data quality, the rise of automation in financial closes, and the growing importance of cash flow forecasting. Plus, we dive into Mercedes-Benz’s $11B in free cash flow, J.P. Morgan’s working capital insights, and the ongoing debate over the future of cash payments. Let’s dive in!

|  Record To Report

96% of CFOs Struggle With Data Quality
The Alarming Truth Behind Reporting Challenges

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EY survey reveals that 96% face data issues, 55% fear greenwashing, 47% doubt sustainability targets, and only 32% have AI-ready tech. Can CFOs bridge the confidence gap to drive long-term value creation?

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|  Record To Report

With 90% Automation
Is the Financial Close Button Your Team’s New Star?

Automation

90% automation and GenAI adoption can cut financial close cycles by 15x and boost accuracy by 40%. How are businesses using AI to transform? What role does real-time reporting play in this shift?

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|  Treasury

Deloitte’s Perspective
In a Stormy Economy, Cash Flow is Your North Star

Deloitte

Cash flow forecasting is crucial in economic uncertainty, with governance and collaboration driving resilience. Discover how strong liquidity management helps businesses navigate risks and seize opportunities with agility.

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|  Treasury

Mercedes-Benz’s Treasury
Leading the Pack with $11B Free Cash Flow

Deloitte

Mercedes-Benz’s financial journey showcases resilience and innovation, leading the industry with $11B in free cash flow and strong liquidity. Explore how strategic investments in electric mobility and efficiency are driving future success.

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|  B2B Payments

Unlocking Trapped Cash
How Companies Can Optimize Working Capital in 2024—A J.P. Morgan Analysis

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J.P. Morgan’s 2024 analysis on Working Capital reveals a $707B opportunity. Discover how optimizing receivables, payables, and inventory boosts liquidity, efficiency, and financial resilience in today’s landscape.

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|  Gen Finance

The $3 Trillion Question
Are Cash Payments About to Go Extinct?

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Cashless transactions to triple by 2030, with 50% of e-commerce via digital wallets by 2024 and fraud up 70%. As digital shifts accelerate, can CFOs balance innovation, security, and financial inclusion?

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