Lisa Dukes

Aug 27, 2024 | treasury-management.com | Lisa Dukes

Understanding the intricacies of various financial strategies is paramount for CFOs and treasurers. One such strategy is the carry trade, a concept that can significantly impact corporate finances and investment portfolios. Interest rate differentials have been relatively subdued since mid-2023 following a period of significant tightening by central banks globally. This muted state reflects the plateauing of policy rates after a series of rapid hikes aimed at combating inflation.

Jun 7, 2024 | treasury-management.com | Lisa Dukes

At the recent ACT conference held in Liverpool on 21-22 May, I had the pleasure of participating in a panel session focused on embracing best practice through codes of conduct. For those who couldn’t make the session, or the conference, here is my quick recap, focusing on the FX Global Code of Conduct. As part of treasury optimisation and innovation, it is crucial to understand and – where possible – adopt the latest best practices. One such development is the FX Global Code of Conduct.

Mar 27, 2024 | treasury-management.com | John Donegan |Kam Patel |Lisa Dukes

As skills shortages become ever apparent, corporates are not only rethinking their treasury recruitment policies and strategies but also stepping up their efforts to hold on to their high-flyers. Here, industry experts consider how organisations can retain their best performers and examine the difficulties presented by this new recruitment landscape.