Designed as an overview of the spectacular collapse of a prestigious financial institution, this case outlines the history of Barings Bank, the oldest merchant bank in London, describes how it became involved in Far East markets and how a trader in its Singapore operation, Nick Leeson, was able to run up massive losses on unauthorized dealings which led to the collapse of the bank. The case identifies areas of poor internal control, inadequate board oversight and a remuneration culture that encouraged risk taking. It looks at the role of both internal and external auditors and of the regulatory authorities.
Stephan Jansma, CFO at Trafigura, shares how today’s finance leaders must navigate global disruptions, manage liquidity in high-volatility markets, and engage with policymakers to keep supply chains moving.
In an age that prizes agility, breaking up is a strategy rather than a surrender, argues IMD’s Salvatore Cantale, as CFOs step forward as architects of value in the de-conglomeration era.
CFOs must drive a financially disciplined way to manage environmental and climate risk amid growing push back against sustainability efforts.
How a private equity-backed corporate carve-out created a successful, sustainable consulting powerhouse by Benoit Leleux
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AI is revolutionizing finance, boosting productivity and insights, but CFOs must invest in infrastructure, navigate regulations, and upskill teams for a successful future.
Switzerland should assess the Credit Suisse collapse before adding more banking regulations, says UBS Group CEO in a talk on Europe's financial future.
CFOs can rethink underperforming AI adoption by focusing on business value, data readiness, and employee buy-in.
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