Register for “Balancing Liquidity and Flexibility: Defensive Balance Sheet Strategies for Long-Term Security”

The challenge:

Amidst the whispers of economic optimism, CFOs continue to face the unceasing task of taking a protective approach to safeguarding margins through defensive balance sheet strategies. The prevailing challenges encompass surging costs, the uncertain trajectory of interest rates, and a climate of limited growth. To combat these obstacles, CFOs must adopt a laser-like focus on cost reduction initiatives, bolstering cash reserves, and securing lines of credit to weather any economic storms that may come their way. Whilst conservative approaches to financial management practice are critical during times of uncertainty, how can CFOs effectively balance liquidity with the flexibility to ensure they maintain the ability to adapt and seize opportunities if (or when) they appear?

Digital Incubator Discussion Points:

• What factors should CFOs consider when evaluating the trade-off between liquidity and flexibility? How do these factors vary across different industries or organisational contexts?
• How can CFOs navigate the tension between maintaining sufficient cash reserves for emergencies and maximising returns on investment?
• How can finance leaders ensure that their balance sheet strategies remain agile and adaptable?
• Are there specific financial metrics or ratios that should be focused on when assessing the defensive strength of balance sheets? How can these metrics help in decision-making and resource allocation?
• What role can automation, data analytics, and risk management systems play in maintaining financial flexibility?

Digital Incubator Outcomes:

• Approaches to identifying and eliminating unnecessary expenses, optimising procurement processes, and implementing cost-saving measures across various areas of the organisation.
• Practical insights on optimising cash reserves, determining appropriate levels of liquidity, and developing robust cash flow forecasting models.
• Benefit from insights on interest rate trends.
• Gain access to tried and tested frameworks for achieving long-term financial security.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
C-Suite: CFO/Chief Financial Officer, CFO of Region (e.g. EMEA), MD, Managing Director, Chief Risk Officer/CRO
VP / SVP /Group Head / Group Director / Director / Global Head of / Head of: Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis, Finance Operations, Divisional Finance, Group Finance Director, Finance and IT, Commercial Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Control & Planning, Internal Audit, Strategy & Portfolio Performance

HOW CAN I JOIN?
Registration is free for finance leaders – all you need to do is complete the form on this page and select this session.

We invite you to attend for the full day of sessions to inform and enrich your finance strategy, however we recognise that your time is precious and you may prefer to choose individual sessions, which interest you and suit your availability.

Our digital format allows you to create a bespoke schedule that complements your diary; all you need to do is select the sessions you want to attend at registration. Plus, you can catch up on any sessions you miss with on demand recordings post-event.

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