McKinsey on Finance, Number 82
Perspectives for CFOs and other finance leaders
Articles in this issue
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2023, a testing year: Will the macro-scenario range widen or narrow?
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Will the world move to solve its structural problems and make superior short-term choices? Yes or no: that’s the first question on the test.
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Navigating inflation: A new playbook for CEOs
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Few chief executives have faced the challenge of leading a company through an inflationary spike like today’s. Lessons from strong leaders and bold action can help CEOs make the decisions that only they can make.
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Why you can’t tread water when inflation is persistently high
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Inflation destroys value across almost every industry. When high inflation is persistent, companies that merely maintain the same margins and returns are likely to destroy value.
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Markets versus textbooks: Calculating today’s cost of equity
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Inflation is high and interest rates are climbing. But if you think the real cost of equity rises in lockstep with government bond yields, think again.
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Communicating headwinds and tailwinds
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Investor relations should always address business-critical headwinds and tailwinds. But which do companies refer to more—and how does that choice affect market performance?
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Does ESG really matter—and why?
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Although valid questions have been raised about ESG, the need for companies to understand and address their externalities is likely to become essential to maintaining their social license.
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Five insights for public company CFOs from private equity
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CFOs of public companies can draw enormous insight from PE’s focused, proactive approach to value creation—but they have to take the initiative themselves. Here are five lessons to get started.