Strategy & Operations
Prologis CFO: Warehouse market has 'found its footing,' full-year guidance raised
Industrial real estate giant Prologis raised its full-year earnings guidance after releasing third-quarter results. Company executives noted that despite lingering uncertainties in tariff policy, client decision-making has shifted toward a longer-term horizon, leasing activity is picking up, and the market has 'found its footing.' Third-quarter net earnings per share declined year over year, but revenue grew and occupancy rates rebounded sequentially.
Former Real Brokerage CFO's Pregnancy Discrimination Lawsuit Granted Extended Mediation Period
The pregnancy discrimination and retaliation lawsuit filed by former Real Brokerage Chief Financial Officer Michelle Ressler has been granted additional mediation time. Federal Judge Analisa Torres approved the joint request from both parties, extending the mediation period to October 30, with a requirement to report the mediation results to the court by November 6.
Michigan Proposes Adjustments to CPA Licensure Path Bill, Aiming for Passage This Year
Michigan's CPA licensure reform bill (HB 4893) is expected to accelerate after the budget crisis is resolved. Introduced by State Representative Mark Tisdel, the bill proposes adding a new path requiring a bachelor's degree plus two years of work experience while retaining the existing 150-credit-hour path. Supporters believe this will help alleviate the accounting talent shortage, but the bill needs amendments to align with industry standards such as the Uniform Accountancy Act.
Reduce Risk and Save Costs with ICHRA
Traditional group health insurance often leaves businesses facing runaway costs and budgeting challenges. ICHRA, as an ACA-compliant modern solution, achieves predictable spending through a fixed-contribution model, reduces risk, and delivers a win-win for both employers and employees.
Instant pay? One CFO says no.
After an evaluation, Yooz CFO John Gronen decided not to offer instant pay (earned wage access) benefits to employees next year due to insufficient employee interest. He may revisit this option in 2027.
California Governor Signs CPA Pathway Bill, Breaking the 150-Credit Barrier
California Governor Newsom signed AB 1175, providing an alternative path to CPA licensure that does not require 150 credits, with the new rule taking effect on January 1, 2027.
Power outages trigger supply chain concerns, report reveals energy reliability as new focus
A report released this week by Prologis shows that 89% of global executives experienced energy-related disruptions in the past year, and 83% believe power reliability will drive the next major supply chain crisis. As AI applications push up electricity demand, about three-quarters of surveyed executives expect facility power demand to grow by 10% to 50% over the next five years. The report notes that energy reliability has surpassed tariffs and labor costs to become the top consideration in site selection.
Nike CFO: Tariff costs expected to reach $1.5 billion this year
Nike disclosed during its fiscal 2026 first-quarter earnings call that it expects full-year tariff costs to rise to $1.5 billion, an increase from the previous estimate of $1 billion. Chief Financial Officer Matthew Friend stated that the new reciprocal tariff rates are the main reason for the upward revision. The company reported quarterly revenue of $11.7 billion, up 1% year-over-year, with gross margin declining 320 basis points to 42.2%.
Liquidity Breakthrough Amid Budget Freezes: How CFOs Can Revitalize 'Residual Assets'
U.S. companies are broadly postponing hiring and investment due to tariffs, inflation, and uncertainty, leaving CFOs caught between cutting costs and stalling growth. This article points out that many companies have 'residual assets' lying dormant on their books—equity related to inactive subsidiaries, predecessor entities, or historical acquisitions—with a global market size exceeding $100 billion, and 7 out of 10 mid-to-large enterprises have at least $1 million in monetization opportunities. Oak Point Partners, as a pioneering buyer in this field, has served over 2,000 companies including Fortune 500 firms, and its technology can identify and acquire these assets with low burden and zero disruption, offering CFOs a liquidity solution that does not sacrifice growth.
Building Trustworthy AI: Enterprises Should Focus on AI Readiness and Assurance Systems
Artificial intelligence is helping CFOs and finance teams improve efficiency and productivity, but enterprise-level AI applications hold greater opportunities. KPMG experts point out that unlocking value requires a foundation of trust and accuracy. This article explores the critical role of AI readiness and assurance in reducing risk and driving long-term impact, and introduces the ten pillars of the KPMG Trusted AI framework and the ISO/IEC 42001 standard.