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Here’s why some US industrial companies achieve higher multiples
Not every industrial company in a high-growth market earns a higher valuation. The biggest winners consistently combine four management actions.
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The CEO’s singular impact on the success—or failure—of AI in organizations
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There are certain aspects of the AI opportunity that chief executives cannot hand off to others—raising the organization’s...
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Economic conditions outlook, September 2026
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Executives’ economic pessimism has eased since June, but they remain cautious. Negative views continue to be more common than...
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How AI agents can help FP&A better steer the business
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AI makes continuous financial planning practical at scale. Organizations can identify risks sooner, evaluate trade-offs faster,...
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The CEO’s critical role in building new businesses
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Venture building works best when it’s part of a dual-track strategy—launching new businesses alongside the core—with clear oversight...
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In an AI-driven world, the fastest learner will win: An interview with McKinsey’s Sven Smit
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As he steps down as chair of McKinsey Global Institute, Sven considers the current AI moment, where the next big ideas are coming...
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How Covista is changing education for healthcare professionals
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Chairman and CEO Steve Beard explains how the organization’s multiyear transformation has reshaped its purpose, structure, and...
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What a new investor survey reveals about consensus estimates
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New findings show misses matter only when they signal a weaker outlook. Plus, guidance on disclosures, earnings calls, and long-term...
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What matters most to investors in 2026 and what it means for companies
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Even before the Middle East conflict began, geopolitics surged as the foremost investor concern. AI disruption and capital allocation...
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Prudential’s Charles Lowrey on finishing strong as CEO
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Much has been written about a CEO’s first 100 days, but what about the other end of the journey?
The CFO as growth leader: A conversation with Levi’s Harmit Singh
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Levi Strauss & Company’s chief financial and growth officer, Harmit Singh, discusses growth, transformation, and the...
Hilton President and CEO Chris Nassetta on culture, strategy, and reinvention
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