<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" ?>





<rss version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[PwC's CFOdirect]]></title><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf</link><description><![CDATA[CFOdirect content and updates]]></description><copyright><![CDATA[(c) 2000-2009 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. All rights reserved. "PricewaterhouseCoopers" refers to PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership, or as the context requires, the PricewaterhouseCoopers global network or other member firms of the network each of which is a separate and independent legal entity.]]></copyright><language>en-us</language><lastBuildDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 22:00:00 EDT</lastBuildDate><ttl>60</ttl><image><url>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/resources/images/rssbanner2.gif</url><title>CFOdirect Network</title><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf</link></image><skipDays><day>Saturday</day><day>Sunday</day></skipDays><skipHours><hour>6</hour><hour>7</hour><hour>8</hour><hour>9</hour><hour>10</hour><hour>11</hour><hour>12</hour></skipHours><item><title><![CDATA[DataLine 2009-32: The Obama Administration's Five Key Regulatory Reform Proposals]]></title><description><![CDATA[On June 17, 2009, the Obama Administration released "Financial Regulatory Reform, A New Foundation: Rebuilding Financial Supervision and Regulation." The reform proposal seeks to meet five key objectives via sweeping financial regulatory reforms designed to ensure stability in the financial markets. This PwC DataLine briefly describes the five objectives and explains the Administration's proposed methods for achieving these goals.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=AALN-7TKFBF&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=AALN-7TKFBF&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer Pricing and IFRS: Implications of IFRS conversion on cost sharing arrangements]]></title><description><![CDATA[This PwC article addresses the potential impacts that adopting new IFRS accounting policies, particularly those related to revenue and expense recognition, may have on an organization's existing and future cost sharing arrangements (CSAs). Specifically, this article analyzes how adopting new IFRS accounting policies may impact the following key elements of CSAs: the calculation of reasonably anticipated benefits, the application of the commensurate-with-income standard, and the determination of intangible development costs.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TKLPC&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TKLPC&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[FlashLine 2009-26]]></title><description><![CDATA[PwC's weekly accounting and auditing alert. This week's topics include: FASB Officially Launches Accounting Standards Codification...Other FASB Developments...The Obama Administration's Five Key Regulatory Reform Proposals...IASB Requests Input on Feasibility of Expected Loss Model...CAQ Highlights Issues Discussed at April Joint Meeting of SEC Regulations Committee and SEC Staff...PCAOB Adopts Rule Amendment Extending Deadline for First Time Inspection of Certain Non-U.S. Firms...PIOB Issues Fourth Report on Public Interest Oversight...European Commission Considers Adoption of International Standard on Auditing...GASB Issues Two Exposure Drafts on OPEB Measurements and Chapter 9 Bankruptcies]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=AALN-7TDH5X&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=AALN-7TDH5X&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Global Private Banking / Wealth Management Survey 2009]]></title><description><![CDATA[This PwC survey provides insight into the themes and trends impacting the world of wealth management as well as practical suggestions for actions wealth managers should be taking. The survey, which was completed by 238 companies in 40 countries, is split into six underlying sections covering: performance, client service, products and services, talent, operations and technology, and risk management.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=FSAE-7THKKZ&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=FSAE-7THKKZ&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stabilizing and Reviving the Financial System: Employing Guarantee Structures, "Bad Banks," and Other Mechanisms to Combat the Financial Crisis]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we developed our view on stabilizing and reviving the financial system, we decided to focus on ways to potentially enhance a number of current approaches that have been taken around the world to combat the financial crisis rather than to engage in a lengthy critique or propose a "one size fits all" solution. In doing so, we have attempted to develop a more holistic "framework for action," which financial institutions, investors, and policymakers around the world can use to implement ideas and options that make sense within the context of their unique circumstances. This publication provides PwC's point of view and framework for stabilizing and reviving the financial system.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=FSAE-7T9PDP&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=FSAE-7T9PDP&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Point of View: OTC Derivatives - Should all customized derivatives be standardized?]]></title><description><![CDATA[New legislative proposals call for standardizing the terms and conditions required for all derivatives, including customized or over-the-counter OTC contracts. Limiting the flexibility of these contracts may lead to reduced or inadequate corporate risk management. In this Point of View article, PwC instead proposes an alternative, one that protects against systemic risk while enabling companies to prudently manage their business risks.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TJM9D&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TJM9D&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[International Assignment Perspectives - Volume 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[This PwC publication explores current issues requiring the attention of today's HR leaders and tax directors who manage a globally mobile workforce. This compilation, from PwC's International Assignment Services practice, shares fresh perspectives on a number of topics affecting multinational companies, including: Managing mobility in a downturn, expanding into new markets, equity-based compensation in Asia, corporate acquisition, data privacy, IRS and FRC initiatives, and significant tax law changes from calendar year 2008.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TJNCM&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TJNCM&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[FlashLine 2009-25]]></title><description><![CDATA[PwC's weekly accounting and auditing alert. This week's topics include: PwC Issues Q2 Edition of "The Quarter Close"...PwC Highlights Changes Coming to IFRS That Could Affect Pension/OPEB Accounting under U.S. GAAP...PwC Shares Its Views on FASB/IASB Revenue Recognition Discussion Paper...EITF Observer - Highlights of June 18 Meeting...FASB Requests Feedback on Proposed Disclosures about Credit Quality and Credit Losses...Other FASB Developments...IASB Seeks Views on Accounting for 'Own Credit Risk'...IASB Clarifies Accounting for Group Cash-settled Share-based Payment Transactions...IASB Issues Exposure Draft on Management Commentary...Obama Regulatory Reform Plan Calls for Accounting Standard Setters to Make Improvements...Key Dates in July]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=AALN-7T6HRH&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=AALN-7T6HRH&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[PwC's IFRS Webcast Series]]></title><description><![CDATA[PricewaterhouseCoopers offers a monthly series of webcasts focused on IFRS. These live webcasts, each featuring a panel of PwC professionals and IFRS specialists, discuss the topical business and technical issues that companies should be addressing today in anticipation of the inevitable switch from US GAAP to IFRS. <a href="http://www.pwc.com/us/en/cfodirect/redirects/meetpwccom-ifrs0715.html?wt.ac=CFOdirect_IFRS-webcast-series-Exploring-the-revenue-recognition-leasing-discussion-papers"target="_blank"><b><i>Register for PwC's 7/15 IFRS Webcast: Exploring the Revenue Recognition and Leasing Discussion Papers.</a></b></i>]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7HGPHJ&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7HGPHJ&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Future of Manufacturing: Taking a Global Perspective]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is a widespread belief in many high-wage countries that "we don't make anything anymore." According to this myth all manufacturing has either moved to China already, or soon will, with the rest of the world becoming purely service economies. This is not the case, as this report published by PwC UK illustrates. Manufacturing is a global industry, and following a period of increased consolidation, many globally competitive manufacturing companies have operations or headquarters in the UK, while others are directly impacted by events in the UK market as competitors, customers, or suppliers. Many of the issues faced by the UK manufacturing sector are found in similar high-wage, western economies. This PwC UK report raises several questions which make it essential reading beyond UK shores. The report includes a global introduction which explains its importance to global manufacturers across the Industrial Products sectors.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=FSAE-7TANZL&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=FSAE-7TANZL&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Register for PwC's 7/15 IFRS Webcast: Exploring the Revenue Recognition and Leasing Discussion Papers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FASB and IASB have issued Discussion Papers for Revenue Recognition and Leasing. The Revenue Recognition Discussion Paper was open for public comment until June 19, 2009. The Leasing Discussion Paper is open for public comment until July 17, 2009. Aligning U.S. GAAP and IFRS in these areas are two key components of the milestones laid out in the SEC's proposed IFRS roadmap. The proposed changes have major implications for U.S. companies. As such, it is important for companies to be aware of the proposed changes, anticipate the impact, and plan accordingly. Join PwC's webcast on July 15 from 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm when PwC's subject matter experts will provide an overview of the joint FASB/IASB projects, explore the significant differences between the proposals and current standards, explain how companies may be impacted, and discuss actions companies should be taking now.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TC2NV&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TC2NV&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mine: When the Going Gets Tough: Review of Global Trends in the Mining Industry 2009]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the sixth edition of this report, PwC discusses global trends in the mining industry based on an analysis of the financial performance and position of the global mining industry as represented by the 40 largest 40 mining companies by market capitalization. Overall, mining companies benefitted from strong commodity prices in early 2008, but the year was clearly divided into two parts, with the good times quickly turning bad as the global economic crisis took hold in the last quarter and commodity prices went into freefall.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=FSAE-7T4JG4&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=FSAE-7T4JG4&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Quarter Close: A look at this quarter's financial reporting issues -- Second Quarter 2009]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this edition of PwC's quarterly publication designed to keep you informed about the latest accounting and financial reporting issues, we highlight three recently issued FSPs that are effective in Q2, offer some perspectives from early adopters on the new impairment standard for debt securities, and provide some "lessons learned" in applying the new noncontrolling interest standard (FAS 160). Under the heading of "Hot off the press!" we spotlight two new standards that will have broad applicability in the near term: FAS 166 on transfers of financial assets and FAS 167 on consolidations of variable interest entities. And, in "On the horizon," we call your attention to some key EITF issues dealing with revenue recognition.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=AALN-7TAGPM&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=AALN-7TAGPM&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Role of the CFO in Cost Reduction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many CFOs are helping their companies achieve significant and sustainable cost reductions -- are you leading your business through the downturn? The perception of the CFO's role has recently changed from helping the business understand the financial implications of operational decisions to helping the business understand the operational decisions required to improve its financial position. This PwC paper examines how the CFO, as a functional leader, and indeed the finance function as a whole, can provide the compass from which companies will navigate to a more profitable future.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TARAE&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7TARAE&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Behind the Numbers: Medical cost trends for 2010]]></title><description><![CDATA[Medical costs are expected to increase in 2010 by 9%, which is slightly less than recent years; 9.2% in 2009 and 9.9% in 2008. However, these rates still significantly outpace real incomes and the rate of inflation. Reacting to higher medical costs as the economy recovers will require innovative approaches to deal with workers and healthcare stakeholders. This year's PwC report addresses cost trends for the coming year, the impact the recession and promise for reform have had on the healthcare industry, and how businesses are reacting to higher medical costs.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7T6LR4&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=MSRA-7T6LR4&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[EITF Observer: A meeting synopsis - June 2009]]></title><description><![CDATA[At its June 18 meeting, the Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF) discussed five issues. The EITF reached a final consensus on Issue 09-1, "Share Lending Arrangements," a consensus-for-exposure on two issues: Issue 08-1, "Revenue Arrangements with Multiple Deliverables" and Issue 09-3, "Reconsidering the Scope of SOP 97-21" and deferred decisions on Issue 08-9, "Milestone Method of Revenue Recognition" and Issue 09-2, "Research and Development Assets In an Asset Acquisition." This edition of PwC's EITF Observer provides a synopsis of the discussions and decisions reached at the meeting.]]></description><link>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=EDYR-7T746U&amp;rss=true</link><author><![CDATA[webmaster@cfodirect.com]]></author><guid>http://cfodirect.pwc.com/CFODirectWeb/Controller.jpf?ContentCode=EDYR-7T746U&amp;rss=true</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
