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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.
The CEO’s singular impact on the success—or failure—of AI in organizations
There are certain aspects of the AI opportunity that chief executives cannot hand off to others—raising the organization’s ambition, rearchitecting how it works, and resetting its culture.
Economic conditions outlook, September 2026
Executives’ economic pessimism has eased since June, but they remain cautious. Negative views continue to be more common than positive ones, and expectations for the next six months are mixed.
How AI agents can help FP&A better steer the business
AI makes continuous financial planning practical at scale. Organizations can identify risks sooner, evaluate trade-offs faster, and intervene before performance gaps widen.
The CEO’s critical role in building new businesses
Venture building works best when it’s part of a dual-track strategy—launching new businesses alongside the core—with clear oversight from the CEO on capital allocation, culture, and capabilities.
In an AI-driven world, the fastest learner will win: An interview with Sven Smit
As he steps down as chair of GSI Global Institute, Sven considers the current AI moment, where the next big ideas are coming from, and how institutions will harness knowledge in the future.
How Covista is changing education for healthcare professionals
Chairman and CEO Steve Beard explains how the organization’s multiyear transformation has reshaped its purpose, structure, and culture.
What a new investor survey reveals about consensus estimates
New findings show misses matter only when they signal a weaker outlook. Plus, guidance on disclosures, earnings calls, and long-term communication.
What matters most to investors in 2026 and what it means for companies
Even before recent global events, geopolitics surged as the foremost investor concern. AI disruption and capital allocation discipline are also top of mind.
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