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Key Takeaways from AFP 2024: Treasury Trends and Decarbonizing Cash
Last week, the national AFP 2024 conference wrapped up, bringing together the brightest minds in corporate finance and treasury. CNote was proud to participate, hosting a pivotal presentation alongside Xylem and Block titled “Decarbonizing Cash: Treasurers are Key in Cutting Climate Emissions. During this session, CNote’s CEO, Cat Berman, moderated a discussion on the role…
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Empowering Communities to Rebuild: CNote’s Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program
CNote’s Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program aims to bridge that gap, providing support through loans and insured deposits to community financial institutions that help these communities rebuild and prepare for future challenges.
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Election Season Playbook: How Corporate Treasurers Can Manage Uncertainty
As the U.S. approaches another election cycle, corporate treasurers are prepared for a period marked by heightened uncertainty and cautious decision-making. Election periods often bring the potential for significant policy shifts, market volatility, and broader economic disruptions, making it crucial for treasurers to adopt a proactive approach to managing financial risks. A Time of Pause…
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Unlocking Investor Contribution: How CDFIs Can Enhance Impact Through Capital Deployment
The CDFI industry has grown significantly in the past decade, in both the number of CDFIs and the capital providers helping supply the industry with crucial lending capital. For CDFIs and capital providers, scarce resources require them to consider investment decisions carefully. Determining investor contribution can help CDFIs and capital providers target their capital most…
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How Corporate Treasurers Can Approach Cash Management Solutions
Corporate treasurers play a vital role in managing a company’s cash holdings, ensuring that deposits are secure, accessible, and positioned to generate returns. In today’s economic landscape, the need for secure, impact-aligned deposit strategies is more pressing than ever. Treasurers often face the challenge of balancing capital preservation, liquidity, and return—while also fulfilling corporate mandates…
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The Field of Yield: A New Land Where Yields Run High
In the dynamic world of corporate finance, treasurers are continually seeking secure and high-yield deposit options. Among these, credit unions stand out for offering some of the most competitive rates available. This article delves into the benefits of including credit unions in your corporate financial strategy and presents compelling reasons why they should be a…
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“We Mean Now”: Why Next-Day Liquidity Has Become the Common Currency
In today’s rapidly changing financial landscape, the phrase “we mean now” has taken on new significance. The demand for next-day liquidity is no longer a niche requirement but has become the common currency for corporate treasurers and financial managers. This shift is driven by market uncertainty, economic volatility, and the need for businesses to maintain…
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Climate Cash™ – Support a Sustainable Future with Deposits
In today’s rapidly changing world, the urgency to address climate change has never been greater. Cash managers are increasingly seeking opportunities that not only promise financial returns but also contribute to a sustainable future. CNote’s Climate Cash™ is designed to meet this dual objective, offering a unique solution that supports environmental initiatives while delivering competitive…
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How Community Investment Can Make a Difference
Community investment can play a pivotal role in addressing water crises like the one in Jackson, Mississippi. By channeling funds into projects that improve water infrastructure, investors can help ensure that residents have access to safe, clean water. Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and other impact-focused financial entities are well-positioned to drive these investments, leveraging…
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Impact Cash® – Making A Difference With Your Dollars
In a world where social and economic inequalities are increasingly visible, there is a growing demand for options that drive positive social change. CNote’s Impact Cash® offers a unique opportunity to support initiatives that empower underserved communities and foster economic inclusion. What is Impact Cash®? Impact Cash® directs funds into Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs),…