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Cash Flow – The Definitive Measure of Financial Success

by Pieter le Roux | Oct 17, 2023 | waucash, waufm, waufx, waunotes, wautreasury, wauweekly

In the world of business, where financial success is the ultimate goal, it’s easy to get lost in the labyrinth of financial documents and metrics. While balance sheets and income statements are undoubtedly crucial, they may not always unveil the true financial...

The Treasury Function: what is it and why is it so important to get it right?

by David Irish | Aug 8, 2023 | waucash, waufx, waunotes, wautreasury, wauweekly

Treasury functions within a business is responsible for managing the company’s financial assets and liabilities. It encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including cash management, liquidity planning, investment management, risk management, debt...

Reliable Cash Flow Forecasting

by David Irish | May 23, 2023 | waucash, waumonthly, waunotes, wautreasury

A comprehensive and accurate cash flow forecast is crucial for the financial health and stability of any business. It provides valuable insights into the timing and availability of cash, allowing organizations to make informed decisions, plan for contingencies, and...

Will the king be overthrown?

by Sean Tweedie | May 4, 2023 | waucash, waumonthly, waunotes, wautreasury

Over the past few weeks, many major news channels have been talking about the end of the dollar’s reserve currency status. This is a trend that occurs when the value of the dollar falls, and it has been suggested numerous times over the past few decades. This time...

Have we reached the peak of the interest rate cycle?

by Madeleen van Schalkwyk | Apr 5, 2023 | waumonthly, waunotes, wautreasury

The South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) decision to hike interest rates by 50 basis points (bps) brings the repo rate to a 15-year high of 7.75%. Subsequently, the prime lending rate has increased to 11.25%, the highest it has been since the global financial crisis...