In this articleGSUNPNSCEAA Goldman Sachs logo is displayed on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, on Wednesday, August 11, 2010. Ramin Talaie | Corbis Historical | Getty ImagesThe global mergers and acquisitions boom that defined 2025 is carrying into 2026, as companies reassess their portfolios and artificial intelligence-led demand fuels large-scale transactions. However, a tightening capital pool is forcing executives to be more selective than ever.Despite a sluggish start as Trump ...

OpenAI is enlisting some of the world’s biggest consulting firms in its fight to dominate the enterprise AI market.Today the AI company announced partnerships with Boston Consulting Group, McKinsey & Co., Accenture, and Capgemini that will see the consulting firms helping sell and implement OpenAI’s new Frontier AI agent platform. The consultants will help their clients redesign workflows; integrate AI agents with software tools and systems; help clients with change management; and provide industry-specifi ...

This story was originally published on CFO.com. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily CFO.com newsletter. The Trial Balance is CFO.com’s weekly preview of stories, stats and events to help you prepare. Part 1 — OpenAI finds ‘Frontier Alliances’ in revenue push OpenAI announced on Monday that it has entered into multi-year partnerships with Accenture, Boston Consulting Group, Capgemini and McKinsey & Company, formalizing a consulting ecosystem around its new enterprise platform a ...

Ripple’s closest Asian partner and long-term XRP bull SBI Holdings has announced a plan to issue around $65 million worth of onchain bonds. The bonds will pay their owners a fixed interest rate of between 1.85% and 2.45%, to be paid half-yearly. And the bonds will provide their owners with $1.29 worth of XRP for every $645 worth of the bonds they own. The company said the bonds will be issued in March and will mature in early 2029. Both Ripple and consulting firms like the Boston Consulting Group have ...

S&P Global Appoints Chief Strategy Officer for Mobility Global Completing New Executive Leadership Team [Accessibility Statement] Skip NavigationMartin Metzker to lead Strategy, Communications and Enterprise Marketing for Mobility Global in preparation for its planned separation into a standalone public companyNEW YORK, Feb. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) today announced the appointment of Martin Metzker as Chief Strategy Officer of S&P Global Mobility ("Mobility Global"), effective immedi ...

Appointments and Changes - General Motors appointed Claudia Gast as deputy CFO and vice president of strategy, corporate development, and technology partnerships, effective March 1, reporting to CEO Mary Barra and CFO Paul Jacobson [2] - Warby Parker named Adrian Mitchell as the new finance chief, succeeding Dave Gilboa, who held the role on an interim basis [3] - Designer Brands appointed Sheamus Toal as executive vice president, CFO, and principal financial officer, effective February 16, replacing Mark Haley, who will return to his previous role [5] Leadership Transitions - Claudia Gast joins GM from Lucid Motors, where she was senior vice president of strategy and business development, and has prior experience at AM General and Global Technology Acquisition Corp [2] - Adrian Mitchell has a background that includes roles at Macy's, Boston Consulting Group, Arhaus, and Crate & Barrel [3] - Stephanie Lemmerman was dismissed from her role as CFO at Kraken ahead of a planned U.S. IPO, moving into a strategic advisory role, with Robert Moore now serving as deputy CFO [4]

Core Insights - Economic anxiety and concerns about artificial intelligence are influencing workplace dynamics, leading to a greater emphasis on emotional intelligence among employees [3][4] - Creating a psychologically safe workplace is linked to increased motivation, happiness, and employee retention [3] Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace - Emotional intelligence is recognized as a critical leadership capability that fosters trust, psychological safety, and long-term organizational effectiveness [5] - Competencies such as strong communication skills and adaptability are rooted in emotional intelligence and significantly impact workplace effectiveness and professional success [5] Impact on Education and Career Readiness - Developing emotional intelligence equips individuals to manage stress, communicate effectively, and make thoughtful decisions in complex situations, thus supporting academic achievement and professional growth [6] - Graduates with strong emotional intelligence skills have a competitive edge in the workforce, as they can communicate clearly, adapt to change, and navigate complex interpersonal dynamics [6]

Core Insights - The report by Boston Consulting Group, Heidrick & Struggles, and INSEAD examines how boards in emerging markets are adapting governance practices amid increasing uncertainty and complexity [1][2] Governance Challenges - Boards in emerging markets face compounded pressures from global and local factors, including geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, and technological changes, which intensify existing domestic challenges [3] - The nature of uncertainty has evolved, becoming broader, faster-moving, and driven by "unknown unknowns," making traditional risk management approaches less effective [2] Opportunities for Improvement - Despite the challenges, boards are enhancing foundational governance practices such as role clarity, risk oversight, and contingency planning, while also focusing on trust, culture, and collective behavior [4] - The report highlights the importance of board composition and quality of debate, suggesting that diversity and independence can improve the ability to anticipate risks and opportunities [6] Broader Impact - Boards in emerging markets can play a significant role beyond their companies by engaging with regulators and industry peers to strengthen governance standards and contribute to institutional resilience [5] - Effective governance is framed as a corporate responsibility that also supports broader economic and societal stability [5] Practical Framework - The report concludes with a framework for boards to assess their readiness for high uncertainty, focusing on hard levers (structure and process), soft levers (trust and behavior), and ecosystem stewardship [7]

This story was originally published on CFO.com. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily CFO.com newsletter. Do large businesses have too many banking relationships? A new report out of fintech provider Adyen and Boston Consulting Group seems to suggest so. In a survey of 300 CFOs, treasurers and other finance leaders, researchers found that, on average, enterprise businesses bank with five to six financial institutions. They also manage more than 40 separate accounts, according to ...

Group 1 - PwC has been authorized to resume pitching for work with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) after a temporary ban was lifted [1][2] - The ban, which was imposed last year, restricted PwC from securing new advisory and consulting contracts with the PIF and its subsidiaries, but did not affect its audit work [2] - PwC generated £1.97 billion in revenue from the Middle East for the 12 months ending June 30, 2024, indicating strong demand for consulting services in the region [3] Group 2 - The lifting of the ban aligns with Saudi Arabia's expansion program, which has increased demand for consulting and advisory services, benefiting firms like McKinsey & Co. and Boston Consulting Group [3] - PwC has made significant investments in Saudi Arabia, including the opening of a large office in Riyadh that serves as its regional headquarters [3] - Laura Hinton has been appointed as the new senior partner for the region, succeeding Hani Ashkar [4]