Core Insights - The discussion at the Fortune Emerging CFO virtual event highlighted how AI is transforming finance and the evolving role of CFOs [1] AI Implementation and Strategy - AI must align with a company's core strategy, with CFOs defining objectives such as efficiency or effectiveness before targeting finance areas [2] - Companies that deploy AI without a broader plan struggle to capture meaningful enterprise value [2] - Training employees to effectively use AI tools is crucial, as improper use can lead to ineffective outcomes [3] ROI and Adoption - CFOs commonly inquire about the ROI for AI, where to start, and whether to buy or build AI solutions [4] - Early adopters of AI are beginning to see positive returns on investment [4] Real-World Applications - CFOs shared experiences of AI enhancing accuracy, forecasting, and productivity, emphasizing the need for iterative learning and collaboration [5] - Webflow's finance team automated routine policy queries using large language models, allowing for more strategic work [6] - INRIX utilizes AI to analyze over 50 petabytes of mobility data, improving reporting and forecasting accuracy to 95% [8] - Greenlight leverages AI for risk management, contract reviews, and educational content, while also fostering a culture of understanding through hackathons [9] Challenges and Learning - Not all AI use cases succeed, and human oversight remains essential [10] - Early experiments with AI tools may not yield immediate success, but persistence can lead to improved outcomes [10][11]

About AMTD Group AMTD Group is a conglomerate with a core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality sectors. Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation PARIS, NEW YORK and SINGAPORE, Nov. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AMTD IDEA Group ("AMTD IDEA Group") (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB), a NYSE and SGX-ST dual-listed company and a subsidiary of AMTD Group Inc. ("AMTD Group") announced that AMTD Group has entered into voluntary lock-up arrangement in r ...

Company Bankruptcy and Guest Impact - Sa filed for bankruptcy after Marriott terminated a licensing agreement [2] - Guests were evicted with less than 24 hours' notice in some cases [3] - Guests are advised to contact their credit card company for refunds [4][9] - Marriott will support guests currently staying at Sa properties and those with upcoming reservations [4] - Guests booked and paid for new accommodations at their own expense, unsure of refunds [8] Employee Impact - Sa employees were terminated, some finding out through the internet [5][6] - Employees will not receive severance and must apply for unemployment [7] - Employees are owed hours worked and PTO [7] Financial Challenges - Sa faced unexpected challenges with tech integration and a sharp decline in revenue [3]

CorpGov and  IPO Edge are pleased to provide complete video coverage of the fifth annual Palm Beach CorpGov Forum held on Nov. 5-6, featuring a two-day event with panels, firesides and networking receptions. The event comprised an array of speakers from the worlds of corporate governance, activism, IPOs, private equity and venture capital. The panelists discussed how AI could further optimize the underwritings and investment analysis in the real estate and real assets sectors, the importance of accurate d ...

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Core Viewpoint - Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited will report its unaudited financial results for the third quarter of 2025 on November 25, 2025, before U.S. markets open [1]. Company Overview - Atour Lifestyle Holdings Limited is a leading hospitality and lifestyle company in China, recognized as the leading upper midscale hotel chain in the country [3]. - The company has developed a distinct portfolio of lifestyle hotel brands and is the first Chinese hotel chain to create a scenario-based retail business [3]. - Atour is focused on innovation within China's hospitality industry and aims to build new lifestyle brands around its hotel offerings [3]. Conference Call Details - A conference call will be held on November 25, 2025, at 7:00 AM U.S. Eastern time, with a live webcast available on the company's investor relations website [1][2]. - Participants can pre-register for the conference call to receive dial-in numbers and a personal PIN [2].

McLean, Virginia-based Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) operates as a hospitality company that owns, leases, manages, develops, and franchises hotels and resorts. With a market cap of $63.8 billion, Hilton operates through the Management & Franchise and Ownership segments. The hospitality giant has notably lagged behind the broader market over the past year. HLT stock prices have gained 10.7% on a YTD basis and 9.3% over the past 52 weeks, compared to the S&P 500 Index’s ($SPX) 16.4% returns in 2025 a ...

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One of the things that this industry looks vulnerable to or has an opportunity to do is to bring in AI. >> Yes. >> How much are you spending on AI right now.How much do you think it's going to change your business. How does it change your business. >> Yes.I I think we what what we know for certain is that it's going to change the business. Okay. How we are not yet okay as that you haven't figured out yet.>> No, I I I think I think there are obvious areas. You know I I was actually last week Monday morning M ...