Cost of Capital, Environment and Finance

Should Companies Retain "Strategic" Cash?

Harvard Business Review

APRIL 16, 2012

This raises the question of whether retaining strategic cash makes economic sense and should be viewed as a legitimate corporate finance tool in today's environment. Arguments for Strategic Cash. Often citing the maxim that "cash is king", CFOs know that strategic cash can enhance shareholder value in various ways. It can: Save Taxes.

Company

Company Cost of Capital Finance Long-term

Providing Earnings Guidance? Think Again

Harvard Business Review

MAY 4, 2012

Less Volatility in Stock Price: The net effect of providing guidance is arguably a less volatile stock price, which can result in a lower beta and a lower cost of capital.

CFO

CFO Metrics Price Depreciation

Leadership Digital

Should Companies Retain "Strategic" Cash?

Providing Earnings Guidance? Think Again

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