Episodes

  • The Treasury Technology Tipping Point with Royston Da Costa
    Nov 25 2024

    In this episode, Craig Jeffery and Royston Da Costa discuss the tipping point for treasury management systems (TMSs). They explore whether TMS providers will embrace new technologies, including AI, to offer enhanced services to their customers or stick with more legacy, inflexible technology structures. Listen in to learn more.

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    18 mins
  • Coffee Break Session #122: What Are Floating Rates?
    Nov 21 2024

    In this episode, Craig Jeffery explains floating interest rates — what they are, the factors that influence them, and how they compare to fixed rates. Listen in to learn more.

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    9 mins
  • Making Payments Intelligent: The Paradigm Shift
    Nov 18 2024

    In this episode, Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner of Strategic Treasurer, and John Rubinetti, President, B2B Payments at Deluxe, discuss the evolution of payments modernization. They explore how banks are shifting from isolated automation to end-to-end solutions, prioritizing data insights, speed, and collaboration. Listen in to learn more.

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    27 mins
  • Generative AI’s Impact on Treasury: Workplace, Cashflow Forecasting, and Cybersecurity
    Nov 11 2024

    In this episode, Craig Jeffery and Royston Da Costa explore the impact of generative AI in the workplace, with a focus on large language models (LLMs) and tools like ChatGPT. They discuss how AI is transforming cashflow forecasting, enhancing cybersecurity, and strengthening risk management. Listen in to learn more.

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    28 mins
  • Coffee Break Session #121: What is OCI?
    Nov 7 2024

    In this episode, Craig Jeffery breaks down OCI — what it stands for, how it differs from net income, and why it’s crucial for treasurers. Listen in to understand the impact of OCI on financial strategy.

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    10 mins
  • Managing Geopolitical Risks in Treasury
    Nov 4 2024

    In this episode, Craig Jeffery of Strategic Treasurer and Sourabh Verma of ION Treasury discuss the critical role of geopolitical risk management in treasury. They explore the impact of major geopolitical events like elections, military conflicts, and trade agreements on financial operations and risk exposure. Listen in to learn more.

    Learn more at: https://iongroup.com/treasury/

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    25 mins
  • Short-Term Investing Series by Federated Hermes - Part 4: Election and Fed Actions: The Interaction of Fiscal and Monetary Policy
    Oct 28 2024

    In this episode of the Short-Term Investing Series with Federated Hermes on the Treasury Update Podcast, experts from Federated Hermes, Sue Hill, John Mosko and Steve Chiavarone, join Craig Jeffery to discuss the intersection of fiscal and monetary policy amid recent Fed rate cuts and the impending elections. They explore how the Fed’s adjustments to interest rates and possible election outcomes could shape market expectations, inflation, and policy changes.

    Speakers:

    Craig Jeffery, Managing Partner at Strategic Treasurer

    Susan Hill, CFA - Head of Government Liquidity Group, Senior Portfolio Manager, Senior Vice President, Federated Investment Management Company

    John Mosko - Senior Vice President, Liquidity Management Division, Federated Securities Corp.

    Steve Chiavarone - Head of Multi Asset Group, Senior Vice President, Senior Portfolio Manager, & Equity Strategist

    Visit federatedhermes.com for more information.

    Views are those of Federated Investment Management Company as of 10/28/24 and are subject to change based on market conditions and other factors. These views should not be construed as a recommendation for any specific security or sector. Due to various risks and uncertainties, actual events, results or actual performance may differ materially from that reflected or contemplated in any forward-looking statements. Nothing contained herein may be relied upon as a guarantee, or a representation of the future. Duration is a measure of a security’s price sensitivity to changes in interest rates. Securities with longer durations are more sensitive to changes in interest rates than securities of shorter durations. Bond prices are sensitive to changes in interest rates and a rise in interest rates can cause a decline in their prices. Federated Hermes is not affiliated with Strategic Treasurer. Although the information provided in this presentation has been obtained from sources which Federated Hermes believes to be reliable, it does not guarantee accuracy of such information, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.

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    34 mins
  • What’s Happening at AFP 2024?
    Oct 21 2024

    Join us as we gear up for AFP 2024 in Nashville! Hear from Jonathan, Craig, and Ky as they share what’s in store for this year’s event. They discuss key takeaways to look for at AFP, including payment growth, fraud prevention, AI, and networking tips for making the most of the event.

    Get ready to connect, learn, and engage at AFP 2024. We hope to see you in Nashville!

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    9 mins