With widening income disparities shaping consumer behavior, chief financial officers are reevaluating pricing models and product portfolios to remain accessible across different market segments. This strategic shift is especially relevant during the holiday season, as companies navigate a complex economic environment marked by uneven spending power. In this edition of CFO Briefing, insights are shared from finance executives in consumer-facing industries on how they’re adapting to changing demand patterns. Additionally, Gabriel Moura of Itau Unibanco offers perspective on Brazil’s current economic climate, interest rate trends, and the potential impact of upcoming elections on financial markets. His analysis underscores the importance of macroeconomic stability in shaping corporate planning.
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Affordability Is the Buzzword for CFOs, Too
The growing income divide is prompting executives to think about pricing and product mix. Plus, Itau Unibanco’s Gabriel Moura on the Brazilian economy, rates and the upcoming elections. n nWelcome to CFO Briefing, a newsletter dedicated to corporate finance and what leaders need to know. This week, I talk to consumer-facing CFOs about their strategies for the holiday season at a time when the economic picture is mixed, and connect with Itau Unibanco’s Gabriel Moura.