HSBC is ‘very positive’ about the future of China’s economy, CFO says

The Hong Kong observation wheel and the HSBC building in Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong. Ucg | Universal Images Group | Getty Images HSBC is “very positive” about the mid- to long-term outlook for the Chinese economy despite current headwinds, the British bank’s chief financial officer told CNBC. Growth in China has been weighed down … Read more

Women CEOs in New Zealand enjoy twice the pay of male counterparts

In 2023, New Zealand had the strongest board representation with more than 40% of female CEOs, according to MSCI. Shannon Fagan | The Image Bank | Getty Images New Zealand is showing the way for women participation in executive roles, as well as compensation, at a time when the rest of the world suffers from … Read more

Pleo appoints new CFO as it looks to get in shape for IPO

The Pleo app pictured on a smartphone next to one of the fintech firm’s corporate cards. Pleo Danish fintech firm Pleo has appointed a new chief financial officer, the company told CNBC exclusively, beefing up its executive team — a sign the company is readying itself for an eventual initial public offering. The company hired … Read more

Airbnb CFO to move to new role with focus on growth, Brian Chesky says

Airbnb Chief Financial Officer Dave Stephenson will transition into a newly created chief business officer role at the company. Airbnb Chief Financial Officer Dave Stephenson, who helped guide the company through Covid-19 tumult and an initial public offering, will transition into a newly created chief business officer role, Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said in a … Read more