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Financial Directions - UK finance managers say IFRS costs more than it delivers.

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(From Financial Director)

Investing in compliance

Nearly three-quarters (74%) of UK finance managers would be more likely to invest in companies that comply fully with IFRS than those that don't, compared with only 52% of French respondents. But 62% of UK finance managers still believe that the cost of compliance with IFRS outweighs the benefits, according to Robert Half. www.robert half. co.uk

Strike a balance

More than half (53%) of respondents to a survey by the Department of Trade and Industry say that being in control of their work-life balance is a crucial factor affecting their productivity, with 75% admitting they would prefer to work for an employer that provided flexible working opportunities. While in the workplace, 78% believe regular feedback and praise, and 67% feel that involvement in business decisions keeps them motivated and productive. www.dti.gov.uk/bestpractice

Divestment issues

While 83% of companies worldwide believe divestments are important for enhancing competitive advantage - nearly as important as M&A (89%) - only 42% of companies have a divestment strategy and 71% believe that more than half the value of a divestment is not realised, according to PwC. ...

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