Corporate Finance Explained | Corporate Turnarounds: Rebuilding Financial Health

What happens when a company starts slipping, has declining margins, mounting debt, or cash flow concerns? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we take a closer look at how businesses bounce back from financial distress and the critical role corporate finance teams play in making that happen.

From early warning signs to full-scale restructurings, we break down the strategies, case studies, and financial tactics that fuel real-world corporate turnarounds.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
  • What signals financial trouble before it hits the headlines
  • How finance teams use cash flow stress tests and scenario modeling to guide recovery
  • The difference between cost-cutting and strategic restructuring
  • Why communication and leadership are just as important as balance sheets
  • Case studies from Apple and General Motors’ historic turnarounds
  • Practical insights for FP&A, Treasury, and Strategy professionals navigating uncertainty
Who this episode is for:
This episode is essential for finance professionals in FP&A, Treasury, or Strategy roles who want to better understand turnaround mechanics and strategic problem-solving. It's also valuable for mid-career professionals managing risk, forecasting under pressure, or supporting business transformation.
Corporate Finance Explained | Corporate Turnarounds: Rebuilding Financial Health