Global CEOs are navigating 2025 with declining confidence in the world economy, as geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty weigh heavily on corporate sentiment.
According to the KPMG 2025 Global CEO Outlook, only 68% of global CEOs are confident in the current trajectory of the world economy, marking the lowest reading in five years.
The findings, based on a survey of 1,350 CEOs across 11 major markets, point to growing caution at the top of global business. Many are directing strategic investment into artificial intelligence, talent development and cybersecurity, as they adjust to a more volatile operating environment.