CEO Outlook: Cautious Optimism Amid Economic and Technology Changes
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38% of CEOs surveyed are optimistic about economic strength, up from 18% last year, but 45% still expect an economic decline.
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45% of CEOs worry their company won't survive the next 10 years without major changes due to AI, climate change, and other pressures.
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74% think AI will significantly transform their business model in 3 years, but 69% say workers need more training to leverage AI.
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Nearly 1/3 of CEOs expect climate change to shift operations over next 3 years, but only 45% have accounted for climate risk in finances.
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Innovation like AI is seen as an opportunity, but also a threat if not managed properly to train workers and communicate with the public.