2026 Chief Legal Officer Survey Released
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 1h ago
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Source: Yahoo Finance
- Expanded Legal Role: The 2026 CLO Survey reveals that 84% of 1,049 CLOs now report directly to CEOs, indicating a growing importance of legal functions in corporate strategy.
- AI and Technology Expectations: 47% of CLOs report that CEOs expect them to develop technology and AI proficiency, signaling a shift towards higher-value work, with 63% expecting stable headcount in their departments.
- Transformation Challenges Amid Constraints: 35% of CLOs cite budget and resource constraints as major barriers to success, yet they are still expected to lead AI-driven transformations despite these limitations.
- Rising Geopolitical Risks: 30% of CLOs prioritize trade and tariffs, reflecting increased concern over geopolitical risks, with nearly half of legal departments allocating more resources to adapt to changes driven by new government policies.
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Analyst Views on FCN
Wall Street analysts forecast FCN stock price to fall over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for FCN is 165.00 USD with a low forecast of 165.00 USD and a high forecast of 165.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
2 Analyst Rating
1 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 179.240
Low
165.00
Averages
165.00
High
165.00
Current: 179.240
Low
165.00
Averages
165.00
High
165.00
About FCN
FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory company. The Company’s segment includes Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment focuses on the strategic, operational, financial, transactional and capital needs of its clients; Forensic and Litigation Consulting segment provides law firms, companies, government entities and other interested parties with a multidisciplinary and independent range of services in risk and investigations and disputes; Economic Consulting segment provides law firms, companies, and government entities with analyzes of economic issues for use in international arbitration and legal and regulatory proceedings and strategic decision-making and public policy debates; Technology segment provides companies, law firms, private equity firms and government entities with a portfolio of digital insights and risk management consulting and data services, and Strategic Communications segment provides corporate reputation, financial communications and public affairs.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
2026 Chief Legal Officer Survey Released
- Expanding Legal Role: The 2026 CLO Survey reveals that 30% of 1,049 global CLOs prioritize trade and tariffs, indicating rising geopolitical risks and the rapid expansion of the CLO role to navigate complex business environments.
- Increased AI Expectations: 47% of CLOs report that CEOs now expect them to develop technology and AI proficiency, with 63% anticipating stable headcount while focusing on upskilling existing teams through AI-driven efficiency, highlighting the growing importance of tech fluency.
- Transformation Demands Amid Constraints: CLOs are expected to lead AI-driven transformations, yet 35% cite budget and resource constraints as major barriers to success, indicating significant challenges in achieving their strategic goals under tight resources.
- Record CEO Reporting Levels: A record 84% of CLOs now report directly to CEOs, up 5% from last year, while direct reporting to boards has decreased from 7% to 1%, underscoring the increasing significance of CLOs in corporate strategy.
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2026 Chief Legal Officer Survey Released
- Expanded Legal Role: The 2026 CLO Survey reveals that 84% of 1,049 CLOs now report directly to CEOs, indicating a growing importance of legal functions in corporate strategy.
- AI and Technology Expectations: 47% of CLOs report that CEOs expect them to develop technology and AI proficiency, signaling a shift towards higher-value work, with 63% expecting stable headcount in their departments.
- Transformation Challenges Amid Constraints: 35% of CLOs cite budget and resource constraints as major barriers to success, yet they are still expected to lead AI-driven transformations despite these limitations.
- Rising Geopolitical Risks: 30% of CLOs prioritize trade and tariffs, reflecting increased concern over geopolitical risks, with nearly half of legal departments allocating more resources to adapt to changes driven by new government policies.
Continue Reading