Survey Reveals Global CEOs' Confidence in Corporate Revenue Growth for 2026 Hits Five-Year Low
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 20 2026
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Source: aastocks
CEO Confidence: The 2026 Global CEO Survey by PwC reveals that only 30% of CEOs are confident about revenue growth in the next year, the lowest confidence level in five years.
Business Risks: 20% of CEOs believe their companies are highly vulnerable to trade tariff losses, while one-third see cyber risks as a significant threat, and 42% are worried about the effects of rapid technological change.
China's Export Growth: China's year-over-year exports for December increased to 6.6%, surpassing the previous value of 5.9% and exceeding the forecast of 3%.
Economic Outlook: The survey highlights a cautious economic outlook among CEOs, reflecting concerns over various risks impacting their businesses.
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.
