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2025 Report on Top Risks

Anticipate and prepare for emerging risks with our expert analysis of global market dynamics and their impact on your business.

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About the research

Our 13th annual Top Risks Survey captured perspectives from board members and executives on macroeconomic, strategic and operational risks in the near and long term.

Global business leaders participated

specific risks evaluated

industries analysed

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Near-term risks

Business leaders ranked critical risks they see on the horizon over the next two to three years. This chart illustrates the top 10 near-term risks worldwide.

The higher the average score, the greater the impact of the risk.

3.11 or higher: Significant impact | 2.70 - 3.10: Potential impact | Less than 2.70: Less significant impact

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Tailored insights

Survey results were examined across eight industries and 12 executive roles.

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Industry (COMING SOON)

The risks that influence an organisation's strategy vary by industry. Our analysis covers the leading risks across eight industries and their relevance to leaders focused on fortifying organisational resilience.

Executive role (COMING SOON)

Risk priorities differ by leadership position within an organisation. We break down the key risks across 12 executive roles to better understand each group’s unique concerns in the shifting global economy.

Register for our 2/25 webinar

In the General Session, our panel will share key takeaways from the report and explore the interconnected nature of emerging risks and their strategic implications. CPE credit is not available for this session.

Register for our 3/5 webinar

Our Internal Audit Session is designed to help internal audit leaders navigate the evolving risk landscape through an open and dynamic discussion. 1 CPE credit is available for live attendance.

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