Nearly Three-Quarters of CFOs Project Double-Digit Growth in 2025: FTI Consulting’s Global CFO Report
FTI Consulting's 2025 Global CFO Report reveals that 72% of CFOs expect revenue growth of 10% or more in the next 12 months. The survey, covering 655 senior finance executives globally, shows 77% of CFOs from companies with revenues over $5 billion remain highly optimistic, while mid-market firms show decreased optimism with 67.5% predicting double-digit growth, down from 76% in 2024.
Key findings include: cybersecurity ranking among top strategic priorities, with 75% of North American CFOs citing cyber attacks as a major challenge; an 11% increase in finance function outsourcing; changing CFO tenure patterns; and 87% of CFOs planning to implement AI tools within 12 months. The report also highlights that 85% of CFOs identify forecasting accuracy as a primary area for improvement.
Il Rapporto Globale CFO 2025 di FTI Consulting rivela che il 72% dei CFO prevede una crescita dei ricavi del 10% o più nei prossimi 12 mesi. Il sondaggio, che ha coinvolto 655 dirigenti finanziari senior a livello globale, mostra che il 77% dei CFO di aziende con ricavi superiori a 5 miliardi di dollari rimane molto ottimista, mentre le aziende di medie dimensioni mostrano un ottimismo in calo, con il 67,5% che prevede una crescita a due cifre, in diminuzione rispetto al 76% nel 2024.
I principali risultati includono: la cybersecurity tra le principali priorità strategiche, con il 75% dei CFO nordamericani che cita gli attacchi informatici come una grande sfida; un aumento dell'11% nell'esternalizzazione delle funzioni finanziarie; cambiamenti nei modelli di durata del mandato dei CFO; e l'87% dei CFO che prevede di implementare strumenti di intelligenza artificiale entro 12 mesi. Il rapporto evidenzia anche che l'85% dei CFO identifica l'accuratezza delle previsioni come un'area principale di miglioramento.
El Informe Global CFO 2025 de FTI Consulting revela que el 72% de los CFO esperan un crecimiento de ingresos del 10% o más en los próximos 12 meses. La encuesta, que abarcó a 655 ejecutivos senior de finanzas a nivel mundial, muestra que el 77% de los CFO de empresas con ingresos superiores a 5 mil millones de dólares se mantiene altamente optimista, mientras que las empresas de tamaño medio muestran un optimismo decreciente, con un 67.5% prediciendo un crecimiento de dos dígitos, en comparación con el 76% en 2024.
Los hallazgos clave incluyen: la ciberseguridad en una de las principales prioridades estratégicas, con el 75% de los CFO nordamericanos citando los ataques cibernéticos como un gran desafío; un aumento del 11% en la externalización de funciones financieras; cambios en los patrones de mandato de los CFO; y el 87% de los CFO planeando implementar herramientas de IA dentro de 12 meses. El informe también destaca que el 85% de los CFO identifica la precisión en la previsión como un área principal de mejora.
FTI Consulting의 2025 글로벌 CFO 보고서에 따르면, 72%의 CFO가 향후 12개월 내에 10% 이상의 수익 성장을 예상하고 있다고 합니다. 655명의 고위 재무 임원을 대상으로 한 설문 조사 결과, 5억 달러 이상의 수익을 올리는 회사의 CFO 중 77%가 여전히 매우 낙관적이다는 것이 밝혀졌습니다. 반면, 중견기업의 경우 67.5%가 두 자릿수 성장을 예상하며 2024년의 76%에서 감소했습니다.
주요 발견 사항으로는 사이버 공격을 주요 도전 과제로 언급한 북미 CFO가 75%인 가운데 사이버 보안이 주요 전략적 우선 순위 중 하나로 꼽혔으며, 재무 기능 아웃소싱이 11% 증가했습니다. CFO의 재임 기간 패턴 변화와 함께 87%의 CFO가 12개월 이내에 AI 도구를 구현할 계획이라고 보고되었습니다. 또한 85%의 CFO가 예측 정확성을 주요 개선 영역으로 식별하고 있습니다.
Le Rapport Global CFO 2025 de FTI Consulting révèle que 72% des CFO s'attendent à une croissance des revenus de 10% ou plus au cours des 12 prochains mois. L'enquête, qui a couvert 655 hauts responsables financiers dans le monde entier, montre que 77% des CFO d'entreprises dont les revenus dépassent 5 milliards de dollars demeurent très optimistes, tandis que les entreprises de taille intermédiaire affichent un optimisme en baisse, avec 67,5% prévoyant une croissance à deux chiffres, contre 76% en 2024.
Parmi les principales conclusions figurent : la cybersécurité figurant parmi les priorités stratégiques majeures, avec 75% des CFO nord-américains citant les cyberattaques comme un défi majeur ; une augmentation de 11% de l'externalisation des fonctions financières ; des changements dans les modèles de durée de mandat des CFO ; et 87% des CFO prévoyant de mettre en œuvre des outils d'IA dans les 12 mois. Le rapport souligne également que 85% des CFO identifient la précision des prévisions comme un domaine principal à améliorer.
Der 2025 Global CFO Report von FTI Consulting zeigt, dass 72% der CFOs ein Umsatzwachstum von 10% oder mehr in den nächsten 12 Monaten erwarten. Die Umfrage, die 655 leitende Finanzmitarbeiter weltweit umfasst, zeigt, dass 77% der CFOs von Unternehmen mit einem Umsatz von über 5 Milliarden US-Dollar sehr optimistisch bleiben, während mittelständische Unternehmen einen Rückgang des Optimismus aufweisen, da nur noch 67,5% von einem zweistelligen Wachstum ausgehen, im Vergleich zu 76% im Jahr 2024.
Zu den wichtigsten Ergebnissen gehören: Cybersecurity zählt zu den wichtigsten strategischen Prioritäten, wobei 75% der nordamerikanischen CFOs Cyberangriffe als große Herausforderung ansehen; ein Anstieg der Auslagerung von Finanzfunktionen um 11%; Veränderungen in den Amtszeitmustern der CFOs; und 87% der CFOs planen, innerhalb von 12 Monaten KI-Tools zu implementieren. Der Bericht hebt auch hervor, dass 85% der CFOs die Prognosegenauigkeit als ein zentrales Verbesserungsgebiet identifizieren.
- 72% of CFOs project double-digit revenue growth for 2025
- 77% of large company CFOs ($5B+) remain highly optimistic
- 11% increase in finance function outsourcing for operational efficiency
- 87% of CFOs planning AI implementation within 12 months
- Mid-market CFO growth expectations declined from 76% to 67.5% YoY
- 75% of North American CFOs report cyber attacks as major challenge
- 85% of CFOs indicate issues with forecasting accuracy
Insights
The survey reveals striking optimism among CFOs, particularly at large enterprises, with 72% expecting double-digit revenue growth in 2025. This widespread confidence, especially from companies with
The divergence between large and mid-market companies' growth expectations (77% vs 67.5%) highlights a potential market segmentation in growth opportunities. This gap could create strategic advantages for FTI Consulting, as companies seek advisory services to navigate these disparities. The increased focus on AI adoption (87% planning implementation) and cybersecurity priorities signals strong demand for technological transformation services.
For FTI Consulting (FCN), this report strategically positions the company as a thought leader in CFO services while highlighting growing market opportunities. The high percentage of CFOs prioritizing forecasting improvements (85%) and cybersecurity concerns (75% in North America) directly aligns with FCN's service offerings. The trend toward longer CFO tenures and their expanding strategic roles suggests sustained demand for specialized consulting services.
The increasing complexity of CFO responsibilities, coupled with the widespread adoption of AI and emphasis on strategic planning, creates multiple revenue streams for FCN's consulting services. The company's expertise in these areas, combined with the survey's findings of increased outsourcing trends, positions FCN favorably for potential revenue growth in 2025.
The survey's technology insights reveal a transformative shift in finance operations. The 87% commitment to AI tool adoption within 12 months represents an unprecedented technological acceleration in finance departments. This rapid adoption rate, combined with elevated cybersecurity concerns, indicates a significant market opportunity for integrated tech-finance solutions.
The increasing outsourcing trend suggests a growing market for specialized technology service providers. The emphasis on improving forecasting capabilities through technology adoption presents opportunities for advanced analytics and AI-powered financial planning tools. This technological transformation of finance departments is likely to drive substantial investment in digital infrastructure and consulting services throughout 2025.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today announced the release of its 2025 Global CFO Report, which reveals almost three-quarters (
The survey, which collected the views of 655 senior finance executives across North America; Europe, the Middle East and Africa; Asia; and Australia, was conducted by the firm’s Office of the CFO Solutions practice in collaboration with CFO Dive.
More than three-quarters (
Mid-market firms with revenues between
“Despite market volatility and economic pressures, this survey reflects what we’re seeing from our CFO clients: confidence in the ability of their businesses to expand,” said Gina Gutzeit, Global Leader of the Office of the CFO Solutions practice at FTI Consulting. “Additionally, CFO roles have shifted beyond traditional financial stewardship; they are placing more emphasis on strategic planning to help navigate the technological advancements and evolving business models needed to stay competitive.”
Additional insights from the global survey include:
- Cybersecurity was ranked in the top three strategic priorities for CFOs across all regions surveyed. In North America,
75% of respondents say cyber attacks are among their top challenges, leading to investment in robust defenses. - Outsourcing finance functions has increased by
11% from 2024 to 2025. This increase highlights the growing reliance on external capabilities as CFOs seek to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs and improve access to both technology and skills, without sacrificing capacity. - CFO turnover rates are changing. While the majority (
54% ) of respondents still view the average tenure of a CFO at one company to be between three to five years, the number of respondents believing CFO tenure is five years or longer has increased5% from 2024. This shift suggests organizations are valuing strategic leadership from CFOs, especially as they navigate complex challenges and market uncertainty. - CFOs continue to emphasize the importance of improving forecasting capabilities, with
85% identifying forecasting accuracy as a primary area needing improvement. 87% of CFOs stated that they plan to use AI tools within the next 12 months, demonstrating a commitment to leveraging innovative tools that can enhance predictive capabilities.
“Whether it’s navigating their organizations through inflation, supply chain disruption or competitive pressures, the strategic CFO doesn’t sit on the sidelines; they are in the thick of it, driving decisions that shape the future of their organization,” said Alan Numsuwan, an Executive Vice President in FTI Consulting’s Office of the CFO Solutions practice. “As we have seen more and more, CFOs are driving growth through finance-led decision support and taking an increased role in business strategy.”
For more information, read the full survey report here.
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