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Nearly Three-Quarters of CFOs Project Double-Digit Growth in 2025: FTI Consulting's Global CFO Report
FCNFTI sulting(FCN) Newsfilter·2025-01-21 12:30

Global CFO Sentiment and Expectations - Nearly three-quarters (72%) of CFOs expect revenue growth of 10% or more over the next 12 months [1] - More than three-quarters (77%) of CFOs from larger companies (revenues > 5billion)remainhighlyoptimisticaboutrevenuegrowthduetosupplychainimprovementsandfavorablemarketconditions[3]−Mid−marketfirms(revenuesbetween5 billion) remain highly optimistic about revenue growth due to supply chain improvements and favorable market conditions [3] - Mid-market firms (revenues between 100 million and 1billion)showadeclineinoptimism,withonly67.51 billion) show a decline in optimism, with only 67.5% of CFOs predicting double-digit growth for 2025, down from 76% in 2024, attributed to rising costs, increased competition, and talent shortages [4] CFO Role Evolution and Strategic Priorities - CFO roles have expanded beyond traditional financial stewardship, with increased emphasis on strategic planning to navigate technological advancements and evolving business models [5] - CFOs are actively driving growth through finance-led decision support and taking a more significant role in business strategy [6] - Cybersecurity is ranked among the top three strategic priorities for CFOs globally, with 75% of North American respondents citing cyber attacks as a top challenge [8] - CFOs are increasingly investing in AI tools, with 87% planning to use AI within the next 12 months to enhance predictive capabilities [8] Operational Trends and Challenges - Outsourcing of finance functions has increased by 11% from 2024 to 2025, reflecting a growing reliance on external capabilities to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs [8] - CFO turnover rates are shifting, with a 5% increase in respondents believing CFO tenure is five years or longer, indicating organizations value strategic leadership from CFOs in navigating complex challenges [8] - Forecasting accuracy remains a critical area for improvement, with 85% of CFOs identifying it as a primary focus [8] Company Overview - FTI Consulting is a global business advisory firm with over 8,300 employees across 34 countries, generating 3.49 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2023 [7]