Trade and AI, growth and climate imperatives, and workplace unity will define the CEO agenda in the year ahead. Here’s a closer look at each dynamic.
Our Latest Insights
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Our Insights
January 16, 2025
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Biopharma
January 8, 2025
The companies that thrive will focus on their core areas to drive innovation and efficiency while accelerating speed and agility.
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M&A, Transactions, and PMI
January 15, 2025
The M&A landscape remains complex, even as the broader outlook for dealmaking this year appears promising.
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International Trade
January 16, 2025
The impact could be rapid and significant. Scenario-based planning is critical to being ready to act.
Local Leadership
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