With economic confidence at its lowest point in survey history, CFOs face mounting pressure to control costs without slowing strategic investment. While 87% are prioritizing cost reduction, 67% plan to increase spending on technology and digital transformation.
Grant Thornton’s Q2 2026 CFO Survey captures insights from more than 230 senior finance leaders on the strategies shaping finance leadership today — from AI and digital transformation to M&A, talent, and long-term growth.
Download the report to explore:
- Where CFOs are prioritizing investment amid rising uncertainty
- How finance leaders are expanding their focus on AI to drive greater value
- The latest shifts shaping M&A strategy and execution
- Why nearshoring is gaining momentum as 57% of CFOs continue to face talent challenges
- Where the most significant gaps between strategy and execution remain
