Nearly Three-Quarters of CFOs Project Double-Digit Growth in 2025: FTI Consulting's Global CFO Report

Core Insights - The 2025 Global CFO Report by FTI Consulting indicates that 72% of CFOs expect revenue growth of 10% or more in the next 12 months [1][2] Group 1: CFO Optimism and Expectations - 77% of CFOs from larger companies (revenues over $5 billion) are optimistic about revenue growth despite economic pressures [3] - Mid-market firms (revenues between$100 million and $1 billion) show a decline in optimism, with only 67.5% predicting double-digit growth for 2025, down from 76% in 2024 [4] Group 2: Strategic Role of CFOs - CFOs are increasingly involved in strategic planning beyond traditional financial stewardship, focusing on navigating technological advancements and evolving business models [5] - The role of CFOs is shifting towards driving growth through finance-led decision support and business strategy [6] Group 3: Key Challenges and Priorities - Cybersecurity is a top priority for CFOs, with 75% in North America identifying cyber attacks as a major challenge [8] - 85% of CFOs emphasize the need for improved forecasting capabilities, with 87% planning to use AI tools within the next 12 months [8] Group 4: Changes in CFO Tenure and Outsourcing - The perception of CFO tenure is changing, with a 5% increase in respondents believing CFOs will stay five years or longer [8] - Outsourcing of finance functions has increased by 11% from 2024 to 2025, indicating a reliance on external capabilities for operational efficiency [8]