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2026 KPMG US CEO Outlook Pulse Survey

KPMG

March 2026

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The 2026 KPMG US CEO Outlook Pulse Survey features insights from 100 US CEOs at large companies on the key challenges and opportunities in driving business growth. All respondents lead companies with annual revenues over US$500M; more than one-third have more than US$10B in annual revenue.

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What strategies are CEOs using to drive growth amid disruption and uncertainty?
The 2026 KPMG US CEO Outlook Pulse Survey features insights from 100 US CEOs at large companies on the key challenges and opportunities driving business growth. Our research shows that US CEOs are pressing ahead with strategic investments in AI and ambitious M&A plans, despite ongoing economic uncertainty. 

Key challenges shaping the CEO agenda in 2026:
  1. Business outlook
  2. Supply chain strategy
  3. AI strategy
  4. Talent and workforce strategy
  5. Cybersecurity and AI risk

Download the report and review key findings HERE.