Indian CEOs Show High Confidence in Growth Strategies, EY Survey Reveals

The latest EY-Parthenon CEO Outlook Survey reveals that Indian CEOs are significantly more optimistic than their global counterparts, scoring 82 on the confidence index compared to 73.5. A remarkable 90% of Indian CEOs believe that investments in existing operations and mergers and acquisitions are crucial for growth, while 86% recognize emerging technologies as key investment priorities. The survey emphasizes the importance of successful AI adoption and workforce upskilling, with 90% of CEOs agreeing that these will define industry leaders. Additionally, the top priorities for these CEOs include improving customer engagement and retention (20%), enhancing employee engagement (18%), and reducing costs (16%). Despite their optimism, 96% of CEOs express concern about escalating geopolitical instability. Overall, the findings underscore the resilience and adaptability of Indian businesses amidst global uncertainties.