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The EY CEO Outlook Pulse survey of 2023, which canvassed the views of 1,200 CEOs across the globe, including 40 from Singapore, found that the vast majority of CEO respondents are bracing for an economic downturn. But views appear split on the length, depth and severity of this downturn.
Over a third of them in Singapore foresee a moderate slowdown in the global economy, while about half of those preparing for a persistent downturn fear a recession worse than the global financial crisis of 2007-08 in terms of its length and severity.
Because of geopolitical challenges, some CEOs are reviewing their investment plans, many contemplating a pause. Yet, securing competitive advantage is still important, with dealmaking of one kind or another remaining a priority for most. Sustainability and talent are also top-of-mind issues: some CEOs are planning to increase investment in sustainability as a core aspect of their strategy and about a third plan to increase their investment in talent, including workforce wellbeing and skills development.
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