KPMG says 70% of business leaders see rising risk exposure
In short
KPMG said 70% of global business leaders see rising risk exposure because of AI and geopolitical disruptions. It also said 56% expect outside shocks to hit operations, costs, or performance in the next three to five years.
The report points to risks from geopolitics, energy, cyber, trade, and climate issues. It does not name which companies were surveyed or which firms face the biggest impact.
What the reporting says
KPMG reported that 70% of global business leaders see rising risk exposure amid AI and geopolitical disruptions, with 56% saying external shocks could severely disrupt operations or materially affect costs and performance over the next three to five years. The summary points to geopolitical, energy, cyber, trade and climate risks, but it does not identify the sample size or named companies affected. The immediate consequence is a heightened focus on resilience planning.
Why it matters
KPMG’s reported survey shows many global business leaders expect more risk from AI and geopolitical disruptions, and 56% see outside shocks as a serious threat to operations and costs over the next three to five years. The cited risk areas include energy, cyber, trade and climate factors. The source does not give the survey size or name affected companies, so the scope is broad but not fully specified.