CEOs grapple with trade and tariff uncertainty but imperatives for dealmaking remain

Alexia Bădoiu

While escalating market volatility due to shifting trade and tariff policies will likely delay investment decisions, the rationale for dealmaking prevails as CEOs take proactive steps to mitigate the impact and remain competitive. This is according to the latest EY-Parthenon CEO Outlook Survey, which evaluates the views and optimism levels of 1,200 global business leaders at many of the world’s leading companies. The survey finds that 98% of CEO respondents are concerned about tariff increases