CEO Opinions

The demand for AI chips is expected to drive growth in the semiconductor sector in the coming years, according to the CEO of a major supplier to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). The CEO dismissed concerns that investors may have overestimated the speed and scale of spending on artificial intelligence...

A recent EY CEO Outlook Pulse survey, which included 1,200 executives worldwide and introduced a new Global CEO Confidence Index, reveals that CEOs around the globe maintain a positive outlook on economic growth over the next 12 months. Nearly 69% of surveyed CEOs expressed optimism about the global economic landscape...

Anyone growing a business is going to make mistakes. Despite the best planning, they still happen. But there are certain growth mistakes that I see happen far more often than they should. As a consultant who has worked with countless business owners to ensure their business sees the kind of...

In the rapidly changing world of business, understanding how employees feel is becoming a top priority for HR professionals. A recent survey conducted by Umwelt reveals that a striking 80% of HR leaders see tremendous value in analyzing employee sentiment. This widespread approval underscores the importance of artificial intelligence in...

Burnout, defined by the World Health Organization in 2019 as an "occupational phenomenon" marked by exhaustion, decreased professional effectiveness, and feelings of negativity or detachment from one’s job, remains a significant concern in the modern workforce. According to Inc.'s 2024 CEO survey, burnout was the most prevalent challenge, with 49%...

A recent survey by Indeed found that more than one-third (35%) of millennial and Gen Z workers in the U.S. admitted to discussing politics at work, while 44% reported hearing others engage in such conversations. However, 54% of those surveyed expressed discomfort with political discussions occurring in meetings. A 2024...

When CEOs of Inc. 5000 companies seek new sales talent, they aren't just looking for candidates with a long resume. While experience and existing relationships have their place, attributes like drive, competitiveness, and cultural fit often take precedence. According to Inc.'s annual CEO Survey, 45% of CEOs of Inc. 5000...

BHP's CEO, Mike Henry, expressed his belief that China's property market is poised for a recovery in the coming year, supported by recent government interventions. Although he acknowledged the property sector's current challenges as a "weak point" for steel demand, Henry remained confident in the Chinese government's recent policy measures...

Was that Groupthink I just witnessed? If not in your executive team, what about the teams that massage information on the way to the executive? Each is a question you may have asked yourself. Rightfully so given the broad reach of Groupthink due to its widely recognised underlying causes. Signs...

As Environmental Finance reported in late July, European Central Bank (ECB) researchers have recently found that the organisation’s climate-related supervision is reducing EU banks' climate risk and has spurred green finance. According to these conclusions, ECB measures including its 2022 climate risk stress test have triggered major improvements in green...