n 2025, CFOs are investing in technology despite declining economic optimism as displayed through a survey conducted by Grant Thornton. Key areas of focus include digital transformation, customer satisfaction, and data quality.

Despite the new U.S. administration's anti-ESG stance, CFOs remain committed to sustainability. A recent survey from BDO reveals that many companies plan to maintain or even increase their sustainability investments.

The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and Shift just recently released a primer for CFOs on advancing the “S” in ESG. With social issues becoming a higher priority on the business agenda, it is important for CFOs to begin to understand and communicate social performance as an essential part of their roles. This is immensely important as reporting and disclosure standards around ESG develop across the globe.