Boardroom Optimism Cools In Early 2026 Amid Uncertainty of War With Iran
Trade tensions, a new Gulf war and White House policy uncertainty weigh on directors’ outlook—but most remain confident their boards can navigate the risks.
Trade tensions, a new Gulf war and White House policy uncertainty weigh on directors’ outlook—but most remain confident their boards can navigate the risks.
After three quarters at a five-year low, director confidence jumped 23 percent in December—yet the outlook for 2026 remains muted. One director’s advice: ‘Defend and survive.’
Survey finds a growing number of public company directors forecast flat growth for the rest of the year, despite new tax cuts. The big opportunity? AI adoption.
As tariffs, inflation and sourcing disruptions grow, a new poll finds America’s public-company boardrooms fighting to manage the moment. ‘You can’t forecast anything.’
Q2 polling data finds U.S. public company board members slightly more optimistic in their 12-month forecasts than in Q1, though most continue to expect a recession in the near term.
Public company general counsel share their view of the top risks for U.S. companies in 2025—and highlight potential opportunities for enhanced board collaboration.