As we pass the halfway mark of 2025, it’s time to reflect on the evolving global landscape and the key risk trends that continue to challenge businesses worldwide. Here are six major areas of concern we’ve identified:
Mid-Year Risk Outlook 2025: What Are Global Businesses Facing?
June 19, 2025
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As we pass the halfway mark of 2025, it’s time to reflect on the evolving global landscape and the key risk trends that continue to challenge businesses worldwide. Here are six major areas of concern we’ve identified:
Geopolitical and Trade Tensions
Ongoing war in Ukraine and instability in the Middle East
Intensified U.S.-China trade frictions and tariff barriers
Supply chain shifts and manufacturing relocation
Global Economic Slowdown
Persistently high interest rates in the U.S. and Europe are curbing consumption and investment
China is undergoing structural adjustments, with lingering risks in real estate and local government debt
Inflation and stagflation pressures coexist, adding uncertainty to raw material prices and financing costs
Regulatory Pressure and Policy Volatility
Growing scrutiny on cross-border data, AI compliance, antitrust, and ESG
Rising global compliance barriers complicate expansion and capital operations for multinational firms
Third-Party and Supply Chain Risks
Strategic vulnerabilities in critical materials, semiconductors, and energy
Delivery disruptions persist due to logistics uncertainties (e.g. Red Sea, Panama Canal issues)
Tech & Cybersecurity Threats
AI, deepfake, and data privacy challenges are creating new ethical and legal risks
Ransomware and cyberattacks are expanding globally, threatening enterprise IT systems
Generative AI is being misused in fraud, fake profiles, and résumé falsification — making background checks and partner vetting more complex
Talent & Organizational Risk
Cross-border movement of top talent is increasingly restricted; AI-driven role changes are fueling internal anxiety
Gen Z employees prioritize value alignment, making corporate reputation a key talent magnet
Remote work and global teams bring cultural friction and governance challenges
As risk becomes more multi-dimensional and unpredictable, how is your organization adapting in 2025? Let’s connect and share insights.
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