C-suite barometer 2026 EN C-suite barometer 2026: Swiss Outlook

C-suite barometer 2026: Swiss outlookAdapting in uncertaintyDownload the reportThe annual C-suite barometer captures the views of 3,000 leaders across 40+ countries, including insights from 100 executives in Switzerland. This Swiss edition of the Forvis Mazars C-suite barometer 2026 highlights the perspectives of senior executives across key sectors including financial services, TMT, manufacturing, consumer products, life sciences, real estate and energy & infrastructure. The report provides a clear view of how Swiss decision-makers are navigating today’s evolving business landscape and what will shape their priorities for the year ahead.

“Adaptability has become Switzerland’s greatest competitive advantage. The C-suite leaders are responding to global complexity with clarity: transform boldly, invest intelligently and lead with resilience. This mindset will define the next chapter of Swiss business.”

Angelo Accardi
CEO, Forvis Mazars in Switzerland88% of Swiss leaders are optimistic about growth in 2026

82% expect a revenue increase

54% plan to increase investments

Uncertainty has become the new normal and adaptability the defining leadership trait. Uncertainty is no longer a temporary condition – it is the environment in which leaders operate. Economic pressures, rapid technological advances, geopolitical tensions, global competition and shifting trade dynamics have created a reality where stability is the exception rather than the norm. Yet Swiss executives continue to demonstrate the resilience, pragmatism and innovative mindset that underpin Switzerland’s competitive strength. Rather than waiting for conditions to stabilise, they are taking action. Leaders are accelerating the adoption of new technologies, strengthening their talent strategies and reassessing expansion and supply chain models to stay competitive amid rising tariffs and evolving market pressures. This year’s Swiss findings, Adapting in uncertainty, reveal how organisations across the country are reshaping their priorities to stay ahead – balancing confidence with caution and transformation with disciplined investment. Swiss strategic priorities over the next 3–5 years

31% Talent attraction and retention

30% IT and technology transformation

25% Adapting business models to competition and tariffs

24% Strengthening sustainability strategies and embedding climate-driven business models

Download the reportFactors holding back growth

Factor

Switzerland

Worldwide

Economic uncertainty

36%

42%

Inadequate infrastructure

30%

17%

Energy prices or shortages

28%

26%

Trends expected to have the biggest impact on business

Trend

Switzerland

Worldwide

Economic trends (inflation and higher cost of living)

39%

38%

Supply chain challenges

33%

26%

Artificial Intelligence

31%

40%

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CEO, Forvis Mazars in Switzerland
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Partner - Head of German-speaking region of Switzerland
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Partner - Head of Romandie
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