2026 C-Suite Stress Index
High-stakes threats businesses are—and aren’t—prioritizing
Welcome to the 2026 C-Suite Stress Index. We surveyed 1,250 U.S. executives about their outlook heading into 2026. We wanted to know what they're doing to tackle a range of external pressures, and ultimately, where their confidence and concern levels stand. And the results were revealing.
While most leaders have a positive outlook on 2026, they acknowledge there are risks lurking beneath the surface. From supply chain issues to tariffs and trade uncertainty, several of the top concerns are rightfully raised. But there are others—like multimillion-dollar lawsuits and catastrophic weather events—that may not be getting enough attention from leaders.
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Key findings
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