A recent survey by Gartner Inc. found that 87% of CFOs are likely, or very likely, to spend on organic growth in 2025.
The survey involving 110 CFOs, conducted in November 2024, across various industries and regions also revealed that 61% indicated that acquisitions were likely, while 52% anticipated they are likely to hold on to excess cash.
The survey also found that 50% of respondents said they expect to take on more debt, 44% said they will work to pay down their debt and 39% said they will likely spend cash on dividends. See more findings.