Surveys and studies
You will find here all surveys, studies, reports and other research materials, that prepared by Forvis Mazars.
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Financial reporting of European banks: benchmark study 2025
As European banks move into 2025 amid renewed U.S. tariffs and heightened geopolitical tensions, is this calm before the storm? Throughout 2024, we observed a continued reduction in credit risk buffers, despite persistent macroeconomic pressures and geopolitical challenges. As we examine the year-end results of the region’s largest institutions, what do the figures reveal about how they manage expected credit losses (ECLs) in an increasingly unpredictable environment?
Financial reporting of European banks: CEE Supplement
In parallel with the ninth edition of Forvis Mazars benchmark study on the financial reporting of European banks, our Forvis Mazars team prepared a dedicated supplement focusing on Central and Eastern Europe (CEE).
Forvis Mazars C-suite barometer: outlook 2025
Our annual C-suite barometer gathers the views of leading executives from all over the world. Each year we uncover the strategic priorities on the C-suite’s agenda and the market trends expected to impact businesses in the years ahead. This latest study reveals a business world focused on opportunities for growth and expansion in a more competitive environment. 2025 is the year for C-suite executives to scale up and get ahead.
Financial reporting of European banks: benchmark study 2024
Does the perceived reduction in risk amongst European banks hint at early signs of optimism for the sector? Throughout 2023, we observed a global economic slowdown, ongoing geopolitical tensions, and the rapid rise of new technologies. As we analyse the year-end results of the 26 largest banks in Europe, what do these figures reveal about expected credit losses and how these institutions manage persistent uncertainties in the banking landscape?
Mazars C-suite barometer: outlook 2024
Our annual C-suite barometer gathers the views of leading executives from all over the world. With insights from around 800 executives across 30 countries, we uncover the strategic priorities on the C-suite’s agenda and the market trends and transformations expected to impact businesses in the years ahead.
Financial reporting of European banks: benchmark study 2023
How are Expected Credit Losses of European banks impacted by increasingly common unprecedented events?
Bold leadership for a sustainable future: Mazars C-suite barometer 2023
Our latest C-suite barometer shows that, while recognising the significant challenges of the past year, including inflation and economic instability, high energy prices, war and geopolitical tensions, leaders have a fighting spirit and positive outlook for 2023. Technology and sustainability stand out as their top two strategic priorities for the coming three to five years, with the C-suite investing in these areas to ensure their business is fit for tomorrow.
How advanced are you on your sustainability journey?
As environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues rise in global importance and increasingly dominate the business narrative, the Mazars report 'ESG: where are you on the journey?' sets out choices and pathways for companies of all sizes and sectors as they look to embark on the transition to a more sustainable business model.