The Measure of CEO Confidence™ for China suggests CEOs are cautiously optimistic about current and future conditions, even as hiring slows and demand remains below pre-COVID levels. How should CEOs respond to the new competitive reality of economic, regulatory, and geopolitical risk factors?
Join Steve Odland and guest Alfredo Montufar-Helu, Head of the China Center at The Conference Board, to find out how multinational corporations are managing the risk landscape, rethinking supply chains, and continuing to leverage innovation.
(00:09) Welcome to C Suite Perspectives
(00:47) Introducing the CEO Confidence Index
(01:40) Current CEO Sentiment in China
(02:27) Challenges Facing Multinationals in China
(06:46) Impact of Chinese Policies on Business
(09:08) CEO Expectations on Sales, Investment, and Employment
(10:19) Risks and Concerns for CEOs in China
(11:40) Geopolitical Tensions and Business Strategy
(27:47) Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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