The Transformational CFO: From Stewardship to Strategic Command
We’ve surveyed nearly 1,000 senior finance leaders across the globe to understand how the CFO role is evolving from financial stewardship to strategic command. The findings reveal a new generation of CFOs who are driving transformation through technology, foresight, and innovation.
We’ve surveyed nearly 1,000 senior finance leaders across the globe to understand how the CFO role is evolving from financial stewardship to strategic command. The findings reveal a new generation of CFOs who are driving transformation through technology, foresight, and innovation.
Inside the Report
The 2025 American Express CFO Survey was conducted by studioID between May 6 and May 22, 2025, and included responses from 988 senior finance executives working in large organizations across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, Singapore, Australia, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Respondents represented a range of industries including automotive, construction, energy, financial and professional services, food and beverage, healthcare, education, insurance, manufacturing, media and technology, and retail. 69% of respondents held a C-suite title, and all organizations reported annual revenues of $300 million or more.
Explore key findings from our research and download the full report here.
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Driving Business Efficiencies
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Driving Business Efficiencies