Tagged: survey

April 17, 2026 @ 12:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Small and medium-sized enterprises across the UK are navigating persistent cash flow challenges, according to insights from specialist lender iwoca. A recent survey of more than 1,000 SME owners reveals widespread vulnerability, with many operating on limited financial buffers and struggling with irregular income streams… Read More

April 14, 2026 @ 6:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has recently released concerning reports revealing how threat landscapes evolved in 2025. Government and industrial organizations have emerged as the top targets for sophisticated cybercriminals, while businesses are increasingly open to sharing security expenses with contractors and suppliers to build stronger collective… Read More

March 25, 2026 @ 1:35 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent survey shared by Xero reveals strong backing among Australian small business owners for the upcoming Payday Super changes, even as they grapple with significant obstacles to meeting new obligations. The shift to more regular superannuation contributions, slated to commence on July 1, has… Read More

March 24, 2026 @ 4:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A new joint study by EY-Parthenon and Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) highlights a resilient yet more cautious stance among institutional players in the digital asset space. Conducted in January 2026 among 351 global institutional decision-makers—primarily firms managing over $1 billion in assets—the survey reveals that market turbulence… Read More

March 24, 2026 @ 2:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Senior cybersecurity executives find themselves navigating a pivotal moment where artificial intelligence is simultaneously amplifying risks and strengthening protective measures. A new EY Cybersecurity Roadmap Study of 500 top corporate security officials highlights how organizations are urgently channeling resources into advanced AI tools and self-governing… Read More

March 23, 2026 @ 8:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A new survey from digital bank bunq has revealed a striking shift in how Irish consumers approach financial conversations. More than one in three respondents feel they can speak more openly about their finances with artificial intelligence than with friends, family, or colleagues. This finding… Read More

March 8, 2026 @ 4:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent survey reveals a significant shift in payment habits on UK high streets, with one in seven shops—equivalent to 14%—having eliminated cash acceptance over the past 12 months. Conducted by Link, the UK’s primary ATM and cash access network, the research polled 1,116 small… Read More

February 27, 2026 @ 12:50 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Lenders across Ireland’s banking and non-banking sectors remain firmly committed to the real estate market, according to KPMG’s newly released Irish Real Estate Lending Survey for March 2025. The report, released this month, captures a cautiously optimistic mood among credit providers at a time when… Read More

February 15, 2026 @ 12:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

US business executives are increasingly displaying renewed enthusiasm for mergers and acquisitions (M&A), signaling a potential boom in dealmaking over the coming year. According to the latest EY Parthenon Deal Barometer survey, a significant 62% of US based CEOs intend to pursue M&A (mergers and… Read More

February 15, 2026 @ 11:45 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Deloitte has released seemingly pivotal surveys highlighting critical challenges for family-owned enterprises and corporate strategy leaders. These reports underscore the tensions between long-term planning and immediate pressures, offering key insights for executives aiming to build resilient organizations in an increasingly digital and AI enabled environment…. Read More

January 30, 2026 @ 2:20 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

PwC indicates that the global economy is demonstrating notable endurance, yet one that’s increasingly precarious. The extensive research report from PwC highlights how worldwide growth is sustaining itself through a limited array of factors, including advancements in artificial intelligence, government spending policies, and buoyant financial… Read More

January 26, 2026 @ 11:04 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets firm OKX has pointed out that a significant gap has emerged between younger and older generations regarding their views on cryptocurrency. OKX also mentioned that a recent survey of 1,000 Americans, conducted in early 2026, highlights how Gen Z and Millennials are far… Read More

December 18, 2025 @ 9:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) noted that for several decades, the path to building wealth in America has looked basically the same: get a good job, acquire a home, invest in various stocks, and let time take care of the rest (hopefully). Coinbase‘s State of Crypto report suggests… Read More

December 14, 2025 @ 12:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Equifax (NYSE: EFX) has released its Social Services Outlook Index. The survey of 500 government social service workers supporting programs such as Medicaid, SNAP and TANF found that the majority or around 54% of respondents say their workplace is very efficient, and all respondents (100%)… Read More

December 12, 2025 @ 8:03 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Alternative investments have moved from the margins to the mainstream, according to insights from nearly 800 financial advisors surveyed in the fourth annual study conducted by CAIS and Mercer. The results reveal steady adoption, with “9 in 10 financial advisors (90%) currently allocating to alternatives,… Read More

December 10, 2025 @ 8:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The EY US AI Pulse Survey finds many leaders are channeling productivity gains from artificial intelligence into existing and new AI capabilities, R&D, cybersecurity and retraining employees rather than reducing headcount. While an increasing number of companies announce AI-related layoffs and concerns mount about more… Read More

December 9, 2025 @ 10:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Santander (NYSE: SAN) recently released the report, entitled, ‘The Currency of Learning: Global Perspectives on Financial Education.’ This latest research report, based on a survey of 20,000 individuals that are now residing in 10 different countries, reveals how the gap between “perception and actual knowledge… Read More

December 1, 2025 @ 9:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Small and mid-sized business owners operating across the US are now said to be cautiously optimistic about the coming year, with the majority or 74% expecting revenue increases and around 60% planning to expand their businesses, according to the latest Bank of America (NYSE: BAC)… Read More

November 26, 2025 @ 4:58 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Credit cards could be one of the most common ways Canadians pay for everyday expenses, however, new research from Affirm (NASDAQ: AFRM) shows the terms and conditions behind them are among “some of the most confusing everyday documents Canadians encounter.” According to a national survey… Read More

November 26, 2025 @ 12:06 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The UK Retirement Confidence Index from Nucleus, the independent adviser platform group in the United Kingdom, shows only one in four UK adults are confident they’ll have “enough money to live comfortably” in retirement. Other key research findings include: Amidst all the speculation over the… Read More