Duke University Archives - CFO

50% of CFOs Increased Net Spending in Q4 Despite Economic Concerns

50% of CFOs Increased Net Spending in Q4 Despite Economic Concerns

Although spending increases dropped overall, half of CFOs still had to spend more in Q4.

By Adam Zaki | December 21, 2022

CFOs: 9.3% Jump in Prices Will Wipe Out Real Revenue Growth

CFOs: 9.3% Jump in Prices Will Wipe Out Real Revenue Growth

The CFO Survey also found that CFO optimism about the U.S. economy fell to its lowest reading in nearly 10 years.

By Vincent Ryan | June 29, 2022

CFOs: Recession Possible in 2019

CFOs: Recession Possible in 2019

Nearly half of U.S. CFOs think the nation’s economy will enter a recession by the end of 2019, finds the fourth-quarter Duke/CFO Outlook Survey.

By Lauren Muskett | December 12, 2018

CFOs Back Immigration Reform to Aid Hiring

CFOs Back Immigration Reform to Aid Hiring

The Duke/CFO Global Business Outlook survey shows strong support among finance chiefs for easing restrictions on foreign students.

By Matthew Heller | September 13, 2018

Data Security Distracts CFOs from ‘Day Jobs’

Data Security Distracts CFOs from ‘Day Jobs’

About 20% of finance chiefs admit their companies' systems have been hacked, yet their level of optimism stays at a record high: Duke/CFO Outlook Survey.

By David McCann | June 13, 2018

Tax Cuts Trigger CFO Optimism

Tax Cuts Trigger CFO Optimism

U.S. finance chiefs see earnings growth in 2018, but they also expect higher wage and benefits costs.

By | February 20, 2018

The CFOs Who Wouldn’t Be King

The CFOs Who Wouldn’t Be King

Only one in five finance chiefs see themselves moving into the top job. Are they having a crisis of confidence—or being realistic?

By Josh Hyatt | March 2, 2017

Trump Win Boosts U.S. Business Optimism

Trump Win Boosts U.S. Business Optimism

The fourth-quarter Duke/CFO Business Outlook survey reflects what researchers call the "Trump Jump."

By | December 7, 2016

U.S. Recession Chances Double: CFOs (Video)

U.S. Recession Chances Double: CFOs (Video)

John Graham of Duke University discusses the results of the first quarter's Duke University/CFO Global Business Outlook Survey.

By CFO Staff | March 10, 2016

Millennials A Mixed Blessing for Employers: Outlook Survey

Workplace Issues

Millennials A Mixed Blessing for Employers: Outlook Survey

While millennials are cheaper to employ, many CFOs think they are less loyal to the company and require more management.

By Matthew Heller | December 11, 2014

Corporate Finance

Sunny Side Up

CFO optimism about the economy soars in the U.S. but plummets in Latin America, according to the latest Duke/CFO Business Outlook survey.

By David W. Owens | October 20, 2014

Minimum Wage Hike Poses Economic Harm, Say CFOs

Workplace Issues

Minimum Wage Hike Poses Economic Harm, Say CFOs

Finance execs say raising the federal minimum wage would be a mistake that could cause massive layoffs and job freezes.

By Iris Dorbian | September 24, 2014

A Question of Trust

A Question of Trust

The public’s lack of trust in political and business leaders harms the business environment, say CFOs.

By David W. Owens | September 22, 2014

3rd-Quarter Economic Outlook: U.S. Stronger, Latin America Weaker

3rd-Quarter Economic Outlook: U.S. Stronger, Latin America Weaker

The latest Duke/CFO survey reveals more confidence in the U.S., less confidence in Latin America, and greater concern about regulation

By David W. Owens | September 9, 2014

A Split Decision on Cash

A Split Decision on Cash

The Duke/CFO Magazine Global Business Outlook Survey shows finance chiefs in some regions deciding that they can afford to invest again in growth.

By David W. Owens | July 18, 2014