Global Risk in Focus: A Closer Look at Regional Differences for Risk and Risk Trends
In a deeply interconnected world, it’s essential to understand risk in the context of the similarities and differences between regions.
The Risk in Focus 2026 Global Summary report brings together survey results from six world regions to gain deeper insights into risk levels, trends, and audit priorities. While some risks are ubiquitous and ongoing (such as cybersecurity), others are rapidly emerging and changing (digital disruption and geopolitical uncertainty).
Risk in Focus Global Summary
Survey responses from 4,073 senior internal auditors globally.
Global findings include:
- Geopolitical and macroeconomic risks have increased significantly amidst current global tensions.
- Digital disruption (including AI) has risen to the second highest-ranked risk.
- Cybersecurity remains the perennial highest risk worldwide.
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