88% of CEOs in the Middle East Confident in Growth Despite Geopolitical Uncertainty — PwC's 29th Global CEO Survey: Middle East Findings

PwC's 29th Global CEO Survey finds that Middle East CEOs are choosing to invest through uncertainty rather than wait for stability, with 60% saying they can lead effectively through disruption — yet geopolitical conflict remains the dominant concern directly shaping boardroom decision-making. The survey highlights that CEOs are adopting deliberate, long-term capital-allocation strategies anchored in AI integration and selective M&A rather than broad-based hedging, signalling a shift from reactive to pre-emptive strategic decision frameworks. For board members, the data underscores the urgency of stress-testing strategic assumptions and formalising how geopolitical scenarios feed into investment decisions.