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CFO Survey

A Dutch perspective

Explore the pulse of Dutch finance in the Deloitte CFO Survey Spring 2026. Discover views on key themes impacting the CFO agenda, including economic outlook and geopolitical developments, and get an insider's perspective on the current financial landscape. Join our webinar on 6 July (12:00–13:00 CEST) to discuss the findings. 

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Navigating uncertainty as the new constant

Uncertainty is now the norm, yet 63% of Dutch CFOs still expect revenue growth despite 52% feeling less optimistic about financial prospects. Half anticipate margin pressures, highlighting a growth paradox. Finance leaders focus on disciplined growth: around 50% plan to increase CAPEX, while 40% prepare for headcount reductions, shifting investments towards productivity and workforce optimisation. Balance sheet caution is strong, with 81% avoiding increased risk, a 52-point rise from previous measures. Geopolitical risks shape strategy, with scenario analysis and stress tests embedded in plans. Energy volatility, regional conflicts and logistics disruptions drive diversification, hedging and selective, short-cycle investments to protect margins and maintain flexibility.

Deloitte's biannual Dutch CFO Survey uncovers the critical priorities and challenges shaping the strategies of CFOs across the Netherlands. This report offers a detailed view of the financial landscape, highlighting two priority areas: economic outlook and geopolitics.

Explore the report to see how CFOs are navigating a rapidly evolving landscape to build resilience, increase agility and create long-term value creation. Download the report for the full insights and read in-depth interviews with finance leaders who share practical experience and strategies. 

Join our CFO webinar on 6 July (12:00–13:00 CEST) to explore the Dutch CFO Survey insights. Register here.

50%

increasing CAPEX while 40% simultaneously reducing headcount

63%

expect revenue growth, yet 50% anticipate margin decreases

81%

avoid balance-sheet risk; a 52 percentage point swing from 29% previously

 

35%

run scenario analysis; 56% of those implement findings in core decisions.

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Empowering Dutch CFOs through insightful analysis

This survey is part of our CFO Program. The Dutch CFO Program aims to help CFOs stay ahead in an increasingly complex business environment. Among other initiatives, we aim to reach this goal by analysing the sentiment of Netherlands-based Chief Financial Officers.

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