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You will find here studies, insights, and surveys edited by Forvis Mazars.
Strengthening digital supply chains and building resilience for business growth
Cyber threats are only becoming more sophisticated, and organisations with ambitious growth goals will find themselves increasingly at risk, both as targets and as channels to get to other targets. As digital supply chains and tech surfaces grow, so does the cyber risk landscape, and so does the possible impact of cyber incidents on business continuity and resilience.
Forvis Mazars for good: Sustainability report 2023
Our history at Forvis Mazars is one of sustainable and inclusive growth. This is why, for the fifth consecutive year, we are proud to release our 2023 Sustainability report, which reflects our core values and shares publicly our commitment in action. As a responsible firm, we have ensured that the information disclosed is transparent, comprehensive and consistent, supported by non-financial metrics that exhibit a faithful representation of our performance across our material sustainability topics.
Increasing value for sustainable growth
Building a successful business requires a constant focus on long-term value creation. However, the meaning of value can vary, and it’s important for business leaders to determine the the right strategy for their business to grow successfully.
Growing Global
Navigating global complexity. Delivering business certainty.
Financial reporting of European banks: benchmark study 2024
Does the perceived reduction in risk amongst European banks hint at early signs of optimism for the sector? Throughout 2023, we observed a global economic slowdown, ongoing geopolitical tensions, and the rapid rise of new technologies. As we analyse the year-end results of the 26 largest banks in Europe, what do these figures reveal about expected credit losses and how these institutions manage persistent uncertainties in the banking landscape?
Sustainability practices stocktake: how banks and insurers have progressed
Financial institutions have a leading role to play in shaping our sustainable future, and a strong need to reboot and shift to a more responsible finance model. As a core component of the economy, they bear the responsibility of upholding rigour and resilience in their risk management. With time running out to achieve a move towards nature-positive outcomes, what sustainability progress have banks and insurers made?
Financial reporting of European banks: benchmark study H1 2023
Has the European banking sector achieved renewed stability amidst a troubled macroeconomic context? Over the past three years, the banking sector has had to endure numerous crises, including Covid-19 and the war in Ukraine. What do the 2023 interim results of the 26 largest banks in Europe indicate about the impact on Expected Credit Losses (ECL) in this unusual environment?
Future-proofing cyber security in an increasingly digital world
In a world that has become reliant on digital technology, most organisations’ current cyber security strategies are no longer enough to combat threats. Future-proof your business by understanding and mitigating cyber risks.
Report: Myths and barriers preventing the progression of women
The benefits of diversity no longer need to be proven. However, it is clear that gender inequalities persist, particularly in executive committees and among CEOs. This report, "Myths and barriers preventing the progression of women: analysis and solutions", developed by Forvis Mazars in partnership with the Observatory for Gender Balance, is designed for leaders who wish to concretely advance equality in their organisation.