Northern Ireland’s business environment is more exposed to risk than ever before.

Global instability, rising costs, and increasingly visible operational pressures mean local organisations are navigating challenges that can escalate quickly and carry real reputational consequences.

Drawing on the annual reports of more than 100 of NI’s largest companies, this report reveals the risks dominating boardroom conversations in 2026 and the emerging pressures reshaping how businesses and CEOs think about resilience. From the accelerating impact of AI to sustained volatility in energy costs, leaders are facing issues that demand earlier planning and clearer communication.

The findings highlight that resilience isn’t built in the moments of crisis, but long before then. Organisations that understand their risk landscape, prepare for challenges, and respond with confidence and clarity, are the ones best equipped to protect their business, and their reputation.

Download the report to get the full insight, and if you would like to speak to us further, please contact us here.