Studies
Find all the surveys and studies produced by Mazars.
A time of transformation: Public and social sector study 2023
The public and social sector is in a time of transformation. Expectations of organisations in the sector are higher than ever while financial constraints and regulatory burdens are increasing.
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.
Mazars C-suite barometer: outlook 2024 - Building global ambition
22 February 2024: Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, today releases its latest C-suite barometer: outlook 2024. Optimism and confidence are at their highest recorded by the Mazars C-suite barometer. Business has its eyes firmly set on a positive future, and leaders are looking to expand and grow with confidence.
Bold leadership for a sustainable future: Mazars C-suite barometer 2023
Our latest C-suite barometer shows that, while recognising the significant challenges of the past year, including inflation and economic instability, high energy prices, war and geopolitical tensions, leaders have a fighting spirit and positive outlook for 2023. Technology and sustainability stand out as their top two strategic priorities for the coming three to five years, with the C-suite investing in these areas to ensure their business is fit for tomorrow.
Mazars C-suite barometer 2021
At the close of 2021, our C-suite barometer showed businesses were emerging from the pandemic with a sense of confidence and resilience. They were confident in their ability to respond to the trends ahead, expecting to transform their businesses and planning to invest. ESG is now firmly on the C-suite agenda and businesses are making public commitments on a range of ESG topics. But are businesses able to action their strategies?
Investing in CEE: Inbound M&A report 2021/2022
Despite concerns about Covid-19, resurgent inflation and rising energy prices, 2021 saw robust dealmaking across the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region. CEE’s diverse markets and abundant targets are increasingly attractive to both domestic and inbound investors. This publication offers an overview of inbound M&A activity in the CEE region throughout 2021, and looks ahead to the opportunities and challenges in the coming months.
Responsible banking practices: benchmark study 2021
Financial institutions increasingly recognise that climate change and other environmental, social and corporate governance risks jeopardise the world’s economy and financial system.
Doing M&A in Western Europe: Tax traps and structuring opportunities
6-12-2021 With its place in Europe and its integration in the EU, Western Europe tends to be less of a source of tax uncertainties. But conducting business in this area can be a challenge regarding tax environments which are not that similar.
The race to data maturity: is your business as far ahead as you think?
While most businesses understand the importance of data, few are truly able to transform it into a competitive advantage.
Unlocking trust: why global compliance is on the business agenda
Compliance has long been a cornerstone of good business practice. But it can still be viewed as an obligation to be met rather than a driver of value. That’s why we conducted a survey of how business leaders approach global compliance, including where they focus investment, the risks they anticipate and what they expect from ‘good compliance’.