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Indian CEOs bullish on growth, but AI ethics and cyber threats cloud the outlook: KPMG

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Indian CEOs bullish on growth, but AI ethics and cyber threats cloud the outlook: KPMG

Indian CEOs remain optimistic about business growth over the next three years, even as cybersecurity threats, ethical concerns around artificial intelligence (AI) and talent shortages reshape corporate priorities, according to KPMG’s 2026 India CEO Outlook.

The survey found that 87% of CEOs in India are confident about their organisations’ growth prospects over the next three years, exceeding the global average of 84%. However, sustaining that growth will require companies to strengthen digital resilience, invest in workforce capabilities and ensure responsible AI adoption amid geopolitical uncertainty and economic volatility.

Based on responses from 125 CEOs in India, KPMG’s annual Global CEO Outlook survey highlights a shift in corporate strategy from managing disruption to using resilience, technology and innovation as drivers of long-term growth.

AI has emerged as a strategic investment priority for 78% of CEOs in India, while 97% expressed confidence in their ability to manage AI-driven business and workforce transformation.

However, ethical challenges associated with AI implementation remain a significant hurdle, cited by 64% of Indian CEOs, compared with 57% globally. The findings underscore the growing importance of responsible AI governance, trusted data and accountability as businesses move beyond experimentation towards measurable returns from technology investments.

AI is also increasingly being viewed as a tool for advancing sustainability goals. About 84% of CEOs in India believe AI can enable more responsible innovation aligned with climate objectives, compared with 80% globally.

Yezdi Nagporewalla, chief executive officer of KPMG in India, said business success would increasingly depend on organisations’ ability to strengthen cyber resilience, build workforce capabilities and embed trust across the enterprise as investments in AI, digital transformation and innovation accelerate.


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