Re-shaping Financial Strategies for the Future: CFOs in the E&U Sector Rise to the Challenge

Read | Oct 25, 2024

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A WNS Perspective

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Balancing the business needs for rapid transformation with operational pressures arising from macroeconomic volatility, regulatory scrutiny and sustainability commitments is placing new demands on CFOs of Energy and Utility (E&U) companies. Maintaining financial resilience in the E&U sector has never been more complex, with continuing geopolitical uncertainty and economic volatility due to fears of rising bad debt.

How E&U finance leaders are navigating these uncharted waters?

The UK Utilities CFO Outlook Report from WNS, in partnership with Utility Week, provides a comprehensive analysis of the key challenges and opportunities E&U companies face. Based on extensive surveys and interviews, the findings reveal how CFOs are re-thinking their organizations' strategies for sustainable long-term growth by focusing on financial stability.

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of CFOs prioritize sustainability strategies for utilities amid increasing regulatory pressures

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of energy networks cite supply chain resilience and capacity as key concerns

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of utilities identify regulatory and policy interventions as their top risks

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of respondents report that the current macroeconomic environment has impacted business performance

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of utilities identify rising bad debt as a significant threat to financial stability

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of CFOs remain confident of making infrastructure investments over the next year despite concerns about capital access

The report outlines actionable strategies that empower CFOs to tackle regulatory challenges in utilities while enhancing cost efficiencies and promoting sustainable growth within the sector.

Download report for critical insights from finance leaders on:

How the finance function is adapting to a transforming sector
The effects of economic volatility on contracts and business strategies
The impact of inflation on utilities and its implications for debt management and asset values
Tackling the growing consumer affordability crisis
Managing regulatory pressure in utilities
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