Foresight in volatility: APAC executives’ early pivot to regional trade provides critical buffer against global shocks

A Forvis Mazars survey reveals that Asia Pacific executives proactively shortened supply chains and shifted to regional trade months before the current geopolitical crisis, providing a buffer against global market shocks. The report highlights AI-driven efficiency investments as a complementary strategy. The findings suggest APAC businesses are better positioned than global peers to weather ongoing uncertainty.