REPORTS, WHITEPAPERS & DIRECTOR BRIEFINGS

Looking for the latest research or a briefing on a key topic? Keen to explore best practice guides or read a case study? Board Agenda has compiled a selection of useful resources from industry bodies, regulators, academics and professional advisory firms from around the world in a simple-to-use directory.

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Resources

Brought to you by Diligent

Governance Outlook 2026: Governance in transition across Asia-Pacific

Diligent partnered with the Governance Institute of Australia and the Singapore Institute of Directors for an Asia-Pacific region survey.

Brought to you by Allianz

Allianz Risk Barometer 2026

For this report, Allianz sought the views of 3,338 respondents from 97 countries and territories, about risk in 2026.

Brought to you by Forvis Mazars

C-suite barometer: outlook 2026

Forvis Mazars collected the views of more than 3,000 C-suite executives across 40 countries, for its sixth annual C-suite barometer.

Brought to you by PwC

PwC 29th Global CEO Survey 2026

PwC’s 29th Global CEO Survey is based on responses from 4,454 chief executives across 95 countries and territories.

Brought to you by World Economic Forum

The Global Risks Report 2026

The World Economic Forum surveyed more than 1,300 global leaders and experts, to explore global risks in 2026.

Brought to you by World Economic Forum

The Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026

The World Economic Forum's Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026, written in collaboration with Accenture, examines cybersecurity trends in 2026.

Brought to you by The Centre for Public Interest Audit (CPIA)

CPIA Audit Trust Index 2025

The CPIA Audit Trust Index 2025 is the second edition of The Centre for Public Interest Audit's annual assessment of confidence in UK audit.

Brought to you by Spencer Stuart

Spencer Stuart UK Board Index 2025

The 2025 UK Spencer Stuart Board Index is a review of board composition and governance practice in the largest 150 companies in the FTSE.

Brought to you by Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)

COP30 Report: Policy matters: from pledges to delivery, a decade after Paris

This Taskforce on Net Zero Policy report marks the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement and looks at policy development in this area.

Brought to you by EY

EY 2026 Geostrategic Outlook

Geopolitical developments continue to reshape the global operating environment in profound ways. EY identifies three core themes.

Brought to you by National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)

NACD 2026 Governance Outlook: Governing for Growth Amidst Disruption

This annual report from NACD in the US offers practical guidance to help boards build resilience, agility, and effective governance.

Brought to you by Quoted Companies Alliance

Supporting growth flexibly: key findings on the QCA Code

The QCA Code was revised in 2023 and this Quoted Companies Alliance report sets out the findings of an analysis conducted in September 2025.

Brought to you by Forum for the Future

Reimagining the Way the World Works 2025

Forum for the Future sustainability report, showcasing examples of organisations or communities that are reimagining how we live and work.

Brought to you by Forvis Mazars

Growing Global: Harnessing the power of reporting and data insights 2025

In this report, Forvis Mazars explains how embracing, bolstering and applying reporting will help businesses grow globally.

Brought to you by UN Global Compact

Trailblazers & Transformers: UK business sectors redefining sustainability 2025

This UN Global Compact report examines six sectors that will shape the UK’s progress on meeting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Brought to you by KPMG

KPMG 2025 Global CEO Outlook

The KPMG CEO Outlook, conducted with 1,350 CEOs in Aug/Sept 2025, provides insight into the mindset, strategies and planning tactics of CEOs.

Brought to you by Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors

Risk in Focus 2026

Risk in Focus 2026 from the ECIIA draws on a survey of 879 chief audit executives, and takes a deep look into areas of pressing importance.

Brought to you by Forum for the Future

The Future of UK Orchard Fruit (October 2025)

The Forum for the Future's collaborative research engaged over 150 stakeholders in search of a vision for a climate resilient orchard sector.

Brought to you by Board Agenda

Director Reference Guide: Becoming a non-executive director

Board Agenda’s Director Reference Guide on becoming a non-executive director has insights on the NED role & advice for those considering it.

Brought to you by Heidrick & Struggles

Board Monitor 2025: Board Refreshment

Heidrick & Struggles’ survey of CEOs and board members revealed that only 47% were confident about their board refreshment practice.

Brought to you by Diligent

Boardroom resilience: Practical governance for risk, readiness and rapid response 2025

This Diligent and Board Agenda report explores how directors can strengthen oversight, build governance agility and prepare for disruption.

Brought to you by Signal AI

The Biggest Corporate Reputation Challenges of 2025

This Signal AI report gives a barometer for the new reputational risk landscape, identifying threats and delivering a strategic framework.

Brought to you by KPMG

Ten Key Regulatory Challenges of 2025

KPMG in Africa’s report identifies geopolitics, climate and sustainability and AI governance as some of the regulatory challenges of 2025.

Brought to you by Chandler Institute of Governance

Chandler Good Government Index 2025

The Chandler Good Government Index is a comprehensive measure of national government capability and effectiveness, covering 120 countries.

Brought to you by CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike 2025 Global Threat Report

CrowdStrike's report arms security professionals and dedicated cyber defenders with the knowledge to keep a step ahead of cyber criminals.