PwC Global Investor Survey 2023 Insights for New Zealand

The document is a report detailing the findings from PwC’s Global Investor Survey 2023, focusing on the perspectives of investors in New Zealand regarding sustainability efforts and corporate governance. It outlines the priorities of 345 investors across 30 countries, with a specific focus on the 36 investors from Aotearoa New Zealand. Key concerns highlighted include inflation, macroeconomic volatility, and rising fears related to cyber risks and geopolitical conflicts. The report emphasizes the importance of environmental, social, and technological factors in investment evaluations, with a significant number of investors advocating for companies to integrate sustainability into their corporate strategies. Additionally, it discusses the role of emerging technologies, particularly AI, in shaping future business value creation. Investors express a strong desire for transparency and accountability in sustainability reporting, with many willing to take action against companies that fail to address ESG issues adequately. The findings indicate a growing recognition of the financial implications of sustainability commitments.