“The regional findings reveal strong confidence amongst CEOs in their companies’ revenue growth, with those in the GCC particularly optimistic about revenue growth in 2025 (at 90%). 61% of GCC CEOs also expect to increase headcount this year, compared to just 42% of their global peers, and up from 55% in 2024. However, one third (34%) cited skills shortages as a major concern.” 90% of GCC CEOs confident of revenue growth in 2025: PwC’s 28th Annual CEO Survey [PwC Middle East]