The treasury function is a major focal point for businesses right now. According to The CFO’s Playbook for 2025, 70% of financial decision-makers say that, as their business grows and finances become more complicated, the role of treasury becomes increasingly important.

The good news for business leaders is that 85% rate their treasury function as effective. But what does this rating mean in today’s climate? It could be that leaders are using a metric of yesteryear to measure something that very much has to be future-fit.

In this report, we’ll unpack the key challenges, opportunities, and priorities businesses and their finance teams face.