Director Sentiment Survey

Stay ahead with expert insights, emerging trends and real-world analysis shaping governance in Aotearoa and beyond. From in-depth research to bite-sized perspectives, explore what’s influencing directors and boards today – and tomorrow.

Director Sentiment Survey

The Institute of Directors’ Director Sentiment Survey (DSS) captures the collective voice of Aotearoa New Zealand’s governance community. Conducted annually since 2014, the survey provides timely insights into the key issues, challenges and opportunities facing directors across sectors. From economic confidence and regulatory pressures to board priorities and emerging risks, the results offer a snapshot of director perspectives and help shape informed conversations about the future of governance.

Director Sentiment Survey 2025

Our latest Director Sentiment Survey (2025) found high levels of economic optimism, concerns about shareholder activism and uneven attention to emerging risks such as storms and floods, and data privacy.

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The Director Sentiment Survey is brought to you by the Institute of Directors and ASB.