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Financial services’ evolving attitude toward risk

Embracing change: How financial institutions are leveraging technology and automation for enhanced risk assessment

The financial services industry is historically risk-averse, but marketing research firm KS&R and PwC's latest risk assessment study indicates changes are afoot. Many financial institutions are taking a broader view of risk assessment, moving beyond regulatory risk, and looking for more business strategy benefits. Increasingly, they’re tapping technology and automation to stay competitive.

Our research highlights:

  • 61% of financial institutions say regulatory compliance can have a large or significant impact on their decision to invest in risk assessment

  • 51% want to improve their ability to operate and grow in a high-risk environment

  • 18% are extremely confident in their institution's current approach to risk assessment.

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