< Back to the full 2025 report on Top Risks CPG and retail risk insights Download Key findings from the 2025 report on Top RisksWith the ongoing chaos of recent U.S. trade policies unsettling the global economy, retailers and CPG companies fear that tariffs, or even the threat of them, may cause inflation, reduced consumer spending, and a global recession. Long-term planning, strategic investments, and recruitment are the chief concerns for retail and CPG leaders, according to Protiviti's latest Executive Perspectives on Top Risks Survey.Download the 2025 CPG and Retail insights brief: key risks and strategic trends8-minute readGet the 2025 CPG and Retail infographic: top near-term risks at a glance1-minute overviewWatch the 2025 webinar: expert analysis on managing emerging risks60-minutes, on-demand Download