Family businesses remain one of the most resilient and influential forces in the global economy. Yet as economic uncertainty, technological acceleration and leadership transition converge, the decade ahead will likely demand new levels of preparedness.

The KPMG Global family business report 2026 captures insights from 1,927 family and founder‑led business leaders across 41 countries. The findings reveal a sector that is strategically confident and values‑driven, but increasingly aware that traditional ways of operating may no longer be enough.

Across markets and generations, leaders describe a shift underway, from family‑run operating businesses to family‑owned enterprises, governed through boards and led by professional management.

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