3 in 5 firms feel ready to adopt AI: Survey

Half also said they are well-prepared to manage debt and risk.

Six in 10 Singaporean businesses feel ready to integrate AI—almost double the regional average—whilst 52% say they are well-prepared to manage debt and financial risks, according to Kroll’s 2025 Global Business Sentiment Survey.

More than half (56%) of firms in Singapore have established AI governing bodies, and 54% have appointed heads of AI, the highest figures in the region.

In terms of financial strength, 52% of Singapore businesses said they are well-prepared to manage debt and financial risk, again leading the region.

Confidence in handling budget challenges stood at 44%, whilst financial health scored an average of 8.1 out of 10—above the global (7.5) and regional (7.4) averages.

Only 12% of firms in Singapore are considering restructuring in the coming year, the lowest proportion in Asia-Pacific.

Cybersecurity remains a top concern, with 60% of Singapore respondents citing threats such as malware, financial fraud, and AI-driven scams.

Financial crime is also on the radar, with 26% identifying fraud and compliance issues as a major challenge—higher than any other market in the region.

Despite these risks, businesses in Singapore are positioning themselves for growth.

Around 26% said they are likely to pursue mergers or acquisitions in the next year, and 30% identified AI integration as the greatest opportunity ahead, ranking it above financial performance improvements.

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