Following the turbulence last year in finance, politics and international relations, CFOs in 2026 could be forgiven for pursuing a single goal for their companies — keep an even keel. The gusts from federal policy changes will probably persist. U.S. tariffs — the highest since the 1930s — will likely nudge up prices until at least June, assuming Trump imposes no new import taxes. Also, with automation reshaping workplaces, CFOs concerned about building and retaining strong teams will need to keep a sharp eye on labor trends and CPA licensure changes. Below are three outlook articles describing the above trends and others that we will follow in 2026.