The state of IR in the world and Europe, according to IR Magazine’s latest research
How are IR teams around the world managing their resources? How have their team sizes changed? And what involvement do they have from their company’s senior management?
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The answers to these questions and many more can be found in IR Magazine’s latest Global Investor Relations Practice Report, which contains essential insights into how IR teams across the globe are operating. This year’s edition, based on responses from more than 550 IR practitioners worldwide, offers a detailed look at the evolving landscape of IR practices, with a special focus on Europe.
While the report remains rooted in its analysis of core IR functions – including team composition, budgets, senior management involvement and analyst coverage – there are several noteworthy changes in this year’s edition that will capture the attention of IR professionals.
One of the most significant trends highlighted is the budgetary shift for IR teams globally. As many regions have seen an increase in their IR budgets, European IR teams have recorded a four-year high of overall spending. The region’s IR teams are spending a much smaller proportion of their budgets on external services, however, reflecting a marketplace where smaller companies must make more effort to stand out against their larger peers.
The report also delves into reporting structures within IR teams. In Europe, reporting to the CFO remains the most common practice, a trend that aligns with broader corporate governance norms in the region. Additionally, the report tracks changes in the time spent by senior management on IR efforts, showing that European IR teams lag behind those from other regions in terms of time committed.
The 2024 report features contributions from a leading IRO in Europe, who shares his perspectives on the findings and offers actionable advice for IR professionals. He also explores the implications of budget cuts and changes in analyst coverage, and offers strategies for enhancing team efficiency despite financial constraints.
This report also covers:
- Global data on IR team budgets, team sizes, senior management involvement and analyst coverage
- A detailed breakdown of data for European IR teams, including key differences by company size
- Strategic analysis of capital market influences driving these changes
- Actionable tips and commentary from an experienced IRO to help you navigate the evolving IR landscape.
