Global Market | European companies better positioned to withstand energy price shock than in 2022: Analysts

European companies are better positioned to withstand an energy price shock than they were in 2022, according to analysts.

A changed position from 2022

The assessment places European businesses in a stronger position compared with the conditions they faced two years ago. It comes as energy price volatility remains a key consideration for companies operating across the region.

The analysts’ view is significant because energy costs can affect business conditions across the European market. However, the available assessment does not identify specific companies, industries or measures behind the improved positioning.

What the assessment shows

The comparison is focused on resilience: European companies are considered better able to withstand a potential energy price shock than in 2022. The statement does not provide details on the scale of any possible shock or offer a forecast for energy prices.

For businesses and investors, the assessment highlights a more favorable position than during the earlier period, while leaving the future direction of energy prices uncertain.