AvidXchange Inc. released findings from its 2026 Trends Survey of middle market finance professionals. Data shows 86% are concerned about the economy, with 64% worried about inflation and 56% about tariffs. Many are adjusting operations, with 55% cutting spending and 38% implementing hiring freezes. Finance teams are turning to AI and automation to boost efficiency and resilience. Over half plan to increase investment in AI, with 79% confident in strong ROI. Top security priorities for 2026 include employee training and enhancing cybersecurity tools. AvidXchange’s President emphasizes the importance of automation for modern finance teams.

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