Milan, 10 April 2025 – Companies operating globally face numerous challenges in today’s complex geopolitical landscape. These obstacles and strategic responses were the focus of the seminar "Challenges in International Financial Management," led by Massimo Ferrari, General Manager of Webuild, as part of the Corporate Finance course at the Faculty of Economics, Sapienza University of Rome.

The seminar provided an in-depth analysis of the economic, political, operational, financial, tax, insurance, legal, and ESG (environmental, social, and governance) challenges businesses face in international markets.

"Effective financial planning requires a multidisciplinary analysis including a country-specific perspective. Based on corporate experiences and outlooks, it is essential to assess how industrial and corporate operations in a given country impact the ability to operate or profitability in other states, including restrictive measures such as financial sanctions and import/export restrictions. To enhance business resilience, it is therefore crucial to diversify and maintain a global approach in monitoring and managing corporate exposure. Defining the business plan for a multinational group is a process driven by vision, mission, and long-term objectives, achieved through the creation of operational plans and continuous monitoring," said Ferrari.

Over the last 10 years, Webuild has demonstrated resilience and the ability to grow despite geopolitical complexities, becoming a leader in the construction of large, complex infrastructure projects. The company operates in over 50 countries, employing more than 92,000 people. "Webuild," explained Ferrari, "has shown exceptional structural resilience and the capacity to grow and generate cash, even in the face of rapidly changing global macroeconomic scenarios. These factors have been key to the record results achieved in 2024, surpassing the main targets set in the 2023-2025 three-year plan a year ahead of schedule, and subsequently revising the 2025 guidance upward. A well-defined strategy and a presence in low-risk markets enable us to tackle future challenges and fully capitalize on global opportunities."