Wolters Kluwer survey shows Italy tax, accounting firms unprepared for succession planning

• Wolters Kluwer published an Italy tax and accounting sector barometer flagging a succession risk as more than 70% of advisors are over 50.
• Only 13% of firms consider themselves fully prepared for succession; 58% were flagged as potentially vulnerable.
• Talent shortages are tightening the pipeline, with 62% of firms reporting high difficulty recruiting qualified professionals.
• Micro-firm structures dominate, with 58% employing 1-3 permanent staff; more than 84% have no more than 6 people.
• Profitability pressure limits investment, with 71% not raising fees in 12 months; 45% reported inability to pass higher costs to clients.

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