noun
future outlook; outlook for the future
A formal or analytical term for prospects, forecasts, or the anticipated state of affairs ahead. Often used in business, policy, or personal planning contexts.
会社の将来展望について説明します。
I will explain the company's future outlook.
この業界の将来展望は明るいとは言えない。
The future outlook for this industry cannot be called bright.
Compound of 将来 (future) and 展望 (outlook, view). The kanji 将 carries a sense of 'about to' or 'future', 来 means 'come', 展 means 'expand' or 'open up', and 望 means 'hope' or 'look far'. Together they form a formal term for a forward-looking perspective.