McKinsey Insights & Publications RSS Feedshttps://www.mckinsey.com/http://www.mckinsey.com/assets/dotcom/newsletters/images/mckinsey_logo_sm.jpghttps://www.mckinsey.com/Tue, 01 Sep 2015 08:44:43 GMTenCopyright (c) McKinsey & Company. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission.Sitecore CMS: http://www.sitecore.net. Sitecore RSS module: McKinsey.RSS, Version=1.3.2.9415, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=nullThe slow erosion of value in the consumer goods industry is now speeding up. Leaders need to reshape their portfolios, sharpen their value propositions, and fully harness tech and AI—or risk ceding ground.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/consumer-packaged-goods/our-insights/state-of-food-and-beveragea129a8bc-b618-420f-bfb5-17018b1c6677Wed, 08 Apr 2026Consumer Packaged Goods InsightsRetail & Consumer GoodsGrowthAs AI automates technical planning and other tasks, wealth managers must pivot from producing outputs to delivering outcomes anchored in human trust and defensible control points.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/financial-services/our-insights/the-signal-in-the-sell-off-wealth-managements-value-in-the-ai-era14029bbf-0c71-4cfe-9f19-fc71ef5c9c17Wed, 08 Apr 2026Insights on Financial Services BankingGenerative AIProductivityIn the packaging and paper industry, high demand is no longer bolstering performance. We address how leaders can reset their operations to stay competitive.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/packaging-and-paper/our-insights/no-ordinary-disruption-state-of-the-packaging-and-paper-industry1692378a-12bb-4ea2-a56d-fe6a44b1a7bcWed, 08 Apr 2026Insights on Packaging & PaperPaper & forest productsConsumer packaged goodsMicroeconomicsConsumer insightsOperations strategyAgentic AI promises a fundamental shift in how B2B pricing is set, managed, and optimized to drive a step change in both efficiency and effectiveness.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/growth-marketing-and-sales/our-insights/b2b-pricing-navigating-the-next-phase-of-the-ai-revolutioncdb629e4-c64b-475b-a5f6-0ac25ce819c3Tue, 07 Apr 2026Growth, Marketing & Sales InsightsConsumer packaged goodsNorth and Central AmericaPricingGenerative AITwelve themes separate companies that are truly rewired for AI from their peers.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/tech-and-ai/our-insights/the-ai-transformation-manifesto7177b680-43c5-48c8-8fc2-0ba3e465177cTue, 07 Apr 2026Digital InsightsArtificial IntelligenceDigitalPerformance transformationMcKinsey QuarterlyData management is no longer a back-office cleanup exercise but a strategic capability that supports better planning. Getting it right at the beginning of an APS implementation can unlock impact faster.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/operations/our-insights/the-quiet-enabler-data-management-best-practices-for-aps-deployments7e9fcd6b-2fb7-4a25-b4ee-1cba5dc6b10aTue, 07 Apr 2026Insights on OperationsOperationsSam Hazen, CEO of HCA Healthcare, reflects on the state of the industry and how emerging technologies and steadfast leadership can help meet patients where they are.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/healthcare/our-insights/sam-hazen-on-reaching-patients-during-healthcares-flux42cfed25-6f51-4afe-9c83-87fd0455a19eTue, 07 Apr 2026Insights on Healthcare Systems & ServicesHealth care providersUnited StatesPerformance transformationCIOs are re-building their teams for the agentic AI age. This requires rethinking how to hire, build internal capabilities, and negotiate vendor strategies to speed innovation.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/mckinsey-technology/our-insights/designing-an-end-to-end-technology-workforce-for-the-ai-first-erac8a7be88-a4a3-40e8-89d3-17a017b5e113Mon, 06 Apr 2026Our Insights on TechnologyOrganizationSkills readiness is crucial for innovation and competitiveness, but many European companies are falling behind. Leaders can take three actions to bridge the skills gap and deploy talent more effectively.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/how-european-organizations-can-treat-skills-as-a-strategic-priorityac40449e-4492-4c52-860a-8dbcb653adf9Mon, 06 Apr 2026Insights on People and Organizational PerformanceCapability buildingOrganizationIn the second edition of Rewired, McKinsey authors explore how leading companies move faster and what changes they make to turn AI into value.https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-on-books/author-talks-rewiring-to-outcompete-with-ai29d65a6f-1a2a-4f57-97a0-2ba4712d687dMon, 06 Apr 2026McKinsey on BooksDigitalGrowthInnovationTo cope with uncertainty, surveyed CFOs have been doubling down on performance and building cash and liquidity buffers.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/strategy-and-corporate-finance/our-insights/cfos-have-been-concerned-about-geopolitical-impacts-for-monthscbaa5a33-c707-491b-a23a-449c568cd7a8Fri, 03 Apr 2026Strategy & Corporate Finance InsightsStrategyCorporate FinanceAgentic AI can automate routine work and improve merchandising decisions at scale. Two McKinsey experts discuss what it takes to translate potential into performance.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/retail/our-insights/from-dashboards-to-decisions-empowering-merchants-with-agentic-ai388284de-952f-4174-bcb1-20ad9900d9c4Thu, 02 Apr 2026Retail InsightsRetail & Consumer GoodsConsumer Packaged GoodsGenerative AIMarketing & SalesBig dataMost companies are experimenting with AI, but few have realized its value. The real challenge isn’t the technology—it’s redesigning workflows, leadership, and culture for an agentic world.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/ai-is-everywhere-the-agentic-organization-isnt-yetf63b1bda-2035-43cf-90ec-61ef38d69d0bThu, 02 Apr 2026Insights on People and Organizational PerformanceArtificial IntelligenceOrganizationThe McKinsey PodcastAgentic AI scales on strong data. To capture value, tech leaders can agentify high-impact workflows, modernize data architectures, enforce data quality, and evolve operating models.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/mckinsey-technology/our-insights/building-the-foundations-for-agentic-ai-at-scale919a12ef-593c-405e-af17-bc8e4851603bThu, 02 Apr 2026Our Insights on TechnologyDigitalProcess automationThe race to rewire operations is on—and in 2026, companies that redesign how work gets done end to end will define the next wave of competitive advantage.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/operations/our-insights/winning-the-race-to-rewire-in-2026-capturing-operational-advantagec369e86b-1df4-42c9-890f-cf2a1ba5b8bfThu, 02 Apr 2026Insights on OperationsManufacturing operationsGenerative AIhttps://www.mckinsey.com/industries/travel/our-insights/brilliant-moves-coffee-with-united-airlines-ceo-scott-kirbyb93d52a9-f215-4264-83f3-f87253eeaae0Thu, 02 Apr 2026Insights on TravelAirlinesLeadershipAgentic AI is all about doing things—just like operations. McKinsey partner Michael Chang explains its potential, why waiting to implement could be risky, and the keys to realizing impact.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/operations/our-insights/scaling-agentic-ai-for-operational-breakthroughs913eb627-8ca5-412c-ad72-013fa7485aaaWed, 01 Apr 2026Insights on OperationsOperationsMcKinsey Talks OperationsThe war-torn country will need investments of historic proportions to return to economic health. Early action by Ukrainian and international stakeholders will help reduce risk for private investors.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/risk-and-resilience/our-insights/preparing-for-ukraines-reconstruction-by-reducing-risk-for-private-fundinge6de88a1-7f3b-4fef-9b98-14df145327eaWed, 01 Apr 2026Risk & Resilience InsightsUkraineRisk ManagementExecutives leading and working on tech and AI transformations should be familiar with these terms.https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-on-books/rewired/glossary36bb19ad-c91d-428b-836f-417613dfd538Wed, 01 Apr 2026Rewired: Second editionLeaders recognize gen AI’s potential to add value and reduce costs, yet the technology has not scaled as fast as anticipated. With focused efforts, operators could unlock substantial benefits.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/oil-and-gas/our-insights/gen-ai-in-the-ofse-industry-progress-lags-behind-intentab34b024-187f-4ff5-a833-6df6c653673aWed, 01 Apr 2026Oil & Gas InsightsOil & Natural GasIf gen AI has a killer application, it’s software development—one of the most profound shifts in the history of programming.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/tech-and-ai/our-insights/the-ai-revolution-in-software-developmentcf548d85-aaaa-41f2-b052-cc3054569a9fWed, 01 Apr 2026Digital InsightsSoftwareHigh Tech & InternetArtificial IntelligenceJames Zou, an associate professor of machine learning at Stanford University, discusses the role of AI scientists in biotech, pharmaceutical discovery, immunology, and more.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/life-sciences/our-insights/james-zou-on-integrating-ai-agents-into-biology-r-and-d-and-drug-discoveryc752e32b-4422-4f34-b809-f1ec9caf74e2Wed, 01 Apr 2026Insights on Life SciencesBiotechnologyNorth and Central AmericaArtificial IntelligenceArtificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of creating corporate ventures. Here is a strategic playbook for business leaders ready to seize a defining growth opportunity.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/business-building/our-insights/how-to-build-businesses-faster-and-better-with-aicead0eae-00eb-423c-8f2e-313b21aba3afTue, 31 Mar 2026Our InsightsArtificial IntelligenceStrategyMarketing & SalesIn today’s environment, adaptation is essential for the North American automotive industry to maintain resilience and strengthen competitive economics.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/automotive-and-assembly/our-insights/shaping-the-next-arc-of-the-north-american-automotive-industryf47d9f34-2392-4793-8e1e-8771f83f3a00Tue, 31 Mar 2026Automotive & Assembly InsightsAutomotiveNorth AmericaManufacturing operationsStrategyGrowthAs tailwinds fade and competition intensifies, African banks can convert today’s momentum into durable growth for the industry.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/financial-services/our-insights/from-potential-to-performance-a-snapshot-of-african-banking11ef7a23-4f6c-409f-89c7-e061c2f9d75dTue, 31 Mar 2026Insights on Financial Services Financial ServicesOptimism ticked up in early 2026, even as consumers held steady on where and how they spend. Here’s the latest research from our ConsumerWise team.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/consumer-packaged-goods/our-insights/the-state-of-the-brazilian-consumer0ec93053-f082-47a4-8f73-37408541610cMon, 30 Mar 2026Consumer Packaged Goods InsightsConsumer packaged goodsBrazilConsumer insightsOur latest report in conjunction with Worldpanel by Numerator finds a new kind of consumer emerging across the region—and opportunities for companies willing to take bold steps.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/consumer-packaged-goods/our-insights/growth-in-the-era-of-intentional-shoppers-beyond-omnichannel-grocery-in-latin-americaf3624522-4ce9-4cca-9560-3868b64b4705Mon, 30 Mar 2026Consumer Packaged Goods InsightsRetail & Consumer GoodsConsumer packaged goodsRetail environmentsNorth and Central AmericaA career that crossed borders and industries prepared “TG” Limcaoco for leading BPI. The CEO reflects on navigating disruption while staying anchored in trust, purpose, and people.https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/future-of-asia/banking-across-islands-bpis-limcaoco-on-leadership-and-transformation3c7a4446-ba23-4f85-9d7a-cf696628e3abMon, 30 Mar 2026Future of AsiaBankingSoutheast AsiaCIOs have long struggled to balance enterprise tech budgets—and big investments in AI are compounding the problem. Our research shows how they can reallocate expenditures to generate maximum growth.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/mckinsey-technology/our-insights/recalibrating-technology-budgets-for-the-ai-erafc0b12d9-0bfc-4685-bb40-d955eb48715aMon, 30 Mar 2026Our Insights on TechnologyAs the AI boom fuels a surge in data center buildouts, semiconductor companies must make bold strategic moves—not incremental adjustments—to capture the next wave of value.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/semiconductors/our-insights/the-next-era-of-semiconductor-value-creation3dde32b7-3341-4be4-97db-dcae75bd7068Mon, 30 Mar 2026Insights on SemiconductorsSemiconductorsAs AI and its uses advance, the scope of engineering simulation is changing, redesigning the way engineering is done and moving the center of value creation.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/operations/our-insights/the-next-horizon-engineering-simulation-for-an-ai-powered-worldd0e20192-bd35-4753-a248-1250d02ee484Fri, 27 Mar 2026Insights on OperationsProduct developmentExecutives’ optimism about economic conditions globally and at home faded as geopolitical tensions escalated, and concern shifted toward geopolitical instability and energy prices.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/strategy-and-corporate-finance/our-insights/economic-conditions-outlook94c86e8f-5fb8-4603-a0ca-f1ee1a90d41aFri, 27 Mar 2026Strategy & Corporate Finance InsightsEconomic StudiesCorporate FinanceCapital is pouring into data center development, but there are real constraints on growth. Incumbents can’t meet demand for power and thermal equipment, creating room for new codesign entrants.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/technology-media-and-telecommunications/our-insights/the-7-trillion-dollar-data-center-build-out-how-industrials-can-capture-their-share3c335a5c-857d-40b0-8a0b-43b61c9714e7Fri, 27 Mar 2026Our InsightsMachinery & industrial goodsIndustrial high techTechnology, Media & TelecommunicationsGenerative AIA rapidly evolving industry means CIBs must ramp up productivity, embrace AI, and sharpen their competitive edge to better position themselves for long-term success.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/financial-services/our-insights/how-radical-simplification-can-transform-corporate-and-investment-banking88daf9bf-eaf7-4894-8d56-5258155a3333Thu, 26 Mar 2026Insights on Financial Services Investment bankingIn the arenas, investment cycles are accelerating, value pools are shifting, and a new type of competitor is scaling across industries.https://www.mckinsey.com/mgi/our-research/the-race-takes-off-in-the-next-big-arenas-of-competition8505640f-9448-4048-b402-79857ba19a0cThu, 26 Mar 2026ResearchMGI ResearchGeopolitical conflict is adding to global economic uncertainty as energy prices rise. Across markets, consumer affordability remains the dominant pressure point.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/strategy-and-corporate-finance/our-insights/global-economics-intelligence384a1022-063a-4b70-9b61-9ce3a506b5cfThu, 26 Mar 2026Strategy & Corporate Finance InsightsEconomic StudiesCorporate FinanceStrategyA competitive US commercial shipbuilding market could help support economic and national security interests, and a combination of bold, strategic actions could make it a reality. Here’s how.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/aerospace-and-defense/our-insights/bold-moves-to-restore-us-commercial-shipbuilding-competitiveness233f6924-9b04-47f5-8d30-c9cfd9135363Thu, 26 Mar 2026Aerospace & Defense InsightsAerospaceManufacturingTransport manufacturingMachinery & industrial goodsNorth AmericaLean manufacturingManufacturing operationsSupply chain managementAuthenticity is supposed to be an ideal to strive for in the workplace. But does it actually help us thrive?https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/the-problem-with-bringing-your-whole-self-to-work2f0e0abc-592c-4eee-8d7d-0801bc399e7aWed, 25 Mar 2026Insights on People and Organizational PerformanceJA Worldwide and McKinsey are using responsible generative AI to scale personalized communication coaching for students around the world.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/education/how-we-help-clients/preparing-the-next-generation-of-confident-communicators-in-an-ai-driven-economy40ade6f0-c656-44ed-9a5c-c51331b678c7Wed, 25 Mar 2026How We Help ClientsThe rise of agentic AI is exposing enterprises to new cybersecurity risks, creating extensive opportunities for providers that can make the world of autonomous systems safer.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/risk-and-resilience/our-insights/securing-the-agentic-enterprise-opportunities-for-cybersecurity-providers5a57939c-44ba-4483-bcff-997450573e7eTue, 24 Mar 2026Risk & Resilience InsightsHigh Tech & InternetMcKinsey TechnologyDigitalArtificial IntelligenceAircraft maintenance organizations can address the struggle for talent by boosting their own technicians’ productivity.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/travel/our-insights/addressing-the-shortage-of-aviation-maintenance-technicians0ef62b94-f079-4e1a-9493-d7db6a018a25Tue, 24 Mar 2026Insights on TravelAerospaceTravelAirlinesTalentThe Dominican Republic, in partnership with McKinsey, finds that protecting critical ecosystems could generate up to $5 billion in value.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/public-sector/how-we-help-clients/uncovering-economic-potential-through-environmental-stewardshipbac2ada4-3b83-4735-95a9-10f2d26c5c1bMon, 23 Mar 2026How We Help ClientsPrivate capital’s role in meeting the world’s growing need for infrastructure continues to grow, with record fundraising and deployment in 2025.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/private-capital/our-insights/global-private-markets-report/infrastructureaf82ab7b-2d92-48dd-8c82-519ecf3a0c39Mon, 23 Mar 2026Global Private Markets ReportInfrastructureForeign direct investment is increasingly being channeled into future-shaping industries, reconfiguring trade networks.https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/future-of-asia/future-of-asia-podcasts/all-shook-up-how-foreign-direct-investment-is-shaping-future-businessdf4f0256-093a-4f2a-ad33-7ae2f6d8e216Mon, 23 Mar 2026Future of Asia PodcastsAsia-PacificWhat distinguishes those who achieve sustained excellence in the CEO job? In-depth conversations with leaders reveal five common principles they rely on to guide their actions.https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/staying-in-the-game-how-women-ceos-build-leadership-that-endures4aea9bc3-4b24-41e6-b71a-97a4008dd2ddFri, 20 Mar 2026Insights on People and Organizational PerformanceWomen & LeadershipPersonal effectivenessOrganizationInvestors in European infrastructure continue to broaden their exposure and deploy high levels of dry powder. The future of the sector promises to be interesting in a competitive investor environment.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/infrastructure/our-insights/european-infrastructure-is-evolving-and-investors-are-tooafe7a9a0-198f-469f-b125-18c69fb87e55Thu, 19 Mar 2026Insights on InfrastructureInfrastructureInvestmentsEuropeStrategyMicroeconomicsArtificial IntelligenceThe chemical industry today is contending with many difficulties, including hampered growth with new and existing customers. Gen AI could make the difference.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/chemicals/our-insights/rewiring-for-growth-in-chemicals-with-advanced-analytics-and-gen-ai3ad3ddd7-4ec3-458c-9e3c-21f7c2d406faThu, 19 Mar 2026Chemicals InsightsChemicalsArtificial IntelligenceSalesGrowthTariff splashes, AI waves, and the ripples reshaping global trade.https://www.mckinsey.com/mgi/our-research/geopolitics-and-the-geometry-of-global-trade-2026-updateeda603b5-5725-48f5-a60c-33293c6a5e48Thu, 19 Mar 2026ResearchGeopoliticsMGI ResearchPrivate equity leaders face relentless pressure to deliver fast results. New research shows how the best of them respond—and what others can learn from their discipline.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/private-capital/our-insights/leadership-lessons-from-private-equity-ceos85e67be3-a13a-452b-aa30-b2a28c9f208cThu, 19 Mar 2026Insights on Private CapitalPrivate EquityPrivate CapitalLeadershipThe McKinsey PodcastOver ten years, Körber transformed from a machinery-only company to one that offers a complete technology stack. Chairman Stephan Seifert details how it pivoted to achieve almost 100 percent growth.https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/industrials/our-insights/the-big-pivot-interview-with-korber-ceo-stephan-seifert8abebf8d-1d60-4320-86e0-01cd6309afb1Wed, 18 Mar 2026Insights on IndustrialsManufacturingSoftwareHardwareIndustrials & ElectronicsEuropeStrategic planningMergers & acquisitionsGrowth