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Korea’s next S-curve: A new economic growth model for 2040

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Currently faced with a stagnating economy, South Korea could grow to become a top-seven economy by 2040 by adopting eight bold actions within three pillars.
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The emerging epicenter: Asia’s role in biopharma’s future
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Asia is now the epicenter of global biopharmaceutical progress—outpacing the United States and Europe in pipeline growth,...
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Economic conditions outlook, December 2025
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In a reversal from earlier in the year, economic sentiment turns more optimistic, with declining focus on trade policy and growing...
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2026 M&A trends: Navigating a rapidly rebounding market
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After dealmaking slowed momentarily in early 2025, global M&A activity quickly assumed a grand...
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Private equity: Clearer view, tougher terrain
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Private equity weather has improved, revealing more demanding, technical ground. Here’s what our analyses indicate for dealmakers,...
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Economic conditions outlook, December 2025
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 In a reversal from earlier in the year, economic sentiment turns more optimistic, with declining focus on trade policy...
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McKinsey Global Institute: 2025 in charts
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Here are some of the McKinsey Global Institute’s favorite data visualizations from 2025.
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Building the AI muscle of your business leaders
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The real competitive advantage with AI comes from having business leaders who can bridge business problems with the possibilities...
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The State of Fashion 2026: When the rules change
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Fashion leaders have moved past uncertainty, but challenges including economic volatility, evolving consumer priorities, and...
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Global Energy Perspective 2025

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Geopolitical uncertainty, shifting policies, and increasing demand for power are reshaping the energy landscape. In this year’s...
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