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The future of work after COVID-19

The pandemic accelerated existing trends in remote work, e-commerce, and automation, with 25 percent more workers than previously estimated potentially needing to switch occupations.

Author Talks: Indra Nooyi

The trailblazing former CEO of PepsiCo discusses the events that shaped her life and offers a blueprint for work–family conundrums.

The Asian Century, two years on

Singapore-based senior partner Oliver Tonby elaborates on Asia's economic recovery in the face of the pandemic, and why recovery will happen at multiple speeds across the region.

McKinsey Live - Great Attrition or Great Attraction

A record number of employees are quitting or thinking about doing so. Organizations that take the time to learn why—and act thoughtfully—will have an edge in attracting and retaining talent.

The Next Normal: The future of wellness

The wellness market is booming, as consumers spend more on products that improve their health, fitness, nutrition, appearance, sleep, and mindfulness.

Climate change

Three questions to assess your climate risk

McKinsey senior partner Jonathan Woetzel outlines the seven characteristics of physical climate risk and the three questions every person should ask to assess their level of risk.

Why a stable climate is important for our businesses and our lives

McKinsey Global Institute senior fellow Mekala Krishnan explains how climate impacts are nearer than you might think.

CEO Interview: CDPQ invests in climate action

Charles Emond oversees more than $291 billion in investments around the world. He wants to see real action on climate change.

Reflections: America 2021: Commit to climate action

To America’s leaders, innovators, and changemakers: here’s how you can help build a low-carbon economy that is resilient, competitive, prosperous, and fair.

How businesses are already impacted by climate change

McKinsey partner Hauke Engel shares why businesses must assess climate risk throughout their operations.

Diversity and inclusion

Black savers and investors face a large wealth gap

Black workers face gaps in representation, participation, and pay

Insights to impact

New research reveals the challenges that LGBTQ+ employees face, and six ways to help them bring their authentic selves to work. McKinsey partner Diana Ellsworth describes key insights.

You’ve got to live it

“Policies and procedures are just one part of the diversity and inclusion mix,” says TD Wealth’s Al Ramsay.

Make gender diversity core to hiring

Entrepreneur First cofounder Alice Bentinck, who helps foster high-tech start-ups, discusses what it will it take to get more women into tech careers.

Regional perspectives

America 2021: Rebuild lives and livelihoods

To America’s leaders, innovators, and changemakers: the post–World War II recovery offers lessons for the post-COVID-19 future.

Innovating Europe

Europe needs to innovate at scale to support its economic and social system.

The future of Asia

For years, Western observers have talked about Asia’s massive future potential. But the future arrived even faster than expected. The question is no longer how quickly Asia will rise; it is how Asia will lead.

Author Talks

Author Talks with Dorothy Brown: What problem were you trying to solve with this book?

In her new book, the Emory University law professor explains why US tax policy disadvantages Black Americans—and how to make the system more equitable.

Author Talks: Parag Khanna - Why is this topic relevant amid a pandemic with very little movement?

Parag Khanna provides a vision of the next phase of human civilization—one that is both mobile and sustainable.

New from the McKinsey Global Institute

What Nextdoor research reveals about strengthening communities

The neighborhood app aims to create ‘strong weak ties’ during the crisis that help its neighbors persevere.

How COVID-19 changed consumer demand

The COVID-19 pandemic caused an unprecedented consumer demand shock. What happens when the pandemic is over?

Why a 1 pp increase in productivity growth is possible after the pandemic

During the pandemic, governments and businesses responded boldly. Both must broaden action to deliver on productivity while boosting consumption and investment.

What is the McKinsey Global Institute?

Our mission at the McKinsey Global Institute is to understand global trends and develop insightful perspectives on how they shape the world around us.

McKinsey Live

McKinsey Live

Public events to help leaders, organizations, and communities respond to the COVID-19 crisis.

Returning to corporate travel: How do we get it right?

By taking into account a multitude of factors and developing some critical skills, corporate-travel players can be prepared for what is likely to be an uneven and complicated comeback from the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The future of business: Tech trends that matter

The pandemic emboldened companies to adopt new types of technology. Which ones will affect your industry and organization the most, and which will maximize your company’s competitive edge?

The Future of Industries

Capability building in 2030

Four McKinsey leaders—Jon Garcia, Liz McNally, Daniel Pacthod, and Michael Park—describe the ways in which capability... building could evolve in the next decade.

The future of sustainable fashion

Consumers will increasingly expect—and demand—an emphasis on sustainability from fashion brands. Circular business... models won’t be optional.

The future of car buying

Three McKinsey partners describe how the experience of purchasing an automobile might change in the coming decade—and how... car dealerships should evolve.

The Next Normal: Omnichannel shopping in 2030

Four McKinsey leaders envision the future of retail.

The CEO Moment

People are our most important asset

Alain Bejjani, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim, explains why layoffs are not the best cost-cutting solution.

A mission-driven culture

Moderna’s delivery of a COVID-19 vaccine comes on the heels of revolutionary science that may accelerate innovation across... the industry well into the future.

Living proof

Union Pacific CEO Lance Fritz explains what his organization needs from him during the pandemic.

Adapting Healthcare to COVID-19

Kate Walsh shares how Boston Medical Center, New England’s largest safety-net hospital, has had to adapt to the pandemic—and... why there’s no going back.

Corporate Purpose

Author Talks Hubert Joly: The Heart Of Business

The former chairman and CEO of Best Buy describes the leadership principles required to thrive in capitalism’s next era.

Peter Harmer on remote work and work-life integration

Digital technologies are important, but “good, old-fashioned trust” is indispensable, says Peter Harmer.

Inside McKinsey

McKinsey Institute for Black Economic Mobility

Our goal is to inspire, empower, and sustain action that leads to the economic development of Black communities across the globe.

Change that Matters

We create Change that Matters through transformation, enabled by technology, and sustained through capabilities.

Innovating foster care

A short film about our work with Foster America.

Rethinking recycling

This video captures some of McKinsey.org’s initial work in a pilot project in Barrio 31, an informal settlement in Buenos Aires.