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| | | | It’s July 4th weekend in the US. Spend the holiday with our latest insights on what today’s luxury consumers want, early-life wealth building, and more.
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| | By 2030, the global luxury market is expected to reach $700 billion, with the United States and China driving much of its growth. Anita Balchandani, Cyrielle Villepelet, Gemma D’Auria, and coauthors examine four consumer expectations reshaping demand: emotional connection, exclusivity, memorable experiences, and the thrill of discovery. | | | |
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| | The new federally backed 530A program, also known as “Trump Accounts,” aims to help families build wealth for a child’s future, but will it translate into meaningful asset accumulation over time? Duwain Pinder, Jimmy Sarakatsannis, Shelley Stewart III, and coauthors examine how differences in participation and contribution patterns could shape long-term outcomes. | | | |
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| | Geopolitical volatility is only getting more complicated—are you prepared? Alfonso Natale, Ziad Haider, and Andreas Raggl outline five actions leaders can take to build strategic readiness and prepare for a range of outcomes. | | | |
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| | Need inspiration for your next book? McKinsey’s annual book recommendations list is back, and it features nearly 100 standout titles handpicked by CEOs, innovators, authors, and global leaders. Explore the collection and discover your next great read. | | | |
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| | | | | Competitiveness has moved to the top of the global agenda, and investment is its indicator and its outcome. In the context of dramatically diverging investment patterns globally, companies and regions can pull seven levers to level up. | | Download the full report  | | | |
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| | | | | In early June, executives were more downbeat on the economy than they have been in years and reported divided expectations for the coming months. Energy prices loomed large, and companies have been making defensive changes in response. | | Get updated | | | |
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| | | | | New findings show misses matter only when they signal a weaker outlook. Plus, guidance on disclosures, earnings calls, and long-term communication. | | 4 recommendations | | | |
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| | | —Edited by Nadia Wynter, editor, Washington, DC
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