This holiday season, US consumers are striking a thoughtful balance between spending more intentionally, and making room for small indulgences that spark joy. Even amid inflation and uncertainty, early shopping and essentials-first priorities are shaping how people show up at checkout. For brands, it’s a chance to meet consumers with value and emotional connection. Explore what this means for 2026 in our latest research. https://mck.co/4pViile
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Today the world spends about $190 billion a year on adaptation. At 2°C, simply maintaining today’s protection levels could cost about 2.5 times more each year, while protecting to developed-economy standards could require 6.2 times as much – roughly $1.2 trillion annually. Read the full report from McKinsey Global Institute: mck.co/adaptation
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Performance reviews can make or break employee motivation. With the year-end season here, it’s time to rethink how feedback fuels growth. Highlight these four key strategies to set the stage for success in the new year. https://mck.co/48y37sD
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The AI landscape is moving quickly, and boards can’t assume current practices are enough. As competitive pressures rise and new risks emerge, board leaders will need to sharpen how they guide, challenge, and shape their organizations’ AI ambitions. Our latest perspective breaks down board archetypes, and the shifts that matter most for evolving oversight and unlocking value. Explore the insights:https://mck.co/48RTHai
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What does it take to scale a beloved brand without losing its soul? In conversation with Author Talks, Coach chairman emeritus Lew Frankfort reflects on the decisions behind Coach’s improbable rise, and why emotional connection matters as much as metrics. His “magic plus logic” approach offers timely lessons for leaders and entrepreneurs alike. Explore the interview. https://mck.co/4q758lx
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As AI reshapes work, the skills that endure may surprise you. New research from the McKinsey Global Institute finds that more than 70% of today’s skills are used in both automatable and non-automatable work. With AI taking on more routine tasks, people will apply their skills in new contexts. The partnership between people, agents, and robots is already taking shape as businesses embed new technologies in their workflows, changing skill profiles for jobs in many industries. Explore how this shift could reshape workflows, skills, and leadership: mck.co/aiskills
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What does it take to lead a company through continuous reinvention? In our newest Inside the Strategy Room, Hilton President & CEO Chris Nassetta joins Eric Kutcher for a conversation on transformation, culture, and how AI is reshaping the future of travel experiences. If you’re thinking about how to lead with clarity and impact, this one’s worth a listen. Tune in here: https://bit.ly/4iHQ0Zg
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✅Close out the year with confidence. ✅Set the intention for 2026. Outperforming CEOs go beyond the end-of-year push for performance—they also set the pace for the months ahead. These three focus areas can help leaders start off strong in Q1.
Most leaders use December to close the quarter, manage urgent issues, and push for final results. But, as senior partner and NYT bestselling author Carolyn Dewar writes, CEOs who consistently outperform treat this month differently. Discover the three year-end practices that separate those CEOs who set the pace for the next 12 months.
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What does it really take to outgrow the market year after year? Our research on leading B2B growers distills seven practical practices that act as a quick litmus test for whether an organization is truly set up for sustainable growth. See how your growth approach compares and where to focus next. Explore the article. https://mck.co/3KP7wy6