The world entering 2026 is shaped by forces that don’t always appear in the headlines. The economy feels steady but cautious. Technology moves faster than we notice. Energy systems are transforming unevenly. Climate pressure is now part of everyday planning. And people themselves are changing what they expect from work, life, and leadership.
In this second episode of the 2026 Global Outlook trilogy, I explore these engines and how they influence one another. My aim is to make the world feel clearer and more understandable, even when everything seems in motion.