Global Risks Report 2026

On 14th January 2026, the World Economic Forum (WEF) published the Global Risks Report 2026, the 21st edition of its annual report.

  • The report analyses global risks through 3 time frames to support decision-makers in balancing current crises and longer-term priorities.

Key Findings

  • Geo-economic confrontation is ranked as the top global risk and the most likely trigger of a material global crisis in 2026.
  • State-based armed conflict ranks second and is increasingly linked with economic instability.
  • Extreme weather events remain a major concern but have slipped in ranking in the short-to-medium term.
  • Societal polarisation and misinformation and disinformation are identified as serious risks affecting ....
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