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The World in 2026

The Financial Times proposes to publish this FT Report in January 2026

We plan to include the following features (please note that this list is provisional):

Great power relations in the Trump era

The 2026 meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos will take place a year after Donald Trump’s second inauguration. How have relations between the world’s powers evolved in that time?

What next for global institutions?

Donald Trump has made no secret of his distaste for large multinational institutions, and the US has cut its involvement in a string of UN-related initiatives. Are bilateral relations between countries taking the place of multilateral efforts when it comes to solving the world’s problems?

Trade and tariffs

The world has started to adjust to the new era of tariffs. Have early predictions about the impact on global trade been realised? 

Global defence spending

Defence spending hit $2.46trn last year, up almost a tenth on 2023, and the rate of growth is likely to accelerate as countries fulfil promises to increase their security budgets and cut back elsewhere. 

Europe’s economy 

The European economy is stagnating - the IMF has forecast 1.1 per cent growth in 2026 for the Eurozone, well below the global rate of 3.1 per cent. We look at how the region’s leaders can generate extra growth.

AI and the workplace

Generative AI is already affecting the graduate marketplace, and has the potential to radically change employment patterns around the world. Policymakers are starting to prepare for the impact that the technology will have on society. 

APAC’s crypto boom

The volume of crypto transactions has been growing sharply in the APAC region, with India, Vietnam, and Pakistan among major markets. What is behind the growth, and will it be sustained in 2026? Will crypto become a commonly used means of exchange in the region?

Gen Z protest movements

Protest movements have been springing up against governments in Asia, Africa and Latin America in reaction to corruption, inequality and authoritarianism. Will these protests last, and will they achieve their aims?

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Milan 2026 Winter Games

The Financial Times proposes to publish this Special Report on 07 February 2026

We plan to include the following pieces of content (please note this list is provisional):

1. “A Games spread too thin?” — infrastructure & logistics under pressure

Milan’s Winter Olympics are shaping up to be a logistical stress test. With key competition venues separated by as much as eight hours of travel, the challenge of moving athletes, officials and fans efficiently is already raising alarms. The issue is compounded by unpredictable snowfall, putting transport reliability and scheduling at risk. The success of the Games may hinge on last-minute coordination fixes—and whether Italy can deliver infrastructure that matches the scale and visibility of the global spotlight.

2. “Back to performance” — Adidas attempts a strategic reset

After years of leaning heavily into fashion partnerships and lifestyle positioning, Adidas is pivoting back towards high-performance sportswear. Milan 2026 represents a staging ground for the brand’s renewed athletic identity. The company plans to spotlight new technical cold-weather gear, using elite competition to rebuild credibility and challenge Nike and Lululemon in performance innovation. The question: will consumers buy into this return to sport—or has the cultural pivot to fashion left a gap that’s now harder to reclaim?

3. “A leadership trial by ice” — Coventry’s early era faces scrutiny

Kirsty Coventry, newly positioned as a leading figure in the Games’ oversight and strategic direction, enters the role amid cost overruns, slow-moving broadcast negotiations, and rising public pressure over planning progress. Known globally for her athlete-first values, Coventry must now balance idealism with operational reality. Her ability to restore confidence, maintain unity across committees, and navigate media critique will help define both the tone and stability of the Games in the lead-up to opening ceremonies.

4. “Winning attention” — sponsors rethink how to reach audiences

With linear TV audiences declining and viewership splintering across platforms, brands and Olympic sponsors are rethinking where and how to activate. Rather than relying solely on traditional advertising windows, sponsors are planning to lean into athlete-driven storytelling, real-time social moments, and immersive fan experiences. Milan could become a blueprint for a new Olympic commercial model—if brands can execute at the speed and authenticity required by today’s digital-first sports fan.

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Global MBA Ranking 2026

The Financial Times proposes to publish this Special Report on 16 February 2026

We plan to include the following pieces of content (please note this list is provisional):

The 2026 FT Global MBA Ranking. 

Assessing the top business school providers of MBAs around the world, plus school profiles, key and methodology.

Analysis. 

The FT’s global education editor looks at how business schools performed in the ranking and why, plus broader trends in business education.   

ROI recalibration. 

As even some alumni of elite courses struggle in a tougher job market, prospective students are pressing schools hard on what return on investment they can expect - not least in the US, where costs are higher and applications are down. Can the MBA’s premium be justified as costs climb and outcomes soften?

High flyers. 

A survey of high-achieving members of MBA "honours societies" around the world: what they learnt, what was most valuable and how useful the degree has been in their careers and lives.

Apply yourself. 

A guide to choosing the right MBA programme for you and how to get on it, from applications to admissions consultants, essays, exams and interviews.

On course. 

How to get the most from the MBA experience, including what to expect, study tips, managing time and stress - and the job search.     

AI intel. 

Looking at the business schools around the world that are most advanced in teaching with, teaching about and research on artificial intelligence.

Charting the course:   The MBA in data and graphics. 

Voices of experience. 

Students and alumni from around the world answer questions on what they learnt and share tips for those who follow. 

On placements. 

A key part of many programmes, placements range from corporate projects to the highly adventurous, “learning by doing” in sometimes challenging environments.     

Professor’s column. 

An academic from a leading business school applies academic scrutiny to a current issue in business or leadership. 

Study story. 

A graduate explains in their own words and in depth why they decided to study for an MBA, what the experience was like and what it has meant in their working life and beyond.  

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Investing in Wine

The Financial Times proposes to publish this FT Report on 17 September 2026

We plan to include the following features (please note that this list is provisional):

Argentina 

Argentina’s wine industry has based its growth and success on the popularity of Malbec. But challenges are growing, as global drinking habits change and the peso strengthens. How is the wine industry - including big names such as Catena and Zuccardi - responding to these challenges? And how successful are attempts to diversify beyond Malbec and promote the industry through initiatives such as Cyber Wine Week?

Bordeaux / Burgundy 

A two year price crash during 2024-25 has offered opportunities to keen collectors in these two famous regions. Which wines offer good value? 

A Wine Trader’s View of Today’s Market 

Interview with a trader such as Gary Boom, the founder/CEO of Bordeaux Index, about how fine wine trading has changed in recent years and how younger investors view the market.

English Vineyards  

After a tough 2024 vintage and rising costs for vineyard owners, some winemakers put up For Sale signs. What has happened since? Will foreign winemakers buy more land as aging owners seek to cash out?

Italian wines

Italian wines get plenty of attention from wine lovers, but relatively few attract collectors. Which ones are worth considering for investors new to the country?

Storage

UK storage costs have risen just when the government has increased customs and VAT on wine. This has made holding lower value wines in external storage expensive. Should you clear out some of your lower priced wines?

Auctions

A review of the auction market for wine. Older collectors have increasingly put their large fine wine holdings up for sale.  

Wine Investment Schemes

Many investment schemes promise big or even steady returns based on past performance. But some of these businesses could be under financial pressure after years of declining fine wine prices and investor withdrawals. 

How to Sell

Buying is easy, but what about selling your fine wine? While collectors get plenty of help building their wine cellars, selling can require careful thought and planning. There are different routes to disposing of a selection of wines or an entire collection, including auctions, private sales or simply selling via a merchant. Associated costs may have to be balanced against efficiency and ease of exit.  

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