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Top global risks in 2026: A Radio Davos podcast featuring Marsh Risk’s Andrew George

Andrew George, President, Specialty at Marsh Risk, Gayle Markovitz and Saadia Zahidi from the World Economic Forum, and Peter Giger, Group Chief Risk Officer at Zurich Insurance, discuss the risks and strategies highlighted in the Global Risks Report 2026.

The Global Risks Report 2026, published by the World Economic Forum, provides a snapshot of the biggest risks facing the world in the near, medium, and long term. This year’s report shows that geopolitical and economic risks are on the rise as the world enters a new age of competition.

Andrew George, President, Specialty at Marsh Risk, recently joined Gayle Markovitz and Saadia Zahidi from the World Economic Forum and Peter Giger, Group Chief Risk Officer at Zurich Insurance, for a wide-ranging discussion about the risks highlighted in the report and strategies that businesses, governments, and societies can adopt to build resilience and thrive in a complex and evolving risk landscape. 

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Key takeaways

Embrace data-driven resilience in an age of competition

Operating in a multipolar world where political agendas shape market dynamics and supply chains requires proactive risk management and strategic decision-making supported by advanced data analytics and AI-powered tools. With risks modeled and assessed in real time, companies can build resilience through better insights and be better positioned to turn disruptions into opportunities.

Recognise societal polarisation and misinformation as strategic risks

Inequality, polarisation, and misinformation remain deeply interconnected risks that fuel instability across markets and communities. These societal challenges are no longer peripheral — they directly impact workforce stability, consumer trust, and regulatory environments. By engaging thoughtfully with these societal dynamics, businesses can mitigate reputational and operational risks and achieve sustainable growth and long-term value creation.

Keep environmental risks in focus despite short-term pressures

While environmental risks dominate the long-term outlook, they have been deprioritised in the near-term outlook given geopolitical and geoeconomic concerns. This risks being underprepared for extreme weather impacts and existential environmental threats. Businesses should continue to robustly measure and manage environmental risks, integrating resilience and sustainability into core strategies to protect assets, enable operational continuity, and unlock new growth opportunities in a changing climate.

This podcast was originally posted by the World Economic Forum.

Our speaker

Andrew George

Andrew George

President, Specialty, Marsh Risk

The Global Risks Report

The top risks for 2026 and beyond. Data and insights from more than 1,300 global experts and leaders.