These are the greatest risks facing the world in 2026

The world has entered an ‘age of competition’, with 57% of experts predicting turbulent or stormy times ahead over the next decade. From state-based armed conflict to trade wars, extreme weather events and misinformation, the Global Risks Report 2026 leans on expert opinion to identify the top threats facing the world today. The report polls 1,300 leaders from a range of sectors for their predictions for the immediate future, for the next two years and for the next decade. You can read the full report here: https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-risks-report-2026/