Reuters NEXT is the definitive annual live journalism series hosted by the world’s largest and most trusted news agency.
Produced in partnership with Reuters’ award-winning newsroom, NEXT brings together global policymakers, business leaders, and forward thinkers to tackle the greatest challenges and opportunities facing business, society, and the world at large. Our journalists ask questions to dig beyond the headlines to deliver market-moving insights.
At a time when truth and new ideas have never been more important, we examine the big issues from every perspective, providing a roadmap for the way ahead. Building a better tomorrow begins with a clearer understanding of today.
Reuters NEXT Europe marks the inaugural European edition of our global live journalism series, arriving at a pivotal moment for the continent. With delivery as the clear mandate, we chart Europe’s next chapter across defence, energy, AI and industrial renewal. This is the coalition for action: where ideas scale, alliances form, and Europe sets the pace.
The NEXT series returns to Singapore for the third year, leading the conversation about change in the world’s most populous region, a major driver of global economic growth. Asia’s economic dynamism, growing middle class, key role in global trade, technological innovation, and ecological dynamics will define global affairs for decades to come.
The NEXT series returns to Abu Dhabi, focusing on the Middle East, a fast-growing region being supercharged by industries like AI, tourism, trade and finance as it diversifies beyond oil and gas. Outpacing global growth, the Gulf region finds itself well placed to take advantage of opportunities arising in the new world order.
Our live journalism summit returns home, to the global financial hub of New York, with two days of discussions across three stages. New York is where we host conversations about the hottest topics on everyone’s agenda for 2026 – from major geopolitical developments and their impacts on finance and markets to the latest breakthroughs in AI and transformative consumer trends.
The constantly shifting global landscape presents a complex array of challenges and opportunities for political and business leaders to navigate. As great power dynamics evolve – and devolve - international relations are being redefined. We discuss the implications of recent developments on global stability, security, and cooperation, examining What’s NEXT for the key geopolitical trends shaping our world?
The global economy is at a critical juncture, with trade tensions, technological disruption, and shifting consumer behaviours influencing market directions and investment decisions. We look at looming opportunities and risks for the global economy. What’s NEXT for growth, innovation, and resilience?
The financial services sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by advances in technology, evolving regulatory requirements, and changing customer expectations. What’s NEXT for digitalization, sustainable finance, and the ongoing quest for innovation and competitiveness in the sector?
The world stands at a pivotal moment in the evolution of technology, particularly artificial intelligence. As governments and corporations race to harness the power of AI, there are big and complex questions about how the technology is created, shared and used. What’s NEXT in one of the most rapidly advancing technological eras in history?
The challenge of addressing climate change and promoting sustainable development has become a defining issue of our time, with far-reaching consequences for businesses, economies, and societies. What’s NEXT for the transition to a low-carbon economy, the role of sustainable finance, and balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship and social responsibility?
Effective leadership is critical in today's fast-paced, interconnected world, where businesses must navigate complex challenges, capitalize on emerging opportunities, and build resilience in the face of uncertainty. What’s NEXT for corporate leaders and the businesses they helm amid geopolitical ructions and an evolving regulatory environment?
At Reuters NEXT, we combine Reuters’ global reach as the trusted source of intelligence with the insights and expertise of our partners and speakers to create a powerful convening space for progressive leaders and change makers. Our community brings passion, experience, and expertise to an environment designed to spark new ways of thinking.
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