The McKinsey Podcast

Navigating the new geopolitical uncertainty

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Jan 16, 2025
Cindy Levy and Shubham Singhal, global coleaders of McKinsey’s geopolitics work, share their expertise on navigating today's complex geopolitical landscape. They discuss how shifting global dynamics create both risks and opportunities for businesses. Key insights include the need for leaders to reassess market strategies, particularly in fast-growing regions like India and Southeast Asia. They also highlight the critical importance of tariff awareness and the agility required in financial services to adapt to trade policy changes.
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INSIGHT

Geopolitics Matters

  • Geopolitics is back on the CEO agenda, driven by nations' competing strategic priorities.
  • These tensions create both risks and opportunities for global businesses.
ADVICE

Assess Geopolitical Opportunities

  • Analyze how geopolitical shifts affect your value creation, focusing on growth opportunities.
  • Consider market entries and commercial team alignment with new trade corridors.
ANECDOTE

Examples of Geopolitical Opportunities

  • Some consumer goods companies are accelerating market entry into India due to geopolitical shifts.
  • Global financial firms are increasing their presence in Southeast Asia to capitalize on new trade corridors.
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