Wharton professor joins the show to discuss his new research on how competing outside of work can hinder collaboration.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton When Colleagues Compete Outside the Firm

Production networks that are capturing the value from digital transformation do so by tackling the scaling slump, investing in their workforce, and pursuing sustainability. Source: McKinsey Lessons from the Lighthouses

McKinsey’s latest quantum communication report explores growing investment in new quantum communication capabilities to help meet expanding demand for enhanced cybersecurity and quantum computing. Source: McKinsey Quantum communication growth drivers: Cybersecurity and quantum computing

The chairman and CEO of the French oil major talks about why he’s sticking to his strategy to gradually shift from oil to electrons, which he calls “the energy of the 21st century.” Source: McKinsey TotalEnergies’ tightrope transition: A talk with Patrick Pouyanné

Wharton experts speak with Leonardo Bonetti, associate professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine at Aarhus University.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton Cognition, Personality Tests, and Pro Soccer Players

Unprecedented shocks are affecting M&A activity and dealmaker behavior. Different analyses help bring uncertainty into focus—and suggest a range of outcomes. Source: McKinsey Uncertainty in M&A: Postcards from the new normal

Multiple trends will likely fuel M&A growth across technology, media, and telecommunications in 2025, with an increase in carve-outs as organizations look to simplify and reshape their corporate portfolios. Source: McKinsey Technology, media, and telecommunications: Software deals and creative partnerships will carry the day

Executives can take three important actions to integrate parent and target company cultures more smoothly and generate the intended value from a deal more quickly. Source: McKinsey Why managing culture is critical for value creation in M&A

In 2024, deals mostly stayed within national borders. In 2025, banking, wealth and asset management, fintech, payments, and capital markets face challenges but also have opportunities. Source: McKinsey Financial services: Dealmakers adapt to a shifting landscape

Despite the slowdown in dealmaking in 2024, there are good reasons to expect greater M&A activity in US healthcare in 2025 and 2026 as many players seek to pursue innovation and growth. Source: McKinsey US healthcare: Navigating through the headwinds