Eight sessions over two days will feature top global leaders making the greatest impact on the global economy. Focused on the dynamic forces shaping the global economic and geopolitical system, each session is designed to inspire transformative, news-making dialogue to shape a more prosperous economy.

Programming at the World Economy Summit is powered by Semafor’s best-in-class global editorial and executive leadership.

Day 1

Wednesday, October 15

Morning Sessions

Morning Session • Gallup Great Hall

Resilient Retirement Systems

Demographic shifts are putting pressure on retirement savings in the US and elsewhere, threatening the financial security of individuals after a lifetime of work.

These changes are providing an opportunity for business leaders, investors, and policymakers to innovate to reverse this trend and ensure a more financially secure future for all. 

Presenting Partner

Morning Session • Gallup Great Hall

Global Growth & Trade: The New Normal?

Tariff headwinds, currency fluctuations and economic nationalism are overhauling global commercial ties. What are the new models for trade that will fuel economic growth and what are the obstacles to getting there?

Afternoon Sessions

Afternoon Session • Gallup Great Hall

The Future of US Manufacturing

The push to expand production in the US opens up opportunities, but is also roiling long-established supply chains and market efficiencies.

What is the ideal balance given the longer-term strategies of manufacturers and shorter-term geopolitical pressures?

Presenting Partner

Afternoon Session • Gallup Great Hall

Powering Tomorrow's Energy Demands

Energy resources are under pressure on multiple fronts as AI advances boost demand, while aging infrastructure and limited capacity are a drag on the sector. What role will emerging energy technologies and digital infrastructure play in defining tomorrow’s sustainable, interconnected energy landscape?

Presenting Partner

Day 2

Thursday, October 16

Morning Sessions

Morning Session • Gallup Great Hall

What’s Next for Global Finance & Markets

Financial markets are navigating new norms as investors reassess risks and opportunities.

What are the strategies, asset classes, and regions that are thriving in these uncertain times, and what does that mean for financial stability?

Morning Session • Gallup Great Hall

Economic Frontlines

As nations increasingly prioritize industrial policy and combine national security with economic security, how are policymakers, companies, and investors adapting to these shifts across sectors?

What are the implications for incentives, innovation, and capital flows in a world defined by rising geopolitical risk?

Afternoon Sessions

Afternoon Session • Gallup Great Hall

Digital Assets & Financial Infrastructure

The growing adoption of digital assets has expanded financial access, but also raises questions about whether the needed infrastructure and regulatory frameworks are also meeting the moment.

How do we provide quicker and cheaper financial services while prioritizing secure innovation?

Afternoon Session • Gallup Great Hall

AI & Economic Competitiveness

The rapid advancement of AI has long-term implications for global economies, from their talent pipelines to life-changing drug discoveries.

What are the forces shaping this technological race shaping and how is that motivating companies, investors and policymakers?

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