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[Webinar] KEYS: Ipsos Global Trends: The Search for Silver Linings

Join us for our next webinar unveiling some insights of the new Ipsos Global Trends report.
Consumer Behaviour Publication

What Are the Consumer Trends Shaping the Future of Alcohol in 2026?

New global research from Ipsos and IWSR in collaboration with AB InBev highlights how moderation, social connection and premium experiences are reshaping alcohol consumption—while the category remains resilient.

Right direction or wrong track?

Do the public think their country is heading in right direction or is it off on the wrong track?
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[Webinar] KEYS: What can we learn from what happened in 2025?

Join us for the last installment of the year 2025
Global Trends Publication

The Power of Trust

As we are bombarded with information, we crave authentic messages from trusted sources but have a harder time figuring out who and what to believe. Focus on aligning your shared values with those of your audience to build trusted relationships.
Global Trends Publication

Escape to Individualism

As the world feels overwhelming, people are focusing on one thing they can control – themselves. But there’s a tension between those who strive for stature and those who focus more inward. Focus on leveraging trusted relationships to help people express their identities as they choose, even if they choose historical norms
Global Trends Publication

Retreat to Old Systems

As an escape to nostalgia is widely appealing, some people also yearn to revert to historical power structures around religion, politics, gender and more. Focus on the positive aspects of the past but realise that not everyone wants to return to it.
Global Trends Publication

Nouveau Nihilism

As economic stresses are preventing many from realising their long-term dreams, a sometimes- but-not-always-fatalistic “live for the moment” attitude is rising. Focus on helping people bridge the gap between their aspirations and their realities.
Global Trends Publication

Technowonder

As technology becomes more pervasive, there is a tension between excitement for all the problem-solving tools, connection and entertainment technology can bring us and concerns about privacy, job loss and potential for misuse. Focus on identifying the benefits and reducing concerns.