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Ahead of International Women’s Day this weekend, we asked women leaders across our network to share their perspectives on developing future‑ready skills, reinvention, and the human advantage that sustains long‑term success. Their message is clear: Confidence often follows action. Authenticity builds trust. Curiosity fuels reinvention. And meaningful careers are rarely linear — or built alone. To mark the day, we’re launching our Leaders Shaping Tomorrow Career Advice Toolkit, designed to provide practical, actionable guidance for navigating today's evolving world of work. Hear insights from five of our leaders as they reflect on leading with courage, creativity, and compassion. With thanks to Yolanda Seals‑Coffield, Ronaele Dathorne‑Bayrd, Juana Mollo, Pauline Ho, and Laura Hinton for their reflections and contributions. Explore the Career Advice Toolkit at pwc.com/IWD #LeadersShapingTomorrow #IWD2026

NEWS: We’re delighted to announce the appointments of Neil Parekh and Mads Nipper as External Directors to our Global Governance Board. Mads brings deep experience leading transformation across global organisations and industries, while Neil contributes extensive leadership across global financial markets, particularly in Asia. Find out more: pwc.com/gx/en/news-roo… #PwCProud

As more women join the workforce and gender gaps gradually close, progress remains mixed; weak job growth has led to higher female unemployment, yet investing in childcare and parental leave helps secure better jobs and fairer pay. #WomenInWork Index 2026: pwc.to/4aXJnhV

Warm wishes to all colleagues and communities celebrating Eid. May this special time bring peace, reflection, and joy to you and your loved ones. Eid Mubarak.

🗣️ "I've always believed that TMT powers the world. We are so centrally foundational to modernising the digital core, to reaching corners of the world that haven't been reached before, and to powering every industry that's out there. " - Lori Driscoll, Global Advisory TMT Industry Leader. 📽️ At Mobile World Congress earlier this month, Lori joined Robin Cole, Vice President Engineering at Microsoft, and explored how connectivity and computing power are converging to create new opportunities for businesses across industries. 🔎 Learn more about how we can help you navigate the opportunities and unlock value in this new era of connectivity: pwc.to/4sG0ewO #MWC26 #TMT #AI #DigitalInfrastructure #PwCatMWC

#Cybersecurity is about readiness. It means planning ahead and investing in proactive measures — before a crisis happens. 🔎 Discover our Global Digital #Trust Insights survey of 3,887 business and tech executives across 72 countries: pwc.to/4nssO2D

🩺 Technology has a tremendous opportunity to democratise healthcare, to improve lives and to make quality care accessible to people in hard-to-reach populations all over the world. 📽️ Speaking at Mobile World Congress earlier this month, our Global Health Industry Leader, Anthony Bruce, shares why the empowered patient is changing everything and why the big hyperscalers are moving in. 🔎 Technology is enabling new players and new ways of delivering care. Learn how innovation can deliver better outcomes for all: pwc.to/3P5Us9D #MWC #Healthcare #HealthTech #FutureOfHealth #AI #PwCatMWC

🛰️ Global #telecom traffic and revenue are rising. Service revenue will increase from US$1.15 trillion in 2024 to around US$1.32 trillion by 2029. Operators can monetise #AI-era connectivity and simplify for growth. Find out more: pwc.to/4kl4Khg #Puretone

Incumbents can drive innovation by partnering with start-ups by combining agility and scale for sustainable growth. Discover practical insights in the full article: pwc.to/45vZYHR #Reinvention

Financial services M&A started 2026 with new confidence. Private credit is reshaping deals and sector lines. See the trends and sector shifts: pwc.to/48eiZAh #PwCDeals

Last week at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, it was clear that the boundaries between automotive, technology and energy industries are blurring fast, bringing with it an enormous wave of new business opportunities. 📽️ Tanjeff Schadt, Partner at Strategy& Germany, shares why the software-defined vehicle is just the beginning. Learn more about how electric vehicles, connected mobility and new technologies are creating a new wave of growth and how we are helping businesses navigate the future of mobility: pwc.to/4s6v1mX #Automotive #Vehicles #PwCatMWC #MWC26

Discover how AI is transforming our workforce with our leaders on 12 March. Insights on AI adoption, productivity, and skills, plus our practical approach. Register to watch live or catch up on demand: pwc.to/3Nulff6

Only 42% of grads feel confident about post‑grad plans, a sign that our #AI era demands schools rethink not just what students know, but who they become. If traditional teaching no longer fits, what should learning look like? Read the full piece: pwc.to/3LYWxCB

The Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) sector doesn’t just participate in transformation – it powers it. And that’s been clear in conversations at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. From AI-native operations and autonomous agents to data sovereignty, robotics and the road to quantum, innovation in TMT continues to shape industries far beyond telecom. What starts in TMT quickly cascades into financial services, retail, healthcare and industrial sectors. At the same time, ecosystems are converging, bringing together established enterprises and emerging players to rethink how industries collaborate and compete. 📽️ Hear insights from our leaders on the ground at MWC, including Lori Driscoll, Jeanette Calandra, Chady Smayra, Nicki Wakefield, Joe Atkinson, Wilson Chow, Vinish Bawa and Quinton Pienaar. #PwCatMWC #MWC26 #TMT #AI

⚡ This week at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, it is clear that the energy transition extends far beyond the energy sector. 📽️️ Jeroen van Hoof, our Global Energy, Utilities and Resources Leader, highlights that there is no single silver bullet for the energy transition. As energy companies enter the data centre space and value chains are fundamentally redefined, progress comes from thinking differently and the smart application of technology and AI. 🔎  Learn more about how we're bringing our energy and industry expertise to the most critical conversations at #MWC26: pwc.to/4syh9SX #MWC26 #Energy #AI #PwCatMWC

Health M&A is booming in 2026, fuelled by resilience, innovation, and technology-led care models. Those who act early can capture growth opportunities. The main themes: derisked deals and capability building. Find out more: pwc.to/44GNEnu #HealthIndustries #PwCDeals

Wishing a happy Holi to everyone celebrating. As the Festival of Colours marks the arrival of spring, it is a meaningful time to recognise renewal, positivity and the value of diversity that strengthens our global communities.

🗣️ "Talk to me about the outcomes. Talk to me about the impact." - That’s what leaders are asking at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona this week. ️📽️ Jeanette Calandra, our Global Advisory Industries, Clients & Markets Leader, highlights how conversations around AI have moved beyond pilots into performance – with a sharper focus on ROI, accountability and measurable impact. 🔍 Learn more about how we’re bringing our expertise to the forefront of innovation and connectivity at MWC Barcelona this year: pwc.to/4syh9SX #MWC26 #AI #PwCatMWC

More women are joining the workforce and gender gaps are narrowing. Progress is mixed; weak job growth means higher female unemployment. Investing in childcare and parental leave leads to better jobs and fairer pay. Read the full #WomenInWork Index 2026: pwc.to/4aXJnhV

The next industrial revolution is here. By 2030, 44% of manufacturers’ revenue could come from new areas. Explore the outlook on tech, growth, and capability: pwc.to/4qLILC2 #IndustrialManufacturing