2026 North America
industry trends
What to expect in the year ahead
As organizations prepare for 2026, leaders across financial services and energy are navigating accelerating changes in technology, evolving regulation, economic uncertainty, and rising performance expectations.
Our 2026 Trends explore the forces shaping the year across Banking and Payments, Capital Markets, Cybersecurity, Energy, and Wealth Management, highlighting where institutions should focus to remain competitive.
North America Wealth Management
For the North American Wealth Management sector, the era of fragmented tools and siloed advice is ending. The past year has seen a fundamental shift in how information is delivered, how platforms are architected, and what assets define a modern portfolio. These trends will continue to evolve through 2026.
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North America Energy
Historically, North America’s energy system centered on large-scale power generation delivered in a one-way flow to customers and businesses. That model is shifting as new market engagement patterns emerge.
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US Capital Markets
In 2026, the financial landscape across the United States will continue to experience structural uncertainty that defies traditional market cycles. The “wait and see” ethos has evaporated, making this a pivotal year for action and execution.
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Global Cybersecurity
From the rise of automated and agentic AI threats to the imminent challenge of quantum computing, a series of emerging threats are exposing fresh vulnerabilities in financial services. With diminishing regulatory patience for slow responses and traditional perimeter defenses no longer adequate, the narrative is shifting from “How well are you preparing?” to “Show us you are ready.”
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The expert voices behind the 2026 trends
Phil Kerkel
Partner phillip.kerkel@capco.com
Marc Biro
Managing Principal marc.biro@capco.com
Matt Rodgers
Managing Principal matthew.rodgers@capco.com
Ridha Mesli
US Cybersecurity lead ridha.mesli@capco.com
James Musgrave
Canada Cybersecurity lead james.musgrave@capco.com
Wealth Management trends
Energy trends
Erika Schmitt
Managing Principal
erika.schmitt@capco.com
Vikas Mukhi
Managing Principal
vikas.mukhi@capco.com
Energy trends
Capital Markets trends
Capital Markets trends
Cybersecurity trends
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