2026 Edelman Trust Barometer

The 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer reveals a world retreating towards insularity. As economic anxiety, geopolitical tension, and technological disruption intensify, people are narrowing their world to smaller, familiar circles that reflect their views, and this hinders economic and societal progress. This year’s report identifies a path forward to restoring trust and rebuilding connection and collaboration across society through Trust Brokering.

Attendees heard from Aaron Guiterman, U.S. Chair of Edelman’s U.S. Government and Public Affairs practice and Julia Fisher, Executive Vice President, Edelman Smithfield and NACD NJ director, for a presentation of this year’s report and discussion of implications for Boards, management teams and business.