Mumbai, May 20 : The eighth edition of the Bloomberg New Economy Forum (the “Forum”), hosted in India for the first time, will convene more than 500 of the world’s most influential public and private sector leaders in New Delhi on October 13-15, 2026. Under the official theme “A World in Play: Defining the New Levers of Power,” delegates will examine the changing state of geopolitics, identify the risks and opportunities presented by this period of uncertainty, exchange ideas and collaborate on a roadmap toward future prosperity.
The invitation-only event will gather current and former heads of state, central bank governors, Fortune 100 CEOs, sovereign investors, technology founders and critical infrastructure operators during a moment of profound global realignment. The Forum’s newsmaking plenaries, private breakouts, and bilateral meetings will help define the levers shaping the future – from technology and energy to critical minerals, control of capital and payment systems. Bloomberg’s media platforms, reaching 100 million people monthly, will deliver the Forum’s most consequential conversations and insights to audiences worldwide.
“Today, India stands at a defining moment in its journey. India is no longer just a destination for investment, it is a trusted partner in shaping the global future. In our pursuit of Viksit Bharat (Developed India), we are working to build one of the most reliable growth engines of the world and a balanced world economic order,” said Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India. “In this background, it is pleasing to note that Bloomberg New Economy Forum is going to be held in New Delhi in October 2026. The participants in this Forum will get an opportunity to experience the energy of a nation that is not just participating in the new economy, but actively defining it.”
“We launched the New Economy Forum to bring together leaders from business and government to navigate a rapidly changing world – and that mission has grown more urgent in recent months,” said Michael R. Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg LP and Bloomberg Philanthropies.
“India’s central role in innovation, investment, and global supply chains makes New Delhi an ideal place to gather, exchange ideas, and build partnerships that can help shape a more prosperous future.”
The 2026 Bloomberg New Economy Forum coincides with Bloomberg’s 30th anniversary in India, marking three decades of partnership supporting the evolution of the nation’s financial markets. As India enters its next ambitious chapter, Bloomberg remains committed to powering the data, transparency and connectivity essential to India’s future growth story.
Today, India stands as the second largest market globally for Bloomberg.com audience and Bloomberg TV viewership on Connected TV devices.
A 250% increase in subscribers since 2020 has also catapulted India into Bloomberg’s top subscription markets worldwide. To meet this demand, Bloomberg’s India bureau has grown to its largest ever, backed by a global newsroom of more than 3,000 journalists and analysts from over 100 bureaus around the world.
Founded by Michael Bloomberg in 2018, with an initial focus on East-West dialogue, Bloomberg New Economy has evolved into a year-round global community and platform that engages every corner of the world.
In the lead-up to this year’s Forum, Bloomberg New Economy’s global Advisory Board, co-chaired by Gina Raimondo, Former Secretary of Commerce of the United States of America and Mario Draghi, Former Prime Minister of Italy, will host a number of invitation-only gatherings. Additionally, the community’s threeCoalitions for Dynamic Cities, Energy Technology and International Cancer work, will convene to advance their respective workstreams.
Recent Bloomberg New Economy engagements include:
- An exclusive meeting on the sidelines of theIndia AI Impact Summit 2026, where Bloomberg New Economy Editorial Director Erik Schatzker and Bloomberg New Economy Board Member Rishi Sunak explored the sovereignty of AI, following remarks by Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, India’s Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, Electronics & Information Technology, on the impact of emerging technology.
- Dinner dialogue during theIMF 2026 Spring Meetings in Washington D.C. centered on the theme “The Costs of Hard Power.” The discussions examined the economic implication of global conflict and geopolitical realignment, featuring insights from Dan Katz, First Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund.
The 2026 Bloomberg New Economy Forum’s Founding Partners currently include Hitachi Energy, HSBC, Hyundai Motor Company and Tata Sons. Marsh is the exclusive Knowledge Partner, and PwC returns as a Presenting Partner. They are joined by Coalition Partners Schneider Electric and AstraZeneca. Additional partners will be announced in the coming months.