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Most people worldwide believe at least one of 6 common medical myths A global Edelman survey yields “a stunning set of facts”: Seven in 10 believe at least one debunked health claim regardless of education, politics, or age. Fortune · Apr 22
Trust has become the crisis CEOs can’t ignore at Davos, as new data show 70% of people turning more 'insular' Trust guru Richard Edelman worries that time is running out for leaders to rebuild trust. Fortune · Jan 20
Behind the Curtain: Republicans see dire 2026 warning signs in these 5 polls Everywhere Republicans look, they see big political trouble. Axios · Nov 20, 2025
Gen Z and young millennials twice as likely as older patients to believe the average person ‘can know just as much as a doctor’ Young adults are also most likely to drop a medical provider over political differences, according to an eye-opening new report. Fortune · Apr 25, 2025
Cop30 in talks to hire PR firm that worked for lobby seeking weaker Amazon protections Revealed: Edelman worked for Brazilian trade group accused of pushing for environmental rollbacks in Amazon The Guardian - US · Mar 17, 2025
Amid a global loss of trust, institutions must prove their value What institutions do Americans trust the most? Businesses, according to the latest Edelman Trust Barometer. Fortune · Feb 5, 2025
PR giant Edelman sounds alarm over ‘descent into grievance’ in Davos – but whose fault is that? While the global PR firm blames ‘economic fears’ for this ‘age of grievance’, the executive class doesn’t seem very fearful The Guardian - US · Jan 23, 2025
Richard Edelman: 'Grievance makes society dysfunctional' Also: Another EV startup files for bankruptcy, how much can DOGE actually do? Fortune · Jan 21, 2025
Global study shows majority of 18-34 year olds support using violence and disinformation to drive change The 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer signals a shift from fear to grievance. Fortune · Jan 19, 2025
Edelman CEO: Plummeting trust in institutions has the world slipping into grievance. Here’s the fix The Edelman Trust Barometer reveals a desperate need for honesty and economic optimism as it turns 25. Fortune · Jan 14, 2025
Exclusive: More trust themselves to make health decisions The growing rise of "health empowerment" is a double-edged sword. Axios · Apr 18, 2024
More CEOs fear their companies won't survive 10 years as AI and climate challenges grow, survey says More executives are feeling better about the global economy The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024
First Thing: Houthi missile fired at US warship shot down as Red Sea tensions rise US Central Command says missile from Houthi-controlled area of Yemen was launched towards USS Laboon before being shot down by fighter jets. Plus, is booing at the theatre actually a good thing? The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2024
Fortune · Jan 15, 2024 Business is again more trusted than government or the media Trust is also in short supply in developed countries, relative to the developing world.
Fortune · Nov 29, 2023 How to talk about a war at work: Sometimes the bravest stance is not taking a stance In a divided, violent world, leaders’ humility, willingness to listen, and core values are what matter most.
The Guardian - US · Nov 24, 2023 Revealed: how top PR firm uses ‘trust barometer’ to promote world’s autocrats Edelman, world’s largest public relations company, paid millions by Saudi Arabia, UAE and other repressive regimes
Fortune · Nov 10, 2023 CEOs defend corporate 'purpose' amid ESG backlash The Amazon founder's estate could save about $32 billion in taxes by relocating to Miami.
Fortune · Nov 9, 2023 Execs are rethinking how to weigh in on social issues in the face of economic headwinds While many shy from saying “ESG,” they maintain their aspirations to work toward a more equitable future are intact.
Fortune · Oct 19, 2023 How company leaders can respond to the Israel-Hamas war The principles guiding corporate response on a fraught topic.
Fortune · Oct 18, 2023 CEOs grappling with the war in Israel should talk to employees—and get off X "If you don’t speak up and frame the conversation, you leave all the others to react."
Fortune · Aug 24, 2023 Companies will need a 'cold risk-reward calculus' when it comes to social issues, Edelman's CEO says. Here's what they should consider In a polarized world, companies will need to be more cautious about their public stances, says Edelman CEO Richard Edelman.
Axios · Feb 2, 2023 America’s CEOs have gone silent on national tragedies This signals a major shift in the way leaders communicate during heightened moments of tragedy, with most opting for internal correspondence.
Fortune · Jan 17, 2023 Fewer people than ever think their life is going to get better as 'economic optimism collapses' worldwide Never before have so many households felt so pessimistic and negative towards their economic prospects.
Fortune · Jan 16, 2023 A survey of 32,000 people found that business is more trusted than NGOs, government, and the media 'Business is the sole institution seen as competent and ethical.'