The McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) is a research arm of McKinsey & Company that aims to provide insights on global economic trends and management decisions. MGI's research covers a wide range of industries and themes, including productivity and growth, natural resources, labor markets, financial markets, technology and innovation, and urbanization. The organization has been ranked the world's number-one private-sector think tank by the Lauder Institute at the University of Pennsylvania. MGI's research is conducted using a "micro-to-macro" methodology, which examines microeconomic trends to understand broader macroeconomic forces. The organization's reports have been published on a variety of topics, including the digital economy, the impact of AI and automation on employment, income inequality, and the productivity puzzle. MGI is led by three senior partners and several partners, and its research is widely recognized as a valuable resource for leaders in the commercial, public, and social sectors.