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J.P. Morgan NextList 2026

PublishedNov 24, 2025|Time to read8 min

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      As we embark on a new era of transformation, we stand at the intersection of legacy and innovation.

       

      This year’s NextList 2026 offers a selection of books, experiences and more designed to inspire big thinking and bold exploration.

       

       


       

       

      BOLD TITLES TO INSPIRE YOUR NEXT BIG IDEA 

       

       

      Epic disruptions: 11 innovations that shaped our modern world, by Scott D. Anthony

      EPIC DISRUPTIONS: 11 INNOVATIONS THAT SHAPED OUR MODERN WORLD

      By Scott D. Anthony

       

      Epic Disruptions by Scott D. Anthony explores 11 breakthrough innovations – from the iPhone and transistor to disposable diapers and Julia Child’s first cookbook – that have transformed industries and society, including today’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution. Using clear examples and analysis, Anthony highlights the patterns and bold thinkers behind these world-changing ideas. This timely book gives innovators and business leaders practical insights into how true disruption happens and how it shapes our future.

       

      By Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller, Vikram Malhotra, Kurt Strovink; authors of the New York Times bestseller "CEO Excellence." In collaboration with senior partners at McKinsey & Company.

      A CEO FOR ALL SEASONS: MASTERING THE CYCLES OF LEADERSHIP

      By Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller, Vikram Malhotra, Kurt Strovink

       

      McKinsey & Company’s guide shares advice from top leaders to help CEOs succeed at every stage, from getting started to leaving a legacy. Using insights from well-known executives and analysis of the top 200 CEOs – including leaders at Dell Technologies, NASDAQ and JPMorganChase – the book outlines key challenges and proven strategies for strong corporate leadership. It’s a must-read for aspiring CEOs, new leaders and board members, offering practical tips and pointing out common mistakes to help drive lasting success.

       

      Air jordan, by Adam Bradley, with a foreword by Michael Jordan

      AIR JORDAN

      By Adam Bradley, with a foreword by Michael Jordan

       

      Luxury book publisher Assouline’s tribute to Michael Jordan and his sportswear line Jordan Brand celebrates 40 years of achievement, innovation and cultural influence. Through photos and stories from the worlds of sports, business and design, author Adam Bradley shows how Air Jordans grew into a global icon, changing style and athletic standards. With rare items from Michael Jordan’s personal archives published for the first time, the book highlights how his drive, business vision and generosity have inspired people to pursue greatness in sports, business and life.

       

      G.O.A.T. wisdom: how to build a truly great business – from the founders of Beekman 1802, by  Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell

      G.O.A.T. WISDOM: HOW TO BUILD A TRULY GREAT BUSINESS – FROM THE FOUNDERS OF BEEKMAN 1802

      By Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell

       

      G.O.A.T. Wisdom shares 12 timeless principles for building a meaningful business, as discovered by the founders of goat milk–based skincare company Beekman 1802 on their entrepreneurial journey of turning a small rural business into a global brand. Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell offer practical lessons rooted in family values and customer devotion that helped them grow from selling soap locally in Upstate New York to merchandising their products worldwide. Their guide gives entrepreneurs from all backgrounds the tools and confidence to build a meaningful business.

       

      1929: inside the greatest crash in Wall Street history – and how it shattered a nation, by Andrew Ross Sorkin

      1929: INSIDE THE GREATEST CRASH IN WALL STREET HISTORY – AND HOW IT SHATTERED A NATION

      By Andrew Ross Sorkin

       

      1929 is a sweeping account of the personalities, ambitions and misjudgments that led to the Great Crash. Drawing on hundreds of fascinating sources, including newly uncovered documents, Sorkin brings to life the financiers, politicians and everyday figures caught in the market’s rise and fall. It’s both a vivid portrait of an extraordinary moment in American history and a study of how optimism and excess can shape – and unravel – an era.

       

      Still Bobbi: a master class in resilience and reinvention, by Bobbi Brown

      STILL BOBBI: A MASTER CLASS IN RESILIENCE AND REINVENTION

      By Bobbi Brown

       

      Still Bobbi is the first memoir from beauty icon Bobbi Brown, tracing her path from the suburbs to founding two major beauty brands – Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and, later, the clean beauty brand Jones Road. Sharing honest stories from her incredible career, Brown reveals how she changed the industry by championing natural beauty and authenticity. Her memoir offers practical advice and encouragement for anyone ready to embrace their potential and confidently start a new chapter.

       

      Leo Villareal: coding light, by Molly Donovan and Annie Dell’Aria, and an interview with Sarah Sze

      LEO VILLAREAL: CODING LIGHT

      By Molly Donovan and Annie Dell’Aria, and an interview with Sarah Sze

       

      Leo Villareal highlights over two decades of work by the artist known for turning code into dazzling light installations. Featuring more than 30 pieces – such as the installations Cosmos at Cornell and London’s Illuminated River – the book shows how Villareal uses cutting-edge technology to explore ideas about chance, rules and the underlying structure of systems. His newest artwork, the light installation Celestial Passage, illuminates the crown of JPMorganChase’s new 270 Park headquarters nightly and is visible throughout all five New York City boroughs.

       

      You already know: the science of mastering your intuition, by Laura Huang

      YOU ALREADY KNOW: THE SCIENCE OF MASTERING YOUR INTUITION

      By Laura Huang

       

      Laura Huang, distinguished business school professor, argues that intuition is the secret edge of the world’s most successful people, from Olympic athletes to top entrepreneurs. Using research and interviews, Huang explains the science behind gut feelings and shares practical exercises for turning a hunch into a reliable tool for making better decisions, boldly. As the world gets noisier, her insights help readers trust their instincts and reach their biggest goals.

       

      Drive different: restomods and iconic automobiles reimagined, by gestalten and Classic Driver

      DRIVE DIFFERENT: RESTOMODS AND ICONIC AUTOMOBILES REIMAGINED

      By gestalten and Classic Driver

       

      Drive Different is a visually striking book about the “restomod” movement, which seeks to rebuild classic cars with modern engineering and performance. Featuring unique custom builds, the book shows how the essence of older cars can be preserved while enhancing their speed and drivability. Perfect for car enthusiasts and designers who appreciate both history and cutting-edge technology, Drive Different celebrates the delicate balance between restoration and reinvention.

       

      The explorers club presents: letters from the edge: stories of curiosity, bravery, and discovery, by Jeff Wilser

      THE EXPLORERS CLUB PRESENTS: LETTERS FROM THE EDGE: STORIES OF CURIOSITY, BRAVERY, AND DISCOVERY

      By Jeff Wilser

       

      Letters from the Edge is a collection of letters, emails, interviews, field journals and other firsthand accounts from members of The Explorers Club, chronicling a century of daring adventures. From surviving volcanic eruptions in Australia to rescuing children from flooded caves in Thailand and diving to the wreck of the Titanic, these stories capture the courage, curiosity and resilience behind exploration. Letters from the Edge inspires readers to cultivate a spirit of adventure in their own lives.

       

      I can fit that in: how rituals transform your life, by Erin Coupe

      I CAN FIT THAT IN: HOW RITUALS TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE

      By Erin Coupe

       

      Leadership coach, podcast host and former Fortune 100 executive Erin Coupe offers a new approach to burnout – energy leadership instead of time management. Drawing on neuroscience and her own corporate journey, Coupe shares daily practices, from morning grounding rituals to device boundaries and micro-renewals, that help readers show up with clarity, focus and presence. By highlighting rituals of successful executives across industries, she shows that real productivity and fulfillment come from directing your energy, not just managing your time.

       

       


       

       

      CUTTING-EDGE EXPERIENCES AT THE FOREFRONT OF ARTS AND CULTURE  

       

       

      Lucas museum of narrative art, located in Los Angeles, CA

      LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART

      Los Angeles, CA

       

      The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, opening in 2026, invites visitors to explore storytelling across visual media, from painting and photography to comics, film and digital art. Founded by Star Wars filmmaker George Lucas and President and Co-CEO of Ariel Investments Mellody Hobson, the museum celebrates the power of narrative to shape culture and imagination, with works by artists including N. C. Wyeth, Norman Rockwell, Carrie Mae Weems, Jacob Lawrence, Diego Rivera and more. Situated in an 11-acre campus with extensive new green space, the museum will be a unique destination for anyone interested in how stories move and inspire us.

       

      Chess, a theater product, located in New York City, NY

      CHESS

      New York City, NY

       

      Chess returns to Broadway this fall at the Imperial Theatre in a bold new revival of the Cold War-era musical, starring Tony Award–winner Aaron Tveit from Moulin Rouge!, Lea Michele from Glee and Funny Girl and Nicholas Christopher from Sweeney Todd. With a new book by Emmy Award–winner Danny Strong and direction by Tony Award–winner Michael Mayer, this limited run reimagines the rivalry and romance between American and Russian chess champions, set to a pop-rock score by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus of ABBA as well as EGOT winner Tim Rice. Featuring favorite songs such as “One Night in Bangkok” and “Anthem,” Chess offers theatergoers a thrilling mix of passion, strategy and unforgettable music.

       

      Painting entitled Gudrun, by Gerhard Richter

      GERHARD RICHTER AT THE FONDATION LOUIS VUITTON

      Paris, France

       

      The Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris presents a major retrospective of one of the world’s most influential contemporary artists, Gerhard Richter (b. 1932). Showing 275 works, from his early photorealist paintings to his more recent luminous abstract canvases, the exhibition immerses visitors in his ongoing exploration of perception, memory and reality. Co-curated by former Tate director Sir Nicholas Serota and Dieter Schwarz, it offers a rare chance to engage with emblematic works across the German artist’s entire career, from Tante Marianne (1965) to Birkenau (2014).

       

      Gerhard Richter, Gudrun

      1987 (CR 633), huile sur toile,

      250 x 250 cm,

      Fondation Louis Vuitton, Paris

      © Gerhard Richter 2025 (18102025)

       

      Kahlo House Museum, located in Mexico City, Mexico

      MUSEO CASA KAHLO

      Mexico City, Mexico

       

      The recently opened Museo Casa Kahlo gives a unique look into Frida Kahlo’s early life, family and creative growth. Located in the historic Casa Roja, once home to Kahlo’s parents and later her sister, the museum features personal artifacts, childhood artwork and a newly discovered mural, all shedding light on the relationships and experiences that shaped her. With the Kahlo family’s voice at its center, Museo Casa Kahlo invites visitors to discover new stories, family treasures and contemporary art, deepening the world’s understanding of Kahlo’s legacy.

       

      National Geographic Museum of Exploration, located in Washington, DC

      NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MUSEUM OF EXPLORATION

      Washington, DC

       

      The National Geographic Museum of Exploration, opening in 2026, is a one-of-a-kind destination for explorers of all ages. With immersive exhibits and advanced technology, visitors go on exciting journeys across wildlife, landscapes, cultures and communities, experiencing the wonder of our planet in new ways. Designed to spark curiosity and expand the spirit of discovery, the museum serves as an open invitation to join National Geographic’s legacy of exploration and build deeper connections to the natural world.

       

      teamLab Phenomena, an immersive experience located in Abu Dhabi

      TEAMLAB PHENOMENA

      Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

       

      teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi offers a groundbreaking immersive art experience in which visitors enter a world of changing artworks that respond to movement, light and sound. Created by the internationally known art collective teamLab, this large, interactive space invites guests of all ages to explore the boundaries between art, technology and nature, encouraging curiosity, play and wonder throughout. Located in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District, teamLab Phenomena is a must-visit for anyone seeking inspiration and innovation in the heart of the United Arab Emirates.

       

      Dib Bangkok International Contemporary Art Museum, located in Bangkok, Thailand

      DIB BANGKOK INTERNATIONAL CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM

      Bangkok, Thailand

       

      Dib Bangkok, opening December 2025, is Thailand’s first museum dedicated to international contemporary art, located in a renovated 1980s warehouse in downtown Bangkok. Built on the collection of the late Petch Osathanugrah, Dib Bangkok features over 1,000 works by more than 200 artists, including Damien Hirst and Takashi Murakami, spread across 11 galleries, a sculpture garden and quiet spaces. With a mission to be a creative oasis and cultural bridge, Dib Bangkok welcomes art lovers and the curious to experience bold exhibitions, cross-cultural dialogue and the lively energy of Thailand’s growing art scene.

       

       

       


       

       

      NAPA VALLEY WINERIES THAT BLEND INNOVATION, ARTISTRY AND LEGACY

       

       

      Bevan Cellars, a vineyard

      BEVAN CELLARS

      Since 2005, Bevan Cellars has pursued the art of precision and place in every vintage. Guided by a commitment to discovery, its small-lot Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-style blends capture the essence of Napa Valley’s most renowned vineyards, from Oakville to Howell Mountain and Stags Leap to St. Helena. Each bottle embodies intensity and grace, offering collectors a rare glimpse into the depth and distinction that define modern Napa Valley.

       

      Burgess Cellars, a vineyard

      BURGESS CELLARS

      Burgees Cellars

       

      Burgess Cellars, founded by Tom Burgess in 1972 on Napa Valley’s Howell Mountain, continues a winemaking tradition in the region that started in the 1870s with Swiss-Italian pioneers. After acquiring the original Souverain estate, Burgess and winemaker Bill Sorenson built a reputation for outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon, with Sorenson’s 41-year career being one of Napa’s longest. Today, led by Gaylon Lawrence, Jr., Master Sommelier Carlton McCoy and winemaker Reid Griggs, Burgess Cellars honors its heritage through regenerative farming and a focus on preserving the magic of its wines for future generations.

       

      Portfolio Winery

      PORTFOLIO WINERY

      Geneviève Janssens, celebrated for her leadership at Robert Mondavi Winery and Opus One, founded Portfolio Limited Edition in 1998 with her husband, creative partner, artist and philanthropist, Luc Janssens. The project was conceived as a way to unite her winemaking and his art, while also reflecting their shared commitment to Luc’s work with the Lao Rehabilitation Foundation, which provides medical care to hard-to-reach communities in Laos. Producing just 200 cases a year, each vintage embodies their dedication to quality and purpose. With honors such as Wine Enthusiast’s Winemaker of the Year, Geneviève continues to blend her French stylistic finesse with Napa Valley power.

       

       

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