New skills for investor relations now available

As the IR profession continues to evolve, so too do the key skills and attributes needed to become a successful professional in the capital markets. Whether due to the growing responsibilities shouldered by leading IROs, the continued emphasis on ESG and other non-financial factors or the growing role of technology and AI, the skillset required to be an IR success is constantly changing.

 

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This report is available to subscribers to IR Magazine.

 

This latest IR Magazine research report on IR skills unveils the expertise considered most critical and the key trends that are driving the need for new competencies. Based on responses to our annual global survey, the results reveal a dual focus on the core skills of financial literacy and communications, as well as emerging disciplines such as data analysis, ESG and AI.

It contains a detailed breakdown of how satisfied IROs are with their own skillsets, the skills they consider most critical for success over the next three years and where they see any gaps between the competencies they have and the skills that may be required of them.

 

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Upcoming events

  • Forum – AI & Technology Europe
    Thursday, March 12, 2026

    Forum – AI & Technology Europe

    About the event Stay ahead. Harness AI. Transform IR. In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, AI is transforming how IROs engage with investors, analyze market sentiment and deliver insights. Yet, many IR teams face challenges in understanding and employing these tools effectively. WHEN WHERE America Square Conference Centre, London The…

    London, UK
  • Think Tank – West Coast
    Thursday, March 19, 2026

    Think Tank – West Coast

    Our unique format – Exclusively for in-house IRO’s The IR Impact Think Tank – West Coast will take place on Thursday, March 19, 2026 in Palo Alto and is an  invitation-only event exclusively for senior IR officers. Our think tanks are free to attend and our unique format enables participants to network extensively, and discuss, debate and dissect…

    Palo Alto, US
  • Awards – US
    Wednesday, March 25, 2026

    Awards – US

    About the event The IR Impact Awards – US will take place on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 in New York. This very special event honors excellence in the investor relations profession across the US. WHEN WHERE Cipriani 25 Broadway, New York Celebrating IR excellence Since the annual event first launched…

    New York, US

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