The document discusses 6 major megatrends that are expected to transform the global economy and society by 2040. Megatrend 1 discusses the shift towards renewable energy and new communication technologies driving the third industrial revolution. Megatrend 2 covers the rise of customized, on-demand products and services enabled by new business models and technologies. Megatrend 3 addresses the impact of intelligent technologies on manufacturing jobs. Megatrend 4 examines the transition from traditional to virtual education. Megatrend 5 looks at how social media is empowering civil society. And Megatrend 6 analyzes the growth of continental markets and political unions. The document also announces an upcoming conference called Megatrends 2020 to discuss these trends and their implications.