The World Economic Forum’s 2026 outlook presents a compelling analysis of a global environment defined by increasing multipolarity and declining multilateral cooperation. – Written by Doğan Erbek
Despite a backdrop of geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures, and uneven growth, global markets have demonstrated remarkable resilience. Investors and analysts are noting that, despite ongoing volatility, underlying fundamentals and adaptive strategies are helping markets navigate uncertainty with surprising strength. I’ve explained below some indicators of this resilient growth and the headwinds facing global markets. Steady …
Global markets show resilience amid ongoing uncertainty Read More »
Here’s some uncomfortable news: The world is approaching a critical climate tipping point. According to the United Nations and leading scientific bodies, exceeding the 1.5 °C threshold above pre‑industrial temperatures (at least temporarily) is now considered inevitable. As I explain further below, this stark warning underscores the urgency of global climate action and the profound implications …
Climate, UN warning: ‘Exceeding the 1.5 degree threshold is inevitable’ Read More »
The paradox of AI labor, sometimes called the paradox of self-replacing workers, captures a striking tension in today’s economy: humans are required to train the very systems that could eventually automate their tasks and displace them. This is not a distant scenario; it is unfolding now as organizations integrate AI into everyday workflows. Knowledge transfer …
The paradox of AI labor: Humans training their replacements Read More »
In an era where regulatory complexity can hinder innovation and burden citizens and businesses alike, the European Commission’s 2025 report on simplification, implementation, and enforcement outlines a bold and pragmatic roadmap to streamline EU legislation. The report, presented to the European Parliament and other EU institutions, underscores the Commission’s commitment to making EU laws more …
Supply chains have undergone a dramatic transformation over the past few decades. Once characterized by linear, cost-driven models focused on efficiency and scale, today’s supply chains are increasingly dynamic, digital, and resilient. This evolution has been driven by globalization, technological innovation, shifting consumer expectations, and disruptions such as pandemics, geopolitical tensions, and climate-related events. In …
The evolution of supply chains showing trends in corporate adaptation Read More »
Over the next decade, intelligent technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, robotics, and quantum computing will become deeply embedded in everyday life and global industries. These technologies are not just evolving. They are converging, creating new possibilities across healthcare, education, finance, manufacturing, and governance. AI, in particular, is expected to shift from narrow …
The rise of intelligent technologies: trends shaping the next decade Read More »
The integration and strengthening of the European financial market remain critical priorities as the European Union aims to build a more unified, efficient, and competitive capital market. Despite decades of progress since the Treaty of Rome and the Financial Services Action Plan of 1999, significant fragmentation persists in Europe’s capital markets. This fragmentation limits cross-border …
Integration and strengthening of the European financial market Read More »
The climate cost of artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly central theme in today’s global financial and sustainability conversations. It is evident from recent analyses by industry observers that while AI holds extraordinary promise for innovation and economic development, its environmental impact—particularly the carbon footprint and energy consumption associated with data centers—is a concern …
The rising climate cost of AI: a wake-up call for the financial sector Read More »
In recent years, precious metals have taken on a significantly more strategic role in global geopolitics. Traditionally valued for their rarity and use as financial safe havens, metals like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium are now central to national security, industrial policy, and the global energy transition. This shift reflects broader changes in the international …
The growing role of precious metals in the global geopolitical context Read More »
