Energy diplomacy, regional security, and the EU’s strategic agenda
Strategic analysis of how energy diplomacy is reshaping EU regional security, economic resilience, and geopolitical positioning in 2026. – Written by Doğan Erbek
Trade & Finance
Fuel costs surge, driving inflation higher worldwide
Rising fuel costs have reemerged as a powerful driver of global inflation in 2026, reversing much of the progress many economies made in cooling price pressures after the pandemic. – Written by Doğan Erbek
Global economic resilience shaped by stabilization efforts and fiscal measures
Global economic resilience in 2026 is driven by coordinated stabilization efforts and proactive fiscal measures, enabling nations to withstand trade tensions and supply shocks through adaptive supply chains and strategic policy alignment. – Written by Doğan Erbek
2026 emerging markets lead with GDP exceeding 4% compared to developed economies
Emerging markets lead global growth in 2026, surpassing 4% GDP and outpacing developed economies, driven by strong demographics, reforms, and investment trends. – Written by Doğan Erbek
2026 global trade realignment: IMF insights on tariffs and chains
Global trade in 2026 is being shaped by a combination of tariff uncertainty, shifting supply chains and an evolving geopolitical landscape. – Written by Doğan Erbek
Multipolarity without multilateralism: Key insights from the World Economic Forum’s 2026 outlook
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
Global markets show resilience amid ongoing uncertainty
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 …
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AI could displace 200,000 bank employees in Europe
Artificial intelligence is reshaping global finance, but nowhere is the impact more keenly felt than in Europe, where analysts warn that AI could displace 200,000 bank employees by 2030. This projected shift reflects a structural transformation in how banks operate, compete, and deliver services in an increasingly digital marketplace. The scale of potential displacement is …
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Interest rates at a turning point between restriction and relief
Global monetary policy is entering a new phase after several years of aggressive tightening. From Washington to Frankfurt and London, central banks that once raced to raise interest rates to combat surging inflation are now pausing and signaling a shift toward easing. This transition marks a critical moment for economies, businesses, and households worldwide. For …
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Green promises, harsh reality: only 16% of European companies deliver
In recent years, European companies have made ambitious climate pledges, aligning with the EU’s Green Deal and global net-zero targets. Yet, behind the polished sustainability reports and public commitments lies a sobering truth: only 16% of the continent’s largest firms are currently on track to meet their net-zero goals by 2050. This stark figure reveals …
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