Speakers:
Will the US economy continue to outperform on the back of the AI boom? How will trade tensions shape global macro outcomes? Should investors expect further highs in equities – and brace for more bond market jitters?
The World in 2026 is our definitive guide to the global economy and markets in the year ahead. In these special online briefings, at 0800 GMT/1600 SGT and 1000 ET/1500 GMT on Wednesday 10 December, our economists will set out what they see as the key forces to shape developed and emerging economies in 2026 and explain how these trends will feed through to market outcomes.
In these 30-minute briefings, the team will answering your questions as they explore key issues, including:
- Whether AI will keep lifting the US economy and markets – and which other regions stand to benefit from the technology;
- How US-China geoeconomic competition will continue to shape the global outlook in 2026;
- Whether inflation is under control, and how much further the global monetary easing cycle has to run.
Note: We are hosting 2 sessions, 0800 GMT/1600 SGT and 1000 ET/1500 GMT. If you are unable to attend either of the live sessions, registering will ensure you are sent a recording
