Opinion on the year ahead

The following perspectives draw on insights from leading banks and institutions and are offered for thoughtful consideration for the year ahead
2026 – key themes for the year ahead

Taking a closer look at some of the potential key themes for 2026 – from the US – Trump and midterms – to AI and climate / clean tech momentum
Market volatility – “You’re going to have to adapt to the world”

Global stock markets have demonstrated resilience, although periods of volatility are inevitable.
“We are at an inflection point”

Donald Trump was the key factor shaping global affairs in 2025. Liberation Day trade traumas had a far-reaching impact back in April
2026 – key themes for the year ahead

Taking a closer look at some of the potential key themes for 2026 – from the US – Trump and midterms – to AI and climate / clean tech momentum
Market volatility – “You’re going to have to adapt to the world”

Global stock markets have demonstrated resilience, although periods of volatility are inevitable.
“We are at an inflection point”

Donald Trump was the key factor shaping global affairs in 2025. Liberation Day trade traumas had a far-reaching impact back in April
Opinion on the year ahead

The following perspectives draw on insights from leading banks and institutions and are offered for thoughtful consideration for the year ahead