Geopolitical Risks - The geopolitical conflicts are expected to remain the biggest risk in 2026, with the U.S. focusing on Monroe Doctrine in the Western Hemisphere and increasing geopolitical tensions in Latin America and the Arctic[11] - The global geopolitical risk index is hovering around 140, indicating a second structural peak since the post-9/11 era, driven by systemic strategic competition among major powers[11] - The U.S. military operation against Venezuela's President Maduro marks a shift in U.S. strategy towards focusing on regional control of strategic resources[13][14] Economic Outlook - The global economy is projected to grow at around 3.0% in 2026, with developed economies expected to grow at approximately 1.6% and emerging economies at about 4.0%[31] - The U.S. economy is anticipated to maintain a growth rate of around 2%, supported by fiscal policies and technological advancements, despite facing structural challenges in the labor market[32] - The EU's economic growth is expected to remain sluggish at about 1.4%, hindered by high core inflation and weak performance in key economies like Germany and France[34] Monetary Policies - The Federal Reserve is likely to adopt a more accommodative monetary policy in 2026, with potential rate cuts of 2-3 times, influenced by political pressures and economic conditions[20][23] - The European Central Bank is expected to maintain a "middle strategy" in its monetary policy, balancing between controlling inflation and stimulating economic growth, with rates around 2%[24][26] - The Bank of Japan is projected to continue its gradual rate hikes, potentially reaching around 1% by 2026, amid challenges from fiscal policies and inflationary pressures[27][28] Fiscal Policies - Expansionary fiscal policies are expected to dominate globally, with developed economies' fiscal deficit rates around 5.0% and emerging economies around 6.0%[38][40] - The U.S. fiscal deficit is projected to remain high at approximately 7.5%, driven by the "Big and Beautiful Act" aimed at stimulating economic activity[38] - Japan's fiscal deficit is expected to expand to around 2.0%, as the government continues to prioritize fiscal expansion to boost domestic demand[40]
2026年全球信用风险八大展望:大国博弈与全球秩序重塑
Lian He Zi Xin·2026-02-03 13:44