The 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos sent unusually strong real-time signals to global financial markets, triggering sharp moves across stocks, bonds, currencies, and gold.

In this video, Mattia Landoni—Associate Professor of Finance at China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) —breaks down why WEF 2026 became so market-relevant, how geopolitics and policy credibility are now directly influencing asset prices, and why BlackRock CEO Larry Fink remains optimistic about the long-term economic outlook despite short-term turmoil.

He explores:

• Why Davos speeches moved markets in real time
• How geopolitical risk affects cash flows and discount rates
• The unusual correlation between stocks, bonds, and the US dollar
• Why gold surged as investors sought insurance
• The role of artificial intelligence and technology in driving both disruption and long-term productivity
• Why diversification remains the most effective protection against geopolitical and macroeconomic shocks

The key takeaway: geopolitical news is now financial news, and investors must adapt faster than ever to policy signals coming from global forums like Davos.

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