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Chief Economists Briefing: What to Expect in 2026

January 20, 2026
13:30–14:00 (Europe/Amsterdam time zone)

About this session

Inflation, debt, fragmentation and technological disruption are converging to create the most complex economic environment in decades. Join leading economists to decode the economic landscape in the year ahead. This session contributes to the ongoing work of the Centre for the New Economy and Society.

This is a livestreamed session.

Speakers

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Karen Harris
Managing Director, Macro Trends Group
Bain & Company
GM
Gilles Moëc
Chief Economist
AXA Investment
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Nela Richardson
Chief Economist and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Officer
ADP
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Shen Jianguang
Vice-President and Chief Economist
JD.com