Mapping the new geopolitical landscape in the age of AI

Stay on top of the most important macro developments

Over the last decade, geopolitics has become a larger concern for investors, with the U.S. administration’s recent moves to restructure the post-WW2 order accelerating this. Artificial Intelligence lies at the heart of many of these tensions – certainly between the U.S. and China. The new tech race promises massive, multi—decade consequences on a truly global scale.

Top Geopolitical Trends in 2026 (Lazard AM)

As governments adopt variations of the U.S.’ interventionist repertoire, businesses will settle into a new normal.

Geopolitics: Power as Policy (Amundi)

For compliance reasons, this paper is NOT accessible in the United States

New security alliances and trade deals are emerging despite intensifying economic friction.

The Macro Implications of the AI Capex Boom (Bridgewater Associates)

In this report, the authors share their thinking on the macro implications of AI’s resource grab phase.

2026 Geopolitical Outlook: Investing Beyond Volatility (Deutsche Bank)

This year looks poised to be just as geopolitically volatile as 2025 was. Investors should expect a continued unpredictable and fragmented global operating environment.

Expectations for Artificial Intelligence, Geopolitics & Global Markets (MUFG)

The intersection of AI and geopolitics is increasingly shaping markets and economies. What can allocators expect?

Geopolitics, Volatility & the Case for Strong Gold (World Gold Council)

For compliance reasons, this paper is only accessible in certain geographies

Learn about the importance of strategic allocation to gold in investment portfolios in today's geopolitical environment.

New Year, Same Story: Geopolitics, Tariffs, and Resilience (Invesco)

For compliance reasons, this paper is only accessible in certain geographies

The independence of the central bank is critical. This should not be a bold or controversial statement.

A New Flashpoint in U.S. - Europe Trade Relations (Principal Asset Management)

Although Europe holds several trillion dollars in U.S. assets, the likelihood of large-scale divestment remains low.

Public Finance in the Age of AI: A Primer (Brookings)

Transformative artificial intelligence may gradually erode the two main tax bases that underpin modern tax systems: labor income and human consumption.

Geopolitics: Europe’s Place on the Global Stage (PIMCO)

In a shifting world where geopolitics is reshaping the economic landscape, join PIMCO’s experts and special guests as they dive into the key topics that matter.

Technology, Geopolitics and Economic Risks Are Top Concerns in UK (Allianz)

Supply chain disruption and business interruption remain critical concerns, now amplified by cyber threats, geopolitical shocks, and climate-related risks.