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Rapid adoption of new technologies sees China economically leapfrogging its competitors worldwide, while US tariffs have created headwinds for its much-lauded integrated supply chain.

12 January 2026

Trade friction and an extended government shutdown have skewed recent economic data. But next year, as tariff turbulence subsides, investment broadens and monetary policy eases, real GDP growth could accelerate, signalling the start of a new business cycle.

After several years battling headwinds in the form of low growth and inflation, amplified this year by US trade tariffs and a strengthening euro, the Eurozone enters 2026 with more stable economic prospects, thanks to a resilient labour market, lower interest rates and increased fiscal spending.

Safeguarding water resources is essential not only for life, but for economic security, societal well-being, and ecological stability. Industry and governments are responding to growing water insecurity with innovative solutions.

The global economy is being recalibrated. What does this mean for investors? Find out in our investment outlook 2026.

From oysters to lobster and caviar, foods we now regard as refined often began as inexpensive everyday staples. The product may stay the same, but shifting behaviours and expectations can elevate - or diminish - its status right down to a tastebud level.

29 December 2025

Salzburg may be best known as Mozart's birthplace, but that's only one of the many things that makes it special. LGT Bank Österreich's Günther Zembacher offers an insider's view of the many other highlights that give the city its unique character.

Many entrepreneurial families struggle with succession planning. Yet it is worth tackling this issue early on.

In the third episode of "Sip & Sparkle", sommeliers H.S.H. Princess Marie von und zu Liechtenstein and Lisa Bader discover sparkling wines from around the world.

With the world’s attention focused on the high tech sector and digitalisation, a long-overlooked field is flourishing quietly in the background. Despite, or perhaps because of, the swift spread of artificial intelligence and a renewed tilt towards economic protectionism, the skilled trades are...

Are classic cars precious collectors' items or smart investments?

How mentorship supports high performance by entrepreneurs, leaders, and organisations.

Despite our constant digital connectedness, loneliness is on the rise - particularly among young adults. Why is that, and what can we do about it?

Bob Goodson, Founder and President of Quid, Silicon Valley, USA

Tech entrepreneur Bob Goodson came up with the like button that powers today's web. He tells Insights why studying liberal arts matters for a successful career and how humans are hardwired to give and seek approval.

Adelaide's secret is its calm energy; it's a city where you never rush, savour every sunset, and discover world-class culture and cuisine.

Rapid adoption of new technologies sees China economically leapfrogging its competitors worldwide, while US tariffs have created headwinds for its much-lauded integrated supply chain.

With data centres popping up everywhere and AI evolving rapidly, the future looks bright for both those companies enabling AI today and those integrating the technology in the future.

What should investors expect in 2026? Mika Kastenholz, LGT Global Head Investment Solutions, shares his insights on global markets, as higher structural inflation, elevated debt and potential capital controls are reshaping the landscape.

Once laughed at, cryptocurrencies have now become part of the investment toolkit. Is this the moment for even the most sceptical investor to take a new look at digital assets?

The growing use of renewable energy sources poses additional challenges for electrical grids already struggling to cope with increasing demands for power. Batteries are the missing piece that can help ensure a modern and flexible energy system.

As global challenges grow more complex, philanthropy experts Silvia Bastante de Unverhau and Oliver Karius reflect on how families and funders are adapting - and why long-term thinking matters more than ever.

Angus Deaton, Professor Emeritus, Princeton University

The Scottish-American economist has devoted his career to investigating the connections between wealth and wellbeing.

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Financial markets

China: a tale of two realities

Is the US economy at a pivot point?

Europe finds its footing

Water: an essential resource under threat

Global Outlook 2026

Positioning for a global equilibrium shift

Lifestyle

When lobster was a sign of poverty

My Salzburg: A city of rogues, symphonies and aesthetes

Preserving family wealth through effective succession planning

Sparkling, please: Champagne, bubbly & Co.

Skilled trades: A renaissance in the making

Classic cars: when collecting becomes a passionate pursuit

Feet on the ground, head above water

In search of resonance

"I am proud of what IT has delivered for humanity"

My Adelaide: Sunsets, Shiraz, serendipity

China: a tale of two realities

Is the US economy at a pivot point?

Europe finds its footing

Water: an essential resource under threat

The AI barbell: short-term enablers vs long-term adopters

Global markets in 2026: Positioning for a new era

Have digital assets gone mainstream?

Energy transition: Charging ahead with battery storage

Philanthropy: the path to greater impact

Angus Deaton - the happiness man

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Financial markets

China: a tale of two realities

Is the US economy at a pivot point?

Europe finds its footing

Water: an essential resource under threat

Global Outlook 2026

Positioning for a global equilibrium shift

Thinking about exiting your start-up?

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