10.12.2025 11:10
Denmark's giant bank SaxoBank's "Extraordinary Predictions 2026" report includes ambitious scenarios that could shake the global order. The report features striking forecasts such as the marriage of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, and gold rising to $6,000.
Danish SaxoBank has announced its report "Extraordinary Predictions 2026," which includes scenarios that could deeply affect the global economic and political order. The report features eight bold predictions, ranging from the marriage of the famous couple Taylor Swift–Travis Kelce to a historic surge in gold prices.
GOLD RISES TO 6,000 DOLLARS
According to the report, China's official announcement of its massive gold reserves and partial indexing of the yuan to gold will be a development that shakes the dollar's status as the reserve currency. This model, defined as "gold yuan," could become a safe trading instrument for countries outside the West, potentially pushing the price of gold per ounce above 6,000 dollars. During the same period, a sharp rise in U.S. Treasury yields may be observed due to the exit of foreign investors.
SPACEX IPO WILL EXPLODE THE SPACE ECONOMY
According to SaxoBank, after SpaceX's IPO, the company's value will exceed 1 trillion dollars, ushering in a new era in the space economy. Elon Musk's idea of declaring Mars a tax-free and independent zone could lead to the possibility of company headquarters moving to Mars in the future. At the same time, the intensification of the race for mining and land on the Moon and Mars will trigger the rapid development of new industries producing in zero gravity.
SEAMLESS MIDTERM ELECTIONS IN THE U.S.
The report states that the redistricting of electoral districts in the U.S. by an independent commission will reduce polarization. If voters, tired of manipulative content generated by artificial intelligence, turn to more reliable information sources, a calmer and more conciliatory election process may occur. This environment could increase trust in government institutions and strengthen demand for bonds.
FIRST CEO APPOINTMENT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
SaxoBank predicts that a large company could appoint an artificial intelligence model developed for efficiency as its CEO. This "AI CEO," operating under human supervision, could outpace competitors with its rapid decision-making ability. If successful, other companies may also shift towards algorithmic management, making artificial intelligence a new standard in corporate governance.
TRILLION-DOLLAR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE CRISIS
Errors caused by generative artificial intelligence technologies released without sufficient testing could lead to serious market crashes in 2026. Governments and companies may have to allocate trillions of dollars to repair the damage to digital infrastructure. During this process, investors are expected to move away from technology stocks and turn towards cybersecurity and compliance-focused companies.
WEIGHT LOSS DRUGS SPREADING TO ANIMALS
The transition of obesity drugs to cheaper pill forms is expected to increase their use worldwide, while pharmaceutical companies may expand this market to pets. The application supported by veterinarians is igniting ethical debates on social media, while a decrease in global calorie consumption could lead to a contraction in the food and pet food sectors. This situation may force companies to shift towards smaller portions and premium products.
QUANTUM COMPUTERS COULD BREAK THE INTERNET
According to SaxoBank, the unexpectedly rapid development of quantum computers could render current encryption systems obsolete. This development could lead to sharp crashes in the cryptocurrency market while shaking financial confidence. The insecurity of digital assets may quickly drive investors towards gold, causing prices to reach record levels. Subsequently, governments and companies may have to initiate comprehensive digital security reforms.
TAYLOR SWIFT'S MARRIAGE COULD REVITALIZE THE GLOBAL ECONOMY
The report suggests that Swift and Kelce's marriage and potential parenthood could pressure social media companies as their fan base shifts towards offline living. As screen time decreases, people may lean towards marriage, family formation, and settled living, which could increase economic activity. The "Swiftie effect" could create a demographic shift that leads to upward revisions of global growth forecasts.