The Economist's 2025 prophecy cover is filled with codes.

On the cover of 2024, The Economist focused on elections and geopolitical tensions, having been right about many of these predictions. The 2025 cover, however, contains bolder and more layered messages.

Here are the striking details and possible interpretations on the cover:

TRUMP AND THE SHADOW PRESIDENTS OF THE USA

At the center of the 2025 cover is Donald Trump, who is said to have won the elections on November 5. The missile and electric vehicle next to him may indicate how political and technological dynamics will shape during the Trump era.

In particular, Elon Musk is referred to as the "shadow president of the USA," and it is anticipated that he will influence the economy and technology.

The graphic symbols on the cover emphasize economic activity and suggest that the global influence of the USA will rise again. It is clearly indicated that the economic and political balances in the world will change with the Trump administration.

THE RISE OF THE WOMEN'S MOVEMENT

At the bottom of the cover, British author Jane Austen and a red fist figure are depicted. This seems to indicate that the women's movement will gain strength globally in 2025 and that feminism will come to the forefront again. The impact of women's rights on the political and social stage is expected to increase.

NEW DISCOVERIES AND PANDEMIC THREATS

A planet figure on the cover may imply that we will witness significant scientific discoveries in 2025. However, the syringe symbol carries the message that new threats related to pandemics may be on the horizon. This could mean that science and health will be at the top of the agenda throughout the year.

POLITICAL TURMOIL IN EUROPE

The broken ballot box seen next to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen may indicate that political balances in Europe will change. These symbols are expected to herald radical changes and political crises on the continent.

KEY THEMES IN THE MAGAZINE

The Economist highlights important themes not only through symbols on its cover but also through the messages it publishes.

The Economist magazine explained the message of its cover as follows:

1- Trump and "America First" Policies: The repercussions of the US elections will change balances worldwide. Allies and enemies will reassess their relationships with the USA.

2- Clean Technology Boom: Under China's leadership, revolutionary developments in green energy and clean technology will occur.

3- Increasing Investments in Artificial Intelligence: Investments in artificial intelligence, expected to exceed $1 trillion, will represent a critical threshold in 2025.

4- Schengen Crisis: The Schengen system, which enables free movement in Europe, is deteriorating. Many cities may impose travel restrictions.

2024 PREDICTIONS CAME TRUE

The striking silhouettes of Zelensky-Putin on the 2024 cover predicted that the Ukraine-Russia tension would continue throughout the year. The signs regarding the US elections also accurately predicted Trump's influence in the presidential race.

The emphasis on China-US relations on the cover successfully anticipated the increase in tensions between the two superpowers.

The 2025 cover offers new and striking clues about global balances this year as well.