Is it Game Over for Keir Starmer? Martin Wolf for The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook 2026 (Part One)
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Welcome to Intelligence Squared, where great minds meet. I'm producer Mia Sorenti. On today's episode, Chief Economics commentator for the Financial Times, Martin Wolfe, returns to the Intelligence Squared stage. 2026 opened with a bang. With Donald Trump's takeover of Venezuela and aggression towards Greenland, it's
Clear that this year will be another test of resilience for the global economy. What are the implications of American antagonism for the existing world order? Will Rachel Reeves' economic plans finally bear fruit for an increasingly unpopular Labour government? And what does the rising wave of populism from left and right mean for the economic policies of incumbent parties in the UK, Europe, US and beyond? Wolfe joined us at Smith Square Hall in Westminster for a special edition of the Intelligence Squared economic outlook.
made in partnership with Guinness Global Investors. For those who don't know, Guinness Global Investors is an independent British fund manager that helps both individuals and institutions harness the future drivers of growth to achieve their investment goals. Now let's join our host, Johnny Diamond, with more. Thank you very much indeed. Thank you very much.
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