ECB Vice President Luis De Guindos warns of an elevated risk of a market correction due to high valuations, geopolitical risks, and fiscal challenges, despite current record-high stock indices.
Global stock markets extend their rally in 2026, with major indexes hitting new highs despite geopolitical turmoil and inflation fears. However, bond markets paint a different picture, showing rising yields and pricing in higher inflation, raising concerns among investors about a potential market correction.
Kompas VC has closed a new €160 million ($187.5 million) fund to invest in startups tackling industrial competitiveness challenges including manufacturing, supply chains, critical infrastructure, and sustainability. The firm sees the world divided into three main economic spheres — US, Europe, and China — each following different trajectories, requiring a regionally sensitive investment approach.
