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Global Business Outlook 2026

December 8, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (PST)

Description

As we head into 2026, the global business landscape remains shaped by uncertainty, innovation, and transformation. With elections, economic transitions, and geopolitical shifts still unfolding, leaders across industries are being challenged to navigate a world that continues to evolve at unprecedented speed.

From persistent tensions in key global regions to the ripple effects of monetary policy, trade realignments, and technological disruption, businesses are entering the new year with cautious optimism. Artificial intelligence, sustainable innovation, and the next phase of digitalization are no longer future trends—they are present-day imperatives. Meanwhile, questions around labor markets, productivity, and long-term growth remain central to economic planning on both sides of the Atlantic.

We are honored to once again welcome Ulrike Malmendier, renowned economist and Member of the German Council of Economic Experts, as our keynote speaker for the Global Business Outlook 2026 and panelists Vanshree Verma (Deutsche Bank Wealth Management), Mark Duggan (Stanford University) and Axel Merk (Merk Investments).

Join us for an evening of forward-thinking conversation, global perspectives, and meaningful exchange as we look toward the opportunities and challenges of the year ahead.


Speakers

Prof. Dr. Ulrike Malmendier
Professor at UC Berkeley, Department of Economics and Haas School of Business
Economic Advisor to the German Government (Wirtschaftsweise) and Member of the German Council of Economic Experts (GCEE)
GABA Award of Excellence Winner 2023



Panelists
  Vanshree Verma
Director, Deutsche Bank Wealth Management


Mark Duggan
The Wayne and Jodi Cooperman Professor of Economics, Stanford University


Axel Merk
President & CIO, Merk Investments 


Yaad Oren
Managing Director SAP Labs U.S. and Global Head of Research & Innovation


Moderator

Kai Westerwelle 
Partner CMS, Chairman of the Board, GABA


Agenda

6:00 - 6:30 PM Registration / Reception
6:30 - 8:00 PM Program
8:00 - 8:30 PM Networking 


Registration

GABA Members: $30
GABA Student Members: $20
Non-Members: $45

New Member Special – Become a GABA member when registering for the event and get a discount! 

1 Year GABA Membership + Registration for Global Business Outlook event:  $150 



Complimentary appetizers and drinks will be served. 


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German American Business Association of California
Name: GABA Northern California
Email: events@gaba-network.org
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