Chief Economist Torsten Slok lays out the key forces shaping the 2026 macro landscape. He explains why the US economy has remained surprisingly resilient despite pronounced headwinds and how AI-driven investment, fiscal policy and easing energy prices are setting the stage for a potential rebound. Access the complete suite of Apollo’s 2026 Outlook content, from Torsten’s macro view to perspectives across asset classes and regions, at apollo.com/outlook.