This initiative, “Forecasting the Future: A Modern Economics Challenge,” invites participants to delve into the evolving dynamics of the global economy. The core objective is to anticipate how the upcoming era of Modern Mercantilism will reshape international trade, policy frameworks, and the distribution of global power. A central inquiry for participants will be to identify the winners, losers, and the underlying reasons for these outcomes in this emerging economic landscape.
The Challenge’s Core Focus
The “Forecasting the Future” Challenge, a collaborative effort by Bridgewater and Global Citizen, immerses participants in a complex global scenario. It specifically highlights Modern Mercantilism, a contemporary economic approach where governments actively intervene to strengthen national economic power, mitigate trade imbalances, and stimulate domestic industrial growth.
Opportunity and Rewards
Participants are encouraged to submit their insightful analyses for a chance to secure a $25,000 award and potentially an employment or internship opportunity at Bridgewater, contingent upon successfully navigating their interview process.
Bridgewater, a renowned organization, meticulously investigates the causal relationships that influence economies and financial markets. This understanding is then translated into data-driven algorithms that dynamically adjust to global shifts. Their ultimate aim is to construct a system capable of both deciphering the global economy and guiding astute investment decisions. This involves balancing overarching trends, such as debt cycles, with precise predictions like fluctuations in interest rates.
Eligibility and Submission Guidelines
Who Can Participate?
This challenge is open to anyone aged 18 or older, regardless of their background, academic qualifications, or prior experience. The organizers are particularly interested in attracting bold and innovative thinkers from diverse walks of life. A comprehensive set of challenge rules is available for review here.
Key Dates
Submissions for the challenge are due by August 1, 2025. All participants will be informed of the outcome of their submissions by early September 2025.
Submission Format and Content
All research submissions must be uploaded in PDF format and should comprise the following elements:
- Over 20 binary, time-bound forecasts directly related to the concept of Modern Mercantilism.
- A concise three-page framework that articulates the participant’s thematic synthesis and the reasoning behind their predictions.
- An optional analytical appendix, limited to a maximum of ten pages, which can be utilized to elaborate on forecasts and the framework with supporting data, models, or in-depth analysis.
Prizes and Recognition
The top five successful participants will be offered either an employment or internship opportunity at Bridgewater (subject to fulfilling their interview prerequisites) and will each receive $25,000.
For more detailed information and to access the application link, please - click HERE.
