Protest activity globally has increased over the last two years, according to our civil unrest data, while commercial property is being targeted more often during protests, causing hundreds of millions of dollars in damages and business interruption. In parallel, rising political polarisation, mounting pressure on public finances and social media will combine to amplify popular discontent. The key message: governments, business and insurers should expect frequent disruptive protests and riots in 2026.
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