Kroll Launches Geoeconomic Risk Index, Opening at 70.9
NEW YORK – November 12, 2026 -- Kroll has launched the Kroll Geoeconomic Risk Index (GRI), which stands at 70.9 on a 0–100 scale, well above its historical median of 50 and indicating significantly heightened geoeconomic pressure.
Index rose 3.2 points in a month after U.S. midterm elections
The GRI read 70.9 on 9 November 2026, up from 67.7 in October. Kroll attributes the increase to heightened market-implied risk adding to persistent energy pressure following the U.S. midterm elections.
Geopolitical, trade, commodity and energy pressures remain elevated, while broader financial conditions have so far been less affected, according to Kroll. Financial-market volatility after the elections sharpens the question of whether repricing stays contained or begins to affect credit conditions, investment plans and project delivery.