The World Ahead 2025 report dropped last November with some solid forecasts for the year. Sure, December threw a few curveballs we didn't quite see coming, but honestly, the core predictions held up pretty well. Looking back now, it's interesting how much of what was anticipated actually played out despite the market surprises. If you're tracking macro trends and what might unfold next, this retrospective look at the year's predictions versus reality gives some useful perspective on where things stand and what might be worth watching.