Where Cycles of Chaos and Calm are the Norm

Welcome to 2026, already a busy year for journalists and investors alike with all sorts of 24/7 news breaking. But before we get into some of that, we wanted to let you know we’ve settled on a date for Bloomberg’s next Women, Money & Power conference — all day on Dec. 9, at Bloomberg’s iconic London headquarters, with a celebratory gathering the night before. For those who may not have attended in the past, this is our marquee global finance conference with an all-female lineup — some of the smartest and most influential leaders in the industry. The past two years showed that platforming the top women at banks, investment firms, hedge funds, private equity houses and more leads not only to compelling, dynamic conversations but also lots of market-moving insights and exclusive analysis that you won’t want to miss. Please keep an eye on our website and this newsletter for details, and send us any suggestions you have for topics or panelists.

Now, back to the news. Nothing has captured the world’s attention in the early days of 2026 more than developments in Venezuela, and we wanted to share a distinctive take with you focused on the women at the center of the story. Laura was involved in coverage across Latin America for more than a decade, including a five-year stint from 2001 overseeing all of our bureaus in the region, and here’s her perspective: