Publications
Selected writing and media featuring decision-relevant geopolitical implications for business and investors.
Latest Book
Healing Broken Democracies: All You Need to Know About Populism
With contributions and conversations alongside Daron Acemoglu, David Goodhart, Matthew Goodwin, Jonathan Haidt, Eric Kaufmann and Luigi Zingales.
Brolin explores today's transitional period of tribal anger and doom-laden sentiment. Despite the turbulence, recalibration through trial and error leads to a more stable equilibrium.
Focus: transition periods, institutional incentives, and decision-making under uncertainty.
Available on Amazon →
Media
Television & Media Commentary
Regular analysis on current affairs through a data-driven lens that balances risks and opportunities. Focus on signal detection, strategic implications, and decision context for business and policy leaders.
Selected publications & briefings (business implications)
These pieces illustrate the analytical approach used in Mark's briefings and keynotes.
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Beyond the Social Media and Polarisation Noise (along with Jonathan Haidt)
Analysis of how social media dynamics affect institutional decision-making and organisational cohesion. Implications for leadership communication and stakeholder engagement strategies.
Politico
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Beyond the Russian Issue Noise
Assessment of structural constraints affecting Russian capacity and alliance dynamics. Decision context for energy, commodities, and regional exposure planning.
The Telegraph
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Beyond the Climate Change noise
Outlook on energy transition timelines and industrial policy shifts. Strategic implications for supply chains, capital allocation, and regulatory positioning.
CapX (Swedish) Kvartal
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Beyond the Middle East Noise
Regional outlook examining structural factors beyond episodic events. Decision context for energy security, supply chain resilience, and regional market exposure.
(Swedish) Fokus, LinkedIn
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Beyond the AI bubble noise
Analysis of adoption timelines, regulatory frameworks, and organisational capability requirements. Implications for technology investment and integration planning.
WION TV
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Beyond the Populist and Transition Period Noise
Briefing on institutional constraints and policy persistence during transition periods. Decision context for regulatory planning and long-term positioning.
CapX