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Andy Langenkamp

Senior Political Analyst

Andy stands out as senior Political Analyst at ECR, known for his insightful commentary on how economic and geopolitical events impact financial markets. His adept analysis has made the weekly Global Political Analysis a highly sought-after publication among our subscribers. Andy's profound understanding of the international political landscape was honed during his tenure with the foreign affairs editorial team at Trouw, a leading Dutch daily newspaper.

He holds a master’s degree in International Organisations and International Relations and has completed his postgraduate studies at the Netherlands Institute of International Relations. His thought-provoking contributions have been featured in esteemed publications both domestically and internationally, including Het Financieele Dagblad, De Tijd in Belgium, The Guardian in the UK, and Forbes and Politico in the US. Furthermore, his contributions to prominent media platforms such as The Huffington Post, Real Clear Politics, and The Hill, alongside appearances on various radio shows, underscore his standing as a respected voice in political analysis.

Recent Publications

French political drama prelude to European disaster film?

Thursday, 11 September 2025

As yet another prime minister falls in Paris, deeper fault lines emerge across Europe — from demographics to geopolitics. Is the French drama a prelude to a European disaster movie?

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Is America handing China the keys to the palace?

Thursday, 28 August 2025

Markets shrug at Trump’s attack on Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Yet it’s another blow to America’s reputation and foundations. Is this accelerating the shift of power toward China?

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The Bayrou Bet – France’s Dangerous Dance with Debt

Wednesday, 27 August 2025

France teeters on a fiscal tightrope, with Prime Minister Bayrou as its daring acrobat. Will he fall, or miraculously hold steady? In this interim report, we present the most likely scenarios and the political and economic ripples that this high-stakes gamble will unleash.

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