It is difficult for an analyst to come away with an accurate picture of the deliberations of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. With such events, it is very useful to understand the atmosphere, body language, implicit messages and positional “test signals.” The stances expressed in speeches and discussions are carefully calibrated; they reflect participants’ principles and vested interests. However, this task requires prudence that makes them easier to swallow and more readily accepted by the broader public.