Demand for sex workers surged in Davos during the World Economic Forum, with one client reportedly spending $114,000, exposing a hidden economy thriving alongside global power and policy debates.
By Imran Malik | Act Global Media | Jan. 26, 2026
As presidents, prime ministers, and corporate titans convened in Davos to debate inflation, geopolitics, and the future of capitalism, a parallel economy quietly surged in the Swiss resort town, revealing a rarely discussed side of the World Economic Forum.
Demand for sex workers in Davos spiked sharply during this year’s WEF, according to Swiss-based platform Titt4Tat, which connects adult escorts with clients. The platform reported that requests surged by as much as 4,000 percent on the forum’s opening day, coinciding with the arrival of global leaders, tech executives, and wealthy investors. In one case cited by local reports, a client allegedly spent about $114,000 over four days with multiple escorts.
Outside WEF week, Davos typically records only a handful of bookings per day. During the annual gathering, however, demand jumped dramatically, with a notable share of inquiries coming from users based in the United States, Russia and Ukraine. Service providers said interest rose across multiple categories, reflecting both the spending power and discretion sought by elite visitors.
The spike highlights how high-profile global summits often generate shadow economies that operate alongside official agendas. While Davos is best known for panel discussions on inequality, climate change and global markets, the influx of wealth and exclusivity also creates short-term demand for services that rarely feature in public conversations.
Local reports said some workers traveled temporarily to Davos to meet demand, while others were students, teachers or travelers seeking short-term income during the high-security event. Costs added up quickly, on top of already soaring prices for hotels, transportation, and private security during the forum.
The trend has reignited debate in Switzerland about regulation, transparency, and the social impact of mega-events. Critics argue it underscores the contradiction of elites discussing ethics and social responsibility by day while fueling a lucrative underground market by night. Others say it is an inevitable byproduct of demand-driven economies wherever extreme wealth concentrates.
As Davos continues to symbolize global power and economic leadership, the visibility of its unofficial economy serves as a reminder that not all consequences of global gatherings fit neatly into conference halls or policy statements.
