Global Scans · Decent Work and Growth · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.

• [New] Asia-Pacific is projected to witness the fastest growth over the forecast period, driven by rising luxury spending, expanding marina infrastructure, and increasing demand for yacht transportation services across emerging economies. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Latin America presents opportunities for growth through localized strategies and product innovation. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Latin America is anticipated to experience robust growth in savory snack categories over the next few years as retail infrastructure expands into smaller metropolitan areas across Brazil and Mexico. Market Data Forecast
• [New] The Asia Pacific region is expected to lead global growth in the snack sector for the next decade as rapid urbanization in China and India creates massive new consumer bases for convenience foods. Market Data Forecast
• [New] The Middle East & Africa leads growth at 9.13% CAGR to 2031. Mordor Intelligence
• [New] Emerging and high-growth economies are expected to account for around 80% of the rise in global electricity demand by 2030 [IEA], driven by energy security needs and industrial expansion. Gastech Exhibition & Conference 2026
• [New] The Asia Pacific region is expected to account for the majority of global alcohol volume growth in the coming decade. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Asia-Pacific is projected to register the fastest growth during the forecast period, driven by rapid digitalization, a large technology-savvy population, expanding e-commerce ecosystems, and increasing investments in AI, IoT, and smart city initiatives. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Regional Leadership: North America is poised to dominate with an estimated 38% share in 2026, while Asia Pacific is expected to register the fastest growth through 2033, led by rapid digitalization across China, India, and ASEAN economies. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Industries with complex supply chains - particularly manufacturing, and wholesale and retail trade - are expected to have the highest growth rates between 2025 and 2031. Default
• [New] Asia is expected to experience the fastest growth, driven by the expansion of regulations aligned with ISSB standards and increasing demand for globally comparable disclosures. Default
• [New] Collaborative robots will be the fastest growing segment, with an average annual shipment growth rate of 17.4% between 2025 and 2030, compared with just 5.0% for articulated robots. Modern Materials Handling
• [New] On a more granular level, India will see the highest levels of growth, at 12.5% over the forecast period. Modern Materials Handling
• [New] Analysts project APAC will experience the strongest shipment growth across the major regions, with an average annual growth rate of 7.1% from 2025-30. Modern Materials Handling
• [New] Material Handling and assembly are anticipated to be the key applications driving growth with 2025-30 compound growth rates of 7.0% and 6.9% respectively, as demand for efficient logistics and precise manufacturing-line assembly rises fast. Modern Materials Handling
• [New] Analysts forecast continued growth in hyperscaler spending, with capital expenditures reaching $650 billion in 2026 and surpassing $1.1 trillion in 2027. Fortune
• [New] Understanding the competitive landscape is essential for stakeholders seeking growth opportunities, supply chain optimization, product innovation, and strategic partnerships within the rapidly expanding global foodservice and hospitality ecosystem. The National Law Review
• [New] HomeExchange, the largest home-swapping platform, reported more than 270,000 members across 155 countries and 43% year-over-year growth in 2025, with 3.5 million nights exchanged and 15 million overnight stays projected for 2026. Resident Magazine
• [New] The Asia Pacific region is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace and solidify its role as the primary growth engine for global high-end markets over the next few years. Market Data Forecast
• [New] The Conference Board maintains its 2.7% y/y forecast for global GDP growth in 2026 and raises its outlook for 2027 by 0.1 percentage points to 3.0% y/y. The Conference Board
• [New] China, India and other Asian economies are expected to remain the main drivers of oil demand growth next year, supported by air travel, road mobility and manufacturing activity. Ship & Bunker
• The pet boom is losing momentum: After nearly 20% growth in 2021 and a 9% annual pace through 2025, expansion is expected to slow to about 4% through 2030 - though U.S. spending could still hit $242 billion. Morgan Stanley
• Asia Pacific offers large-scale growth opportunities due to rapid urbanization, transport modernization, and extensive public infrastructure programs. ReAnIn

Last updated: 12 July 2026