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Here are your must-read insights for September 2025.
Top insights
1. Trending topics to watch into 2026
Not all trends are worth your attention. But this report surfaces the most important cross-industry shifts with real implications for businesses. Read about the five you should prioritise to remain competitive into 2026.
2. [Opportunity Minded] Mastering the product innovation process
Discover the secrets to successful product innovation and NPD strategies in this episode of Opportunity Minded.
3. Global economic outlook: Q3 2025
Global real GDP growth is projected to slow to 2.9% in 2025 and 2026 due to US tariff hikes and uncertainty. Developed economies will see muted growth, while emerging markets like India and Vietnam may outperform.
4. Breaking stereotypes: A new era for women in gaming
Women are driving growth in the video games industry, with 38% of female consumers playing games weekly. Brands are responding with more inclusive game development and safer online communities. This shift is driving market growth and changing industry dynamics.
5. Which sustainability claims drive consumer purchases across Europe?
Save your spot for this webinar to explore sustainability trends across the European consumer basket, from food and drinks to home and personal care. What do these trends mean for your brand? Find out how you can adapt in a changing market.
6. Navigating Amazon’s 3P maze to drive brand value
Amazon's third-party (3P) sellers dominate sales. Brands perform best with a measured 3P strategy (25% to 49% 3P sales), leveraging Amazon tools while maintaining control. To avoid risks, brands should reallocate listings to measured 3P or forge first-party (1P) alliances with Amazon.
7. 2025 Asia Pacific outlook: Snack trends and opportunities
Watch the replay of this webinar to understand the snacks market landscape in Asia Pacific. Learn about emerging pockets of growth, strategic areas to refocus priorities and the innovative brands driving expansion.
8. Loyalty leaderboard: Winners and losers for Q2 2025
Loyalty has become a strategic lever for growth, brand differentiation and long-term value creation. Companies are investing heavily in these programmes, but many still fail to monitor how their public commitment to such initiatives compares to competitors.
TJ Maxx, Uniqlo and Emirates saw significant score increases in our Loyalty Index in Q2 2025. Nike and Nordstrom experienced declines based on strategic repositioning and loyalty programme changes.
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Retail Asia Summit • 23 September • Singapore
Connect with fellow professionals, exchange best practices and explore future opportunities within Singapore’s dynamic retail market. Key retail leaders and innovators convene to discuss insights on omnichannel strategies, AI tools, market growth, e-commerce trends and emerging brands at Retail Asia Summit.
[Session] 3 key retail priorities in Southeast Asia in 2025
Anuga • 4 October • Germany
Openness, transparency, trust and partnerships are the ingredients that make Anuga the ideal business platform for the food industry. With 10 trade shows under one roof and a complete overview of all trends with valuable insights, Anuga presents the future of the food industry on a silver platter.
[Session] Hungry for new – How innovative is the food market?
[Session] Staple foods: Winners and losers from processed food concern
[Session] Health and wellness innovation: Metabolism, microbiome and mind
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