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Top Five Fastest Growing Economies in 2026

22 Jan 26

The global economy weathered trade shocks in 2025 and is expected to continue its resilience, supported by lower interest rates, moderating inflation, and sustained consumption. Of the world’s 62 major economies in Euromonitor International’s Macro Model, emerging countries India, Vietnam, Egypt, the Philippines, and Indonesia are expected to achieve the highest real GDP growth in 2026.

Lan Ha

Lan Ha

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President Trump's First Year: How Migration and (De)Regulation Policies Shaped Industries

20 Jan 26

The first year of President Trump’s second term has been marked by a series of policy shocks signalling an era of heightened uncertainty for the global economy. Euromonitor International identified six pillars of Trump’s policies during his first year, three of which have dominated: Tariffs, Migration and (De)Regulation. Industries have faced higher costs, supply chain disruptions and changing consumer demands.

Euromonitor International

Euromonitor International

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President Trump’s First Year: How Tariff Shocks Shaped Industries

16 Jan 26

The first year of President Trump’s second term has been marked by a series of policy shocks signalling an era of heightened uncertainty for the global economy. Euromonitor International identified six pillars of Trump’s policies during his first year, three of which have dominated: Tariffs, Migration and (De)Regulation. Industries have faced higher costs, supply chain disruptions, trade uncertainty and changing consumer demands.

Euromonitor International

Euromonitor International

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Economies and Consumers in 2026: Key Trends to Watch

8 Jan 26

As 2026 unfolds, global business faces a landscape marked by resilient but restrained growth, shifting trade dynamics, persistent cost pressures, widening consumer divides, and the rising influence of Generation Alpha. Success will depend on agility, authenticity and a nuanced understanding of rapidly fragmenting markets.

Lan Ha

Lan Ha

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Venezuela Regime Change Set to Influence Global Oil Markets, Geopolitical Dynamics, and Business Strategies

7 Jan 26

The first year of Trump’s presidency was marked by significant uncertainty over tariffs, whilst the second year begins with the emergence of new geopolitical risks following the US capture of Venezuela’s head of state. This development introduces heightened uncertainty that extends beyond Venezuela, with implications across multiple regions. While global businesses face shifting geopolitical dynamics, the potential increased oil supply over the long term could help reduce energy price pressures.

Lan Ha

Lan Ha

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FMCG Players Sharpen China Strategies Amid Geopolitical Pressures

18 Dec 25

US-China trade war and escalating tensions between China and Taiwan require companies to rethink strategies for sourcing, production and market access in China. Rising tariffs drive up costs and uncertainty, yet China remains a vital production hub. Its large population, expanding middle class and growing cities with solid incomes continue to make it an attractive market for final sales.

Aiste Bijune

Aiste Bijune

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