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2026 Global Economic Update and Mid-Year Outlook

4 Jun 26

Your mid-year outlook for the global economy in 2026. Find the latest GDP growth projections, inflation forecasts and risk scenarios across key markets to inform your decisions in the months ahead.

Euromonitor International

Euromonitor International

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Infographic: Impact of Iran War on Industries and Consumers

26 May 26

The US/Israel-Iran war has delivered a dual shock to global supply chains through production decline and transit disruption, with Gulf crude oil output down approximately 60% (at time of writing). Infrastructure destruction prolongs recovery, while commodity shortages impacting packaging, fertilisers and electronics accelerate ally-shoring and alternative energy adoption. Consumers face price increases and volume decline, with stagflation posing the most significant structural risk.

Zora Milenkovic

Zora Milenkovic

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Lessons From Past Global Crises for the Iran War

27 Apr 26

As the Iran war brings economic disruption to global consumer markets, Euromonitor looks back at previous crises – the 2008 global financial crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine to understand how each of these crises changed consumer markets.

Camilla Butler

Camilla Butler

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Energy Shock Exposes Asia's Structural Vulnerability

1 Apr 26

The global energy price shock and supply disruptions amid the US/Israel-Iran war expose Asia’s dependence on Middle Eastern energy, concentrated trade corridors, and highly price-sensitive consumer demand. The immediate disruption is already affecting economies, companies and consumers across the region, but the bigger implication is more structural: energy security, supply chain optionality, and value-driven demand are becoming more central to business strategy in a more volatile operating environment.

An Hodgson

An Hodgson

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New Tariffs, New Uncertainty, and New Business Strategies

2 Mar 26

The US Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on 20 February 2026 found that President Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose tariffs was unlawful. Far from reducing trade policy volatility, the Court’s decision – and the White House’s immediate pivot to alternative tariff tools – have increased uncertainty for trading partners, companies and consumers. Understanding the implications of this shift and its consequences is crucial for stakeholders to adapt strategically and make informed decisions.

An Hodgson

An Hodgson

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Key Imperatives Driving Global Industrial Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Transition

23 Feb 26

Industrial unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are entering a transformative era. The global market is accelerating towards electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) systems, reshaping operational models and industry priorities. This shift is significant and urgent, influencing logistics, safety, and infrastructure strategies worldwide.

David Zhang

David Zhang

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