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WHAT'S NEXT?: Technology will become the new sales assistant, always on, always friendly, always delivering. Consumers will co-create and create products to their exact needs. Brands will have to focus on seizing mobile moments on apps that already have consumer's attention. Instantly explore below how lifestyles, buying behaviors and attitudes are changing and where you fall short in the battle to win consumers hearts and minds.

• [New] AI agents could mediate $3 trillion to $5 trillion of global consumer commerce by 2030 under moderate scenarios. Omnichannel Customer Engagement Platform
• [New] AI agents could mediate $3 trillion to $5 trillion in global consumer commerce by 2030. Omnichannel Customer Engagement Platform
• [New] McKinsey projects AI agents could mediate $3 trillion to $5 trillion of global consumer commerce by 2030. nshift
• [New] Drones and advanced air mobility technologies could add tens of billions of dollars a year to the Canadian economy in the next 20 years, according to a recent study commissioned by NAV CANADA, and the province of Alberta offers many advantages to advance capabilities. Investment Monitor
• [New] The retail and e-commerce application segment is expected to grow at a fastest CAGR of 9.5% from 2026 to 2034 with the explosive expansion of online shopping and direct to consumer delivery models. Market Data Forecast
• [New] As the prevalence of overweight and obesity increases globally, individuals are at greater risk of developing musculoskeletal disorders, joint degeneration and weight-related limb injuries that necessitate orthopedic interventions and prosthetic solutions to restore mobility and function. The National Law Review
• [New] UK consumer spending will grow by 0.3% in 2026, compared to the 0.9% growth the UK had been on track to achieve prior to the Middle East conflict. EY
• [New] The conflict in the Middle East is forecast to weigh on the UK economy and exacerbate longstanding national challenges related to consumer spending and energy prices. EY
• [New] Higher energy prices are pushing consumer price inflation higher in most economies and are expected to weigh on global economic activity. Reserve Bank of Australia
• [New] Amazon's infrastructure and efficiency have the potential to set a new baseline for cost and service that impacts consumer expectations across all digital channels. Forrester
• [New] Brand owner commitments: Over 500 of the world's largest consumer goods companies have committed to achieving 25-100% recycled content in their packaging by 2030. Wanplas
• [New] Weakening consumer confidence could become one of the biggest threats to economic growth during the second half of the year if households continue reducing discretionary spending. CPA | The Credit Protection Association
• [New] In the United States, consumer sentiment has fallen sharply despite stronger-than-expected jobs data, as rising fuel costs and inflation concerns continue to weigh on household finances. CPA | The Credit Protection Association
• [New] According to recent 2026 industry data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau over 70% of lenders have now integrated Automated Underwriting Systems that utilize machine learning for primary risk scoring. CapStonePlanet
• [New] By 2030, electric vehicles are expected to be no longer a niche alternative, but a core direction of the global car industry, reshaping manufacturing, energy systems and consumer expectations. heycar
• [New] From flying cars and robotaxis to humanoid robots, Xpeng is racing toward the future of mobility faster than most expected. Mint
• [New] Consumer inflation is forecast to average 2.7% in 2026, as the conflict in the Middle East puts upward pressure on energy prices. Indigenous Lands & Resources Today
• [New] Consumer inflation expectations for 2027 slipped to 4.5%, while for five years, they edged down to 3.4% in May. ST
• [New] Average consumer price inflation is projected to edge up from 8.3% in 2025 to 8.7% in 2026, ranging from 3.2% in Nepal and 4.1% in India to 35.4% in the Islamic Republic of Iran. India
• [New] Germany is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR, mainly driven by the strong presence of the organized retail sector, rapid e-commerce growth, high consumer purchasing power, and stringent sustainability standards. Precedence Research
• [New] As urban population density and traffic congestion in UK major cities continue to intensify, the demand for congestion-bypassing urban air mobility solutions will grow proportionally with the severity of the surface transportation problem eVTOL addresses. Mobility Foresights
• The Health and Fitness segment is predicted to witness the highest CAGR of 19.7% from 2026 to 2034 due to a surging consumer focus on holistic wellness and self-improvement. Market Data Forecast
• As technology becomes more consumer-facing, developers, neuroscientists, and ethical consultants will play vital roles in BCI adoption. Redline Group

Last updated: 21 May 2026