Global Scans · Consumer · Weekly Summary

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] Autonomous driving could generate between $300 billion and $400 billion in annual revenue by 2035, largely from shared mobility services, logistics fleets and premium driver assistance features. Zego
• [New] Health and beauty are booming: Consumer health and beauty are high-growth sectors, driven by younger, wellness-focused consumers and expected to see strong global sales through 2028 and beyond. JD Supra
• [New] Retailers like Target and Kroger could see improved sales of big-ticket items as consumer confidence rises. Ainvest
• [New] The next few years will witness major shifts, driven by both technological advancements and evolving consumer expectations. Site Title
• [New] The all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology is showcased at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich and is set to expand the GLC line-up starting in the first half of 2026. EVSpecifications
• [New] The now fully-implemented Consumer Duty is expected to drive further enforcement, particularly concerning payments firms (given the FCA's recent focus on their non-compliance) and vulnerable customers. Passle
• [New] The FTC will seek information from the nine largest consumer chatbots. Insurance Journal
• [New] For the EV industry, the next few years will be crucial as companies try to scale production, cut costs, and win consumer trust. SFC Today
• [New] Ola Electric remains a key player in India's electric mobility push, but the road ahead will not be smooth. SFC Today
• [New] Any delay in onboarding MTN will lead to duplicated networks, higher consumer prices, and a slower rollout of 5G. Myjoyonline
• [New] As consumer privacy concerns continue to grow and regulations like GDPR, CCPA, and ePrivacy evolve, marketers in 2025 will need to adopt a privacy-first approach to digital marketing. PMC Media Group
• [New] As consumer markets grow in Southeast Asia and South America, the demand for sophisticated and sustainable packaging solutions will continue to rise. hangdachem.com
• The path to success in 2025 digital marketing will be paved with adaptability, innovation, and a deep understanding of consumer behaviour. Site Title
• A recent analysis by TransUnion, a global firm focused on consumer credit reporting, has uncovered a significant correlation between rising payment-to-income (PTI) ratios and increasing mortgage delinquency rates, offering lenders a critical early warning tool to manage financial risk. Crowdfund Insider
• If the Philippines is to maximize the digital economy's opportunities, it must prioritize consumer empowerment, financial inclusion, and responsible innovation. Manila Standard
• Despite a projected 82% increase in consumer payment usage from 2024 to 2026, only 2.6% of Americans are expected to use crypto for payments by 2026. Ainvest
• Crypto adoption remains limited by privacy fears, with only 2.6% of Americans expected to use crypto for payments by 2026 despite rising consumer interest. Ainvest
• International expansion is already underway: it is expected that in 2026, the first robotaxis will start operating in cities in the United Kingdom and Germany, marking a before and after in the history of urban mobility. Noticias Ambientales
• Despite reduced US growth expectations, inflation expectations have risen due to anticipated tariff impacts on consumer prices, which we can track using PriceStats data. State Street
• A 10% drop in consumer confidence could correlate with a 2% decline in consumer traffic within two months. Restaurant Dive
• Wet pet food represents the fastest-growing application segment with 8.5% CAGR through 2030, driven by consumer perception of higher quality and nutritional value compared to dry alternatives. Mordor Intelligence
• There's potential for higher margins in organic products with unique attributes or additional label claims, such as 100% Grass Fed, which can enhance consumer appeal. DairyReporter.com

Last updated: 11 September 2025