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WHAT'S NEXT?: Digital lifestyles are on the rise around the world and AR and VR will likely see us all using wearables, head-mounted displays and smartphones in almost everything we do. And, most of us will be living in cities too with full amenities close by.

• [New] The significance of online promotion is underscored by the anticipated growth of the online advertising sector, projected to reach a value of USD 24.1 billion by 2028, with an impressive growth rate of 32.1%. Techneeds
• [New] The price of Pi is predicted to reach at a minimum value of $11.43 in 2033. Https://Priceprediction.Net
• [New] North America is estimated to reach USD 4,740.95 Million by 2032 from a value of USD 2,221.31 Million in 2024 and is projected to grow by USD 2,405.03 Million in 2025. Consegic Business Intelligence
• [New] As of 2023, Argentina's CNC machining industry is valued at approximately USD 66.9 million, with projections indicating growth to USD 101.2 million by 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 6.1% from 2024 to 2030. BEAUSINO
• The Light Commercial Vehicles segment, valued at USD 420.19 billion in 2024, is projected to grow to USD 652.55 billion by 2034. Ameliorate Digital Consultancy Pvt Ltd
• The augmented reality and VR markets are expected to surge over the next five years, reaching a value of £45 billion worldwide. Pharmaphorum
• North America is estimated to reach USD 34,078.89 Million by 2031 from a value of USD 4,894.38 Million in 2023 and is projected to grow by USD 6,150.71 Million in 2024. Consegic Business Intelligence
• Asia-Pacific is expected to grow with the highest CAGR growth of 8.7% and is estimated to reach USD 28.21 Billion by 2032 from a value of USD 14.46 Billion in 2024 and is projected to grow by USD 15.44 Billion in 2025. Consegic Business Intelligence
• In a recent study, McKinsey & Company called The Economic Potential of Generative AI, estimates that the banking sector can create between $340 billion of value from generative AI every year by 2030. Boston Institute of Analytics
• As businesses rethink the global value chain and seek opportunities to diversify risks, the ASEAN countries offer an appealing opportunity with tremendous growth potential. J.P. MORGAN
• North America is estimated to reach USD 5,377.31 Million by 2031 from a value of USD 3,520.88 Million in 2023 and is projected to grow by USD 3,651.04 Million in 2024. Consegic Business Intelligence
• Projects such as Bonga Southwest Aparo, Bonga North and Bonga Main Life extension could grow Nigerian businesses and improve their expertise if they applied themselves seriously to executing higher value contracts. Channels Television
• The pet care industry in Chile is projected to experience stronger growth in both retail value and volume terms over the forecast period, outpacing recent years. Euromonitor
• In 2025, the pet care industry in Chile is expected to regain momentum in both volume and value terms, supported by an improving economic climate and rising disposable incomes. Euromonitor
• Forecasts indicate a continued upward trajectory with a CAGR of 11.3% during 2025-2029, potentially reaching USD 3.87 billion by the end of 2029 from its 2024 value of USD 2.20 billion. Yahoo Finance
• Asia Pacific is estimated to reach USD 11,628.82 Million by 2031 from a value of USD 4,546.70 Million in 2023 and is projected to grow by USD 5,024.30 Million in 2024. Consegic Business Intelligence
• Macro-tailwinds, including the increasing adoption of online shopping and digital services, present an opportunity for Amazon to capture further growth. PandaForecast.com
• The next 14 days show no widespread rainfall in the forecast, which is expected to push feed values higher and continue pricing grain further north into NSW to meet demand. Grain Central
• With disciplined execution and a clear strategic focus, Space42 is positioning itself as a global leader in space technology, ready to capitalize on long-cycle opportunities and deliver sustainable value across national and international markets. CPI Trade Media
• As global markets reprice risk, gold has reasserted its role as the preferred store of value. FX Empire
• India will benefit from tariff elimination on about 99% of tariff lines, covering nearly 100% of the trade value, opening significant opportunities for increased bilateral trade. IBPS Guide
• Platforms like Salesforce and Microsoft Dynamics 365 leverage AI to optimize sales pipelines, analyze customer data and predict future behaviour. Digittrix Infotech Pvt Ltd
• The tariff escalation could distort production patterns and drive a sharp reconfiguration of global value chains, resulting in a less efficient and more opaque trade system. CEPR

Last updated: 26 June 2025