Our Scans · (LF.8) Decent Work and Growth · Weekly Summary

• [New] We expect China's actual economic growth to stay around 4% this year, and, due to the reduced boost from exports, growth should slow to around 15.5% in 2027 and about 3% in 2028. BOFIT
• [New] China's declared goal of doubling 2020 GDP per capita by 2035 requires growth averaging about 4% a year over the next decade. BOFIT
• [New] India's economy is still growing at nearly 7% and urban unemployment stands at 6.6%, but economists and recruiters warn of weak hiring, slow wage growth and worsening job quality for the 6 to 7 million young Indians entering the workforce each year. ST
• [New] Asia Pacific represents the fastest-growing regional opportunity, fueled by strong passenger growth in China, India, and ASEAN nations. Persistence Market Research
• [New] In a region where the digital economy is projected to exceed USD 300 billion in gross merchandise value, integrating youth into growth sectors is a structural imperative. SIBS 2026
• [New] Latin America is expected to witness substantial growth in the upcoming years. Precedence Research
• [New] Latin America is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR throughout the forecast period, driven by the rapid growth of commercial agriculture and export-oriented farming. Precedence Research
• [New] Globally, HR decision-makers are optimistic about AI's overall impact on hiring volumes, with a net +13% expecting workforce growth by the end of 2026. theHRDIRECTOR
• [New] Self-driving vehicles represent a transformative opportunity for Britain, opening up independent travel for disabled people and older adults, while driving growth and creating high-skilled jobs across the UK. Automotive World
• [New] S&P 500 earnings growth is projected near 20% year-over-year in the next two quarters, with the AI productivity buildout spreading beyond the hyperscalers and semiconductor companies into utilities, communications, industrials, and energy. investing.com
• [New] Portugal is facing demographic and economic pressures, with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) warning that its labour shortages, coupled with an ageing population and affordable housing, are adding to the risks of long-term growth. theHRDIRECTOR
• [New] The hybrid learning segment is expected to grow at an anticipated CAGR of 12.5% from 2026 to 2034 with the increasing demand for flexibility among nontraditional students, who balance education with work and family responsibilities. Market Data Forecast
• [New] The Middle East and Africa are expected to witness steady growth in the upcoming years, driven by the increasing complexity of cyber threats and the growing need for organizations to protect their digital assets. Precedence Research
• [New] Global AI adoption presents communication service providers (CSPs) with a rare opportunity to transform and unlock new growth. Forrester
• [New] Organizations including Deutsche Telekom, BBVA, Telefonica, Sophos, and Scalable Capital will gain access to models such as GPT-5.5 - Cyber with safeguards designed for defensive security work. MarketingProfs
• [New] The NDP's broader vision is to have nearly one million EVs on the road by 2030 with additional charging infrastructure to cater for growth. KPMG
• [New] Tokenized real-world assets will grow from approximately USD0.6 tn 2025 to USD18.9 tn by 2033, representing a compound annual growth rate of more than 50%. JD Supra
• [New] Fastest Growing Region: Asia Pacific is projected to register the highest growth during 2026-2033, fueled by smart city programs, mobile payment proliferation, and surging automated retail demand across China, India, and Southeast Asia. Persistence Market Research
• [New] We expect growth to remain at potential output of 4.8% in 2026, inflation relatively contained, BNM to stay on hold at 2.75%, and trade surplus anchored by electronics exports and steady terms of trade. MUFG Research
• [New] While wider European GDP growth is forecast to reach just 1% in 2026 amid continued inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty, Travel & Tourism GDP across Europe is expected to grow by 3.6%, nearly four times faster. Hospitality Net

Last updated: 25 May 2026