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• [New] India's domestic air cargo trade is forecasted to continue rapid growth at 6.9% per year over the next two decades. Indian Aerospace and Defence Bulletin - News for aerosp
• [New] The rise of high-end electronics manufacturing in India, such as smartphones and wearables, along with other high-value-added manufacturing, like semiconductors, is creating opportunities for future air cargo growth. Indian Aerospace and Defence Bulletin - News for aerosp
• [New] Agility will be a key factor in future growth, as brands that can adapt swiftly to evolving consumer preferences and changing retail environments will be better positioned to succeed. Paralleldots
• [New] Europe and the Asia-Pacific regions are expected to experience significant growth through 2030, supported by increasing healthcare investments, rising awareness of neuromodulation therapies, and growing geriatric populations. ReAnIn
• [New] As global economic trends shift towards sustainability, CIS markets are adapting, with increased focus on green technologies and responsible investing driving long-term growth potential. Statista
• [New] Demand for freighter aircraft is expected to rise substantially, with Airbus forecasting a 45% growth in the global freighter fleet by 2040. eplaneai
• [New] The next phase driven by public-private convergence, diversification, stronger regulation, domestic participation, and tech-led transparency will position InvITs as key enablers of sustainable, long-term growth, powering India's infrastructure-led economic transformation in the years ahead. Economic Times
• [New] Technology and ESG principles will drive operations, positioning InvITs for sustainable growth and India's economic transformation. Economic Times
• [New] Institutional Growth: As more institutions adopt Ethereum, its role in the global financial system will continue to expand. OKX Europe
• [New] Workforce Disruption & New Opportunities: AI could disrupt 40% of jobs globally, with 30% of US work hours automated by 2030, but it will also create 97 million new AI-related roles, especially in STEM fields and emerging AI-native careers. Netguru
• [New] Global smartphone shipments will reach 1.2213 billion units in 2025, representing a 2.3% growth from the previous year. DIGITIMES Inc.
• [New] Pixxel's work in Earth-imaging satellites and Agnikul's small satellite launch vehicles illustrate a future where India's space companies will not only fulfil national needs but also compete globally, catering to international clients seeking economical space solutions. VentureLab
• [New] The steady expansion and strategic transformation of Madayn underscore Oman's robust commitment to industrial growth and sustainability, presenting significant opportunities for businesses to capitalize on modern infrastructure and emerging industrial clusters. OMANET | Navigate Oman's Market
• [New] By 2026, several DePIN projects are anticipated to experience significant growth, particularly in data storage, cloud computing, and decentralized wireless networks, which are essential for the Web3 ecosystem. DePINscan
• [New] The balance sheet discipline, real-world adoption, and maturing regulatory clarity give XRP a rare combination of growth potential and institutional legitimacy - marking it as one of the most asymmetric opportunities in digital assets heading into 2026. investing.com
• [New] Australian small-cap stocks are having their best run in over a decade due to strong earnings and growth potential, as pricey blue-chip stocks have sent investors seeking value elsewhere. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• OpenAI expects significant revenue growth and plans substantial investments in computing power for future AI breakthroughs. Economic Times
• Following the penetration of electrical & electronic and tyre throughout the U.S. and Canada, industry players anticipate that North America will provide attractive growth potential. Precedence Research
• Governments, private operators, and global bodies must work together to create robust frameworks for protecting subsea cables before the next disruption strikes. Caliber.az
• Consensus forecasts anticipate robust earnings growth for the tech sector, leading other sectors in 2025 and 2026. The Chronicle-Journal
• The ability of economies to absorb the current shocks and adapt to a potentially lower-growth, higher-cost environment will ultimately determine the shape of the global financial markets for years to come. The Chronicle-Journal
• A prolonged period of low growth and persistent inflation remains a tangible risk, particularly in Europe. The Chronicle-Journal

Last updated: 17 November 2025