Global Scans · Decent Work and Growth · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.

• [New] Fertility Rate and Demographic Transition: India's Total Fertility Rate has declined to 1.9, below the replacement level of 2.1, reflecting a demographic transition and potential for economic growth. EDUREV.IN
• [New] 55% of organizations prioritize features with the potential to drive revenue growth, while 47% focus on user satisfaction improvements. Valeriu Crudu
• [New] In the United States, the economic growth rate is projected to temporarily rise in the second quarter due to front-loaded demand resulting from the imposition of tariffs, but the growth trend is expected to slow in the second half of the year.
• [New] Document Informationclick to expand document informationPakistan's economy is projected to recover with GDP growth of 2.68% in FY25 and 4.2% in FY26, supported by lower interest rates and improved investor confidence following an IMF agreement. Scribd
• [New] The next generation of technology is intersecting with regulatory shifts and industry consolidation to drive global mobility industry growth to $1.1 trillion through 2035, from $389 billion in 2023, with the highest rates of growth forecasted in Asia. Oliver Wyman Forum
• [New] Asia Pacific is expected to experience the fastest growth during the forecast period due to an increase in cyberattacks. Precedence Research
• The Asia-Pacific region is experiencing the fastest growth, currently accounting for around 32% and projected to surpass North America within the next three years, fueled by increasing internet penetration and a burgeoning middle class. Archynewsy
• AI and quantum computing are expected to drive growth through the 2030s, based on current technological trends. SupplyChain Strategy
• India has the potential to boost economic growth through increased productivity and innovation. Scribd
• The semiconductor industry offers Bangladesh a unique opportunity to graduate into a high-value, high-growth sector and establish itself as a credible player in the global technology ecosystem. BSS
• Reports indicate a projected growth of 300% in zk-rollup adoption by 2025, making them a significant area of focus for blockchain developers. Valeriu Crudu
• There is significant growth in the potential of the ePharmacy industry in emerging economies such as India, due to its large population and fast digital transformation. Precedence Research
• Diamfab's €8.7 million funding positions the company to achieve 4-inch wafer growth by 2025-2026, while Orbray has completed mass-production technology development for 2-inch diamond wafers. Brian D. Colwell
• Global energy consumption is expected to increase by 23% between now and 2050, driven by factors such as population growth, rapid urbanization, and economic development. Channels Television
• If weakness now takes hold, it will be difficult for the US to sustainably achieve growth at trend let alone outperform as it has done in the recent past. Westpac IQ
• The IMF's 3.8% projection matches its estimate from last year, indicating that despite all the global challenges, Africa is expected to maintain a steady growth pace. Businessday NG
• We expect Latin America to see modest growth, with momentum in Brazil softening amid tighter financial conditions and fiscal constraints, and growth in Mexico constrained by trade tensions with the US. MIT OpenCourseWare
• India remains a global bright spot, underpinned by infrastructure investment and strong domestic demand, with GDP growth projected at 6.6% in 2025 and 6.5% in 2026, following a 6.7% advance in 2024. MIT OpenCourseWare
• Lower goods demand from the U.S. could slow global trade and economic and corporate earnings growth in other countries, which could hurt the performance of international stocks. Schwab Brokerage
• Risks to the economic outlook include elevated policy uncertainty, tighter global financial conditions, and potential trade tensions, although there are opportunities for stronger growth through fiscal support and digital investment. Scribd

Last updated: 13 July 2025