Global Scans · Competition · Weekly Summary

• [New] A soaring shekel could eventually hurt export-driven sectors, making Israeli goods more expensive and potentially dulling the competitive edge of key industries just emerging from nearly two years of conflict. The Judean
• [New] Alphabet, the parent company of Google, faces a bigger competitive threat from Meta than ChatGPT, as the tech giants race to dominate the space for AI chatbot assistants and wearable hardware for consumers. Morgan Stanley Australia
• [New] From 2027, a new British industrial competitiveness scheme will reduce energy costs by up to £40 per megawatt hour, a reduction of around 25%, for over 7000 electricity-intensive business in manufacturing sectors, including chemicals. Chemistry World
• [New] Threat of Dumping: Surplus production from China & ASEAN countries may be redirected to India due to global demand mismatches, raising the risk of dumping & unfair competition for domestic producers. PMF IAS
• [New] Sanctions that force countries to develop alternatives ultimately create competitive threats to American businesses. GovFacts
• [New] The newly announced British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme will alleviate financial pressures for eligible energy-intensive businesses such as automotive, aerospace and chemicals by reducing per megawatt hour costs by up to £40. Power Technology
• [New] Humanoid robots that reduce per-delivery costs while maintaining service quality could create competitive advantages for Amazon while forcing industry-wide adoption of similar technologies. Trax Group
• [New] One of the most significant reforms is the introduction of the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme, which will reduce electricity costs by up to 25% for over 7,000 electricity-intensive businesses in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and chemicals starting from 2027. Evening Star
• [New] Companies in electricity-intensive manufacturing sectors like automotive, aerospace and chemicals will get their costs reduced by up to £40 per megawatt hour from 2027 under the new British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme announced yesterday. Proactiveinvestors UK
• [New] Commercial energy prices in the UK have placed firms at a real disadvantage for too long, so the proposed reductions - through both the Competitiveness Scheme and Supercharger support - could offer significant relief. Construction Equipment Association
• [New] Economic Competition: Bangladesh could leverage the competition between China and India to maximize development aid, trade agreements, and infrastructure investments. The Financial Express
• [New] While only 1% of companies have reached AI maturity, 72% of small businesses plan to incorporate AI by the end of 2025, creating an unprecedented opportunity to gain competitive advantage. The Future of Conversation: How AI Voice Agents Are Rev
• [New] As other regions such as the United States and China ramp up their green hydrogen initiatives, the EU's policy adjustments could set a new benchmark for international cooperation and competitive advantage. archyde
• [New] Potential challenges and risks for Tesla's robotaxi business include regulatory hurdles, technological limitations, and competition from other companies in the autonomous vehicle industry. TSLA Investors
• [New] The compatibility with existing manufacturing lines could mean faster commercialization, giving 24M an edge in a fiercely competitive battery landscape dominated by giants like CATL, Panasonic, and LG Energy Solution. AzerNews.az
• As India accelerates towards its 2047 goals, infrastructure is no longer just a support function, it is the lifeline of growth, competitiveness, and national ambition. BDB India Private Limited
• Daimler Truck and Volvo Group will remain competitors and continue to differentiate their range of product and services offerings, including their respective digital solutions. Auto Tech News
• Tesla anticipates significant cost advantages due to its vertically integrated production and its 'vision-only' approach to autonomous driving, potentially reducing costs per mile compared to competitors like Waymo. archyde
• As global demand rises for environmentally responsible production, Vietnam is aligning its growth strategies with sustainability goals, aiming to enhance competitiveness, reduce environmental impacts, and secure a stronger position in the global value chain by 2030. Middle East Africa Textile News - Kohan Textile Journal
• Invest in Innovation and Talent: Continued investment in R&D, alongside policies that attract top global talent, will be critical to maintaining a competitive edge and fostering cross-border collaboration on innovation. Atlas Institute for International Affairs
• Upside risks to prices could stem from the need to replenish depleted inventories - particularly in Europe - and from stronger competition for LNG supplies if trade uncertainty eases and global growth prospects improve. World Bank Group
• While palm oil stocks hit a record 1.77 million tonnes in May, the crude palm oil price moving forward will be supported by firm exports, improved price competitiveness against soybean oil and elevated crude oil prices. TheEdge

Last updated: 29 June 2025