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WHAT'S NEW?: Moves away from traditional, hierarchical, full-time structures towards a gig and shared economy continue apace. New models of virtual working and work anywhere, anytime for anybody are likely to grow dramatically in the coming years.

• [New] The United States will remain a net exporter of petroleum products through 2050 in all cases as expected capacity expansions at export terminals allow refineries and natural gas processors to increase exports. EIA - Energy Information Administration
• [New] U.S. production growth of crude oil and natural gas remains relatively high through 2030 due to increasing U.S. exports of petroleum products and liquefied natural gas, as U.S. energy exports continue to be economical for international consumers. EIA - Energy Information Administration
• [New] Asia-Pacific is set to achieve the strongest regional 2024-2029 CAGR of 4.0%, fueled by the recovery of China, along with strong economic growth in emerging markets. Research and Markets
• [New] Orders from major markets like the US and EU are declining, and trade policies remain uncertain, making it difficult for businesses to forecast and plan financially. Vietnamnet.vn
• [New] Total telecom and pay-TV service revenue in Italy will decline at a CAGR of 0.5% over the forecast period 2024-2029, due in decline in revenues from mobile voice & messaging, fixed voice and pay-TV segments. Research and Markets
• [New] In the short term, the further Russia advances and the more agricultural land is affected by fighting, the more production will fall. Centre for European Reform
• [New] As a regular leisure or business traveler, hydrogen trains will give a novel, cleaner means to travel up and down within the US within the near future. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The implications of launching Tesla's robotaxi service extend beyond technology and regulation; they encapsulate economic, social, and competitive factors that will shape the future of urban mobility. OpenTools
• [New] China is projected to contribute nearly 30% of global GDP growth in 2025, making its economic trajectory a critical factor in shaping global markets and supply chains. Mirage News
• [New] Along with lower production, USDA increased its crush forecast by 50 mb to 2.54 mb while cutting exports by 70 mb. Hoosier Ag Today
• [New] Virtual reality golf simulators will offer immersive playing experiences, enabling golfers to practice on virtual replicas of world-renowned courses or engage in competitive virtual tournaments from the comfort of their homes. SKZ Tour
• [New] The overall telecom and pay-TV services revenue in Italy will decline at a CAGR of 0.5% during the 2024-2029 forecast period. Research and Markets
• [New] According to ERCOT, the organization operating the power grid that serves 90% of electricity demand across Texas, its electricity demand could surge 70% by 2031. IER
• [New] AI and the Global Economy (2025), AI literacy is the top skill found in job postings, and they predict that more businesses will be partnering with educators to teach it in the workforce. Library Technology News Service
• A new imaging technique developed by MIT researchers could enable quality-control robots in a warehouse to peer through a cardboard shipping box and see that the handle of a mug buried under packing peanuts is broken. MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Organizers want transformative solutions that optimize production, expand access to essential goods, and unlock Africa's export potential - especially in housing, food, and healthcare. iAfrica.com
• 'No confidence' Three years ago, Thailand unveiled an ambitious plan to transform its car industry, long dominated by Japanese majors like Toyota and Honda, to ensure at least 30% of its total auto production was EVs by 2030. Reuters
• Thailand's ambitious plan to transform its auto industry by ensuring at least 30% of total production is electric vehicles by 2030 is threatened by the struggles of firms like Neta, prompting policymakers to reconsider the effectiveness of their incentive schemes. Reuters
• Over the past year, BDC has increased employment by over 24% year-on-year, with 85% of new hires hired in local markets, generating localized job opportunities and contributing to talent development for the data center sector. https://vir.com.vn/
• FSMOne Malaysia expects global financial markets to remain volatile in 2025 but sees selective opportunities in Global Technology, Japan, Singapore and, cautiously, Malaysia. Nabalu News
• The Deployment Of Driverless Taxis Could Significantly Reduce Traffic And Improve Air Quality. archyde
• Utility street works cost the UK economy at least £4 B per year and can cause disruption to businesses and residents. SlideShare
• We expect pension investors' appetite for emerging markets equities and government bonds, as well as US high yield bonds, to be influenced by a balance of return potential, risk considerations and diversification objectives in 2025. AXA IM UK

Last updated: 14 July 2025