Global Scans · Consumer · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: Technology will become the new sales assistant, always on, always friendly, always delivering. Consumers will co-create and create products to their exact needs. Brands will have to focus on seizing mobile moments on apps that already have consumer's attention. Instantly explore below how lifestyles, buying behaviors and attitudes are changing and where you fall short in the battle to win consumers hearts and minds.

• [New] Growth and Monetization of Direct-to-Consumer (Streaming) Services: Disney anticipates continued revenue expansion from its streaming platforms, including Disney +, Hulu, and ESPN +. Trefis
• [New] Direct-to-Consumer Streaming Services (SVOD/Video Streaming): The global video streaming market size was valued at approximately USD 615.93 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 3226.07 billion by the end of 2032. Trefis
• [New] The global market for Electric Mobility was valued at US$ 930.8 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 3.0 Trillion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 21.5% from 2024 to 2030. Yahoo Finance UK
• [New] OIL SHOCK COULD SPEED UK EV UPTAKE Rising oil prices following US and Israeli strikes on Iran and closure of the Strait of Hormuz are shifting the economic case toward EVs, accelerating a consumer tipping point already supported by better batteries. Apple Podcasts
• [New] As lower-cost, higher-performance LFP batteries gain traction across both mobility and stationary storage applications, tightening licensing control could hamper U.S. manufacturers' ability to pivot away from legacy chemistries and respond to evolving demand. Center for Strategic and International Studies
• [New] Mobility sectors are expected to remain the dominant end market and to continue to account for roughly 75-90 percent of total U.S. battery demand through 2035; about 40% of operating and planned U.S. battery manufacturing capacity was tied to partnerships with automakers in 2025. Center for Strategic and International Studies
• [New] Clean beauty has moved well beyond a marketing trend the global clean beauty market is projected to grow from $163 billion in 2025 to $264 billion by 2030, driven by consumer demand for transparent, high-performance formulas. Topical Skin
• [New] Gen X will be the consumer spending leader globally through 2033, surpassing $20 trillion in spending power. CNBC
• [New] Emerging markets in Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa are witnessing a surge in organic farming and high-value crop production driven by rising consumer demand and export opportunities. Verified Market Reports
• [New] Consumption and demand patterns will shift considerably over the next decade as populations age, new consumption centers emerge, and younger generations increasingly dominate the consumer market. Yahoo Finance
• [New] India is expected to be Apple's fastest-growing consumer market through 2030. FinancialContent
• [New] The smart glasses market could experience significant acceleration if Apple successfully launches compelling consumer products in 2027. BUSINESS 2.0 NEWS
• [New] The necessity of maintaining compliance with evolving global financial regulations and protecting consumer data against increasing cybersecurity threats adds a layer of complexity to system deployment. Precedence Research
• [New] Following the precedent set by the California Consumer Privacy Act and the California Privacy Rights Act, businesses can expect further updates in consumer protection obligations by 2026. Pomona Chamber of Commerce
• [New] Consumer confidence sank to a record low in April as fears mounted over the Iran war's impact on the broader economy. CNBC
• [New] The market for AI-powered mobility is expected to grow rapidly, with 78% of organizations planning to increase AI budgets in the next 12 months according to Futurum Group's AI Platforms Decision Maker Survey (n = 820, Q1 2026). Futurum
• [New] AI-assisted purchasing will account for a significant share of consumer spending within three years. Barchart.com
• [New] Netflix will serve as a bellwether for consumer spending and pricing power in digital services. Schwab Network
• [New] Accelerated by incentives in the President's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act, consumer pressure, and first movers in the private sector, industrial decarbonization will be important for the shift to a net-zero economy by 2050. / USA Energy.gov
• [New] A more constructive approach to economic disruption would shift away from broad tariffs and protectionism, which tend to raise consumer prices and erode the competitiveness of US manufacturing by increasing input costs. HubbardOBrienEconomics.com Blog
• [New] Plant-based proteins are projected to retain over 33.4% category share in 2026, supported by strong consumer interest in health, sustainability, and improved taste and texture innovations. Pall
• [New] Consumer-level grocery price impacts should be expected to emerge and accumulate progressively over a period extending from late spring through at least late 2026 - and potentially into 2027. Center for Commercial Agriculture

Last updated: 30 April 2026