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Staying ahead of the latest business and technology trends is a constant challenge for today’s enterprise leaders. While the future is always uncertain, one of the most powerful ways to gain clarity is by leveraging economic growth and spending forecasts. Forrester’s forecasts combine proprietary data with sharp market insights to offer a detailed view of the trends and shifts that will shape tomorrow’s business strategies.
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Global Technology Spending Will Grow a Record 7.8% In 2026 To Reach $5.6 Trillion
Global technology investment is accelerating at a pace we haven’t seen since the height of the pandemic. Generative AI fueled spending is reshaping the tech landscape, Forrester expects nearly two‑thirds of global tech spending growth over the next five years will come from software and computer equipment, especially servers. The IMF predicts that surging AI […]
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US Technology Spending Will Grow a Record 8.3% In 2026 To Reach $2.9 Trillion
Noise about an AI bubble will persist, especially in the US. So what’s the outlook for tech spending in 2026? Forrester forecasts rapid growth in US technology spending by enterprises and government, including technology staffing costs – to the tune of $2.9 trillion in 2026 with an 8.3% annual growth rate. This contrasts with weaker […]
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GenAI and Cloud Push IT Services Toward $2.1 Trillion by 2029
Despite a slowing global economy and geopolitical tensions, IT services spending—including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)—is on track to see 4.8% CAGR from 2024 to 2029, to reach more than $2.1 trillion by 2029. Over half of revenues for the top IT service firms will come from financial services, manufacturing, energy, and the public sector, […]
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US Retail In 2030: E-Commerce Expands, Stores Still Matter
Forrester’s US Retail E-Commerce Forecast, 2025 to 2030 reveals steady growth across total retail, online sales, and store-based spending. Learn more about the key trends and where to find more detailed data and insights.
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European Tech Spend Grows 5% In 2025 To Reach €1.4 Trillion
In 2025, European technology spending will see a significant uptick of 5% to reach a monumental €1.4 trillion. Find out which sectors and categories will drive the growth in this preview of our annual European tech market forecast.
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US Tech Spending Defies The Economic Slowdown To Hit $2.7 Trillion In 2025
Despite persistent inflation and a cooling labor market, US tech spending is forecast to grow by 6.1% in the US in 2025 to reach a staggering $2.7 trillion. Find out what’s driving this growth and what tech leaders can expect in 2025.
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Global Technology Spending In 2025 Will Reach $4.9 Trillion With Robust 5.6% Growth
Forrester’s latest global technology market forecast shows robust growth of 5.6% in 2025 driving the market to $4.9 trillion. Learn what’s generating this growth and how to plan for the year ahead.
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Navigating Economic Waters: The New US Administration’s Spending Scenarios And Global Impact
With a new US administration coming in, there is always economic uncertainty. Learn some of the factors that could be strong influencers of future US economic growth and how they could impact other global markets.