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With a vibrant Nikkei community and growing interest in fermented beverages, Argentina is emerging as fertile ground for sake growth. Projections indicate that the Argentine sake market could reach USD 76 million by 2028, according to research by Bonafide Research . Although current consumption is still modest, the stage is ripe for a culturally supported and innovative trend.

Another 2024 study by Bonafide Research projected the Saudi online meditation sector to grow at a compound annual rate of 21.43 percent between 2024 and 2029. Apps such as Calm and Headspace are helping people integrate mindfulness into their digital routines, offering guided meditations and breathing exercises at the tap of a screen.

 (France digital twin market report 2025 - Bonafide Research), while data‑centre and operations studies show AI‑driven twins can cut energy use by 20–30% and halve unexpected downtime through predictive maintenance and automated alerts (Operational digital twins data‑centre ROI and energy savings study).

Bonafide Research, India's personalised gift market is projected to add USD 540 million by 2029, reflecting a strong culture for custom gifting. There is a renewed focus on eco-friendly products and sustainability. According to the Indian Retailers Association, 68% of urban consumers prefer eco-friendly gifts.

Bonafide Research estimates more than $600 million in annual retail sales, while broader industry figures that include food service, processing, and imports put the figure above $16 billion.

The market’s scale depends on how it’s measured. Bonafide Research estimates more than $600 million in annual retail sales, while broader industry figures that include food service, processing and imports put the figure above $16 billion. 

Bonafide Research estimates retail sales alone top $600 million annually, while broader industry estimates put the value above $16 billion. Price hikes hit not just grocery bills but also restaurants, caterers and food processors, and they weigh most heavily on immigrant and lower-income households where rice is a dietary staple.

Bonafide Research estimates retail sales alone top $600 million annually, while broader industry estimates put the value above $16 billion. Price hikes hit not just grocery bills but also restaurants, caterers and food processors, and they weigh most heavily on immigrant and lower-income households where rice is a dietary staple.

Bonafide Research estimates more than $600 million in annual retail sales, while broader industry figures that include food service, processing, and imports put the figure above $16 billion. The gap highlights an important point for policymakers — rice may seem like a niche product in household terms, but economically, it carries weight.

According to Bonafide Research's "Mexico Gaming Market Overview, 2030" report, this sector is valued at more than $53.9 billion pesos. 

This transformation is characterized by a move from passive care to active engagement, from siloed services to an integrated ecosystem, and from aspirational ideals to tangible outcomes. According to Bonafide Research, the Kingdom's mental wellness market is predicted to exceed $1.8 billion by 2029.

The above figure positions Mexico as the leader in Latin America in terms of the number of players. In our region, the industry generates an estimated $2.3 billion in revenue annually and is valued at over 53.9 billion pesos, according to Bonafide Research

Recent data from Bonafide Research (2024) shows a growing preference for pre-owned smartphones that support 5G. This reflects South Africa’s readiness for future technologies and its appetite for innovation.

According to a Bonafide Research report, the UAE collectibles market (including action figures) is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of approximately 7.31% between 2023 and 2028, indicating a continued trend toward high-end collecting.

The limited-time distributor pricing is driving early adoption, with retailers in Germany—where the market was valued at over €3 billion in 2023 (Bonafide Research)—showing strong interest.

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Bonafide Research estimates retail sales alone top $600 million annually, while broader industry estimates put the value above $16 billion. Price hikes hit not just grocery bills but also restaurants, caterers and food processors, and they weigh most heavily on immigrant and lower-income households where rice is a dietary staple.

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The market’s scale depends on how it’s measured. Bonafide Research estimates more than $600 million in annual retail sales, while broader industry figures that include food service, processing and imports put the figure above $16 billion.

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Rice is not a marginal food in this country. Roughly one in ten Canadian adults—about 2.2 million people—consume rice as their primary grain, driven largely by cultural and dietary traditions. The market’s scale depends on how it’s measured: Bonafide Research estimates more than $600 million in annual retail sales, while broader industry figures that include food service, processing, and imports put the figure above $16 billion. 

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