Which ‘megatrends’ will dominate in 2025 – and beyond?
| Investing megatrends are long-term shifts that significantly influence economies, industries, and global investment markets. | AI, demand for energy, and geopolitical tensions are influencing where investors put their money. | Ageing populations will drive growth in healthcare sectors, while also challenging economic and social systems. |
Geopolitical conflict, Artificial Intelligence (AI), energy demand and shifting demographics… these are some of the investing megatrends that are expected to change the way we live and work in 2025 and beyond. Which one will have the biggest impact?
Global shifts
Investing megatrends are powerful, long-term shifts expected to reshape industries, economies and investment markets on a global scale. These aren’t just passing trends; they’re already influencing how we live and work, how businesses operate and where investors put their money.
Some key megatrends are:
Geopolitical conflict
With global tensions rising in recent years, lengthy conflicts in Europe, the Middle East, and East Asia have destabilised markets. For investors, global uncertainty presents opportunities as nations prioritise security and military innovation
Artificial Intelligence
AI is driving economic change by automating tasks, reshaping business models and boosting efficiency. Massive investment in data centres, cloud computing and hardware is fuelling its expansion, while concerns over an ‘AI bubble’ have surfaced
Demand for energy
Global energy consumption is surging, driven by economic growth, transport electrification and AI demand. This rising demand is reshaping the energy sector, creating both challenges and investment opportunities. Nuclear energy is making a comeback, and offshore oil and gas exploration is reviving, all while renewable energy is thriving
Shifting demographics
People are living longer, which could allow investors to benefit by focusing on sectors set for rising demand in medical services, treatments and elderly care. The shift could also pose risks to national economies.
The value of investments and the income they produce can fall as well as rise. You may get back less than you invested.