Agility 2026 Emerging Markets Index Released

Agility has released its 17th annual Emerging Markets Index for 2026, revealing that logistics executives anticipate a year of significant volatility in trade, geopolitics, and the global economy. The survey of 503 industry professionals indicates that 86% expect increased turbulence or view it as the 'new normal.' A near-universal 98% of respondents are adopting AI to manage supply chain operations. Companies are continuously reconfiguring supply chains due to factors like COVID-19, US-China friction, and tariff increases. The report also highlights that 97% of executives are shifting production and sourcing, while 48% are pausing or slowing sustainability efforts due to cost-cutting and shifting priorities. The Gulf Cooperation Council region is identified as a thriving trade crossroads, investing heavily in AI and energy transition. China, India, United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia remain top-ranked emerging markets.