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Fastest Declining Industries by Revenue Growth (%) in 2026
Fastest Declining Industries in Global 2026
| Rank | Industry | Revenue Growth | Market Size | Businesses | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Global Oil & Gas Exploration & Production | -7.5% | $4.0tr | 100,677 | 3,437,786 |
| 2 | Global Candy & Chocolate Manufacturing | -4.7% | $368.4bn | 25,324 | 952,721 |
| 3 | Global Commercial Printing | -4.1% | $319.4bn | 196,793 | 1,664,602 |
| 4 | Global Newspaper Publishing | -2.0% | $80.5bn | 12,900 | 402,872 |
| 5 | Global Fertilizer & Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing | -1.9% | $409.8bn | 2,684 | 1,107,855 |
| 6 | Global Iron Ore Mining | -1.8% | $260.0bn | 2,341 | 376,710 |
| 7 | Global Sugar Production | -1.2% | $82.0bn | 2,679 | 1,191,830 |
| 8 | Global Magazine Publishing | -1.0% | $105.2bn | 21,691 | 416,960 |
| 9 | Global Computer Hardware Manufacturing | -0.1% | $238.2bn | 890 | 499,217 |
| 10 | Global Plastic Product & Packaging Manufacturing | 0.1% | $671.8bn | 116,515 | 5,850,127 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest declining industry in 2026?
The fastest declining industry in 2026 is Global Oil & Gas Exploration & Production, with a -7.5% revenue growth for 2026. This ranking is based on data compiled by IBISWorld industry analysts.
What are the top three fastest declining industries in 2026?
The top three fastest declining industries in 2026 are Global Oil & Gas Exploration & Production, Global Candy & Chocolate Manufacturing and Global Commercial Printing. Rankings are updated using IBISWorld data.