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Industries with the Biggest Decline in Imports in 2026
Industries with the Biggest Decline in Imports in Global 2026
| Rank | Industry | Decline in Imports | Market Size | Businesses | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Global Oil & Gas Exploration & Production | -9.3% | $4.0tr | 100,677 | 3,437,786 |
| 2 | Global Candy & Chocolate Manufacturing | -6.1% | $368.4bn | 25,324 | 952,721 |
| 3 | Global Computer Hardware Manufacturing | -5.9% | $238.2bn | 890 | 499,217 |
| 4 | Global Fertilizer & Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing | -4.1% | $409.8bn | 2,684 | 1,107,855 |
| 5 | Global Sugar Production | -3.5% | $82.0bn | 2,679 | 1,191,830 |
| 6 | Global Iron Ore Mining | -2.2% | $260.0bn | 2,341 | 376,710 |
| 7 | Global Ship & Boat Building | -0.8% | $214.2bn | 3,671 | 557,623 |
| 8 | Global Respiratory Ventilator Manufacturing | -0.2% | $5.0bn | 112 | 12,144 |
| 9 | Global Bakery Goods Manufacturing | -0.1% | $466.4bn | 130,809 | 2,237,440 |
| 10 | Global Newspaper Publishing | 0.0% | $80.5bn | 12,900 | 402,872 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the industry with the biggest decline in imports in 2026?
The industry with the biggest decline in imports in 2026 is Global Oil & Gas Exploration & Production, with a -9.3% decline in imports for 2026. This ranking is based on data compiled by IBISWorld industry analysts.
What are the top three industries with the biggest decline in imports in 2026?
The top three industries with the biggest decline in imports in 2026 are Global Oil & Gas Exploration & Production, Global Candy & Chocolate Manufacturing and Global Computer Hardware Manufacturing. Rankings are updated using IBISWorld data.