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Industries with the Biggest Increase in Profit Margin in 2026
Industries with the Biggest Increase in Profit Margin in Global 2026
| Rank | Industry | Percentage Point Increase | Market Size | Businesses | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Global Military Aircraft & Aerospace Manufacturing | 2.8pp | $280.9bn | 1,286 | 480,679 |
| 2 | Global Cheese Manufacturing | 2.2pp | $152.8bn | 5,801 | 372,620 |
| 3 | Global Marine & Container Terminal Operation | 1.8pp | $83.1bn | 324 | 646,298 |
| 4 | Global Biotechnology | 1.7pp | $880.6bn | 16,458 | 1,562,138 |
| 5 | Global Investment Banking & Brokerage | 1.0pp | $423.0bn | 23,598 | 235,165 |
| 6 | Global Military Shipbuilding & Submarines | 0.7pp | $87.1bn | 984 | 269,049 |
| 7 | Global Pension Funds | 0.7pp | $5.2tr | 228,132 | 148,854 |
| 8 | Global Cigarette & Tobacco Manufacturing | 0.6pp | $566.6bn | 306 | 383,265 |
| 9 | Global Paper & Pulp Mills | 0.5pp | $622.0bn | 9,545 | 1,468,148 |
| 10 | Global HR & Recruitment Services | 0.5pp | $763.8bn | 938,077 | 9,956,497 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the industry with the biggest increase in profit margin in 2026?
The industry with the biggest increase in profit margin in 2026 is Global Military Aircraft & Aerospace Manufacturing, with a 2.8pp percentage point increase for 2026. This ranking is based on data compiled by IBISWorld industry analysts.
What are the top three industries with the biggest increase in profit margin in 2026?
The top three industries with the biggest increase in profit margin in 2026 are Global Military Aircraft & Aerospace Manufacturing, Global Cheese Manufacturing and Global Marine & Container Terminal Operation. Rankings are updated using IBISWorld data.