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Industries with the Highest Growth in Employment in 2026
Industries with the Highest Growth in Employment in Global 2026
| Rank | Industry | Employment Growth | Market Size | Businesses | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Global Courier & Delivery Services | 7.0% | $580.3bn | 31,182 | 11,002,803 |
| 2 | Global Commercial Aircraft Manufacturing | 6.4% | $233.3bn | 8,849 | 864,762 |
| 3 | Global Biotechnology | 6.1% | $880.6bn | 16,458 | 1,562,138 |
| 4 | Global Respiratory Ventilator Manufacturing | 4.9% | $5.0bn | 112 | 12,144 |
| 5 | Global Coal Mining | 4.4% | $1.3tr | 10,715 | 4,502,012 |
| 6 | Global Cardboard Box & Container Manufacturing | 4.3% | $526.0bn | 9,492 | 1,200,138 |
| 7 | Global Sports Betting & Lotteries | 4.2% | $402.2bn | 22,125 | 244,462 |
| 8 | Global Music Production & Distribution | 4.2% | $38.2bn | 31,221 | 97,825 |
| 9 | Global Military Aircraft & Aerospace Manufacturing | 4.1% | $280.9bn | 1,286 | 480,679 |
| 10 | Global Cheese Manufacturing | 3.4% | $152.8bn | 5,801 | 372,620 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the industry with the highest growth in employment in 2026?
The industry with the highest growth in employment in 2026 is Global Courier & Delivery Services, with a 7.0% employment growth for 2026. This ranking is based on data compiled by IBISWorld industry analysts.
What are the top three industries with the highest growth in employment in 2026?
The top three industries with the highest growth in employment in 2026 are Global Courier & Delivery Services, Global Commercial Aircraft Manufacturing and Global Biotechnology. Rankings are updated using IBISWorld data.