Smart Metering in Latin America and the Caribbean - 3rd Edition Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2030

Smart metering in Latin America and the Caribbean is experiencing significant growth, with the installed base of smart electricity meters forecast to increase from 17.3 million units in 2024 to 61.3 million units by 2030, representing a 23.5% compound annual growth rate. Brazil and Mexico are leading the market, accounting for over 65% of annual meter demand. Key drivers include grid modernization efforts, electricity theft reduction, and supportive government policies. Major utilities like Cemig, COPEL, Enel, and CPFL are expanding investments in advanced metering infrastructure.

09/11/2026, 5:54 AM • GlobeNewswire

Aircraft Cabin Interiors Market by Type, End User, Platform, Material, and Region - Aircraft Cabin Interiors Market to Reach USD 38.00 Billion by 2031, Driven by Fleet Modernization and Cabin Upgrades

The global aircraft cabin interiors market is projected to grow from USD 29.22 billion in 2026 to USD 38.00 billion by 2031, at a 5.39% CAGR. Growth is driven by new aircraft deliveries, fleet modernization, premium seating, and connected in-flight entertainment systems. The aftermarket segment and eVTOL aircraft segment are expected to post the highest growth rates, with North America maintaining the largest market share.

09/11/2026, 5:53 AM • GlobeNewswire

Building Automation System Market

The building automation system market is undergoing structural transformation as hardware commoditizes while software, analytics, and building intelligence capture strategic value. The global BAS market, valued at $105.5 billion in 2026, is projected to reach $182.6 billion by 2033 at 8.2% CAGR. Key shifts include portfolio-level standardization replacing building-by-building procurement, cloud-based deployments displacing on-premise architectures, and cybersecurity becoming a primary procurement criterion. Large commercial owners are consolidating vendor relationships over the next 18 months, creating compounding advantages for early movers while independent system integrators face consolidation pressure.

09/08/2026, 8:50 AM • GlobeNewswire

Honeywell Is Now Three Companies. Here's Which Piece I'd Actually Own.

Honeywell has completed its breakup into three separate companies: Honeywell Technologies (automation), Solstice Advanced Materials, and Honeywell Aerospace. The article recommends Honeywell Technologies as the best investment choice, as CEO Vimal Kapur chose to lead this division, which shows strong 16% order growth and benefits from AI-driven industrial automation trends. Honeywell Aerospace lowered guidance and appears to be off to a rocky start, while Solstice Advanced Materials, though performing well, is the smallest of the three.

09/04/2026, 10:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Air Traffic Control (ATC) Market Trends and Growth Strategy 2026-2035 | UAV Integration Expands Airspace Management Opportunities

The global air traffic control market is projected to grow from USD 11.83 billion in 2026 to USD 25.89 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 8.14%. Growth is driven by rising aviation traffic, airport modernization, UAV integration, and adoption of AI, machine learning, digital towers, and satellite-based navigation. North America leads the market, while challenges include complex technology integration and workforce shortages.

09/02/2026, 4:56 AM • GlobeNewswire

Smart Electricity Meters Global Market Outlook 2026-2031: Growth Driven by Smart Grid Modernization

The global smart electricity meter market is projected to grow from USD 13.74 billion in 2025 to USD 23.46 billion by 2031, driven by EU regulatory mandates for three-phase meter replacements, Asian AMI rollouts, and cellular connectivity adoption. However, chip shortages continue to inflate manufacturing costs by 15-25%. Asia-Pacific leads with 47.55% market share, while three-phase meters and cellular NB-IoT solutions show strongest growth momentum.

08/27/2026, 6:54 AM • GlobeNewswire

Why Honeywell Aerospace Stock Crashed After Earnings

Honeywell Aerospace stock plunged 20.8% after missing earnings expectations in its first report as a standalone company. The aerospace supplier reported EPS of $1.87 versus expected $2.13, with pro forma earnings declining 32% year-over-year. Management cited supply constraints limiting growth and lowered H2 2026 guidance to 5% sales growth, though CEO noted strong secular trends and customer demand.

08/06/2026, 10:24 AM • The Motley Fool

Insider at Iconic Industrial Stock Sells $4.2 Million Worth of Shares, According to Recent SEC Filing

Kenneth J. West, President/CEO of Process Technologies at Honeywell International, sold 17,032 shares worth $4.2 million on July 27, 2026, reducing his direct holdings by 89%. The transaction involved exercising vested stock options at $200.61 and immediately selling at $243.77 per share. While insider sales can occur for various reasons unrelated to stock performance, Honeywell has shown recent positive momentum with Q2 earnings beats and raised guidance, though the stock has underperformed the S&P 500 since 2021.

07/31/2026, 9:20 AM • The Motley Fool

Where Will Quantinuum Stock Be in 1 Year?

Quantinuum, a quantum computing company, is trading at a steep valuation of 512x its 2026 revenue estimate despite generating only $30.9 million in 2025 revenue. Analysts project the stock could fall 67% to around $17 per share within one year under base case assumptions, with potential downside to $7 in bear case scenarios. The company's success depends on translating technical progress in logical qubits into commercial revenue growth.

07/27/2026, 6:03 AM • The Motley Fool

Blowing Agent Market Size to Reach USD 2.94 Billion by 2035 on Rising Demand for Low-GWP Insulation Solutions | SNS Insider

The global blowing agent market is projected to grow from USD 1.79 billion in 2025 to USD 2.94 billion by 2035, driven by increasing demand for eco-friendly foam insulation, regulatory requirements to ban high-GWP compounds, and energy-efficient building construction. Chemical blowing agents dominate with 51.8% market share, while HFO technology is the fastest-growing segment. North America leads with 32.5% market share, with the U.S. market expected to reach USD 0.56 billion by 2035, while Europe is projected to reach USD 0.66 billion.

07/27/2026, 5:30 AM • GlobeNewswire

Warehouse Shuttle Software Market to Reach $2.66 Billion by 2030 as AI and Automation Transform Logistics

The global warehouse shuttle software market is projected to grow from $1.38 billion in 2025 to $2.66 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 14.1%. Growth is driven by increased e-commerce volumes, labor costs, AI-powered orchestration, robotic material handling, and cloud-based control systems. Key trends include digital twins, predictive maintenance, and autonomous multi-shuttle coordination, with North America leading and Asia-Pacific showing fastest growth potential.

07/15/2026, 6:42 AM • GlobeNewswire

Health and Safety Management Market Forecast to Reach $2.87 Billion by 2030 as AI and Connected Safety Adoption Accelerate

The global health and safety management market is projected to grow from $2.07 billion in 2026 to $2.87 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.5%. Growth is driven by rising workplace accidents, regulatory pressure, and adoption of AI-powered risk prediction, IoT monitoring, cloud-based compliance platforms, and automated safety auditing. Asia-Pacific presents significant expansion opportunities.

07/15/2026, 4:13 AM • GlobeNewswire

Hazardous Area Equipment Market Size to Hit USD 25.28 Billion by 2035 | Research by SNS Insider

The global Hazardous Area Equipment Market, valued at USD 13.50 Billion in 2025, is expected to grow to USD 25.28 Billion by 2035 at a CAGR of 6.48%. Growth is driven by stringent industrial safety regulations (ATEX, IECEx, OSHA), adoption of explosion-proof equipment, and smart monitoring technologies. Asia Pacific leads with 39% market share, while North America is expected to witness the highest growth rate during the forecast period.

07/15/2026, 3:30 AM • GlobeNewswire

SBA, Intel to Host Arizona Supplier Matchmaking Expo for Aerospace and Semiconductor Industries

The SBA announced its third Supplier Matchmaking Expo scheduled for July 29, 2026, in Scottsdale, Arizona, co-hosted by Intel. The event focuses on connecting major buyers in the space and semiconductor industries with small domestic suppliers to strengthen supply chains and boost U.S. manufacturing capacity. Previous expos in Charlotte and Detroit successfully matched hundreds of small businesses with large industrial buyers.

07/10/2026, 3:26 PM • GlobeNewswire

GE Aerospace vs. StandardAero: Which Industrials Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

GE Aerospace and StandardAero both benefit from growing aerospace demand but operate at different stages of the aircraft lifecycle. GE Aerospace manufactures engines with a massive installed base and strong profitability (19% net margin), while StandardAero provides maintenance and repair services with lower valuation but higher risk due to customer concentration and internal control issues. The author favors GE Aerospace for conservative investors despite its higher valuation, citing its scale, history, and stability.

07/10/2026, 8:10 AM • The Motley Fool