Global Wellness Institute

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UAE, Saudi Arabia & India Lead Fastest-Growing Wellness Markets

While the U.S. remains the world’s largest wellness economies, post-pandemic growth hotspots are creating major opportunities for fitness and wellness brands.

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The Top 10 Wellness Trends Shaping 2026, According to GWI

From women’s longevity to the backlash against over-optimization, these shifts are set to define the booming global wellness economy.

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Global Wellness Market Hits Record $6.8T, Expected To Reach $9.8T by 2029

A new Global Wellness Institute report shows the steady growth of the worldwide wellness market, whose value has doubled since 2013.

Experts Tout the Mental Health, Community-Building Benefits of Saunas

At a Global Wellness Institute event discussing the latest research around saunas, mental and social well-being dominated the conversation.

The Retreat Costa Rica Invests $4M in Wellness Resort Expansion

The Retreat Costa Rica has unveiled a $4M expansion with a clubhouse, luxury lofts and new dining, tapping into Latin America’s tourism boom.

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GWI Launches Podcast for Wellness Pros Navigating the Longevity Space

GWI’s new podcast dives into longevity science and business, featuring experts like scientists, clinicians, CEOs and investors.

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The Future of Wellness Is Offline, Experts Say

From digital detox retreats to social bathhouses, experts foresee a rise in wellness experiences that trade phones for personal connection

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The US Wellness Economy Is Now Worth $2 Trillion

America has by far the largest wellness market in the world, outpacing second-place China by over $1 trillion.

Spa Industry Evolves To Embrace Wellness Trends

Spa markets in North America and the Middle East-North Africa regions have exceeded pre-pandemic levels, driven by an embrace of new wellness trends.

US Has World’s Largest Wellness Economy, Valued at $1.8T

The United States accounts for nearly one-third of the entire global wellness economy, according to a new report.