Headlines in the Global Wellness Economy

Global Wellness News™ | September 24th, 2026

$617 billion longevity biotech market takes shape

Our new report maps more than 3,000 therapeutic assets, tracing how money, pipelines and pharma appetite are now moving in step.

Functional Shots Grow as Consumers Embrace Effortless Wellness

As wellness gets more convenient, targeted, and ritualized, functional beverages could come in smaller packages.

Smart ring maker Oura eyes $15.6 billion IPO valuation in fall listings demand test

Oura kicked off the roadshow for its US initial public offering on Monday, ‌targeting a fully-diluted valuation of $15.62 billion as the smart ring maker tests investor appetite for consumer technology companies after a tepid start to the fall IPO season.

Bright Ideas in Travel 2026

The players, places, and projects moving the travel industry into the future.

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