💼 >100 Hours in US Employee Training. Global Pharma Revenue Reached $1.6T. US Leads Aerospace Exports.

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💼 Workforce. Employee training exceeded 100 hours in the US
⚕️ Health Skills. Global pharmaceutical market revenue reached $1.6T in 2023
🏭 Advanced Manufacturing. The US led in global aerospace exports

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💼 Employee Training Exceeded 100 Hours in the US

Training hours per employee in large US companies rose sharply in 2020 to 102.6 hours, reflecting rapid adaptation to remote work, before stabilizing around 40-50 hours in later years. The data suggests that while initial pandemic pressures accelerated learning investments, companies have since normalized training to their pre-pandemic levels. Furthermore, onboarding practices underwent significant changes during the height of the pandemic, leading to this substantial shift in training hours.

⚕️ Global Pharmaceutical Market Revenue Reached $1.6T in 2023

The global pharmaceutical market expanded from $994B in 2013 to $1.6T in 2023, with the steepest gains after 2020. This growth reflects rising demand for vaccines, chronic disease treatments, and innovative therapies. Trends such as digital health integration and biotech investments are accelerating market expansion. As populations age and healthcare systems adapt, access and affordability remain central challenges. The WHO’s Medicines and Health Products program aims to balance innovation with equity.

🏭 The US Led in Global Aerospace Exports

Global aerospace exports are led by the United States at $134.2B in 2024, far ahead of other major players such as France and Germany. The industry’s scale highlights its role in advanced manufacturing, defense, and cross-border trade. Rising contributions from India, China, and Singapore also point to emerging supply chains. With aviation demand tied to innovation and security, international collaborations remain key, supported by frameworks like the WTO’s Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft.

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