Global coaching industry surpasses $5.34 billion as emerging markets drive growth
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Updated · relocatemagazine.com · May 8
Global coaching industry surpasses $5.34 billion as emerging markets drive growth
12 articles · Updated · relocatemagazine.com · May 8
ICF's Global Coaching Study 2025 said the sector added an estimated $5.34 billion over the past year, up 17% from 2023.
The report points to emerging markets as the main engine of expansion, highlighting rising demand beyond more established coaching economies.
The findings were published ahead of the ICF Converge Summit 2026, where industry participants are being invited to develop coaching practices through training sessions.
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