The Rise of Agentic Commerce: When machines become buyers
Trade and commerce are critical to the functioning of society. Commerce has undergone a remarkable transformation, from barter and commodity-based exchange to today’s sophisticated ecosystem of digital payments, financial instruments, and global trade platforms. Progression is a constant. Recent advancements in digital technologies mean commerce is moving online in an unprecedented manner. E-commerce is fast-growing, with the industry valued at $7.4 trillion and expected to reach the $8 trillion mark by 2027.