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Delray Beach, Fla. – – September 10, 2026 -- The global laboratory glassware market is projected to grow from USD 7,630 million in 2026 to USD 9,170 million by 2031, a compound annual growth rate of 4.0%, according to new data from MarketsandMarkets.

Plasticware commands 68% of market share as labs shift away from traditional glass

Plasticware, which includes pipettes, beakers, racks, bottles and containers, accounted for 68% of the laboratory glassware market in 2025. Within this segment, polyethylene products are forecast to post the fastest growth rate in the category, at 4.5% CAGR between 2026 and 2031. The shift reflects laboratory demand for lightweight, shatter-resistant, single-use consumables that improve contamination control and reduce costs across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, contract research organization and food & beverage labs.

Washington – September 08, 2026 -- Total money market fund assets rose by $44.75 billion to $7.98 trillion for the week ended September 2, according to the Investment Company Institute.

Government funds drive the bulk of the weekly inflow

Among taxable money market funds, government funds increased by $38.80 billion, while prime funds added $4.92 billion. Tax-exempt money market funds gained $1.03 billion over the same period.

Retail assets grow to $3.11 trillion on broad-based gains

Retail money market fund assets increased by $11.10 billion to $3.11 trillion. Within this segment, government fund assets rose $7.76 billion to $1.98 trillion, prime fund assets climbed $2.78 billion to $993.16 billion, and tax-exempt fund assets added $565 million to reach $137.92 billion.