The phrase "global powerhouse" refers to a person, organization, or country that has a lot of influence, power, and success on a worldwide scale. Basically, it means being extremely strong and influential in the global community. Full definition
«These pioneers laid the groundwork for our start» up economy, providing not just capital but guidance to help fledgling companies grow into global powerhouses,» noted the filmmakers in a description of the film posted on their website. (inc.com)
But it also did something unprecedented: Tims also soared to the No. 2 position in our ranking of Canadians» favourite brands in the world — a list that includes global powerhouses like Apple, Nestlé and Disney. (canadianbusiness.com)
A new global powerhouse takes center - stage in spoken audio and digital media distribution technology (rbmediaglobal.com)