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This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the paints and varnishes market in Croatia. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the paints and varnishes market and its categories (water-based paints & varnishes, solvent-based paints & varnishes, other paints & varnishes, painters' fillings, surfacing preparations and solvents & thinners), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Paints and Varnishes in Croatia to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the paints and varnishes industry in Croatia. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Croat construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the windows and doors market in Malaysia. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the windows and doors market and its categories (wooden windows & doors, plastic windows & doors, iron & steel windows & doors and aluminum windows & doors), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Windows and Doors in Malaysia to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the windows and doors industry in Malaysia. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Malaysian construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

We retain our cautious outlook on Chile's freight transport sector and the economy as a whole, largely on the back of the slowdown in Chinese growth and its demand for copper. We believe that weaker fixed investment in Chile amid mounting external headwinds such as cooli ng external demand for copper will affect real GDP growth in Chile in 2014. In addition, de teriorating investor sentiment and an ongoing slowdown in private consumption will drive growth even lower in Chile in 2014. Economic growth will accelerate moderately in 2015 on the back of stronger government consumption, an improved net exports position and a slight rebound in fixed investment.

The cigarettes category in Nigeria is traditionally conservative in terms of innovation, with the type of cigarettes generally remaining unchanged for several years. This trend, however began to change in the last 3-4 years, driven by the quasi-monopoly British American Tobacco (Nigeria)'s introduction of the Switch capsule filter, which allows the smoker to switch between standard and menthol cigarettes. Newer companies are also now trying to penetrate the market with innovative cigarettes, the latest being Black Horse Tobacco Co's Esse cigarettes (distributed for KT&G Corp). This brand had a very strong first year in 2013, based on being the first low tar cigarettes (officially) in the Nigerian market, as well as the first carbon filter and slim cigarettes. The success of this launch may indicate that the normally conservative cigarette smokers in Nigeria are open to new types of cigarettes, which follow global trends.

In recent years, the size of the Uganda People's Defence Force (UPDF) and the country's arms procurement have grown significantly, a trend BMI expect to continue over the forecast period. This primarily reflects the growing role of the army in Uganda's domestic political landscape, which we attribute to Museveni's increasing domestic political isolation, as well as the need to maintain the country's status as a strategic ally of the US. As such, we expect imports to Uganda, which lacks its own military-industrial base, from Russia and China in particular, to steadily increase for the foreseeable future.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the construction wood market in Hungary. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the construction wood market and its categories (solid wood and wood-based panels), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Construction Wood in Hungary to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the construction wood industry in Hungary. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Hungarian construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

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The continued economic recovery, and the ensuing increase in consumer confidence within the local population continue to spur growth on in 2013 in the UAE as womenswear records a growth rate of 8% in retail value terms. With shopping considered an integral part of the social activities for women in the region, the increase in consumer confidence has translated in additional expenditure from this group, supported by the increased population in the region as a result of the Arab Spring and the increase in the number of expatriates in the region. Additionally, tourism continues to be a strong contributor to this growth, with clothing accounting for 70% of tourist shopping, and womenswear, 50% for the latter.

Global Wine industry guide provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market share, market size (value and volume 2009-13, and forecast to 2018). The guide also contains descriptions of the leading companies including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market.

Category volume sales remain stable in 2013, growing by only 1%. In value terms the growth was more intense, up by 5% in both women's and men's jeans, reflecting that consumers are seeking more expensive jeans, which have a longer lifecycle. Even though jeans were also popular decades ago, they have never gone out of fashion. Both women's and men's jeans are considered to be suitable both for casual wear and comfortable every day wear.

Verie LLC, a startup company in the tech-security space, is proud to announce the addition of Eugene Fine to their Executive Team as Chief Technology Officer. He joins Jim Drolshagen, President and CEO, Hemanshu Nigam, Chief Strategist and Director of Online Security, and Anatoly Nirshberg, Chief Marketing Officer, in their mission to make online security more credible, safe and accessible.

The Future of the Feminine Hygiene Market in Egypt to 2018 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research. The report presents detailed analysis on the Feminine Hygiene consumption trends in Egypt, historic and forecast Feminine Hygiene consumption volumes and values at market and category level, brand share and distribution channel data. This report brings together Canadean Intelligence's research, modeling and analysis expertise in order to develop uniquely detailed market data. This allows domestic and foreign companies to identify the market dynamics to account for Feminine Hygiene sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.

During 2013, strong competition was evident in travel accommodation in Poland. One year on from the country's co-hosting of the UEFA Euro 2012 football championships, average room rates were significantly reduced. In the face of limited demand from foreign tourists, the operators in the category were attempting to maintain or increase occupancy rates by engaging in price discounting. For instance, Grupa Hotelowa Orbis SA reduced its average daily room rate from PLN233 in 2012 to PLN210 in 2013, while its occupancy rate increased from 54.8% in 2012 to 58.4% in 2013. The company intended to increase volume sales by boosting loyalty levels among its existing regular customers and encouraging new customers to stay in its outlets. Such a discount policy was motivated by the price sensitivity of domestic tourists, many of whom could not afford to pay the high prices charged in premium hotels.

In 2013, the category faced double-digit growth rate of 12% which was similar to the review period average. The main reason behind its success was its innovative branding and the fact that in terms of pricing it was very close to that of beer.

Cars in Australia by Mintel Market Sizes provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers small, medium, large, multiple use and sports utility vehicles primarily for carrying small numbers of passengers. Market size is based on annual new registrations; it excludes second hand sales. Market size for Cars in Australia is given in new registration with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Australia. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

The G8 Spirits industry guide provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market share, market size (value and volume 2009-13, and forecast to 2018). The guide also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market.

The market of beauty and personal care continues to see significant growth rates despite inflation and the high per capita consumption in some categories, such as hair care. To continue stimulating consumption, companies are investing in products with higher added value, offering multiple benefits in one product, thus guaranteeing an increase in value to compensate for a slight deceleration in volume.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the prefabricated buildings market in Bahrain. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the prefabricated buildings market and its categories (aluminium buildings, concrete buildings, iron & steel buildings, plastic buildings and wood buildings), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Prefabricated Buildings in Bahrain to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the prefabricated buildings industry in Bahrain. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Bahraini construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

The Belarusian economy will receive a boost over the remainder of 2014 and into 2015 as agricultural exports to Russia increase in the wake of the Kremlin's ban on Western food imports. However, the increased food exports to Russia are expected to maintain the consumer price inflation elevated on the back of food supply shortages thus suppressing private consumption growth .

Cameroon's construction sector will record strong growth over the next five years, supported by progress on major power and transport infrastructure projects. We anticipate annual average construction sector growth of 10.2% between 2014 and 2018. Progress is also being made in the business environment, with the successful implementation and expansion of the country's PPP programme.

Tea and Infusions in Denmark by Mintel Market Sizes provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This report covers packaged and unpackaged black, green, oolong, white and Pu'er teas, infusions and yerba mate. It excludes RTD liquid products. Market size is based on retail (off trade) and non-retail(on trade) sales. Market size for Tea and Infusions in Denmark is given in DKK and tonne with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Denmark. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Life Insurance in South Korea by Mintel Market Sizes provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers whole of life and term life insurance taken out by individuals and employers. Market size comprises gross new life insurance premiums on products which pay out only on policy holder's death or diagnosis of a terminal illness. Market size for Life Insurance in South Korea is given in KRW with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for South Korea. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

The German home improvement category declined by 1% in current value terms in 2013 but remained fairly stable considering its high level of saturation and the still ongoing European debt crisis. Sales of home improvement products started slowly in 2013 but stable consumption in the second half of the year prevented a stronger decline. Due to the unfavourable weather conditions, there are a number of unfinished buildings and houses. Consequently, unfinished flats could not be equipped or furnished. Additionally, the declining number of home improvement and gardening stores showed that that the German home and garden market is highly saturated. However, DIY is an integral part of German society and continues to grow in popularity. Despite the small decline posted in 2013, the German home improvement category, at ?15.8 billion, remained by far the biggest in Western Europe.

The report contains a detailed description of the power generation company's business operations, history, corporate strategy, and business structure. This report contains a detailed SWOT analysis, information on key employees (executives), and major products and services.

Deodorants recorded a slower current value growth in 2013 than 2012 in view of the increased penetration amongst consumers. With consumers placing more importance on their grooming regime including smelling nice for work, some consumers were also trading up to fragrances for a stronger effect in masking any body odour. This thus constrained the current value growth of deodorants in 2013.