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The telecommunications market represents a large ecosystem with multiple players, solutions, applications, technologies and relationships in a multi-billion dollar industry.

BMI View: Despite continuing political turmoil in the wider region, Oman's construction sector shows positive signs for the rest of 2012. Construction industry value is forecast to rise to US$5.4bn by 2016, up from US$3.8bn in 2012. Year-on-year (y-o-y) growth of 6.8% is expected for 2012, with annual average growth of 5.7% forecast between 2012 and the end of our forecast period in 2021. The main driving forces for this positive development are the energy and utilities industry, as well as the transport sector. However, we are also seeing encouraging signs concerning the government's wider commitment to boosting investment in its tourism industry - a key sector for diversifying the Omani economy.

BMI View: Enrique Pena Nieto, the candidate for the Partido Revolucionario Institucional (PRI), is still looking on course to win in the presidential elections on July 1 over his main rivals Josefina Vazquez Mota of the centre-right Partido Accion Nacional (PAN) and Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador of the leftwing Partido de la Revolucion Democratica (PRD). Pena Nieto has made the liberalisation of Mexico's energy sector, including the state-owned oil monopoly Petroleos Mexicanos, one of the cornerstones of his campaign. Should this policy be enacted, it promises to be a significant boost to investment, which should have positive knock-on impact on the agribusiness sector. Pena Nieto has highlighted increasing investment in mechanised production, irrigation and farm management techniques as key to his agribusiness strategies. He has also stressed the need to clarify landownership in the countryside and to boost profitability by supporting competition and reducing regulation of the sector. Foreign policy is likely to continue to focus on boosting relations with Mexico's Central and South American neighbours, which is something the Calderon administration has also been keen to advance.

BMI's Japan Defence & Security Report for Q312 examines the country's strategic position in the East Asian region and the wider world. It provides an overview of the contemporary geopolitical challenges facing the country, and the trials it may face in the future.

BMI's India Defence & Security Report for Q312 examines the country's strategic position in the Asian region and the wider world. It also provides an overview of the contemporary geopolitical challenges facing the country, and the challenges it may face in the future.

Government policy reforms to reduce economic restrictions in the industrial sector drove demand for infrastructure development. In addition to this, rising population levels and increasing tourism also added to the demand for infrastructure development. Additionally, the authorization of private participation in real estate development and efforts to encourage foreign property investment in the region fuelled growth in the residential construction market. However, the construction industry suffered a decline in 2009, following the global economic crisis and the tightening liquidity situation, which caused a significant decline in oil prices. The industry registered a slight recovery in 2010 due to huge public expenditure and rising oil prices.

Brazil has the highest number of HNWIs in Latin America and third highest among BRIC nations. In addition to providing a comprehensive and robust background of the local economy, including, uniquely, detailed analysis of economic and political risks to HNWI wealth creation, this report provides robust projections of the volume, wealth and asset allocation of local HNWIs and UHNWIs. The report then couches these findings in an analysis of the local Wealth Management and Private Banking sector, and the opportunities therein.

The South African packaging industry recorded significant growth during the review period due to an increase in consumer expenditure on food and a rising demand from end-user markets like food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and personal care products. During the review period, the industry posted a CAGR 6.05% to reach a market value of US$6.6 billion in 2011. Of the end-user markets, the food and beverages market is expected to generate the most business for the industry. In addition, the rising demand for pharmaceuticals and personal care products is also aiding packaging industry growth. Other factors that will affect the South African packaging industry over the forecast period are the population's changing lifestyles, cheaper imports due to low excise duty, technological advancements, recycling trends, and a structural shift from plastics to glass. Over the forecast period, the South African packaging industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.62% to reach a market value of US$9 billion in 2016.

The Brazilian cement industry recorded a CAGR of 17.56% during the 2007-2011 review period. The cement market is projected to record a CAGR of 9.02% over the 2012-2016 forecast period. Brazil's positive economic outlook is expected to drive construction industry growth. During the review period, GDP recorded a CAGR of 3.90% and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.16% over the forecast period. Construction net output also registered significant growth during the review period, with a CAGR of 15.08%. This healthy economic growth has driven the infrastructure construction industry in Brazil, which will support cement consumption. Brazil will host both the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games. Preparation for these events is expected to increase infrastructure investment over the forecast period. As part of these preparations, there is expected to be an increase in the construction of stadiums, hotels, commercial venues, airports and roads. As these construction projects depend heavily on cement, this will drive the growth of the cement industry. The increasing investments by the government to improve the country's infrastructure will support growth over the forecast period. The Brazilian government has already commenced the second phase of its PAC 2 growth acceleration program, through which BRL959 billion (US$526 billion) will be invested in housing, transport, energy and sanitation projects during 2011-2014. The huge investments in the infrastructure sector will fuel the demand for cement.

This report is the result of ICD Research / Strategic Defence Intelligence's extensive market and company research covering the Brazilian defense industry. It provides detailed analysis of both historic and forecast defense industry values including key growth stimulators, analysis of the leading companies in the industry, and key news.

"Global Business Survey: Revenue Growth Trends and Key Markets for Growth in 2012-2013" is a new report by ICD Research that provides the reader with a definitive analysis of global revenue growth outlook across 12 key industry segments in 2012-2013. The report explores projections surrounding revenue growth activities and the core factors influencing such anticipations. Additionally, the report provides the reader an analysis of the most promising emerging and developed markets across 11 key industry segments in 2012-2013. The report also provides access to information categorized by region, company type, and company size.

In today's manufacturing community, quality is the key component and driving force to bring back the dominance of American industry, especially in today's economy, says Daryl Guberman, president of Guberman-PMC, and co-founder of G-PMC, LLC, the nation's only ISO registrar working in collaboration with the American Machine Shops Network (AMSN) at mfgpartners.net/iso/ Mr. Guberman, a former Mr. America competitor announced today the two company's will remain separate entities working together to support the 'Buy American' grassroots movement pioneered earlier this year by MFGpartners.net president Don LaBelle.

As owners of small and medium-sized businesses know quite well, offering the best possible products and services at the most reasonable prices ultimately means nothing if potential customers are unable to find them during an internet search.

Chiropractor Justin Atkinson is pleased to announce the grand opening of Aspen Rain Chiropractic and the launch of the practice’s new website. To celebrate his return to Colorado and the start of his practice in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Atkinson is offering a new patient special of just $37 for the first visit. In addition to standard chiropractic adjustments, Aspen Rain Chiropractic offers a variety of proven methods for pain relief, wellness and physical rehabilitation.

Marco Window Cleaning Services is pleased to announce their grand opening in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The company provides superior window cleaning services for residential and commercial clients throughout the Oklahoma City area where no job is too big or small.

With today’s troubled economy, many people find themselves with damaged credit reports and low credit scores. Bad credit has serious consequences, as people with bad credit must pay higher interest rates on loans and can even be refused for employment.

Online marketing company Consumer Marketing Firm has announced the launch of two new services aimed at helping businesses gain qualified, targeted traffic and guaranteed paid signups or sales. The two new services add to the company’s wide range of effective and affordable Internet marketing programs and provide businesses with the attention and sales they require to be successful.

QuickBooks users can now print checks on blank stock easily. Small business payroll accounting software provider, Halfpricesoft.com, released a new video “How to Print QuickBooks Checks On Blank Stock” to its YouTube channel. Found online at youtube.com/watch?v=6MYNOZiBsgo, this new tutorial walks viewers through the process of installing ezCheckPrinting Virtual Printer on user’s machine and printing checks on blank stock.

As anyone who has undergone an eye-related procedure at a hospital knows quite well, it can be an expensive and even worrisome experience.

With the newly released 2012 edition of ezPaycheck payroll software from Halfpricesoft.com, Georgia small business owners can eliminate frustration and slash the cost of payroll jobs. New updates to ezPaycheck are designed to reduce the learning curve for new users and save time for small businesses. The latest updates include:

From trucking companies and casinos to hospitals and restaurants, security seals are used by businesses from a large range of industries. They are not only used to secure items together, but can be utilized to protect valuable or confidential objects or documents.

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There’s nothing quite like owning a classic car. Whether for the design or performance, cars like the Jaguar E-Type and Triumph TR-2 are classics for a reason. The only downside to owning and maintaining these cars is that spare parts can be hard to source and thus difficult to replace, often taking outwardly pristine models off the road. MEV Spares has the largest collection of spare parts for classic cars in the UK, and aims to soundly solve this problem for the enthusiastic classic motorist.

Attorney Guide, best provider of Nevada ethical certification informs the public of which Nevada attorneys are certified ethical and safe to work with. Each Attorney who conforms to these strict ethical guidelines and receives the Attorneyguide.com certification becomes eligible for the coveted featured attorney column, showcasing only the best and most ethical legal assistance in the Nevada area. This month’s featured attorney is Charles Lybarger of the Lybarger Law Offices.

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