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There was strong activity in ice cream over the 2013 summer period, mainly due to a good southern hemisphere summer season, which drove most categories into positive growth.

GlobalData's new report, "United Kingdom Cardiovascular Monitoring and Diagnostic Devices Market Outlook to 2020", provides key market data on the United Kingdom Cardiovascular Monitoring and Diagnostic Devices market. The report provides value, in millions of US dollars, and volume (in units) and average price data (in US dollars), within market categories - Cardiopulmonary Stress Testing Systems, ECG Data Management Systems, ECG Monitoring Equipment, ECG Stress Testing Systems, Event Monitoring Systems and Holter Monitoring Systems.

GlobalData's new report, "China Electrophysiology Market Outlook to 2020", provides key market data on the China Electrophysiology market. The report provides value, in millions of US dollars, and volume (in units) and average price data (in US dollars), within market categories - Electrophysiology Diagnostic Catheters, Electrophysiology Ablation Catheters and Electrophysiology Lab Systems.

MarketLines' Playtech Plc Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Partnerships & Alliances and Investments report includes business description, detailed reports on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), divestments, capital raisings, venture capital investments, ownership and partnership transactions undertaken by Playtech Plc since January 2007. These reports offer a comprehensive breakdown of the organic and inorganic growth activity undertaken by an organization to sustain its competitive advantage.

Lack of innovation and investment from manufacturers hindered growth in polishes, which for another consecutive year witnessed a steep decline in sales. Polishes is a rapidly declining category given the radical changes in Greek households, such as a switch to tile flooring, which discourages the use of these types of products.

Mortgages/housing gross lending in Poland remained under downwards pressure throughout 2013. There were numerous fundamental factors influencing the moderate declines recorded in gross lending over the course of 2013, while positive growth is set to return to the category in 2014. Despite record low interest rates, Poles remain wary about taking mortgage/housing loans due to ongoing economic uncertainty. Lack of government stimulus support and the strict policies of Polish banks toward mortgage...

The strong coffee culture in Greece contributes to coffee sustaining positive volume growth despite the recession. The fact that Greeks are left with considerably less money to spend is however leading to qualitative changes regarding coffee consumption. Off-trade consumption remained at the same levels with Greeks still enjoying an average of 2-3 cups of coffee on a daily basis, yet frequency of visits to cafes declined. Take-away coffee from fast food operators remained at the same levels as...

The Future of the Dairy Food Market in Bulgaria to 2018 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research. The report presents detailed analysis on the Dairy Food consumption trends in Bulgaria, historic and forecast Dairy Food 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 Dairy Food sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.

Confectionery Market in Bhutan: Databook to 2017" is the result of Canadean's extensive market research covering the Confectionery market in Bhutan.

As more households in Estonia have dishwashers, the popularity of automatic dishwashing products is growing. Urban dwellers, especially people living in new buildings, have kitchens that increasingly include a dishwasher, a trend that has become more common with dishwashers now no longer considered a luxury. Nevertheless, most consumers still wash dishes by hand although the trend of dishwashing machines is expected to continue developing in the coming years as consumer confidence grows.

Product segmentation continues to increase in this area due to the diverse range of surfaces in Norwegian households. Specialists in surface care are offering special products for different surfaces such as wood, concrete, ceramic, stone, stainless steel, etc. A quite popular range of products is dedicated to kitchen surfaces, which is an important area for Norwegian households. In addition, many kitchens are now open and connected with living rooms and consumers in Norway invest in high...

Psoriatic Arthritis - Pipeline Review, H1 2014

AFH tissue and hygiene was influenced by two major factors in 2013. Firstly, the high number of tourist visits recorded in Austria in 2012/2013 mainly benefited the sales through the horeca channel. According to several articles from the daily press such as DiePresse, DerStandard and APA, in 2013, Austria saw a record number of tourists influenced by the warm summer period. Also, according to Austrian Statistical Office, the number of overnight stays in 2012 reached 131 million thus increasing...

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Venous Thromboembolism - Pipeline Review, H1 2014

The Future of the Confectionery Market in Germany to 2018 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research. The report presents detailed analysis on the Confectionery consumption trends in Germany, historic and forecast Confectionery 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 Confectionery sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.

Adult mouth care in Turkey increased by 11% in current value terms in 2013 due to stronger demand for OTC stomatitis remedies, which are becoming both more widespread and more affordable. The reason for the rise of stomatitis is stated as the increased lack of vitamin B12 and iron amongst Turkish people, increased stress and anxiety due to hectic lifestyles, as well as quitting smoking. In particular the number of people quitting smoking is increasing in Turkey because of government measures to...

Good economic growth saw the consuming channels of AFH products improve their consumption as more hotels, restaurants and office complexes are opening in major cities of the country. This saw the category improve with an impressive gain of 18% current value sales on the previous year. This growth was stronger than in the review period, as there was an improved performance every year in line with economic growth leading to increased spending power.

Euromonitor International's Industrial reports provide a 360 degree view of an industry. The Industrial market report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Footwear market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market - be they new product developments, packaging innovations, economic/lifestyle influences, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts illustrate how the market is set to change.

Due to their busier lifestyle, many consumers sought OTC products for self-medication instead of seeing the doctor as a way to save time so that they could return to work earlier. Most people became more comfortable with self-medication for minor illnesses and would only go to the doctor's when their condition became more serious.

Sweet and savoury snacks recorded an exceptional performance in 2013. Although it is an indulgence product and is therefore not associated with satisfying basic dietary needs, according to several specialists, these products are associated with an emotional factor and are seen as treats. In order to try and help them forget the economic crisis, which has been affecting families' leisure time, Portuguese consumers have been feeling the need to acquire little treats such as sweet and savoury...

"Still & Sparkling Wine Market in Djibouti: Databook to 2017" is the result of Canadean's extensive market research covering the Still & Sparkling Wine market in Djibouti.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Pipeline Review, H1 2014

Culturally, Iranian consumers are used to washing the dishes by hand and the concept of using a dishwasher has not developed significantly - less than automatic washing machines for example. As a result, Iran has one of the highest per capita consumption rates of hand dishwashing liquid in the Middle East, while automatic dishwashing powders and tablets are in their early stage of development in Iran. It has been estimated that fewer than 13% of Iranian households had a dishwasher in 2013,...

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