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This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the manufacturing plant construction industry in Myanmar. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the manufacturing plant construction industry, including a breakdown of the data by construction activity (new construction, repair and maintenance, refurbishment and demolition). 'Manufacturing Plant Construction in Myanmar to 2018: Market Databook' provides a top-level overview and detailed insight into the operating environment of the manufacturing plant construction industry in Myanmar. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Burmese construction value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

After two consecutive years of strong recovery, the number of credit cards in circulation showed a moderate increase of 3% to reach 9 million in 2013. The slowdown can be explained by a weak economic performance due to an unstable political environment after the death of President Chavez, the prospect of a new election, and accusations of fraud made by opposition leaders.

Age-related Macular Degeneration Partnering 2009-2014 report provides understanding and access to the age-related macular degeneration partnering deals and agreements entered into by the worlds leading healthcare companies.

The MRSA Partnering 2009-2014 provides understanding and access to the MRSA partnering deals and agreements entered into by the worlds leading healthcare companies.

In 2013, bleach continued to be seen as a household cleaning staple in Egypt and was used in the cleaning of tiles, floors, kitchen surfaces and bathrooms, amongst other things. Thus, it continued to see dynamic volume growth in 2013 as population grew, higher than that seen over the review period. The affordability of bleach also continued to push volume sales among cash-strapped consumers in the post-Revolution years. Also, due to inflationary pressures in the post-revolutionary climate,...

In 2013, sugar confectionery in Austria is expected to continue to suffer from an ongoing health and wellness trend. With increasing rates of obesity, especially among children, sugar confectionery continues to experience severe pressure to develop healthier product formats. Hence, sugar-free solutions are driving sales.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the non-life insurance industry in Luxembourg . It contains detailed historic and forecast data for claims and expenses. "Non-Life Insurance Claims and Expenses in Luxembourg to 2017: Market Databook" provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the non-life insurance industry in Luxembourg . It is an essential tool for companies active across the Luxembourgian non-life insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

Brand image and promotional activity drove dynamic growth in energy drink sales in 2013. Soft drinks manufacturers made significant investments in 2012 and 2013 in local energy drink brands. Most importantly, Royal Unibrew introduced a new energy drinks brand in 2012, Faxe Kondi Booster, a spin-off from the historically popular leading lemonade/lime brand, Faxe Kondi. Banking on strong brand dynamics and broad consumer recognition, Faxe Kondi Booster, as well as other local brands, such as...

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the personal accident and health insurance industry in Lebanon. It contains detailed historic and forecast data for gross written premiums, premiums per capita, insurance penetration, gross claims, paid claims, incurred loss, loss ratio percentage and combined ratio. 'Personal Accident and Health Insurance Premiums and Claims in Lebanon to 2017: Market Brief' provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the personal accident and health insurance industry in Lebanon. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Lebanese personal accident and health insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

Retail value sales saw healthy growth of 4% in 2013. This was mainly driven by car air fresheners. Car air fresheners remained highly affordable at an average unit price of EGBP5.20 per unit in 2013 and this fact combined with heavy pollution in Egypt ensured that these products continued to be seen as necessities. These factors, added to strong population growth, contributed to the performance seen in 2013.

The average unit price of microwaves increased by 150% in 2013, higher than the "real" inflation rate of around 30%, according to private estimates, mainly as a consequence of shortages generated by import restrictions and the rapid rise in the price of foreign exchange on the black market.

Direct selling is driven by the rising trend of health consciousness among Singaporeans. Due to hectic lifestyles, consumers are more concerned about maintaining their well-being. Performance of direct selling is mainly based on influence, product demonstration, the customers' relationship with the sales person, as well as consumers' purchasing power. Moreover, there are also more discussions on forums for consumers to share their experiences with various products.

Pakistani food contains a lot of oil and is quite spicy. Despite increasing knowledge of healthier food among consumers, the basic diet remained the same. This helped to drive sales of digestive remedies in the country in 2013. This was most obvious among younger adults, who prefer to eat out and late at night.

The consumption habits of the local population have been a reflection of their struggles in the difficult economic crisis that has been affecting Portugal. As purchasing power has been undermined, consumers have tended to adapt their spending and focus demand on essential food products, such as pasta. This trend has allowed pasta to increase its penetration in the Portuguese market.

MarketLines' Regal Beloit Corporation 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 Regal Beloit Corporation 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.

Although retail value sales of RTD coffee increased by 25% in 2012, the category remains underdeveloped, mostly due to a very poor distribution network and marketing support. As such, the demand is minimal, as reflected in the low per capita consumption. RTD coffee usually targets the young, urban working population, although even these consumers are not particularly familiar with this format of coffee.

The Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Partnering 2009-2014 report provides understanding and access to the idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis partnering deals and agreements entered into by the worlds leading healthcare companies.

Angina Partnering 2009-2014 provides understanding and access to the angina partnering deals and agreements entered into by the worlds leading healthcare companies.

The Muscular Dystrophy Partnering 2009-2014 report provides understanding and access to the muscular dystrophy partnering deals and agreements entered into by the worlds leading healthcare companies.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the personal accident and health insurance industry in the US . It contains detailed historic and forecast data for claims and expenses. "Personal Accident and Health Insurance Claims and Expenses in the US to 2017: Market Databook" provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the personal accident and health insurance industry in the US . It is an essential tool for companies active across the United States personal accident and health insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

The Influenza Partnering 2009-2014 provides understanding and access to the influenza partnering deals and agreements entered into by the worlds leading healthcare companies.

Companies want to strengthen their position as leading players by making strategic alliances with other players and increasing their market presence. Mergers and acquisitions were evident in media products stores with companies such as Sit Tapir in Trondheim which merged with Akademika in 2011 -2012 in order to strengthen Akademika's position in the North of Norway. GamesStop Corp with its EB Games brand decided to merge some of its stores into the GameStop brand in order to consolidate further...

Over the review period, chocolate confectionery was typically considered as a luxury product compared to other confectionery products, which meant they were being purchased as gifts on special occasions more than other types of confectionery. Thanks to this, the trend towards premium chocolate products, especially in the big cities such as Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi City, will continue to expand in 2013. Furthermore, thanks to the higher living standards as well as the greater exposure to...

The Herpes Simplex Partnering 2009-2014 provides understanding and access to the herpes simplex partnering deals and agreements entered into by the worlds leading healthcare companies.

In 2013, canned/preserved food continued to be a staple among many households in the Philippines. This is especially true for lower-income households with no access to refrigeration. The increasing number of choices and variants in canned/preserved food was seen as a major driver behind the continued positive growth of the product, even against the backdrop of rising health concerns.