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Consumers' spending power in South Africa was limited due to the persistent rise in the cost of living which strained consumer budgets. The rise in electricity tariffs as well as fuel prices had a knock-on effect on the consumers in South Africa. Consumers were cutting down on nonessential products when making purchasing decisions for any household items. This led to the prolonging of the replacement cycle of most audio and cinema products which usually carry higher unit prices.

MarketLines' LKQ Corporation, Inc. 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 LKQ Corporation, Inc. 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.

2013 was an innovative year in terms of new packaging in the dairy industry, particularly for fresh/pasteurised milk products. Fonterra Brands (NZ) Ltd introduced a light-proof bottle throughout its Anchor-branded milk range in 2013, which was trademarked by the company. The bottle consists of three layers to stop light penetrating the liquid, keeping it fresher and protecting the nutrients within the milk for longer. This was seen as a great innovation, particularly in the highly competitive...

Paints & Coatings in Europe industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value and volume 2009-13, and forecast to 2018). The profile also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Essential resource for top-line data and analysis covering the Europe paints & coatings market. Includes market size and segmentation data, textual and graphical analysis of market growth trends, leading companies and macroeconomic information.

Similar to many other developing countries, obesity is starting to be one of the main issues on the public health agenda in Chile for the government. However, historically the authorities have been more focused on eliminating malnutrition, and as a result, consumers have limited knowledge about controlling personal body shape and weight gain issues. Therefore, Chileans always try to use the easiest solution to lose weight rather than implement preventive behaviour such as practicing sports and...

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 Investigation and Security Services 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.

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 Forestry 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.

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

Home improvement and gardening stores recorded current value sales growth of 3% in 2013, driven by slightly more positive consumers and stable house prices during the year. The DIY trend is strong in Sweden and added further impetus to growth. The total number of outlets declined slightly in 2013, which however was mainly the result of the closure of smaller independent players. Instead the large scale warehouse players, such as Hornbach, Byggmax and Bauhaus, opened new stores and thus helped...

Frozen processed food has a stable consumer base in Slovakia, and categories like frozen processed potatoes and frozen processed vegetables are the biggest. However, the poor economic situation in the country, rising competition between both manufacturers in the category and manufacturers of other packaged food formats and a lack of innovation have all led to decreasing demand for frozen processed food in Slovakia. Therefore, frozen processed food is expected to see a retail volume decline of...

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

Retail sales of computers and peripherals showed positive volume growth in 2013, continuing the rising trend which started in 2011. Whilst sales of desktops continued to decline, portable computers showed 5% retail volume growth in 2013, still profiting from the rising sales of tablets. In contrast, peripherals continued its declining trend in 2013, with consumers still cutting back on these products.

Organic Food in the United Kingdom industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value 2009-13, and forecast to 2018). The profile also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Essential resource for top-line data and analysis covering the United Kingdom organic food market. Includes market size and segmentation data, textual and graphical analysis of market growth trends, leading companies and macroeconomic information.

Dishwashers saw a decline of 46% in retail volume terms in 2013, as a consequence of import restrictions. Once retailers had consumed their stocks, it was not possible for them to make new purchases. It is a small category, thus shortages in 2013 had a substantial impact. High-end products were largely not available in 2013.

Economy remained positive but slow in 2013. According to trade sources, these problems have extended domestically and led to a slowdown in consumer spending. Although consumers began to be cautious about their spending by eating at home more often, they are also more wary about the pricing of products during grocery shopping and are likely to purchase items which offer more value-for-money. As such, grocery retailers are projected to post a slightly slower value growth of 2% in 2013 as compared...

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

In 2013, international brands put in a very good performance, with demand being particularly strong for brands such as Pringles and Doritos. Tunisians are buying these products despite the significant price difference between them and domestic brands.

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

Over the review period, cheese became more popular in the country, mainly thanks to the increasing influence of the Western cuisine, especially amongst the young in big cities. Indeed, towards the end of 2013, the number of Vietnamese people who are aware of cheese's usage and benefits increased more strongly. However, compared to other categories in dairy, cheese's sales are still rather low due to the following reasons. Firstly, the average unit price of cheese is perceived as quite high in...

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 Solariums, Spas and Similar Services 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.

"Other" dairy products are perceived as healthy. People believe such products can be consumed when on a diet. As they contain milk, consumers willingly buy other dairy products for their children. However, Ukrainian consumers are price sensitive and demand is weakened by higher unit prices.

Movies & Entertainment in the United Kingdom industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value 2009-13, and forecast to 2018). The profile also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Essential resource for top-line data and analysis covering the United Kingdom movies & entertainment market. Includes market size and segmentation data, textual and graphical analysis of market growth trends, leading companies and macroeconomic information.

Chewing gum is one of the main snacking habits of Egyptian consumers. Gum consumption increased over the review period, partly as a result of the rising number of smokers and partly due to the increased penetration of international brands.

In 2013 tissue and hygiene products witnessed a recovering trend, which resulted in better performance of both volume and value sales. In general, positive performance could be observed across nearly every category in tissue and hygiene. An exception was formed only by those categories which face more intense competition from rising alternative categories.

Austrian consumers continue to demand high-quality products when it comes to cheese. Yet cheese faces heavy price competition and promotional activity. This development is, on the one hand, explained by consumer preferences. On the other hand, manufacturers strongly compete for value shares in this mature category. Therefore, cheese is expected to see only a slight average unit price increase in 2013, in current value terms.