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Jeans benefited strongly from retailing development towards the end of the review period. In addition to the opening of new standalone shops and smaller malls, Morocco notably saw the opening of Morocco Mall in December 2011. This is the largest shopping centre in Africa, with 250,000 sq. m of floor space, and is based in Casablanca. The opening of this mall offered consumers and tourists considerably more access to leading brands in jeans such as Levi's, Lee Cooper and Diesel.

The upgrading of consumers' living standards has contributed to growing interest in more diversified food types, especially foreign cuisines, in coastal cities, which also has resulted in more plentiful products in sauces, dressings and condiments. Many types of foreign food have gradually been integrated into Chinese dining, with new products such as barbecue sauces, brown sauces and cocktail sauces having been successfully introduced during the review period, although they remain niche products. As a result, the sauces, dressings and condiments category experienced significant sales growth in 2012, which in turn contributed to dynamism in the packaging market.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Regulus Therapeutics Inc. - Product Pipeline Review - 2014', provides an overview of the Regulus Therapeutics Inc.'s pharmaceutical research and development focus.

Fish & Seafood Market in Croatia: Databook to 2017 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research covering the Fish & Seafood market in Croatia.

m-Education is the ability to provide educational-related content on smartphones and tablets. Educational-related content refers to all the digital learning content provided on personal devices. m-Education service providers deliver learning solutions using the latest tools and technology, providing users with rich media and graphic-based learning. Since this form of learning is cost-effective and helps enhance employees' efficiency and productivity, many educational firms across the globe are replacing the traditional forms of training with m-education to improve their geographical presence.

The Dutch economy perked up during the tail end of 2013, with a robust 0.7% quarter-on- quarter increase in real GDP confirming that a recovery is under way. We expect growth to accelerate in 2014, underpinned by a recovery in fixed investment and exports. However, we stress that the Netherlands' double digit (in % of GDP terms) current account surplus, leaves the economy particularly vulnerable if the eurozone r ecovery fails to gain momentum. This will feed into the fortunes of the country's freight industry also.

MarketLine's Company Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Partnerships & Alliances and Investments reports offer a comprehensive breakdown of the organic and inorganic growth activity undertaken by an organization to sustain its competitive advantage.

Scarves registered the highest current value growth of 14% in 2013. On the one hand, scarves and pashminas are increasingly fashionable in Chile and major department stores are pushing their sales. A huge part of Chileans' new fashion and designs is reflected in their preference for accessories, which show their own style. On the other hand, according to meteorology official statistics, 2013 was the third driest year in Chile since 1866. For weather reasons, this dryness resulted in the country...

Global Markets Direct's, 'Resverlogix Corp. - Product Pipeline Review - 2014', provides an overview of the Resverlogix Corp.'s pharmaceutical research and development focus.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Fragile X Syndrome - Pipeline Review, H1 2014', provides an overview of the Fragile X Syndrome's therapeutic pipeline.

Despite value sales growth in 2012, unit prices of jeans reduced by 5%, the biggest price decrease since 2009. There are two main reasons behind this behaviour. First, an increasing volume of standard, premium and super premium brands was sold in discount seasons in companies' own stores and in department stores. Discount seasons consist of short term sales - about two weeks four times a year - when stores sell products with an average of a 35% price discount. Value sales increased due consumers purchasing more products at lower prices. Secondly, economy jeans saw an increase of 11% in current value terms in 2012, due to the improved designs of products. People tend to buy two or three fashionable pairs of jeans for the same price that they would get one premium item.

Air Quality Control Systems Market by Technology (Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD), Electrostatic Precipitators, Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Control Systems, Scrubber & Mercury Control Systems) & Geography (Asia-Pacific, Europe, Americas, Middle East and Africa) Global Trends and Forecasts to 2019

Oilfield Services Market by Type (Coiled Tubing Services, Completion Equipment & Services, Drilling & Completion Fluids, Drilling Waste Management, OCTG, Pressure Pumping Services, Well Intervention Services and Wireline services), by Geography (Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa, North America and South America) - Global Trends and forecasts to 2019

This report provides in-depth information on the dynamics of Germany defense procurement and trend analysis of imports and exports. The figures are based on trend indicator values (TIV) expressed in US$ million at constant (1990) prices. Although figures are expressed in US$, TIVs do not represent the financial value of goods transferred. Rather, TIVs are an indication of the volume of arms transferred.

Industrial fasteners are efficient tools used to connect two or more parts, enabling the development of superior-quality and reliable products. Various types of industrial fasteners such as externally threaded, standard, and aerospace grade fasteners are used across sectors such as Automotive, Industrial Machinery, Maintainence, Repair, and Overhauling, Aerospace and Defense, Construction, Consumer Durables, Electrical and Electronics, and Woodworking. The Global Industrial Fastener market is highly competitive, which is driving several vendors to differentiate their products by offering application-specific fasteners with increased strength and durability to meet the specific needs of end-users.

In 2012, the Federal Government released details of a new dental scheme specifically targeting children and low-income families. The previous federal dental schemes, the chronic diseases dental scheme and the teenager dental scheme will be phased out in 2013. The new scheme will also focus on providing more funding to establish dental services in rural and remote areas that are currently underserviced. All Australians have access to dental services through the public Medicare system; however, waiting periods can be lengthy. Alternatively, consumers can seek dental services on a private basis, at their expense.

Automotive air filters are used in vehicles to filter air and stop dirt particles entering the air inlet of internal combustion engines. Air filters are extremely beneficial as they ensure a sufficient amount of air for improved ignition. Dirt particles can cause damage to an engine and have a negative impact on engine performance. Growing concerns about emissions and growing focus on emission standards have compelled manufacturers to introduce improved automotive air filters.

Industrial Waste Management Market by Services (Collection, Recycling, Incineration, Landfill) & Geography (Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Americas) - Global Trends and Forecasts to 2019

Global Markets Direct's, 'Emesis (Vomiting) - Pipeline Review, H1 2014', provides an overview of the Emesis (Vomiting)'s therapeutic pipeline.

An IVA is a customized automated digital character, such as an avatar or a 3D animated persona, which provides information and service assistance to customers. An IVA provides assistance on wide range of topics such as company details including financial and investor-related details, product portfolios, and technology-related information. They provide better customer engagement when compared to customer executives. Enterprises can use IVAs to reduce investment in developing multiple customer contact centers because IVAs offer maximum revenue for minimum resources.

The recovery of the disposable income levels of Lithuanian consumers had a major benefit on all categories in beauty and personal care in Lithuania as consumers returned to pre-crisis consumption habits. During the economic downturn, many people abandoned consumption of various beauty and personal care products or switched to cheaper alternatives. However, the improving economic situation led to record value growth in all beauty and personal care categories in 2013, encouraging companies to...

Decongestant rubs and paediatric cough and cold remedies continue to perform well with 12% growth respectively. This was due to a very dry, dusty and windy climate in the dry season, and a cold, moist climate in the rainy season, all of which favour the occurrence of allergies, especially in young children. Children also have a lower level of resistance to these ailments compared with adults, and are more likely to need medication from the onset of a cough or cold. With the increasing awareness of allergies, Cameroonians are less likely to take a cough too seriously and go to the hospital, but are more likely to resort to self-medication until the situation worsens. Visiting a hospital for a cough is seen as unnecessary expenditure by most. Most cough and cold remedies are well known and readily available in pharmacies at affordable prices.

High-speed broadband is pushing rich media ahead

Global Markets Direct's, 'Tauopathies - Pipeline Review, H1 2014', provides an overview of the Tauopathies's therapeutic pipeline.

A smart water network is an integrated set of products, system, and solutions, which helps water utilities to monitor and diagnose problems related to the water distribution network. A smart water network helps in leak detection, pressure management, network operations, and water quality monitoring. It can also reduce overall capital expenditure by providing real-time data based on water consumption and customer meter readings.