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Consumers of chilled processed food in Slovakia are more interested in products made from natural/organic ingredients following the health and wellness trend which is strengthening each year. The increasing demand for these products is encouraging manufacturers to launch new organic products and invest more in research and promotion.

Sales of analgesics arebased on the number and the intensity of winter pathologies, and thus are dependent on the weather. The winter of 2013 did not show the cold temperatures of previous years, and thus did not last long enough to trigger off a strong wave of flu. There were, however, outbreaks of respiratoryinfectious diseases -particularly those affecting babies and toddlers-for which OTC are not prescribed by physicians. The previous year was also disappointing in terms of pathologies;...

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

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 Post and Courier 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.

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

Towards the end of the review period, snack bars remained unpopular in Vietnam and there were only a few international brands available. In fact, these brands could only be found in large supermarkets or hypermarkets. Consumer awareness remained very low due to a lack of marketing activities from manufacturers. Furthermore, thanks to the availability and development of other dried food and snacks, which were offered at more affordable prices, consumers did not see the need to discover more...

Due to the new brand and product entries into Singapore over the review period, consumers have a wider choice of yoghurt products than ever before. Consumers are also aware of the health benefits of yoghurt, which is good for the digestive system and enhances the immune system. Hence, yoghurt is becoming a regular habit for some. The manufacturers are focusing on introducing more low-fat items due to the increasing health conscious trend in Singapore.

The increase in the number of completed residential projects helped to drive value sales for home and garden specialist retailers in 2013. There were approximately 13,000 new private apartments and condominium units ready in 2012 and this number will increase to an estimated number of 16,000 in 2013, further driving demand for home and improvement, furniture and homewares.

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

Manufacturers have made continuous investments in launching new products, marketing campaigns, and extending access to products for an increasing number of women over the review period, which has helped stimulate sales of sanitary protection goods. The competitive environment within sanitary protection in Brazil is intense and key manufacturers are having difficulties in establishing themselves.

Although smaller and less developed than dog and cat food, the small mammal/reptile category has performed relatively well in a difficult economic environment. The rising popularity and appeal of small mammals particularly among couples with small children has contributed to this growth. Moreover, the emerging pet humanisation trend is also creating opportunities for value-added products, particularly those emphasising health and wellness or naturalness, in addition to snacks.

The further movement towards offering more added value and premium products was the main trend within sanitary protection in Costa Rica during 2013. As demand for value for money continued to develop, manufacturers added value features to their brands. They also encouraged the use of more innovative products such as tampons and pantyliners, which are capable of generating better profit margins to producers, while suiting and increasing the number of usage occasions among women.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the life insurance industry in Serbia . It contains detailed historic and forecast data for policies and premiums. "Life Insurance Policies and Premiums in Serbia to 2017: Market Databook" provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the life insurance industry in Serbia . It is an essential tool for companies active across the Serb life insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

Record warm summer weather and a reduction in soft drinks tax boosted volume sales growth in the mature RTD tea category in 2013. Like many other soft drinks categories, domestic RTD tea sales have in recent years suffered in competition with cheaper German border retailers. The tax reduction on soft drinks, which was implemented in June 2013 eased DKr1.00 per litre from the final retail price of RTD tea and thus narrowed the gap to German retail prices.

Total volume sales of soft drinks saw a decline in 2013 in Finland, reflecting a similar performance over the review period. VAT was also increased by one percentage point at the beginning of 2013, adding to pressure on unit prices. Increased VAT, economic downturn, an elevated unemployment rate and lower consumer confidence indicators meant that consumers were looking for ways to save money by limiting their spending on soft drinks. Taking advantage of special offers and trying out economy...

Other than in Libya, which continues to feel the effects of the 2011 civil war, there is strong competition in North Africa's mobile markets. While there remains growth potential across North Africa's mobile markets, BMI believes increased liberalisation, in some cases, and investment in fixed and mobile broadband markets will drive growth in that segment. Morocco's regulator plans to impose fixed infrastructure sharing regulation, Algerie Télécom has announced plans to launch fixed wireless 4G LTE in H114 to compete with mobile operators' 3G services and Tunisie Télécom awarded Alcatel-Lucent a contract to improve access speeds over its copper cable network. Meanwhile, Libya recruited the ITU's help to build up its ICT sector, including setting up a regulatory framework, which may speed up the licensing process for a planned third operator. With most markets set to reach mobile saturation within our forecast period, BMI believes the broadband market will provide important long term opportunities for subscriptions and revenue growth.

Journyx today announces that companies that use Microsoft Dynamics GP as their accounting system and are seeking a replacement time and expense solution since the cancellation of Business Portal can download a free 30-day trial of Journyx. Microsoft recently announced that Business Portal will not be included in the next release of Dynamics GP. Companies can download the free trial here.

MarketLines' Akamai Technologies, 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 Akamai Technologies, 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.

MarketLines' Quebecor, 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 Quebecor, 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.

Wausau real estate company Coldwell Banker Action salespersons received franchise awards on Monday, April 28, 2013 for their accomplishments in real estate sales for 2013. The Merrill WI real estate company Coldwell Banker Real Estate recognized 14 agents and two teams for their hard work last year. 

Oman's significant gains in oil production in the last few years will peak in 2016, moderately and gradually declining. This is primarily due to the decreasing returns from the enhanced recovery efforts that Oman has pursued in the last decade. The rewards for the Omani oil industry is as follows: new lucrative opportunities from the approval of additional upstream projects to new discoveries, with a specific focus on offshore being a unique area of opportunity. There are downside risks, the most important being the disappointing output from redevelopment projects. These risks extend to gas as well. While we assume a more sustained rebound in output, albeit with much of the gains reliant upon BP's costly and complex Block 61, setbacks here would result in downward revision to our forecast. That said, Oman's continued push to secure additional foreign participation makes the market one of opportunity despite expectations for growth to moderate. The recent Iran-Omani gas initiative, facilitated by an easing of US/EU sanctions on Iran, promises to be a major opportunity for the Omani gas sector. And if the thaw in Iran-US relations continues, Oman's strategic location on the southern end of the Persian Gulf can facilitate re-exports into the Arabian Peninsula, with possible ramifications for LNG.

Order selection verification and auditing are essential components of a warehouse control system. The ability to examine the percentage of picks by customer, carrier, or picker is vital information. The ability to audit automatic weight tolerance checking is also critical. During the verification process, best practices require 100% scan to verify along with visual verification. It is also critical to know the percentage of cartons by an audit reason or rationale, such as those cartons failing a weight tolerance check or errors by a reason code (such as the wrong SKU or quantity.)

Voice America Talk Radio Network, Internet broadcasting pioneer, producing and syndicating online audio and video, today announced that Robert Pruitt, leadership trainer, educator and inspirational speaker, will join Cheryl Jones, host of the Good Grief radio program on the VoiceAmerica Health and Wellness Channel (http://www.voiceamerica.com/show/2264/good-grief) Wednesday, May 14, at 2 p.m. Pacific Time.

The global market for advanced phase change material is expected to reach USD 1,765.8 million by 2020, according to a new study by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing need to conserve energy across various industries and sector is expected to be one of the major driving factors for the market. In addition, stringent regulations imposed on various industries to reduce green house gases emission has also helped in developing the market for advanced phase change material. Consumption of APCM is expected to reduce the overall demand for energy by up to 50% by 2050. However, their high price compared to other insulating materials owing to lack of awareness among the consumers in under developed countries is expected to hinder market growth over the forecast period.

At the upcoming WCS Webinar on June 10th, direct impacts of a WCS (Warehouse Control System) will be reviewed. Specifically there will be a discussion how WCS increases productivity and cuts costs and allows for flexibility in equipment purchase decisions. Other benefits included real-time task management and elimination of islands of automation.