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Current retail value sales of canned/preserved food increased by 5% in 2013 to reach Bt8 billion. Manufacturers are investing in product innovation and launching new marketing campaigns. In addition, players are also spending great amounts on advertising and are heavily engaging in both above and below the-line marketing. Moreover, customers are leading increasingly busier lifestyles and are thus demanding more convenience. Furthermore, they are also better educated about the various menus that...

In an intensely competitive market, where Unilever Nigeria Plc can no longer take the lead of its Omo brand for granted, major manufacturers engaged in various marketing activities to maintain their brands' visibility and try to capture more consumers. Most re-branding activity took the form of added claims or an increased number of varied pack sizes. A new variant of Omo Multi Active was introduced during 2013, with the company stating that it contained 'Max Clean' particles, which makes it an...

In 2013, other dairy is expected to record a high current retail value growth of nearly 9%, approximately two percentage points higher compared to 2012. This higher growth is mainly thanks to the higher value growth of condensed/evaporated milk, which accounts for the largest amount of other dairy's value.

Movies & Entertainment in the United States 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 States movies & entertainment market. Includes market size and segmentation data, textual and graphical analysis of market growth trends, leading companies and macroeconomic information.

The increasing appreciation of the task-specific benefits of wipes by consumers saw it grow in 2013. Economic growth and growing incomes for the middle/upper classes means consumers spent more on wipes than substitutes such as napkins and handkerchiefs; products were more visibly available in retail outlets. Wipes also continued to see new product types being introduced; following the introduction of cosmetic wipes and general purpose wipes in 2011, 2012 saw the introduction of window/glass...

Semiconductors in the United States 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 States semiconductors market. Includes market size and segmentation data, textual and graphical analysis of market growth trends, leading companies and macroeconomic information.

In 2013, especially in the first three months with Lunar New Year - one of the most important events in Vietnam - sugar confectionery saw many new product developments. Wider ranges in terms of flavours, types and brands as well as prices were developed to appeal to different consumers. This is one of the key drivers that will help the category achieve the current value growth of 9% in 2013.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the life insurance industry in Denmark. 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. 'Life Insurance Premiums and Claims in Denmark to 2017: Market Brief' provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the life insurance industry in Denmark. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Danish life insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

The main difference between retail (consumer) and AFH (industrial) tissue is not only target market but also product characteristics such as diameter, which is usually larger in AFH products such as toilet tissue and kitchen rolls. In 2013, AFH continued to register strong growth, with total volume sales rising by 5%, mainly thanks to the good performance of AFH paper towels. Increasing disposable incomes and general prosperity in the country have helped to develop the horeca channel. In...

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

The Gastrointestinal Partnering Terms and Agreements report provides comprehensive understanding and unprecedented access to the gastrointestinal 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 travel insurance industry in the US. It contains detailed historic and forecast data for travel insurance. "Travel Insurance in the US to 2017: Market Databook" provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the travel insurance industry in the US. It is an essential tool for companies active across the United States travel insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

Limited investment and product exposure has meant RTD coffee remains a marginal product category in Denmark. It accounted for only 0.3% of soft drinks volume sales in 2013. Actual volume growth amounted to only 100,000 litres which meant the category was practically stagnant. The Starbucks and Cocio Ice brands were launched respectively in 2010 and 2011, but distribution and marketing is not prioritised by their manufacturers and retailers alike. They are often found in a single column in the...

Thanks to the increasing influence of and exposure to Western cuisine and culture, Vietnamese consumers became more familiar with breakfast cereals over the review period. Furthermore, busier lifestyles also helped make breakfast cereals a good choice for a quick yet healthy breakfast. Manufacturers also put more effort into promoting this category especially through promotional activities in order to educate consumers about breakfast cereals' usage and its benefits in order to boost their...

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.