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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 Mining of Metal Ores 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.

A Smartphone is a cellular phone with better, faster and enhanced operating abilities and performance which was earlier restricted to Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) and portable computers. Smartphones are rapidly replacing feature phones in India. With the number of vendors offering wide variety of smartphone devices, consumers are spoilt for choices with diverse features at different price.

The South African construction industry increased in value at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.54% during the review period (2007-2011). This was supported by the 2010 FIFA World Cup, which acted as a catalyst to the growing South African construction industry. The infrastructure market was the largest beneficiary of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, as most construction activity involved road, public transport and other infrastructure-related developments. Over the forecast period (2012-2016), the industry is expected to register a CAGR of 9.61%, as against the review-period CAGR of 15.54%, due to the continuing euro-zone crisis which is dampening global business sentiment.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the residential construction industry in Vietnam. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the residential construction industry, including a breakdown of the data by construction activity (new construction, repair and maintenance, refurbishment and demolition). 'Residential Construction in Vietnam to 2016: Market Databook' provides a top-level overview and detailed insight into the operating environment of the residential construction industry in Vietnam. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Vietnamese construction value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

Sleep problems are touted as a 'global epidemic' and sleep apnea is a crucial contributor to this disorder. Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is the most common type of sleep apnea; around 84% of people with sleep apnea are diagnosed with the disease. Studies suggest that about 100 million people worldwide are suspected to have obstructive sleep apnea, of which more than 80% remain undiagnosed.

Ablation procedure refers to a minimally invasive surgical procedure which involves either destruction or removal of diseased or unnecessary tissue to cure the disease. It provides successful form of surgical option that has gradually become a popular alternative over invasive procedure amongst physicians and patients. The principal advantage of these procedures over surgery is short recovery time, short length scars, low risk of infection, less blood loss, and shorter hospital stays.

Telecom Network APIs capitalize on existing network infrastructure to create a vast array of business opportunities for carriers worldwide. In essence, these APIs allow carriers to disseminate a wealth of internal information or resources to third parties. This could entail everything from network QoS for video service delivery to Subscriber Data Management (SDM) for advertising and profiling, the goal being to enable third party developers to offer services in return for revenues.

New passenger car sales in Ukraine rose nearly 9% year-on-year (y-o-y) in May, according to the AUTOConsulting information analytical group. It claims almost 20,000 cars were sold in the month, up 3.5% on the previous month and almost 20% up on May 2011.

The latest Q312 update to BMI's Netherlands Telecoms Report contains analysis of the latest trends and developments in the telecommunications sector, a regional overview and our forecasts for the mobile, fixed-line and broadband subscriber markets, as well as for mobile monthly blended ARPU.

The Indonesia Tourism Report examines the strong long-term potential being offered by the local tourism industry, bolstered by rising demand for regional travel from China, but we caution that demand from other traditional source markets, notably in Europe, may fall across the remainder of 2012 as the region tries to get to grips with its mounting economic difficulties.

BMI projects Brazil consumer electronics spending will grow by about 14% in US dollar terms in 2012 to US$37.0bn. Consumer electronics retailers reported strong growth in 2011 as shipments of notebooks and flat-screen TV sets surged and smartphone sales reported triple-digit growth. We expect tax cuts, aimed at durable goods such as PCs and TV sets, to further support consumption over the coming quarters. Our forecast for relatively strong consumption has also been reinforced by signs of rising demand since the beginning of 2012. January's retail sales reading surprised to the upside, coming in at 7.3% year-on-year (y-o-y), indicating that Brazil's consumer is picking up steam as fiscal and monetary stimulus feed through the economy.

BMI's Canada Defence & Security Report for Q3 2012 examines Canada's strategic interests, defence posture and defence procurement plans.

The UAE Tourism Report considers the recent performance of the tourism sector and assesses its longterm prospects. For the UAE as a whole, the tourism sector had another good year in 2011, although annual growth in foreign tourists slowed slightly to an estimated 9%. The already burgeoning tourism sector appears to have benefited from the Arab Spring, with tourists attracted away from other locations in the region. Given the ongoing instability, there is potential for the industry to benefit further in this regard.

BMI View: Given Romania's long history of oil/gas reserves and production, it would be surprising if renewed exploration efforts do not prove-up fresh resources and extend the life and scale of existing domestic supply. However, Romania needs to enlist more help, quickly, in order to avoid increased exposure to energy import dependency. Further, the likely moratorium on shale gas exploration is likely to slow progress and dampen foreign partner enthusiasm.

BMI maintains its positive outlook toward Panama's growth outlook, forecasting real GDP growth of 8.1% in 2012 and 7.3% in 2013, as a result of continued robust private consumption. That said, we caution that with the completion of the Panama Canal nearing, the previous steady stream of investment may become somewhat less stable until the country is able to ensure more diversified investment opportunities.

BMI View: Increased cultivation, an improving macroeconomic outlook, access to export markets and investments into enhancing the productivity of domestic mills are the key factors behind our highly optimistic outlook for sugar production in Mozambique. While these factors will also have an effect on production and consumption growth in the livestock and grains segments, we highlight that growth in these sectors remains highly vulnerable to external factors. Weather-related hazards such as flooding and drought pose serious downside risks to grains production, and the recurring problem of pests and diseases threatens the livestock sector. Nevertheless, we believe that government support and incentives could be the biggest encouragement for growth in these sectors.

GlobalData's new report, "Brazil Cardiovascular Devices Market Outlook to 2018 - Cardiac Rhythm Management, Interventional Cardiology, Peripheral Vascular Devices, Electrophysiology, Prosthetic Heart Valves and Others" provides key market data on the Brazil Cardiovascular Devices market. The report provides value (USD million), volume (units) and average price (USD) data for each segment and sub-segment within 10 market categories - Cardiac Assist Devices, Cardiac Rhythm Management, Cardiovascular Monitoring and Diagnostic Devices, Cardiovascular Prosthetic Devices, Cardiovascular Surgery, Electrophysiology, External Defibrillators, Interventional Cardiology, Peripheral Vascular Devices and Prosthetic Heart Valves. The report also provides company shares and distribution shares data for each of the aforementioned market categories. The report is supplemented with global corporate-level profiles of the key market participants with information on company financials and pipeline products, wherever available.

Propylene glycol is a safe chemical which can be used both in industrial and consumer applications. From food and beverages to cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, propylene glycol is used in almost every consumer requirement. Its largest use is in the manufacture of Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR) which is further processed to make reinforced plastics. This sector has driven global propylene glycol demand in the last decade and is expected to further accelerate the demand. However, the future of the global propylene glycol industry lies in the Asia-Pacific, which has contributed the most through consistent growth in UPR production.

Nutek Orthopaedics, LLC (Nutek Orthopaedics) is a medical device company based in the US. The company designs, develops and markets medical devices for the orthopedic markets. Its first products are NBX-non-bridging external fixator and the first assistant- wrist fracture reduction device. The devices of the company are fabricated in lightweight, durable biopolymers. The orthopaedic devices of Nutek Orthopaedics include periarticular fixation devices and bone augmentations earmarked to preserve joint motion after the repair of devastating musculoskeletal injuries. The products of the company will encourage patients to exercise without fear of re-injury. Nutek Orthopaedics is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the US.

Vertebral Technologies, Inc. (VTI) is a medical equipment manufacturing company, based in the US. The company has developed implantable spinal devices based on a proprietary intra-operative assembly technology. It operates through product segments such as InterFuse S device and InterCushion Disc Nucleus Replacement System. InterFuse S device was designed to enable spine surgeons to achieve an ALIF-sized interbody footprint* while utilizing a familiar, less invasive posterior implant approach. InterCushion device is implanted through a familiar, less invasive posterior approach. Its proprietary intra-operative assembly technology was designed to enable spine surgeons to achieve a large, customized and anatomical implant while utilizing a familiar, less-invasive posterior implant approach. VTI is headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, US.

In recent technology developments, chipless RFID tags has been developed and offered on the affordability level of customers, which will result in high growth. It is coupled with a simplified manufacturing technology and decrease in the manufacturing time. Moreover chipless RFID tags are compatible with the existing infrastructure, which saves the additional cost of installing new system. Manufacturers have reduced the price of chipless RFID tags. This trend is causing for a high growth of chipless RFID market.