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After a nearly 9% year-on-year (y-o-y) growth in vehicles sales during 2011, new passenger car sales in Germany grew a modest 2% y-o-y (to just over 1mn units) during the first four months of the year, in line with BMI's forecast of a marginal 1% y-o-y growth in car sales..Although commercial vehicle demand has fallen marginally this year, our expectations of macroeconomic activity recovering in Q212 and Q312, and the sharp rise in business expectations in recent months, indicate that our forecast of a 5% growth in commercial vehicle sales remain on the cards. We accordingly keep our 2012 forecast of a cumulative 1.5% y-o-y growth unchanged this quarter.

GlobalData, the industry analysis specialist, has released its new report, "Healthcare, Regulatory and Reimbursement Landscape - Russia". The report is an essential source of information and analysis on the healthcare, regulatory and reimbursement landscape in Russia. It identifies the key trends in the healthcare market and provides insights into the demographic, regulatory, reimbursement landscape and healthcare infrastructure. Most importantly, the report provides valuable insights into the trends and segmentation of the pharmaceutical and medical devices markets. It is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, secondary research and in-house analysis by GlobalData's team of industry experts.

GlobalData's clinical trial report, "Ankylosing Spondylitis (Bekhterev's Disease) Global Clinical Trials Review, H1, 2012" provides data on the Ankylosing Spondylitis (Bekhterev's Disease) clinical trial scenario. This report provides elemental information and data relating to the clinical trials on Ankylosing Spondylitis (Bekhterev's Disease). It includes an overview of the trial numbers and their recruitment status as per the site of trial conduction across the globe. The databook offers a preliminary coverage of disease clinical trials by their phase, trial status, prominence of the sponsors and also provides briefing pertaining to the number of trials for the key drugs for treating Ankylosing Spondylitis (Bekhterev's Disease). This report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research and in-house analysis by GlobalData's team of industry experts.

The UK non-life insurance segment growth was supported by stable growth in the property market, rising motor insurance premiums, an increase in household insurance costs and mandatory motor third-party liability insurance. The presence of such factors helped maintain written premium growth rates in the UK non-life insurance segment during the global financial crisis. As the country's economy recovers, the non-life insurance segment is expected to register a higher-growth rate as compared to the review period. In addition, the industry is also expected to be driven by the increased levels of risk awareness and preparation for risk avoidance among UK consumers. Growth in the UK property market, the forthcoming London 2012 Olympic Games, an increase in automobile production, rising levels of disposable income and emerging employment opportunities are expected to drive the growth of the non-life insurance segment over the forecast period.

Following a year in which BMI believes the recovery began in Czech Republic's main freight mode - road freight - and increasing volumes in all other freight modes, 2012 will signal further growth across the whole freight transport sector.

The Russian Retail Report examines the long-term potential of the local consumer market, but flags shortterm concerns about the impact on Russia's economic outlook of falling external demand, increasing financing constraints and growing political uncertainty.

Our near-term domestic demand outlook for Pakistan is looking brighter than before. Declining costs of credit and disinflationary pressures should prove supportive of domestic demand. However, we acknowledge a near-term risk to our domestic demand outlook, which is the impact of deteriorating macroeconomic conditions on remittance inflows. Should a slowdown in global demand weigh on remittance growth, this could dampen domestic consumption in the near term. Longer term, the business environment challenges of a destabilising insurgency, chronic lack of electricity generation capacity and an unskilled labour force will continue to hold back the consumer sector from realising its full potential. We therefore expect the liberalisation of the Pakistani consumer sector to occur at a glacial pace going forward.

Car manufacturing - BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, China) Industry Guide is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, China) Car manufacturing industry. The report includes easily comparable data on market value, volume, segmentation and market share, plus full five year market forecasts. It examines future problems, innovations and potential growth areas within the market.

This profile is the essential source for top-level energy industry data and information. The report provides an overview of each of the key sub-segments of the energy industry in Germany. It details the market structure, regulatory environment, infrastructure and provides historical and forecasted statistics relating to the supply/demand balance for each of the key sub-segments. It also provides information relating to the crude oil assets (oil fields, refineries, pipelines and storage terminals) in Germany. The report compares the investment environment in Germany with other countries in the region. The profiles of the major companies operating in the crude oil sector in Germany together with the latest news and deals are also included in the report.

This report is the result of ICD's extensive market and company research covering the Danish defense industry. It provides detailed analysis of both historic and forecast defense industry values including key growth stimulators, analysis of the leading companies in the industry, and key news.

This profile is the essential source for top-level energy industry data and information. The report provides an overview of each of the key sub-segments of the energy industry in Italy. It details the market structure, regulatory environment, infrastructure and provides historical and forecasted statistics relating to the supply/demand balance for each of the key sub-segments. It also provides information relating to the natural gas assets (gas fields, pipelines, LNG terminals and underground gas storage facilities) in Italy. The report compares the investment environment in Italy with other countries in the region. The profiles of the major companies operating in the natural gas sector in Italy together with the latest news and deals are also included in the report.

This profile is the essential source for top-level energy industry data and information. The report provides an overview of each of the key sub-segments of the energy industry in Denmark. It details the market structure, regulatory environment, infrastructure and provides historical and forecasted statistics relating to the supply/demand balance for each of the key sub-segments. It also provides information relating to the crude oil assets (oil fields, refineries, pipelines and storage terminals) in Denmark. The report compares the investment environment in Denmark with other countries in the region. The profiles of the major companies operating in the crude oil sector in Denmark together with the latest news and deals are also included in the report.

GlobalData's report, Ethylbenzene Industry Outlook in Germany to 2016 - Market Size, Company Share, Price Trends, Capacity Forecasts of All Active and Planned Plants provides an in-depth coverage of Germany Ethylbenzene industry. The research presents major market trends affecting the Ethylbenzene industry in Germany. The report covers Germany Ethylbenzene plants and presents installed capacity by key feedstock, process and technology. In addition, it presents Ethylbenzene demand and production forecasts, end use demand forecasts, price trends, trade balance data and company shares of the major Ethylbenzene producers in Germany. Overall, the report presents a comprehensive coverage of Germany Ethylbenzene industry including all the major parameters.

GlobalData's report, Europe Caprolactam Industry Outlook to 2016 - Market Size, Company Share, Price Trends, Capacity Forecasts of All Active and Planned Plants provides an in-depth coverage of Europe Caprolactam industry. The research presents major market trends affecting Caprolactam in the region. It provides capacity growth and presents installed capacity by key feedstock, process and technology. In addition, it presents market size, demand and production forecasts, end use demand forecasts, and company shares of major Caprolactam producers in the region. The research also provides price trends and trade balance data. Supply and demand scenario for key countries within the region is also included in the report. Overall, the reports present a comprehensive analysis of the specific petrochemical in the region covering all the major parameters.

BMI View: Bahrain has a far smaller oil and gas resource base than its neighbours, but is a leading regional refined products exporter. In the coming decade, the country may begin importing LNG, but will also boost both oil and gas production. The country will continue to enjoy revenues from the Abu Saafa field, which is shared with Saudi Arabia, but will also continue importing Saudi crude oil to feed the Sitra refinery, which may be expanded. Despite the political unrest in 2011, Bahrain has not fallen in our riskreward ratings as the country remains open to foreign investment.

BMI View: Belgium's rapidly ageing population, traditionally high per capita consumption of medicines and a well-developed healthcare system will combine to continue providing substantial commercial opportunities for pharmaceutical sector players. However, given the need for fiscal austerities in regards to public spending in the face of economic difficulties, the prospects for the placement of expensive patented medicines onto the Belgian market will remain subdued over the short term at least, as the authorities increasingly prioritise the use of cheaper generic products.

Inbound tourism flows were on the rise in 2011 and confirmed the travel industry revival after two years of decline and then stability. Europe remained the main contributing region but arrivals from emerging countries (China, Brazil, Russia) saw the fastest growth and were driven by the emergence of a greater middle class in those countries. In 2011, France was expected to remain the world's number one tourist destination in terms of total arrivals. Domestic tourism was also on the rise and...

In Europe, fuel cards often have stringent eligibility criteria which prohibit small business customers from applying. This exempts small businesses from benefitting from fuel cost savings and ease of monitoring offered by commercial fuel cards. This brief identifies and profiles those oil-company branded and independent cards which are suitable for small fleet customers in Europe.

As shoppers budgets are increasingly restricted and spend declines in other sectors, food & grocery share is up. Market polarisation has seen shoppers trading up to indulge at Waitrose but also down to shop with Aldi, Lidl and Iceland. Price has an important role to play in loyalty dynamics as both inflationary pressures and retailer price comparison campaigns drive up awareness and sensitivity.

Dietary supplements are a key area of growth in the consumer health market. Companies are reaping the financial rewards of consumer interest in preventative health through the launch of a wider array of novel and affordable supplements. Positioning dietary supplements requires negotiating a complex labyrinth of health claims, local preferences and regulatory activity. An effective message regarding health benefits, and the localisation of products will advance sales.

The natural products marketplace is one of the most prolific of all new packaged goods markets. This presentation reviews ten emerging trends in the natural products space, including the use of sprouted seeds, grains and beans as ingredients, the proliferation of textured drinks for enhanced health and rising interest in grass fed dairy and meat products.

“It is exciting for Champion Racing Oil to find a partner that shares the same passion in promoting racing products,” said Karl Dedolph, Director of Champion Performance Products. “Race-Mart® will be a valuable on-line partner for us and our racing lubricants.”

GlobalData's clinical trial report, "Genital Warts (Condylomata Acuminata) Global Clinical Trials Review, H1, 2012" provides data on the Genital Warts (Condylomata Acuminata) clinical trial scenario. This report provides elemental information and data relating to the clinical trials on Genital Warts (Condylomata Acuminata) . It includes an overview of the trial numbers and their recruitment status as per the site of trial conduction across the globe. The databook offers a preliminary coverage of disease clinical trials by their phase, trial status, prominence of the sponsors and also provides briefing pertaining to the number of trials for the key drugs for treating Genital Warts (Condylomata Acuminata) . This report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research and in-house analysis by GlobalData's team of industry experts.

Saber Solutions welcomes Dave Kreibich as Vice President of Sales. Dave’s primary focus is on increasing Saber Solutions' penetration of the expanding market for cloud based business and productivity solutions. The key responsibilities of his role include the appointment and management of the company’s first sales team, lead generation and nurturing of prospective clients, customer relationship management and business development.

While hotels are a staple for the business traveller and globetrotter, Suite 2020 is proving that luxurious furnished homes offer more than just a room with a view; up to 65% savings with all of the amenities of home.