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The digital switchover of Ireland's terrestrial television signal which occurred at the end of 2012 saw Ireland's analogue television signal switched off in favour of a digital signal. This provided a major boon for electronics and appliance specialist retailers as a significant increase was recorded in sales of televisions and digital signal decoders during the period leading up to the change. However, even this positive event was not enough to halt flagging sales in the channel during 2013 as...

Commercial real estate investments for 2013 fell slightly short of 2012's record high of US $8.8bn, arriving US$700mn lower at US$8.1bn. BMI believes that commercial real estate in Russia is set to experience strong growth in the long term. Fuelling this strong growth will be high levels of foreign investment in Russia's real estate market, particularly in Moscow.

The Ghanaian economy will enjoy strong economic growth over the long term, propelled by the nascent Oil & Gas sector.

The Argentine economic environment casts a shadow over the IT market, with the depreciation of the peso and import restrictions affecting PC sales in recent years. Both imported and nationally manufactured PCs were affected, with the latter hit by weak consumer confidence and a reliance on imported components. However, this does not seem to be putting off potential investors, as companies seem willing to overlook the economic situation in favour of the sector's substantial potential. The scope for large increases in PC penetration, second device ownership, enterprise software penetration and cloud computing are examples of sectors that have growth opportunities.

We expect a bright start for Japan's construction and infrastructure activity in 2014 due to several factors - namely aggressive fiscal and monetary measures, a large construction project pipeline and the potential for greater policy formation and project execution in Japan. However, it still remains to be seen whether the Japanese government will be able to overcome its fiscal problems and carry out the necessary reforms that could lift long-term construction and infrastructure demand. At present, we have seen some progress in implementing reforms specific to the infrastructure sector.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the residential construction industry in UAE. 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 the UAE to 2017: Market Forecast" provides a top-level overview and detailed insight into the operating environment of the residential construction industry in UAE. It is an essential tool for companies active across the UAE construction value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the personal accident and health insurance industry in Norway . It contains detailed historic and forecast data for claims and expenses. "Personal Accident and Health Insurance Claims and Expenses in Norway to 2017: Market Databook" provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the personal accident and health insurance industry in Norway . It is an essential tool for companies active across the Norwegian personal accident and health insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the manufacturing plant construction industry in the UAE. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the manufacturing plant construction industry, including a breakdown of the data by construction activity (new construction, repair and maintenance, refurbishment and demolition). 'Manufacturing Plant Construction in the UAE to 2017: Market Databook' provides a top-level overview and detailed insight into the operating environment of the manufacturing plant construction industry in the UAE. It is an essential tool for companies active across the UAE construction value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the personal accident and health insurance industry in Liechtenstein. It contains detailed historic and forecast data for premiums and claims. 'Personal Accident and Health Insurance Premiums and Claims in Liechtenstein to 2017: Market Brief' provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the personal accident and health insurance industry in Liechtenstein. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Liechtenstein personal accident and health insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

"The Future of the Pasta & Noodles Market in Norway to 2017: Market Size, Distribution and Brand Share, Key Events and Competitive Landscape" is the result of Canadean's extensive market and company research. This report presents detailed analysis on the Pasta & Noodles consumption trends in Norway, historic and forecast Pasta & Noodles consumption volumes and values at market and category level. It also provides indispensable data on brand share, distribution channels, profiles of companies active in the global Pasta & Noodles market along with latest industry news, in addition to mergers & acquisitions. This report brings together Canadean Intelligence's research, modeling, and analysis expertise in order to develop uniquely detailed market data. This allows domestic and foreign companies to identify the market dynamics to account for Pasta & Noodles sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.

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

We see the most growth potential for Poland's livestock sector owing to increased export potential to the EU and Asia. The livestock industry in the country is relatively price-competitive compared with industry majors such as Brazil and the US, but it does not necessarily have the right export networks and infrastructure to rival these countries. We believe a law prohibiting kosher beef production, the horsemeat scandal and recent quality concerns in the beef industry will limit growth potential in that segment, but poultry and pork are likely to continue to perform strongly. For grains, we are turning more positive on corn production prospects in the long term, as the country is investing in area expansion for the crop. For sugar, we see growth potential limited by the recent U-turn in the EU's biofuels policy, which restricts the amount of food crops to be used in the production of ethanol.

The most recent tourist arrivals data (for January to October 2013) show that total arrivals were up by only 4% year-on-year (y-o-y) to 7.8mn. Consequently, BMI has decided to revise down its estimate for full-year 2013 arrivals growth to 5%, from 9% previously. This would place arrivals at around 9.7mn for the year. Although official data for 2013 are yet to be released, in January 2014 the South African Broadcasting Corporation quoted Mandlakazi Skefile from the Eastern Cape Tourism Board as saying that South Africa registered nearly 10mn international visitors in 2013.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the outdoor leisure facilities construction industry in Kuwait . It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the outdoor leisure facilities construction industry, including a breakdown of the data by construction activity (new construction, repair and maintenance, refurbishment and demolition). 'Outdoor Leisure Facilities Construction in Kuwait to 2017: Market Databook' provides a top-level overview and detailed insight into the operating environment of the outdoor leisure facilities construction industry in Kuwait . It is an essential tool for companies active across the Kuwaiti construction value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Small-Cell Lung Cancer - Pipeline Review, H1 2014', provides an overview of the Small-Cell Lung Cancer's therapeutic pipeline.

The Future of the Suncare Market in Indonesia to 2017: Market Size, Distribution and Brand Share, Key Events and Competitive Landscape" is the result of Canadean's extensive market and company research. This report presents detailed analysis on the Suncare consumption trends in Indonesia, historic and forecast Suncare consumption volumes and values at market and category level. It also provides indispensable data on brand share, distribution channels, profiles of companies active in the global Suncare market along with latest industry news, in addition to mergers & acquisitions. This report brings together Canadean Intelligence's research, modeling, and analysis expertise in order to develop uniquely detailed market data. This allows domestic and foreign companies to identify the market dynamics to account for Suncare sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.

This forecast and market trend report on Beta-Carotenes covers an in-depth analysis of Beta- Carotenes ingredientss manufacturers and ingredientss products characteristics in relation to raw material use and extraction methods. The report investigates health benefits of Beta- Carotenes and its regulatory status. The use for this ingredients category for food and beverage products as a colorant as well as health supporting nutrient is discussed. Various drivers for product innovation as well as product case stories are presented. The report presents an outlook for the future of Beta-Carotenes within the food, beverage and dietary industry.

A deteriorating macroeconomic picture and weakening rouble will moderate real pharmaceutical industry growth, as the consumer spending that currently underpins the pharmaceutical market loses momentum. Over the longer term, the country's ageing population and significant disease burden will act to underpin pharmaceutical expenditure growth. However, we are increasingly concerned about the sustainability of Russia's healthcare expenditure given its reliance on government oil and gas revenues, and underlying economic growth in light of the demographic trends that are playing out in the country. As the provision of healthcare is shifted onto the state, we expect further tightening of procurement rules over the medium term.

Industry Dynamics and Competitive Landscape in Egypt Non-Life Insurance Industry to 2017: Market Profile" is the result of extensive research into the non-life insurance segment in Egypt, covering its dynamics and competitive landscape.It provides insights on the size and forecast for the non-life segment. It provides data on categories such as property, motor, general liability, and marine, aviation and transit insurance, and provides details on products and sub-categories. This report also provides an overview of the leading companies in the segment, along with details of the strategic initiatives undertaken.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the non life insurance industry in Mauritius. It contains detailed historic and forecast data for premiums and claims. 'Non-Life Insurance Premiums and Claims in Mauritius to 2017: Market Brief' provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the non life insurance industry in Mauritius. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Mauritian non life insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the life insurance industry in Philippines. It contains detailed historic and forecast data for investments. "Life Insurance Investments in Philippines to 2017: Market Databook" provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the life insurance industry in Philippines. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Philippine life insurance 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 News Agencies 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.

Considering the disruption posed by security and political risks in Egypt, and the depreciation of the pound against the US dollar in 2013, the market performed well with solid growth. As economic and political environment becomes more supportive in 2014 we forecast growth will move to a higher trajectory as rising incomes enable consumers to purchase devices and vendors to capitalise on low penetration rates and enterprise confidence unleashes investment in software and services. A buoyant retail market, combined with the modernisation of enterprises and public administration, will ensure overall IT spending will increase as a share of GDP over the medium term to 2018. Further, the government's ICT strategy supports the market and initiatives such as tablets for education and promotion of Egypt as an outsourcing destination, boosting development.

Sustained economic growth in India has led to higher disposable incomes among consumers. Along with growing income levels, there has also been a rise in health and wellness awareness. Manufacturers of breakfast cereals have been carrying out campaigns highlighting the positive health benefits of their products. As a result, Indian consumers are gradually realising the importance and benefits of functional breakfast cereals, such as high-fibre products aiding weight maintenance, and products...

Thailand's telecoms market is characterised by a mobile market approaching saturation, a fixed-line market that has been in decline since 2007 and a low broadband penetration rate. The successful launch of 3G services in May 2013 offers some potential in the market, but the heavy degree of state control and ineffectual regulation of the telecoms sector to date, coupled with political uncertainty and the economic fallout from the 2011 floods and weak global economy, do not in our view, present a favourable investment climate.