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Biopesticides are beneficial to ecological chain and environment and are also effective in controlling agricultural pest. The hazards caused to the environment by chemical pesticide residues can be alleviated with the help of biopesticides. Phasing-out of highly toxic pesticides proved to be winning imperative for biopesticides market, opening new growth paths for introduction of less toxic biopesticide products.

Mobile commerce is expected to reach $10 B USD by the end of 2013, representing an annual compound growth rate of 39% that will continue over the next five years.

The Hungary Insurance Report considers the prospects for both life and non-life insurers in that country. Relative to its peers in Central and Eastern Europe, Hungary stands out for several reasons. The most obvious is that it has been shrinking, by at least one metric, for years. The latest data, published by the Association of Hungarian Insurance Companies (MABISZ) in Q112, indicate that, in terms of gross premiums written, both segments were smaller in 2011 than they had been in 2007. Although the life segment is dominated by unit-linked products, a characteristic that attests to the risk tolerance of Hungarian households who use life insurance and one that also sets Hungary's insurance sector apart from others in the region, the volatility of financial markets has taken its toll. Brutal competition in motor related lines (ie: both compulsory motorists third-party liability - CMTPL - cover and voluntary hull insurance or CASCO) has forced tariffs downwards: this is a challenge that has been highlighted by many of the insurers that have commented on business conditions in Hungary over the last year.

The Polish Retail Report examines the long-term potential of the local consumer market, but flags shortterm concerns about the impact on Poland's economic outlook of the austere 2012 public budget passed by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, which will drag on domestic demand and consumer spending.

BMI's China Petrochemicals Report Q312 examines the long-term growth trends that are in play across the local industry, but warns of short-term concerns about over-capacity and the impact on prices and trade.

The Argentine autos sector is heading for a moderation in 2012, both in terms of domestic sales as well as production. Estimates from the Argentine carmakers' association, ADEFA, show that demand for new vehicles grew only 5.3% y-o-y, after a robust 26.5% y-o-y growth in 2011. Meanwhile, vehicle production fell 4% y-o-y, to 67,667 units in March taking Q112 cumulative production up only 2.7% y-oy, to 163,837, after a 15.6% y-o-y growth in 2011.

During 2011, growth in concentrates in Slovakia decrease slightly and this was at least partially the result of retailers engaging in high levels of price discounting. Continuous growth in the price of raw materials, energy and transportation led to reductions in the importance of merchantability. There is a relatively stable consumer base for concentrates in Slovakia and there is a very long history of consuming both liquid concentrates and powder concentrates in the country. The main threats...

According to Eurostat, at 43% Germany has one of the lowest home ownership rates in Europe. In its capital city Berlin, home ownership comes to only 11% and in other large cities such as Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg, Stuttgart, Cologne and Leipzig, five times as many households rent rather than own their homes. The low home ownership of the Germans has a strong impact on home improvement products, which restricts the market potential for many product categories.

Seasonal weather changes, rapid temperature changes due to prolonged winters, and direct exposure to atmospheric pollutants were the major factors which supported the performance of cough, cold and allergy remedies in India during the review period. Not surprisingly, demand for these products peaks during the winter.

After consultation with industry, the FDA published draft biosimilars guidelines in February 2012. Although details are lacking in a number of areas such as interchangeability, the guidance sets out the agency's broad views and gives developers greater certainty for the initiation of development programs.

"Egypt Neurology Devices Investment Opportunities, Analysis and Forecasts to 2018", a new report by Global Markets Direct, provides key market data on the Egypt Neurology Devices market. The report provides value (USD million), volume (units) and average price (USD) data for each segment and sub-segment within six market categories - CSF Management, Interventional Neurology, Neurological Diagnostic Equipment, Neurostimulation Devices, Neurosurgical Products and Radiosurgery. 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 key recent developments.

There are high levels of obesity and overweight in Saudi Arabia, with these increasingly being linked to the high levels of heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure being seen in the country. Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the dangers of a high fat diet and also more aware of the links between excess weight and ill health. Consequently, a growing number of consumers sought to reduce their fat consumption towards the end of the review period.

GlobalData's clinical trial report, "Gestational Diabetes Global Clinical Trials Review, H1, 2012" provides data on the Gestational Diabetes clinical trial scenario. This report provides elemental information and data relating to the clinical trials on Gestational Diabetes. 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 Gestational Diabetes. 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.

Wound Care Market (Traditional Wound Care, Advanced Wound Care, Active Wound Care, Negative Pressure Wound Therapy & Other Therapy Devices) - Current Trends, Opportunities & Global Forecasts (2011 - 2016)

Road is projected to remain the dominant form of freight transport in 2012, with BMI projecting it to account for 85.1% of Poland's total freight. Rail freight is, however, the area to watch in BMI's opinion, with the sector carving out more market share, a trend projected to continue over the medium term as rail freight carriers expand their operations and a push from the EU leads to a region-wide drive to move more cargo volumes from road to rail.

BMI View: Despite an increasingly ageing population (consequently increasing burden of noncommunicable diseases), Hong Kong will only be moderately attractive to investors given its small market size. While the dominance of patented medicines is set to continue in the medium term, costcontainment measures will increasingly prioritise the use of generic drugs in the public sector. We also note that the anticipation of a year of the dragon baby boom can bring about short-term opportunities for pharmaceutical companies with infant care products as part of their portfolios.

BMI maintains its cautious outlook for the Chinese port and shipping sector, highlighting that indicators continue to align to back our view of a slowdown in China's economic growth. These fears have been heightened by the negative growth posted by the major export bellwether. Our outlook has seen some support in the declining container volumes at the Port of Shanghai in February 2012.

The Caribbean Tourism Report examines the enormous long-term potential of the market, given its reputation as a major tourism destination, but analyses the impact of a slowdown in Europe - one of its major markets - especially as the Caribbean is a relatively expensive holiday destination The report examines how best to maximise returns in the Caribbean tourism market, capitalising on the region's wide variety of tourism destinations and well developed tourism infrastructure. The report also assesses differences between the key island groupings and which are recovering more swiftly.

We forecast that Malaysia's mining industry value will reach MYR109.3bn by 2016, an annual average growth of 1.1% from 2011's estimated MYR103.7bn. Growth will be led by the country's nascent gold mining industry, which has been attracting a number of foreign investors. Monument Mining's Selinsing gold mine is set to become the country's largest gold mine as the old Penjom mine's reserves run out. Malaysia provides an attractive mining legislative environment for foreign investors (tax holidays, 100% foreign ownership, transparent and centralised mining license granting) and should be taken advantage of while the country is still trying to divert investment away from regional favorites, including the Philippines and Indonesia. There is the risk that these laws will change once the country is able to attract enough money.

Our outlook on the UAE's food and drink sector is positive, as consumer confidence appears to be returning. We expect growth of the core economy to gradually tick higher over the coming quarters, with elevated oil prices and improved consumer and business sentiment underpinning a steady expansion in real GDP. Following estimated real GDP growth of 3.3% in 2011, our current forecast is for 3.5% growth in 2012. The outlook for household consumption has also picked up in recent months, and we are now forecasting this to grow by 8.0% in 2012 as household spending is supported by recent government wage hikes, which have seen some public sector employees' salaries (particularly in the judiciary, health and education sectors) double. Monetary policy conditions will remain highly accommodative in 2012, as there is minimal likelihood of the US Federal Reserve hiking interest rates any time soon.That said, with new credit growth expected to remain in the low single digits, we believe a cautious stance is still warranted. Growth in the private non-hydrocarbon sector will be constrained by still-weak credit conditions. Moreover, our outlook on private consumption is tempered by recent reports which have indicated that UAE firms were among the most likely in the Gulf Cooperation Council to cut staff in 2012.

Brett Hearn, who runs Champion Racing Oil in his Super DIRTcar Big-Block, finished 2nd Friday night in Malta, NY. Hearn has 818 career racing wins including 72 Track and Series Championships. Follow Brett and Champion on-line at www.bretthearn.com/results.htm

“It is extremely important for Champion to identify a partner that shares the same goals and has the ability to provide our customers with first class service, support and distribution,” said Karl Dedolph, Director of Champion Performance Products. “AutopartsWarehouse.com clearly fits the print and digital criteria we identified to promote our “Blue Flame" line and effectively will move our business forward in this key strategic market of diesel performance.”

Champion Racing Oil is now available at Motorsports Unlimited Performance Parts Distributors (MUPPD). Champion racing customers at race tracks will now have more convenient access to performance motor oils, lubricants, chemicals, and technical service.

With EzCheckPrinting check writer from halfpricesoft.com, users never need to order the expensive pre-printed checks. From saving time and money, to increasing security and convenience, ezCheckprinting offers thousands of users numerous advantages. And the new edition can now supports draft check feature.

Muzart and its founder, Pat Melfi, have signed a deal with Musik and Film and President, Stephen Wrench, to exclusively represent the Platinum Library of music in a series of compilations. The Alliance Between Muzart And Musik And Film Will Enable The Platinum Library Of Legendary Music To Be Heard World Wide In Support Of Music Education As It Will Fund Music And Art Legacy In Public School Programs.