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The decline in the price of naphtha is posing a major challenge to the competitiveness of Saudi-based petrochemicals production, which is overwhelmingly based on ethane, according to BMI's latest Saudi Arabia Petrochemicals Report.

The BRIC Gas Utilities industry guide provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value 2010-14, and forecast to 2019). The guide also contains descriptions of the leading companies including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market.

The G8 Steel industry guide provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value 2009-13, and forecast to 2018). The guide also contains descriptions of the leading companies including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market.

Consumer electronics exhibited yet another year of strong volume growth in 2013 and 2014. Despite the economic volatility, consumer electronics managed to display a robust growth aided by the rising disposable income amongst consumers. The higher purchasing power prompted consumers to be more willing to upgrade to better-quality consumer electronics including smartphones, DSLR cameras, LCD TVs and more. The frequent promotions rolled out by manufacturers or retailers also enticed more value...

Hong Kong, China is one of the Asian cities that has the highest penetration rate of smartphones with 87%, according to government figures. Consumers are highly tech savvy and smartphone addicted, and many of them like using mobile devices such as tablet computers or smartphones when they commute on trains and buses. Digitally multitasking and craving to stay connected in social media draw many Hong Kongers into keeping a close eye distance from electronic screens. Consequently, this is leading to a growing trend of people with core eyesight symptoms, especially in teens and young adults. Demand for spectacles increased over the review period.

Smart Grid Analytics Market by Solution (AMI Analytics, Demand Response Analytics, Asset Management, Grid Optimization, Energy Data Forecasting/Load Forecasting and Visualization Tools) - Worldwide Forecast and Analysis 2014 - 2019

Mixed retailers consisted only of department stores and variety stores in the Czech Republic, while two remaining channels, mass merchandisers and warehouse clubs were not present in the Czech Republic at the end of the review period. As Czech retailing is relatively saturated and mass merchandisers and warehouse clubs do not have a tradition in the country, these two channels are not expected to enter mixed retailers over the forecast period.

An exoskeleton system is a man-machine system that combines human intelligence and machine power, thereby enabling individuals to gain super strength to walk or move. It is widely used across the Healthcare sector for rehabilitation. In rehabilitation centers, an exoskeleton system helps in tendon therapy and exercise. Individuals suffering from hip or knee conditions can use exoskeleton system to prevent common accidents such as slipping or to walk again. These systems are also used across the Military and Industrial sectors.

Sugar & Gum Confectionery in Brazil by Mintel Market Sizes provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers packaged chewing and bubble gum, fruit and other flavoured, mints, hard, functional and other sugar confectionery. Market size comprises sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. Market size for Sugar & Gum Confectionery in Brazil is given in BRL and tonne with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Brazil. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Cultural characteristics of Brazilians continue to play a strong role in promoting continued strong growth in personal care appliances. Chief among them is the obsession of Brazilian women for certain hair styles. Indeed, the strong trend for straight hair, influenced by famous actresses and models, ensured the steady growth of the category, boosted by sales of hair stylers and hair dryers. Due to higher employment rates, women were able to test new products, even from simple curiosity, to enhance their beauty.

Optical Transport Network Market by Technology (WDM, DWDM), by Components (Optical Switch, Optical Packet Platform), by Services (Network Design, Network Support), by End User, by Regions - Worldwide Market Forecast and Analysis (2014 - 2019)

'Taiwan: Higher Mobile Interconnection Charges and Falling Voice Tariffs Will Offset Increasing Data Services Revenue' a new Country Intelligence Report by Pyramid Research, offers a precise, incisive profile of Taiwan's mobile and fixed telecommunications and mobile markets based on comprehensive proprietary data and insights from our research in the Taiwan market. Published annually, this presentation-quality, executive-level report provides detailed analysis of the near-term opportunities, competitive dynamics and evolution of demand by service type and technology/platform across the fixed telephony, broadband and mobile sectors, as well as a review of key regulatory trends.

The Future of the Suncare Market in Australia to 2018 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research. The report presents detailed analysis on the Suncare consumption trends in Australia, historic and forecast Suncare consumption volumes and values at market and category level, brand share and distribution channel data. 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.

The Future of the Hot Drinks Market in Slovakia to 2018 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research. The report presents detailed analysis on the Hot Drinks consumption trends in Slovakia, historic and forecast Hot Drinks consumption volumes and values at market and category level, brand share and distribution channel data. 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 Hot Drinks sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.

We have revised down our expectations for Iran's insurance sector over the course of 2015 and the forecast period. The is largely due to a weaker than expected economy, with continued international sanctions suppressing growth. Nonetheless, the sector should achieve strong single-digit growth in 2015.

Performance within ice cream in 2014 is expected to be better than during the review period. Weather is an important factor influencing overall annual consumption of ice cream. During 2013, the summer was colder than average. However, in 2014 weather conditions are expected to improve during summer months, thus driving consumption of ice cream.

The Future of the Hot Drinks Market in Austria to 2018 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research. The report presents detailed analysis on the Hot Drinks consumption trends in Austria, historic and forecast Hot Drinks consumption volumes and values at market and category level, brand share and distribution channel data. 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 Hot Drinks sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.

The report contains a detailed description of the power generation company's business operations, history, corporate strategy, and business structure. This report contains a detailed SWOT analysis, information on key employees (executives), and major products and services.

Colour Cosmetics in Turkey by Mintel Market Sizes provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers eye, face, lip and nail colour cosmetics for women. It excludes nail varnish remover, medicated products including lip salves and cosmetics hardware such as false eye lashes and nails. Market value is based on sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer and selective outlets. Market size for Colour Cosmetics in Turkey is given in TRY with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Turkey. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Despite disappointing levels of economic growth over 2014, Singapore's disposable incomes have continued to rise, unemployed has remained low and the tourism sector remains robust. As a result of this, we forecast further growth in the retail sector over the coming five years and expect to see areas such as health, education and recreation and culture to receive the largest amounts of household spending. The city state's high cost of living will mean that the highest proportion of the household budget is channelled to housing and utility expenses. Singapore's retail market may face certain headwinds during 2015 owing to the government's ongoing economic restructuring as well as the slowdown in the Chinese economy.

The effects of the ongoing economic crisis in Spain are boosting the use of debit cards at the expense of credit cards. Consumers are very keen to gain control over their expenses and this certainly favours the use of debit cards. Spain's dramatic economic downturn has drastically reduced the purchasing power of the majority of Spanish consumers, many of whom are now frightened of spending beyond their means, with many having already suffered after overextending their spending through the use...

Business Rockstars, the largest content platform for entrepreneurs across mobile, social and broadcast announced the signing of its 100th network radio affiliate. KTLR in Oklahoma City, added Business Rockstars into their afternoon radio line-up.

Retail value and volume sales of luxury goods continued to experience positive development in Germany in 2014. All categories, from best-performing (albeit small) luxury electronic gadgets to less-performing (yet significantly growing) super premium beauty and personal care products were able to contribute to this growth. Favourable economic growth combined with the increased inflow of tourists from China or Russia. In the context of the review period as a whole, because of even higher growth...

IT is an integrated platform that includes hardware, software, and services that help organizations store, process, transmit, and retrieve information. The IT department of an organization is responsible for all IT-related services, software, and solutions that integrate and streamline various processes to facilitate the smooth functioning of the organization. This helps organizations align business processes with various technologies and improve overall efficiency. IT also helps organizations align their business processes with various technologies.

The Future of the Hot Drinks Market in Israel to 2018 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research. The report presents detailed analysis on the Hot Drinks consumption trends in Israel, historic and forecast Hot Drinks consumption volumes and values at market and category level, brand share and distribution channel data. 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 Hot Drinks sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.