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An investor who holds shares of Provectus Pharmaceuticals Inc (NYSEMKT:PVCT) filed a lawsuit against certain directors of Provectus Pharmaceuticals over alleged breaches of fiduciary duties.

Inc. today selected Shoptech Software as one of the fastest growing 5,000 companies in the United States. This is the eighth consecutive year that Shoptech has won the prestigious Inc 5000 award.

Ed4Online has formed a partnership with Core Performance Concepts, Inc., a company that helps businesses and organizations improve the efficiency of their operations for maximized profitability.

Nicole McGowan Smith has been appointed to fill the new role of Director of Community Relations at Legacy Village of Jacksonville.

As part of their on-going strategy for growth in the South Florida recreational marine market, Nautical Ventures Group has purchased two land parcels adjacent to its Nautical Ventures Marine Superstore (NVMS) location. The two parcels, known as 70 / 90 South Bryan Road respectively, comprise 1.6 acres of waterfront property and carried a sales price of $1,325,000.

Annual Dairy Market Insights: Germany report published by Canadean, is an essential tool for keeping up-to-date with the latest industry developments in the German dairy market, providing detailed analysis, factors influencing demand and challenges faced by the industry

Snack Bars in France by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers packaged snack bars which can be eaten without accompaniment (e.g. milk) anywhere (such as on street) usually between meals. Market size comprises sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. Market size for Snack Bars in France is given in EUR 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 France. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Advertising in Russia by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers all TV, radio, printed media and other above the line and below the line promotion of products and ideas directly and indirectly to commerce and consumers. Market size is gross expenditure as billed by advertising and/or media, direct marketing agencies. Market size for Advertising in Russia is given in RUB with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Russia. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Coffee Shops in Netherlands by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This report covers multiple and independent coffee shops. Market value is based on expenditure including sales tax in these outlets; market volume is based on numbers of outlets. Market size for Coffee Shops in Netherlands is given in EUR and outlet with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Netherlands. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Medesis Pharma S.A. - Product Pipeline Review - 2014', provides an overview of the Medesis Pharma S.A.'s pharmaceutical research and development focus.

Travel & Tourism in Australia by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers domestic and international inbound tourism. Market volume is based on numbers of visitors on leisure and/or business trips which include at least one overnight stay in paid accommodation. Market size for Travel & Tourism in Australia is given in tourist with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Australia. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Department stores in UK by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers department stores. Market volume is number of stores; market value is at total sales including sales tax and any concession income. Market size for Department stores in UK is given in GBP and store with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for UK. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

"The Future of the Paints and Stains Packaging Market in Japan to 2018", published by Canadean, is a data-only report providing extensive and highly detailed time series consumption data on primary and outer packaging in the retail market. The report provides in-depth quantitative data on retail Paints and Stains packaging, covering key segmentations such as pack material and type, closure material and type, outer, and multi-pack information. Data sets are provided for 2008, 2013, and 2018, with 2013 being actuals

Open-loop pre-paid cards are being used to replace a wide range of traditional electronic and paper transfer channels in both developed and emerging markets. Total payment value on open-loop cards is projected to double over the next five years to nearly reach US$500 billion by 2018 with the US the single largest market. Government benefit cards and network branded gift cards were the functions fastest growing card types by share of total cards in circulation from 2005 to 2013.

Retail value sales of calming and sleeping in Japan declined by 4% in current terms in 2013. The market expanded rapidly after the introduction of Drewell by SSP Co Ltd in 2003. Following the success of Drewell and the growth of the market, various products were launched. Sales, however, declined from 2010 and some brands were discontinued by 2013. One of the reasons for the recent decline is the negative image of calming and sleeping products. Taking medications regularly to calm down and fall asleep is still considered unhealthy and socially unacceptable by the majority of Japanese people. In addition, many Japanese consumers fear that they may become dependent on medication to gain enough sleep. Many consumers thus limit their use of calming and sleeping pills to temporary situations, for example when they cannot sleep due to extreme nervousness or when they are suffering from jet lag. Rather than medication, most consumers prefer other options.

"The Future of the Pet Care Packaging Market in Czech Republic to 2018", published by Canadean, is a data-only report providing extensive and highly detailed time series consumption data on primary and outer packaging in the retail market. The report provides in-depth quantitative data on retail Pet Care packaging, covering key segmentations such as pack material and type, closure material and type and outer information. Data sets are provided for 2008, 2013, and 2018, with 2013 being actuals

Sports Drinks in Spain by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers liquid and powdered sports drinks. Sports drinks are designed to replace energy and minerals lost during exercise. Market size comprises sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer including vending machines. Market value is calculated at prices in retailers. Market size for Sports Drinks in Spain is given in EUR and litre with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Spain. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Adult mouth care enjoyed a healthy performance in current value terms in 2013. Consumers became increasingly aware of such products thanks to constant advertising. This therefore helped to increase consumers' awareness, and they moved towards better hygiene and mouth care. In addition, rising disposable incomes in Saudi Arabia led consumers to show a greater willingness to move to self-medication. As a result, adult mouth care recorded healthy current value growth in 2013.

Retail value sales of dermatologicals in Japan increased by 1% in current terms in 2013. Hair loss treatments remained the largest category in terms of retail value sales. The category's steady growth turned negative in 2012 due to the negative growth of RiUP by Taisho Pharmaceutical Co Ltd, the largest brand in hair loss treatments compared to the significant sales increase of the brand in 2011. The remarkable performance was because of research findings by the Japanese Dermatological Association that certified the effectiveness of the key active ingredient in RiUP. Therefore, compared to 2012, sales of hair loss treatments recovered in 2013. While men's hair loss treatments accounted for the majority of the total sales, women's hair loss treatments expanded its value share in 2013 with several new products launches. In addition to women in middle-age and above, an increasing number of young women in their 30s are using hair loss treatment products for prevention purposes.

Serbian men's grooming is shaped by several conflicting trends. On the one hand, we have the economic situation which is not giving any cause for celebration. Consumer optimism is slowly recovering as there are some signs of recovery and growth, but for a category such as men's grooming in which the audience is very crude, this will have very little effect.

"Consumer Attitudes and Online Retail Development in South Korea, 2013-2018" is the result of Conlumino's extensive market research covering the online retail industry in South Korea. It provides the magnitude, growth, share, and dynamics of the online retail market in South Korea. It is an essential tool for companies active across South Korea's online retail value chain and for new companies considering entry into online the retail market in South Korea. It provides data for historic and forecast online retail sales, and also includes the business environment and country risk related to South Korea's online retail environment. In addition, it analyses the key consumer trends influencing the South Korean online retail industry.

CNG and LPG Vehicle Market by Vehicle Type (Passenger Cars & Light Commercial Vehicles), Fuel Type (CNG & LPG), and Geography (Asia-Pacific, Europe, Americas & ROW) - Industry Trends & Forecasts to 2019

Sports nutrition in Japan increased by 3% in current retail value terms in 2013, driven mainly by growth in protein products. While sports nutrition products in Japan are mainly marketed for athletes and men who regularly work out, products marketed for other segment groups are available. In particular, with the increasing number of young female runners, major manufacturers are trying to attract these consumers by offering products in addition to their regular ones. One trend is the increasing availability of soy protein products. The most common protein product in Japan is made of whey protein, which is said to stimulate male hormones. The second most common is soy protein, which is said to be more suitable for women than whey protein. Meiji Co Ltd offers Savas Shape & Beauty under its top protein products brand Savas. This soy powder protein product in a pink package also contains collagen, which is effective for maintaining young-looking skin, to appeal to female consumers. Another trend is soy protein products marketed for dieting as soy protein is said to be effective at burning body fat. Meiji Co Ltd launched Savas Soy Protein 100 to attract both male and female consumers who want to keep their bodies in good shape rather than building muscles.

Consumers do usually look to save money on baby and child-specific products. Child care is very important and this category continues to grow year on year. Traditionally women are the main consumers, but there have been developments as more men were involved in this category in 2013. They are usually young fathers who are taking a more active role in parenting. To a certain degree we can see even traditional roles of parenting being switched as some men are unemployed and their partners are the main sources of income.