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AvidBiotics Corp. - Product Pipeline Review - 2014

Electrical Retailing in Turkey by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers independent and chain electrical, electronics (including photographic & software) and telecommunication retailers. It excludes electrical and telecommunications goods and services sales through other types of retailers. Market volume is number of stores; market value is at total sales through electrical retailers, including sales tax, via stores and directly. Market size for Electrical Retailing in Turkey is given in TRY 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 Turkey. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Household Cleaners in Vietnam by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers hard surface cleaners, bleaches/disinfectants, washroom, kitchen and other cleaners and polishes. Market size comprises sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. Market size for Household Cleaners in Vietnam is given in VND with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Vietnam. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Coffee Shops in Malaysia 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 Malaysia is given in MYR 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 Malaysia. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Processed Fish in Russia by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This report covers packaged processed fish, seafood and seaweed and products with a predominantly fish content. Market size comprises sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. Market size for Processed Fish in Russia is given in RUB 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 Russia. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Games Software in Germany by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers games software for home consoles, handheld consoles, PCs and mobile equipment. Market size is based on boxed retail sales and unboxed (downloadable) sales from online stores. Market size for Games Software in Germany is given in EUR with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Germany. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Spirits remained the worst performing category in the alcoholic drinks market in 2013. In a context of declining purchasing power, consumers slashed the consumption of non-first necessity goods, which affected alcoholic drinks in general, and spirits the most. Beer is sought after for its refreshing properties in hot summers. Wine is a centuries-old staple in Portuguese households. Despite the country's ancient aguardente tradition, spirits are seen as less essential than beer and wine.

Skin care reached sales of GBP2.1 billion in 2013, following a 2% increase from 2012. With the economic climate showing some progress, consumer confidence started improving. While prices of skin care have experienced a small rise, volume sales remained relatively flat. While consumers spent a little more on their skin care products, they tended to use every last drop.

Dog and cat food packaging saw sales decline by 1% in unit volume terms, decreasing to 2.1 billion units in 2012. The shrinking population continued at the end of the review period, and the overall buying power of consumers also fell. Furthermore, a slow economy continued in 2012, and is forecast to remain uncertain, slowing overall consumption among consumers. Furthermore, economic uncertainty is limiting the number of consumers who decides to purchase new dogs and cats as pets. However, over the years dogs and cats have become more than just pets, increasingly being perceived as important members of the family for many owners. Consequently consumers are resistant in cutting down expenditure on dog and cat food products. With the health and wellness trend consumers have become increasingly conscious of the foods they provide to their dogs and cats, developing a stronger interest in more premium dog and cat food ranges.

"The Future of the Tobacco and Tobacco Products Packaging Market in France 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 Tobacco and Tobacco Products 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

Drais Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Product Pipeline Review - 2014

"The Packaging of Retail Beer and Cider in Germany, 2008 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 Beer and Cider 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

Disposable Nappies in China by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers regular baby and pull up/training baby and toddler diapers. Market size comprises sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. Market size for Disposable Nappies in China is given in CNY with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for China. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Snack Food in China by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers packaged snacks comprising crisps, snack nuts and other snacks. Market size comprises sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. Market size for Snack Food in China is given in CNY 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 China. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Understanding Consumer Trends and Drivers of Behavior in the Russian Prepared Meals Market provides an overview of the market, analyzing market data, demographic consumption patterns within the category, and the key consumer trends driving consumption. The report highlights innovative new product development that effectively targets the most pertinent consumer need states, and offers strategic recommendations to capitalize on evolving consumer landscapes.

Air Fresheners in Japan by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers aerosols, slow release, plug in, fragrance kits and other household air fresheners, scented candles and car air fresheners. It excludes pot pourri, non-scented candles and scented oils for other uses. Market size comprises sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. Market size for Air Fresheners in Japan is given in JPY with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Japan. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Electrical Retailing in Brazil by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers independent and chain electrical, electronics (including photographic & software) and telecommunication retailers. It excludes electrical and telecommunications goods and services sales through other types of retailers. Market volume is number of stores; market value is at total sales through electrical retailers, including sales tax, via stores and directly. Market size for Electrical Retailing in Brazil is given in BRL 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 Brazil. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

The cooperation between Microsoft and Nokia can be dated back to 2011. So far the cooperation has failed to give Microsoft's smartphone business the much needed shot in the arm, and the gap between Windows Phone and Android remains insurmountable. With Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announcing massive layoffs of Nokia-related staff, the four-year partnership is coming to an end, so are the Nokia X series and Nokia's feature phone business. This report profiles the element of motivation behind the layoffs and examines its impact on the smartphone industry.

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...

This report provides a detailed analysis of the current industry size and growth expectations during 2014-19, including highlights of the key growth stimulators. It also benchmarks the industry against key global markets and provides detailed understanding of emerging opportunities in specific areas.

Basic mass products within categories, such as men's shaving (pre-shave, post-shave and razors and blades), deodorants and hair care (shampoo and styling products in a lesser extent) continue dominating men's grooming. Despite this, changes in the cultural aspects of men's personal care were experienced in previous years thanks to a growing awareness of appearance and an overcoming of old-fashioned prejudices. Nonetheless, sales of men's skin care as well as premium products given the strong...

Hair care in Canada is a highly developed and saturated environment, with a wide range of products and brands available in all price segments. While new product development adds dynamism to hair care, it does not ensure long-term growth due to me-too product launches and quick saturation. In the conditions of slow population growth and ageing tendencies (hence, hair care issues associated with ageing such as balding and thinner hair), growth remains modest. Further adding to manufacturers' troubles is consumers' perception of hair care as a staple, especially in products like shampoo.

Depilatories is a very small category in Serbia and faces very little change. The major impact that shapes the category is the lack of tradition of using these products. While sales are mostly stable, there is no sign of higher growth. The current low base of EUR0.3 per capita gives manufacturers or distributors no reason to celebrate.

Despite continued low investment yields and moderate economic growth in Europe and the US, Bermuda's insurance industry continued to thrive in 2013. Gross written premium increased at a rate of 7.4% from 2009 to 2013. The growth was primarily driven by low losses from catastrophes and proper reserve development in 2012. As a result, leading industry participants recorded a significant improvement in combined ratio, depicting strong underwriting performance which in turn supported their risk-adjusted capitalization.

Opsona Therapeutics Ltd. - Product Pipeline Review - 2014