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In 2013, one in every 10 cigarettes lit up in the world was illicit, valued collectively at almost US$40 billion, with an equivalent tax loss to global governments. It is a phenomenon that impacts tobacco manufacturers, governments and the tobacco control community and which requires a coordinated international legal and technological response. This briefing outlines the nature of illicit trade and assesses whether a common approach is possible.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the windows and doors market in Belgium. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the windows and doors market and its categories (wooden windows & doors, plastic windows & doors, iron & steel windows & doors and aluminum windows & doors), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Windows and Doors in Belgium to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the windows and doors industry in Belgium. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Belgian construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

Men's jeans showed no significant change compared to previous years. Women's jeans, on the other hand, showed rapid change. The popularity of women's leggings absorbed considerable share from jeans. Women's leggings recorded the fastest current value growth in womenswear in 2013 at 20%. The rapid growth of leggings was a trend for several years of the review period, but was able to keep up the high growth due to continuing popularity. One of the many merits leggings has over jeans is that there are no size issues when purchasing. Most leggings come in one size and thus the purchase decision can be made easily through the internet without trying the item on. The low unit price of leggings also leads to compulsive purchases. Lastly, leggings comes in many designs as long trousers, medium length, or those with a skirt. Consumers can choose which type fits most and own several colours for each season; black, charcoal, light grey, or dark blue.

Colour Cosmetics in China 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 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.

We have a bullish medium term outlook for the Thai consumer electronics market, however in the short-term p olitical instability and baht depreciation will continue to be a drag on spending growth . As the economy strengthens from 2015 we expect the fastest growth will be in demand for smart devices, such as tablets, smartphones, smart-TVs and the emerging hybrid/convertible notebook category. Demand will be boosted by price competition between vendors, with a number of global vendors targeting the market for growth, as well as operator investment in data network expansion and digital TV migration. Over the medium term our outlook for consumer electronics spending is positive as incomes rise, and the declining price of devices in key product categories will ensure the market continues to grow.

Colour Cosmetics in Mexico 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 Mexico is given in MXN with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Mexico. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

One of major factors influence the performance of pet products in Belgium during 2013 was the withdrawal from over-the-counter and retail sale of all pet healthcare products containing chemical anti-parasitic agents without a prescription. This was the result of the Belgian government?s new interpretation of existing EU regulations regarding flea/tick treatments and worm treatments. Following this new interpretation, products containing chemical anti-parasitic agents are now available only under prescription through veterinary clinics and the only pet healthcare products which can be sold over-the-counter or in retail shelves are those which do not contain chemical anti-parasitic agents.

NRT smoking cessation aids in 2013 suffered from increasing competition from alternative solutions such as e-cigarettes. Italian smokers are being increasingly drawn to e-cigarettes, which are still a relatively recent innovation in the country. There are different opinions in Italy on the potential effects of smoking of e-cigarettes but increasing numbers of consumers have been purchasing them as an alternative to tobacco. Currently, industry sources suggest that around two million Italians have tried e-cigarettes, with 500,000 using them regularly.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the aggregates market in Philippines. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the aggregates market and its categories (construction sands, gravel & pebbles, crushed stone, chippings, waste-based aggregates and pre-coated aggregates), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Aggregates in Philippines to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the aggregates industry in Philippines. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Philippine construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

Toys & Games in Germany by Mintel Market Sizes provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers electronic and all traditional toys and games. Market size is based on sales through all retail outlets including direct to consumer. Market size for Toys & Games 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.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the roofing products market in Latvia. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the roofing products market and its categories (clay roofing products, slate tiles and bitumen roofing felts), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Roofing Products in Latvia to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the roofing products industry in Latvia. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Latvian construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the aggregates market in Bahrain. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the aggregates market and its categories (construction sands, gravel & pebbles, crushed stone, chippings, waste-based aggregates and pre-coated aggregates), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Aggregates in Bahrain to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the aggregates industry in Bahrain. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Bahraini construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

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Coffee Shops in Japan by Mintel Market Sizes 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 Japan is given in JPY 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 Japan. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

The Future of the Syrups & Spreads Market in China to 2018 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research. The report presents detailed analysis on the Syrups & Spreads consumption trends in China, historic and forecast Syrups & Spreads 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 Syrups & Spreads sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.

Value sales of away-from-home tissue and hygiene products grew by 5% in current terms in 2013 to reach S$103 million. This growth was similar to the rate recorded in 2012. This continuous and strong growth is due to the opening of large-scale shopping centres, such as Jem, Westgate, AM100 and Bedok Mall, and also office buildings. Jem is known as the third-largest shopping centre on the island, and its opening added over 200 shops and restaurants. Many new hotels, from budget to 5-star establishments, also opened, and these include the Westin Singapore, Carlton City Hotel, Dorsett Singapore, Holiday Inn Express and The POD.

Despite continued opposition from environmentalist groups and the indigenous population, we maintain a broadly bullish outlook on Peru's hydrocarbons sector. Given the country's comparatively favourable business environment, attractive fiscal and licensing terms and a broadly supportive government, we forecast an uptick in exploration activity feeding growing oil and gas production over our forecast period. In particular, we see significant upside potential stem from proposed revisions to the country's hydrocarbons law, which could remove major bureaucratic obstacles to exploration and accelerate development of the country's sizeable resource base.

Hungarian passenger car sales in June 2014 increased 25% (y-o-y) to 6,243 units. H114 sales figures came in at 32,992 units, a 21.4% y-o-y increase on H113. Consumers in Hungary are benefiting from real wages rising, lowering of interest rates and a decline in unemployment which has led to an increase in passenger car sales. This could prove short-term however, due to Hungary's relative economic instability even after recovery. The government has embarked on an expansionary fiscal policy in spite of the risks this poses to long-term stability, which may have a detrimental impact on sales figures in 2015 ( see ' Government Spending Unable To Prevent Slowdown' Aug ust 20).

Straumann Holding AG (Straumann) is a medical devices company that caters to implant, restorative and regenerative dentistry. It focuses on research, development, and manufacture of dental implants, instruments, oral tissue regeneration, and prosthetics products in collaboration with leading clinics, research institutions, and universities. The company categorizes its solutions under three groups, namely, replacement solutions; digital solutions; and regenerative solutions. Straumann's product portfolio includes dental implants, active surfaces, groundbreaking materials, prosthetic components, digital solutions such as intra-oral scanning, and CADCAM, bone substitutes, and regenerative membranes. The company's products find applications in tooth replacement and restoration solutions or prevention of tooth loss. Further, it also offers a wide range of customized services that include practice building tools, business building initiatives, customer hotline. The company markets and sells its solutions and services directly to dental professionals through its subsidiaries and distribution partners in Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and other regions throughout the world. Straumann is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland.

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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.

In 2013, the majority of Belarusian consumers continued to be cautious with their spending due to low disposable incomes, which have not reached the pre-crises level. Many Belarusian consumers choose products with lower price points rather than higher quality. Consumers are trading down to purchase cheaper products or brands, reflecting their search for better value for money. Domestic manufacturers of still grape wines keep benefiting from this trend and their share increased at the expense of imported still light grape wine. The trend for better value for money also manifested itself in the increasing share of still grape wines in economical packaging, such as brick liquid cartons or gable-top liquid cartons.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Shanghai Fudan-Zhangjiang Bio-Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. - Product Pipeline Review - 2014', provides an overview of the Shanghai Fudan-Zhangjiang Bio-Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.'s pharmaceutical research and development focus.

Travel & Tourism in Brazil by Mintel Market Sizes 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 Brazil 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 Brazil. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Actual cider has traditionally only been a niche category in Austria compared with the domestically produced traditional Most-type cider. However, since importer Brandzup VertriebsgmbH brought Carlsberg A/Ss international Somersby cider brand to Austria in late 2012, this has changed, and cider/perry overall has turned into a promising growth category.