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OTC Medications in UK by Mintel Market Sizes provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers analgesics, cough/cold/flu, gastro-intestinal, dermatological remedies and vitamins and minerals. It excludes products which require prescriptions but includes pharmacy approved. Market size comprises sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. Market size for OTC Medications in UK is given in GBP 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.

In 2013, hosiery sales became increasingly polarised. On the one hand, economy products and private label were increasingly successful as a result of the economic crisis and constraints in purchasing power. Indeed, some Dutch consumers sought the cheapest options, a trend which was encouraged by the widening range of lower-priced imports on offer. On the other hand, innovative and high-tech products became increasingly popular, resulting in relatively flat sales growth.

Leggings showed the fastest growth among womenswear in 2013. The rapid growth of women's leggings was a trend for several years over the review period, but was able to keep up the high growth due to continuing popularity. Leggings is popular especially in females aged 10 to 30 with many merits. One of the many merits leggings have over women's shorts and trousers is that there is no size issue when purchasing. Most leggings come in one size and thus the purchasing decision can be made easily through the internet. The low unit price of leggings is also leading to compulsive purchases. Lastly, leggings comes in diverse forms and materials; thus seasonality does not apply to women's leggings. The item can be worn during all four seasons and come in many designs as long trousers, medium length trousers, or combined with a skirt. Consumers can choose which type fits most and own several colours for each season; black, charcoal, light grey, or dark blue.

HTG Molecular Diagnostics, Inc. (HTG) is a technology service provider. The company provides molecular-technology solutions. It provides services to biomarker discovery and companion diagnostic developers. The company's HTG Molecular Diagnostics EDGE system offers extraction-free gene expression results from FFPE tissue samples. HTG develops assays and reagent systems that provide quantitative gene expression analysis in formalin-fixed paraffin embedded tissue. The company provides extraction-free gene expression profiles that can measure miRNA and mRNA from source material for diagnostic applications. It also provides endogenous control array, custom array development, qSelect miRNA gene list, qSelect mRNA gene list, qDiscovery miRNA Version 16, clinical trial support, and ingenuity IPA data analysis services to pharmaceutical clients. HTG is headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, the US.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the aggregates market in Croatia. 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 Croatia to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the aggregates industry in Croatia. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Croat construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

The reduction of total volume in 2013 was largely the consequence of the low purchasing power which followed the economic downturn during mainly 2010-2011, when austerity measures were also applied to public employees. However, the loss of purchasing power was compensated for by the lifestyle changes during the booming period 2006-2008, when consumers became more aware of the health benefits of juice. As a consequence, the perception of juice as natural remained active in consumers' minds, which led to a low decline rate in 2013 although unit prices remained high.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Functional (Non Ulcer) Dyspepsia - Pipeline Review, H2 2014', provides an overview of the Functional (Non Ulcer) Dyspepsia's therapeutic pipeline.

Increased marketing activities by producers and importers helped to drive the positive performance of fragrances in 2013. Producers and importers benefited from the rise in consumers' disposable incomes, increasing sales due to advertising and wider distribution. More consumers were able to afford products in the category, whilst established users traded up to higher-quality brands. Furthermore, as a result of increasingly urban lifestyles, most consumers were becoming more sophisticated in terms of their personal image, and gave priority to their public perception. These factors led to a rise in the number of consumers using fragrances in 2013, thereby resulting in the growth of the category.

The Emerging 5 Wine industry guide provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market share, market size (value and volume 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.

Sales of footwear recorded a somewhat better performance than sales of apparel in 2013, advancing by 2% in volume and 8% in value terms. The steeper increase in value terms is the result of the shift of consumer preference from budget category footwear to mid-priced or expensive footwear. Romanians in general are less price-sensitive when buying shoes in comparison with their purchase of apparel. The comfort of shoes and the quality of the material are very important criteria impacting consumer purchases.

The tobacco market (particularly cigarettes, which accounts for most volume sales) saw a weaker increase in 2013 than it did in 2012, as it recovered from the fuel price crisis of 2012, when pack prices increased for the first time in five years. Nevertheless, the volume growth in 2013 was actually slightly weaker than the growth over the review period, as demand for cigarettes has largely stabilised. The steady increase in demand was due to a decrease in illicit trade and a mild increase in...

Portugal experienced the effects of several years of erratic performance, characterised by deregulated application of public funds. Intervention by the International Monetary Fund forced the application of a severe austerity measures programme, which although almost at its end, is still severely impacting consumers' overall purchasing power. Financial difficulties also brought about other social problems, such as unemployment. All these factors forced a strong decline in consumption, which...

Beer has been greatly affected by the implementation of the revised excise tax, registering a 12% decline in total volume sales in 2013. Middle-class beer drinkers have reduced their consumption. As the excise tax significantly increased beer prices, middle-class consumers felt that their usual level of consumption was no longer compatible with their budget. Heavy consumers of beer have decreased their drinking frequency while light consumers of beer may have stopped drinking beer altogether.

Poland is one of the largest telecoms markets in Central and Eastern Europe, with vibrant competition across all market segments. This has benefited consumers through service innovation and lower prices, but operators' aggressive marketing strategies have increased the downward pressure on average revenues per user, which continue to trend downwards and result in narrowing margins . In light of this recent experience operators are targeting growth of high value high - speed fixed broadband subscription growth, as well as mobile broadband growth via dedicated subscriptions and smartphones. These opportunities should allow operators to develop data revenues and help offset declines in traditional services revenues such as voice and SMS.

Like many aspects of its defence posture, China keeps its annual defence budget secret, nevertheless, it is possible to make an accurate estimate regarding what the country spends annually on defence. To this end, we expect China's defence budget to reach USD132bn in 2014. By 2018, we expect China's defence budget to reach USD187bn.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Heart Attack - Pipeline Review, H2 2014', provides an overview of the Heart Attack's therapeutic pipeline.

Fast Food & Takeaways in Chile by Mintel Market Sizes provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This report covers fast food and takeaway restaurants which have a restricted or set menu, limited seating and offer take-aways which account for a significant proportion of turnover. Market value is based on expenditure including sales tax in these outlets; market volume is based on numbers of outlets. Market size for Fast Food & Takeaways in Chile is given in CLP 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 Chile. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the aggregates market in Canada. 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 Canada to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the aggregates industry in Canada. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Canadian construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

The Argentine economy is reeling following the January 2014 currency devaluation. Economic growth has slowed markedly, prompting us to revise down our real GDP forecasts, as soaring inflation discourages investment and erodes purchasing power. Furthermore, the slowdown in economic activity has prompted a widening of the fiscal deficit, in line with our expectations, as government spending accelerates, and weak growth weighs on revenues. Moreover, we see further weakness for the Argentine peso, as the authorities allow for a gradual depreciation of the currency to address a widening spread between the black market and official exchange rates.

Before Slovenians even had the opportunity to get more widely familiarised with dark beer, whose offer was very limited and only started to expand during the review period, the country was already under the influence of the global trend of the expanding number of microbreweries. There are also a few beer specialist stores that opened their doors during the review period. The owners of these stores, which are also importers of many foreign brands, have a strong interest to introduce the...

Women are traditionally known for having a predisposition to acquire large quantities of apparel, whether in quantity or in value terms, and this fact remains true. The number of items of womenswear acquired in Portugal is still considerably higher when compared with menswear.

Eritrea has long been a hidden gem for travellers looking for a rich natural heritage and spectacular nature experiences. The country's magnificent archaeological and geographical features would be the envy of any country trying to attract visitors. Pristine beaches and natural wildlife areas combined with archaeological, historical and religious sites makes it ideal for adventurous visitors seeking experiences off the beaten track. Although the country has started to be noticed - partly as a...

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the aggregates market in Portugal. 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 Portugal to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the aggregates industry in Portugal. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Portuguese construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

We expect to see strong growth in the mining sector of the Middle East and North Africa over the coming years. With low base effects, governmental will to increase non-oil revenues and significant resources it appears the region is set for strong growth. We highlight Turkey and Northern Iraq as key areas for growth. That said, the region will remain peripheral in the global mining sector as it continues to underperform due to political instability in much of the region.

The Cider Market Insight Switzerland report contains detailed brand, distribution and packaging data and analysis across the Switzerland beer market for 2013. Brand and packaging volume data is available whilst value data is also available for distribution data. Text analysis reveals the drivers behind the data.