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Many of Spain's leading alcoholic drinks manufacturers are now focusing on RTDs as increasing numbers of Spanish consumers are moving towards easy-to-drink beverages which require little or no preparation and which do need supplementary ingredients to be purchased. Nevertheless, this trend applies mainly to off-trade sales, while sales through the on-trade channel are characterised more by cocktails prepared by bar staff using spirits, mixers and various other ingredients. Consequently, in terms of their on-trade strategies, the leading manufacturers of RTDs/high-strength premixes are focusing more on targeting small bars which do not have the facilities to prepare elaborate cocktails and for whom RTDs represent a practical and rapid alternative.

The Philippines is the second-largest producer of geothermal energy in the world and the largest in Asia-Pacific. It has 1.9 Gigawatts (GW) of installed geothermal capacity, which it plans to increase to 3.5 GW by 2030. Its energy mix is dominated by fossil fuels, which are largely imported and are subject to price variations in the international market. This heavy dependence on imported fossil fuels creates a significant economic burden. Geothermal power is the second-most prominent source of energy, providing about 14% of its electricity and saving about $588m annually.

GlobalData's clinical trial report, "Chediak-Higashi Syndrome Global Clinical Trials Review, H2, 2014" provides data on the Chediak-Higashi Syndrome clinical trial scenario. This report provides elemental information and data relating to the clinical trials on Chediak-Higashi Syndrome. It includes an overview of the trial numbers and their recruitment status as per the site of trial conduction across the globe. The databook offers a preliminary coverage of disease clinical trials by their phase, trial status, prominence of the sponsors and also provides briefing pertaining to the number of trials for the key drugs for treating Chediak-Higashi Syndrome. This report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research and in-house analysis by GlobalData's team of industry experts.

Orphan Drug Market Access: Payer Insights on the Present and Future is a report that examines the regulation, pricing, reimbursement, players and stakeholder/payer interests that are shaping the current and future direction of the orphan drug sector.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the construction wood market in Lithuania. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the construction wood market and its categories (solid wood and wood-based panels), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Construction Wood in Lithuania to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the construction wood industry in Lithuania. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Lithuanian 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 personal accident and health insurance industry in Russia. It contains detailed historic and forecast data for distribution channels. "Personal Accident and Health Insurance Distribution Channels in Russia to 2018: Market Databook" provides detailed insight into the operating environment of the personal accident and health insurance industry in Russia. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Russian personal accident and health insurance value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

"Baby Food in Venezuela" is a new report by ERC that analyzes the Baby Food industry demand prospects in Venezuela, key segments, features & developments, future projections based on various trends. This report also examines trends which are currently affecting the industry. Furthermore, it profiles various companies in the Baby Food industry in Venezuela along with the foreign trade involving the Baby Food industry.

As of late 2014, it is clear that market leader Triglav has achieved a significant increase in profits this year. However, this is partly because of a sharp improvement in investment earnings and partly due to rigorous control of claims and other costs. Premiums have been contracting in both the life and the non-life segments. As we expected, the difficult economic conditions in Slovenia, and brutal competition in the motor vehicle insurance sub-sector (especially) have continued to have an adverse impact. We see no reason for a decisive improvement in conditions. Taking a five year view, we remain of the view that some of the multi-nationals who are present in Slovenia (and usually with minor market shares) will reconsider their commitment to the market.

There is a strong tradition for herbal remedies in Bulgaria, which results in wide awareness of the benefits of different herbs. This offers some advantages for herbal/traditional products, with many consumers believing in the efficacy of these products and also viewing them as safer in comparison to standard products. The burgeoning health and wellness trend thus resulted in growing interest in herbal/traditional products at the end of the review period. However, this tradition also results in many consumers opting for lower-cost home-made herbal remedies rather than packaged products during times of economic uncertainty.

We favour the sugar sector in Turkey because of the strong growth potential of the country's confectionery industry and our belief that large changes to the country's sugar production quotas are likely to occur in the coming years. We see upside potential in the livestock sector, as the government's supply of discounted credit has aided growth in recent years. We see some growth potential for the grain, dairy and rice sectors, though we believe the country's production growth in these segments will be hampered by high domestic production and input costs. Agricultural output will generally increase in 2015/16, primarily due to base effects which affected production in the 2014/15 season.

GlobalData's new report, "South Korea Compression Therapy Market Outlook to 2020", provides key market data on the South Korea Compression Therapy market. The report provides value, in millions of US dollars, volume (in units) and average prices (in US dollars) within market segments - Static Compression Therapy (Compression Garments (Upper and Lower Compression Garments), Compression Bandages and Anti Embolism Stockings) and Pneumatic Compression Therapy (Non-Segmented Pneumatic Compression Pumps, Segmented Pneumatic Compression Pumps (Segmented Pneumatic Compression Pumps without Gradient and with Calibrated Gradient) and Pneumatic Compression Sleeves).

Hungarian tourism in 2013 was driven by dynamic growth of incoming tourists and accordingly via rising incoming tourism receipts. The rapidly decreasing local currency exchange rate against the Euro made the country an affordable destination, especially compared to its main rivals Czech Republic and Austria. The expanded route network of low cost carriers made the country easily accessible for various types of tourists. At the same time, Hungarians travelled less in 2013 - domestic trips...

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

The market for cigars is very small in Pakistan given the huge numbers of smokers in the country. It is limited to a small market niche which consists of people from upper-income classes who live in urban cities like Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad. The majority of cigar smokers are men over the age of 30. However, with the introduction of cigar lounges and caf?s, teens and tweens have also started smoking cigars whilst hanging out at these caf?s. The sale and consumption of cigars remain unaffected by anti-cigarette smoking laws in the country.

Millions of consumers are facing gut and digestive health disorders which provides business opportunities for dietary supplement producers looking to provide effective products that can help manage illness and intolerances, as well as promote overall health. Global demand for probiotics is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% from 2013 to 2018. The gastrointestinal health supplement category saw $1.4 billion in consumer sales in 2011, a 14% percent increase over the previous year.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the aggregates market in Latvia. 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 Latvia to 2018: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the aggregates 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.

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

GlobalData's clinical trial report, "Refractory Multiple Myeloma Global Clinical Trials Review, H2, 2014" provides data on the Refractory Multiple Myeloma clinical trial scenario. This report provides elemental information and data relating to the clinical trials on Refractory Multiple Myeloma. It includes an overview of the trial numbers and their recruitment status as per the site of trial conduction across the globe. The databook offers a preliminary coverage of disease clinical trials by their phase, trial status, prominence of the sponsors and also provides briefing pertaining to the number of trials for the key drugs for treating Refractory Multiple Myeloma. This report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research and in-house analysis by GlobalData's team of industry experts.

An e-pedigree is an electronic record that takes care of pedigree requirements. It contains information regarding various levels of transactions resulting change of ownership of the drug, from manufacturers to wholesalers to retailers. The record includes various key points such as date of the transaction and the names and address of all parties. The counterfeit or forgery of pharmaceutical drugs is the main reason for the growing demand for e-pedigree software solution.

Euromonitor International's Industrial reports provide a 360 degree view of an industry. The Industrial market report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Refined Petroleum Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market - be they new product developments, packaging innovations, economic/lifestyle influences, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts illustrate how the market is set to change.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Medisyn Technologies, Inc. - Product Pipeline Review - 2014', provides an overview of the Medisyn Technologies, Inc.'s pharmaceutical research and development focus.

The UAE's oil giant, Abu Dhabi, is recognising the need to diversify its economy. Although oil will remain a major source of GDP, non-oil industries are expected to emerge as the new engines of its economy. The city also aims to use oil receipts to create an environmentally, socially and economically sustainable urban environment, as envisioned in Plan Abu Dhabi 2030. Oil revenue has made Abu Dhabi the world's richest city, with 83% of its household receiving income of US$100,000+ in 2012.

A robust recovery by the Czech economy has brought some stability to the commercial real estate sector over 2014. Rental rates have stabilized as demand has begun to put downward pressure on vacancy levels. The market, which continues to be seen as one of the most established in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region, has also benefited from slowing growth across the eurozone and increasing intensions in Russia and Ukraine, which have resulted in a steady uptick in transactional volumes in recent months.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis - Pipeline Review, H2 2014', provides an overview of the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis's therapeutic pipeline.

"Company Insight: Japan Tobacco" is a new report by ERC that is the result of ERC's extensive market research covering Japan Tobacco's profile in the tobacco products market. It provides a detailed insight into the company's business activity and products. The report also includes company financials, corporate structure, business review, contact details, and its strengths, strategies and performance.