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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 Basic Chemicals 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.

Spreads performed consistently well over the review period. Jams and preserves as well as honey are staple products in the Egyptian diet and they are therefore very popular. Other products such as chocolate spreads and nut and seed based spreads were still relatively new in 2012 as well as expensive and they were thus regarded as luxury products by many consumers.

Digestive remedies experienced sales of A$216 million in 2012, up from A$205 million in 2011, a growth rate of 5% in current value terms. Australia's ageing population, schedule changes, and the evolving Australian diet all played important roles in the sales performance of Australia's digestive remedies.

Surface care, although recording significant growth in recent years, can still be considered a niche area in Iran. Consumer awareness of professional surface care items remains limited to basic offerings like multipurpose cleaners, oven cleaners and window/glass cleaners while the majority of consumers still use products like bleach and hand wash detergents for cleaning different surfaces. However, during the last three years a significant improvement has occurred regarding the distribution of...

The general perception of the current diet of average Croatians is that it is insufficient in vitamins and minerals. This thinking persists in spite of the latest launches in packaged food, which offer additional vitamins and minerals for daily intake. Croats consider even fresh food to be less nutritional than it used to be in "the good old days". For this reason, if household budgets allow it, the regular intake of vitamins and dietary supplements is seen as a preventative measure against low...

Biscuits' consumption has increased over the last few years, mainly due to an impulse from healthy offerings, mainly functional. There is a lifestyle shift towards healthier food products that is affecting this category. The government is promoting this change of behaviour to a balanced and healthy lifestyle, and forcing companies to inform consumers on product packaging of the nutritional facts related to their goods and possible hazards, such as fat, sodium and sugar levels. This is...

Fruit/vegetable juice continued to record dynamic growth in 2012, with sales being fuelled by rising interest in healthy and natural drinks, the expansion of domestic players and increased investment in advertising, especially by financially strong operators. In general, the most popular advertising channels were radio, billboards, public transport and sales points. The largest advertisers are domestic manufacturers and the most-advertised brands are Jale (Qabala Konserv Zavodu), Vita1000 (Az...

As consumers develop more sophisticated tastes, they are increasingly purchasing more premium ice cream. In addition, due to increased health consciousness amongst consumers, they are also choosing healthier ice cream that is less sweet and less fat.

We continue to believe that the next several years will see Chilean real GDP growth trend lower as Chinese copper demand growth trends lower, weighing on Chilean exports and investment. We also see domestic demand trending lower in 2013 and 2014, mostly on easing investment and relatively less robust growth in private consumption. Indeed, a steady, multi-year decline in retail sales since 2010 leads us to believe that the Chilean consumer is entering a period of slower growth.

France's metals sector is set for very modest growth and, in some cases, declines as the major producer hold back on investment. Steel will continue to dominate the country's metals industry; however, we do not expect any significant new investment over the coming years. ArcelorMittal and Rio Tinto, the two largest producers in the country are facing up to an increasingly hostile and competitive operating environment with cheap steel and aluminium being exported from China. We therefore do not expect France to return to pre-2008 rates of production over the foreseeable future.

Core Views

BMI View: Oil and gas production have bounced back strongly in 2012.Over the longer term, both oil and gas volumes are likely to increase beyond pre-war levels but the extent of this increase will be limited by the significant political risks in the country, arising from both domestic tensions between the east and the west, and from an emboldened Islamic militant movement in North Africa. This could limit greenfield investment in particular and cap growth in both reserves and production.

Infection Control Market [Sterilization (EtO Sterilization, E-Beam, Gamma, Steam, Low Temperature & Contract Services) & Disinfection (Endoscope Reprocessing, Disinfectant, Disinfector, Face Mask, Drapes, Surgical Gowns, Wipes) - Global forecast to 2017

Acrylic Acid & Its Derivatives Market - By Derivative Types (Esters/Acrylates - Methyl, Ethyl, Butyl, 2-EH; Polymers - Elastomers, SAP, Water Treatment Polymers; Other Derivatives), Applications & Geography - Global Trends & Forecast to 2018

GlobalData's new report, "New Zealand Hospital Supplies Market Outlook to 2018 - Disposable Hospital Supplies, Mobility Aids and Transportation Equipment, Operating Room Equipment, Sterilization and Disinfectant Equipment and Others" provides key market data on the New Zealand Hospital Supplies market. The report provides value (USD million), volume (units) and average price (USD) data for each segment and sub-segment within market categories - Disposable Hospital Supplies, Syringes and Needles, Mobility Aids and Transportation Equipment, Operating Room Equipment, Patient Examination Devices and Sterilization and Disinfectant Equipment. The report also provides company shares and distribution shares data for each of the aforementioned market categories. The report is supplemented with global corporate-level profiles of the key market participants with information on company financials and pipeline products, wherever available.

In 2012, a number of countries demonstrated their willingness to develop nuclear power by implementing various initiatives such as investment in nuclear energy research, signing of co-operation agreements with other countries for the development of nuclear power, and extending the operational lives of existing nuclear reactors. While many countries opted to develop nuclear power, a number wished to phase it out entirely or reduce dependence upon it, due primarily to public concerns regarding the safety of nuclear power plants following the Fukushima nuclear disaster in March 2011. Countries such as China, India, the US, the UK and South Korea are highly motivated to develop nuclear power, which augers well for the nuclear power industry, given the magnitude of planned nuclear power in these countries. However, countries such as Germany, Switzerland and Belgium have decided to phase out nuclear power, citing safety risks associated with the operation of nuclear power plants. France is expected to determine its stance towards nuclear power in 2013.

GlobalData's new report, "North America Drug Delivery Devices Market Outlook to 2018 - Metered Dose Inhaler Devices, Infusion Systems, Central Venous Catheters and Others" provides key market data on the North America Drug Delivery Devices market - United States and Canada. The report provides value (USD million) data for all the market categories - Metered Dose Inhaler Devices, Infusion Systems, Central Venous Catheters and Needle Free Injections. The report also provides company shares and distribution shares data for each of the aforementioned market categories. The report is supplemented with global corporate-level profiles of the key market participants.

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The report presents detailed data on consumption trends in the Nail Make-up category in Argentina, analyzing consumption volumes and values. It also provides indispensable data on distribution channels andlatest industry news.

Published by Canadean, Country Beverage Forecasts provide consumption trends (1999 to 2011 actual, 2012 provisional plus 2013 to 2018 forecasts) for key beverage categories.

Clothing in Spain by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2012. This market comprises men's, women's & children's clothes through all retail outlets including direct to consumer. It excludes footwear and clothing accessories (such as belts, hats & jewellery). Market value is at prices in retailers including sales tax. Market size for Clothing in Spain 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 Spain. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Community-Acquired Infections - Pipeline Review, H1 2013', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Community-Acquired Infections, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Community-Acquired Infections. Community-Acquired Infections - Pipeline Review, Half Year is built using data and information sourced from Global Markets Direct's proprietary databases, Company/University websites, SEC filings, investor presentations and featured press releases from company/university sites and industry-specific third party sources, put together by Global Markets Direct's team.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Edema - Pipeline Review, H1 2013', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Edema, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Edema. Edema - Pipeline Review, Half Year is built using data and information sourced from Global Markets Direct's proprietary databases, Company/University websites, SEC filings, investor presentations and featured press releases from company/university sites and industry-specific third party sources, put together by Global Markets Direct's team.

Disposable Nappies in Poland by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2012. 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 Poland is given in PLN with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Poland. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.