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Store cards in Chile saw a decline in 2012. Large retailers such as Falabella, Paris and Ripley opened their cards to the credit function. As a consequence, non-banking card issuers increased credit access to mid- to low-income segments. Since most store cards issued by retailers were accepted in a wide range of retailers their cards shifted towards becoming credit cards. Cards issued by retailers such as Johnson's, ABCdin and La Polar were accepted by more than 1,000 associated retailers.

Pasta, rice and instant noodles form approximately 95% of total dried processed food in Lithuania. Like dried pasta, rice is perceived as a first need food, making the category rather stable in terms of development and less volatile during an economic downturn. At the same time rice, as well as high-quality dried pasta, has started to benefit from changing diet habits, as people have started to experiment with different dishes. This has resulted in less common use of the cheapest and as a...

The Future of Indonesia Health & Beauty Packaging to 2017 is a data only report providing extensive and highly detailed time series consumption data on primary and outer packaging in the market The report provides in-depth quantitative data on retail health & beauty packaging, covering key segmentations such as pack material and type, closure material and type, outer and multi-pack information, for the latest financial year (current year) and the extreme ends of the historical and forecast periods Detailed tables and charts provide a comprehensive breakdown of packaging consumption to clearly establish market trends, packaging dynamics and future growth areas

Chilled processed meat accounted for 78% of total chilled processed volume sales in 2012, making it the key driver of trends in chilled processed food. Latvians are traditionally big meat eaters and many Latvian cannot imagine their daily diets without meat products. The popularity of chilled processed meat continues to increase at a higher rate than even fresh unprocessed meat due to the strengthening of the convenience trend and the high level of innovation within chilled processed meat.

Coffee remains a fashionable hot drink in Uzbekistan but its consumption is limited to urban areas. Although the living standards of consumers in Uzbekistan are generally improving, this is driving growth of coffee sales mainly in urban areas and among certain consumer groups. However, in urban areas, despite the popularity of coffee, consumers are often reluctant to purchase it due to its significantly high price.

The Future of the Savory Snacks Market in Indonesia to 2017 is the result of Canadean's extensive market research. The report presents detailed analysis on the Savory Snacks consumption trends in Indonesia, historic and forecast Savory Snacks 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 Savory Snacks sales overall and to know which categories and segments are showing growth in the coming years.

At the beginning of the review period the packaged food market in Bosnia-Herzegovina grew strongly. The main drivers of sales until 2008 were consumers' rising disposable incomes and the consolidation of grocery retailing, which helped to significantly improve the range of products on offer in the country. 2008 was the year remembered for the volatility of food prices across the world. This was the first in a series of shocks which still affected the performance of the market in 2012. During...

The Future of Mexico Home Improvement Packaging to 2017 is a data only report providing extensive and highly detailed time series consumption data on primary and outer packaging in the market The report provides in-depth quantitative data on retail home improvement packaging, covering key segmentations such as pack material and type, closure material and type and outer information, for the latest financial year (current year) and the extreme ends of the historical and forecast periods Detailed tables and charts provide a comprehensive breakdown of packaging consumption to clearly establish market trends, packaging dynamics and future growth areas

Nosocomial Infections - Pipeline Review, H1 2013

Global Markets Direct's, 'Ischemia Reperfusion Injury - Pipeline Review, H1 2013', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Ischemia Reperfusion Injury, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Ischemia Reperfusion Injury. Ischemia Reperfusion Injury - 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.

Video players recorded a slight decline in volume terms during 2011. Even though Saudi consumers are very keen on in-home entertainment, competition from internet-enabled televisions, a greater variety of TV channels as well as the growing prominence of converters, decoders, and receivers meant that video players were no longer on the top of the list. Growth in 2011 was much lower than the review period CAGR of 6%, which was mostly driven by demand for DVD players.

Global Markets Direct's, 'B-Cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - Pipeline Review, H1 2013', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for B-Cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for B-Cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. B-Cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - 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, 'Motor Neurone Diseases - Pipeline Review, H2 2013', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Motor Neurone Diseases, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Motor Neurone Diseases. Motor Neurone Diseases - 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.

Drinking milk products enjoyed 7% value growth in 2012 to reach sales of GTQ4,637 million. Cow's milk is the most popular product, and fresh/pasteurised milk is the strongest category representing 46% of total value sales. Guatemala's per capita consumption of milk is 38 litres, which is below Mexico's consumption of 40 litres, and Latin America's average of 52 litres. Lack of refrigerators and high unit prices make drinking milk products unaffordable to lower economic strata in the country.

Global Market Direct's pharmaceuticals report, "Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Product Pipeline Review - 2013" provides data on the Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'s research and development focus. The report includes information on current developmental pipeline, complete with latest updates, and features on discontinued and dormant projects.

Economic development, the entry of five new businesses and the requirement of third-party motor liability insurance caused the written premium value to grow during the review period. The Lao insurance industry is uncompetitive due to the limited presence of insurers and lack of interest from global investors. The situation is expected to change significantly after the country's recent entry into the WTO. The Lao insurance industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.8%, over the forecast period. The distribution channel of the industry predominantly depends on direct sales, which accounts for one-third of the total sales in the country.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the construction site equipment market in Brazil. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the construction site equipment market and its categories (compressors & generators and construction pumps), including data by domestic production, supply balance, existing stock, imports and exports. 'Construction Site Equipment in Brazil to 2016: Market Databook' provides an overview and insight into the operating environment of the construction site equipment industry in Brazil. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Brazilian construction value chain and for new players who are considering entering the market.

Fresh ground coffee remains hugely popular in the Dominican Republic, and combined with chocolate-based flavoured powder drinks continues to contribute to the growth of the hot drinks market in the country. While this growth continued to be moderate in 2012, hot drinks continued to appeal to a loyal customer base, based on tradition, lifestyle and personal preference. More niche products, such as instant coffee and tea, attract higher-income consumers and develop their marketing strategies to...

Global Market Direct's pharmaceuticals report, "Amorfix Life Sciences Ltd. - Product Pipeline Review - 2013" provides data on the Amorfix Life Sciences Ltd.'s research and development focus. The report includes information on current developmental pipeline, complete with latest updates, and features on discontinued and dormant projects.

SDI's "The Venezuelan Defense Industry - Market Attractiveness and Emerging Opportunities to 2017: Market Profile" is an essential source of information covering the market attractiveness and emerging opportunities of the defense industry in Venezuela.

Luxury writing instruments and stationery in 2012 has shown growth largely due to growing interests among working South Koreans who want to buy something functional and yet special for themselves. Despite the high penetration of smartphones and tablets - gadgets which have superseded the need for writing instruments for many users - sales of luxury writing instruments and stationery have not been heavily impacted as a result in South Korea.

In-car entertainment stagnated in volume terms in 2011 at 454,000 units, and declined by 5% in current value terms to CZK1.3 billion. This stagnation was caused by the fact that the car fleet is constantly upgraded with newer vehicles which have relatively good in-car audio systems, which most customers do not need to upgrade.

Influence and negotiation training experts The Vengel Consulting Group are opening a new branch of their integrated learning solutions business in Sydney, Australia.

The assortment of oils and fats has become very wide in Slovakia with a high number of manufacturers and different specialised products, such as flavoured butters, functional margarines, and different 100% oils made from a particular plant such as pumpkin oil, coconut oil, sesame oil, nut oil, soy oil, etc. A wide range of organic-quality products are available. Consumers in Slovakia are becoming educated and demand different products. At the same time, the lifestyle has been developing towards...

Spain's economy slumped again during 2012, sliding back into severe recession as GDP declined by over 1%. In addition, the Spanish economy suffered as the Spanish financial system needed to be rescued following the collapse of the fourth most important bank in Spain, Bankia, early in the year. This rescue and the high public deficit in the country resulted in higher taxes, with both income tax and VAT rising. Disposable income levels declined once again during 2012 and, as a result, overall...