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An investigation on behalf of investors in STEC, Inc. (NASDAQ:STEC) shares was announced concerning whether the offer by Western Digital® Corporation to acquire STEC, Inc. for $6.85 per NASDAQ:STEC share and the takeover process are unfair to investors in STEC shares.

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Apple Inc. has plans to launch the latest iOS 7, rumored to be scheduled for release sometime in September, according to numerous online speculation.

Foam By Mail, an international manufacturer and distributor of foam products, is excited to announce the availability of its new foam crown molding line. Now, residential customers have the ability to quickly create a unique and attractive look in the home with crown molding.

Towne Mailer, a full service business mail presort outsource service, is taking this opportunity to inform business professionals about its quality remote statement print service. The Company guarantees fully customized statements and invoices printed. Processed and mailed within 24 hours of receipt of the data.

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

Egypt's card industry witnessed strong growth during the review period (2008-2012). In volume terms, the overall industry recorded an impressive CAGR of 14.07%, rising from 9.1 million cards in 2008 to 15.4 million in 2012. The industry is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 6.48% over the forecast period (2013-2017), from 16.5 million cards in 2013 to 21.3 million in 2017. The prepaid cards category recorded the highest growth rate of all card categories with a CAGR of 37.55% during the review period, growing from 385,500 cards in 2008 to 1.3 million in 2012. This category is expected to register a strong CAGR of 19.16% over the forecast period, rising from 1.6 million cards in 2013 to 3.2 million in 2017. In 2012, the debit card category held the highest market share of 79.3% in terms of number of cards in circulation, followed by the credit card category with a market share of 12.3%. The prepaid cards category held the lowest market share of 8.3% in 2012.

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

This report offers detailed analysis of the global Armored and Counter IED Vehicles market over the next ten years, and provides extensive market size forecasts by country and sub sector. It covers the key technological and market trends in the Armored and Counter IED Vehicles market.

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

The tendency among local consumers to snack between meals contributed to a 3% increase in current value sales in 2012 to reach RM667 million. Sweet and savoury snacks appeal to many young consumer groups including teenagers and working adults.

Dishwashing products became indispensable in most of households, whether or not they have mains water, as their grease-fighting properties have encouraged widespread use. Advertising campaigns of the multinational brands has assisted the entry of locally-manufactured products which, although distributed on a regional basis, meet consumers' demand for lower-priced products.

In terms of volume, market performance in 2012 was kept at moderate but stable rates, similar to results achieved over the review period. Growth was balanced between large mature categories and smaller emerging options. With a healthier economy and many companies aiming to attract new niches, product use has expanded to lower income demographics. Value performance was strong, with larger growth rates than those registered over the review period.

Ice cream continues to show positive performance, and is set to post 3% retail volume growth and 11% current value growth. Hot summers of 2012 over all the territory of Kazakhstan supported the positive performance of the category. For Kazakhstani consumers, ice cream continues to an impulse purchase, which explains the better performance of single-portion products, rather than family take-home packages. Faster current value growth was caused by raw materials price increases along with...

Drinking milk products is a saturated category, which is why manufacturers strive to boost sales by introducing regular innovations. At the same time, various bodies are running educational campaigns which are aimed at promoting milk and emphasising the advantages of regular milk consumption. The list of most notable initiatives includes "Stawiam na Mleko" (I bet on milk), "Pij Mleko! Bedziesz Wielki" (Drink milk! You will be great) and "Mleko z Klasa" (Milk in classrooms). The "Stawiam na...

This report examines the markets to watch in 2013 and beyond in terms of the fastest growing countries for card payments, cards in circulation and certain payment types, as well as general shifts in consumer payment preferences and the rise of m-commerce in certain markets.

Noodles volume sales increased by 4% in 2012. This growth was fuelled by marketing activities and the presence of new brands such as Imperial Noodles on the market.

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 Toys and Games 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.

Pasta remains a small packaged food type in Thailand and consumption is still limited to urban areas. Pasta tends to be consumed on an occasional basis, with expatriates, tourists and Thais who have lived in Western countries and enjoy Western food, the major consumers. The move to a single regional market under the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) by 2015 is increasing the number of foreigners in Thailand. This development drove the overall consumption of pasta in Thailand in 2012.

In 2012 there was a notable increase in the number of independent small businesses that sold premium- quality artisanal baked goods. Entrepreneurs saw opportunity in higher quality products due to the success of chained premium baked goods stores such as Bread Talk. Better economic conditions in 2012 helped drive the trend for premiumisation.

Consumers are demanding even more convenient and faster solutions, especially when it comes to buying products from vending machines. Many have a problem with not having enough coins, or not getting change when paying. Players launched SMS payment options towards the second half of the review period, which resulted in a 25% increase in SMS payments in 2012.

Sugar confectionery recorded current retail value growth of 4% in 2012, with growth being fuelled by an on-going increase in company activity and the number of available brands as well as the increased visibility of brands in retail outlets and the better performance of the Cameroonian economy.

2012 saw the launch of a new company specialising in producing and distributing baby milk products for the Tunisian market as well as local African and Middle Eastern markets. This new company was started by two foreign multinationals, Pharmalys and the Hochford Swiss Group, in association with Dorcas, a Tunisian company.

The Czech Republic Real Estate report examines the commercial office, retail, industrial and construction segments throughout the country in the context of a cautiously optimistic outlook for a market vulnerable to eurozone sensibilities.

Concentrates recorded marginal value growth in 2012 while suffering a decline in volume sales. Nevertheless, there are some who remain loyal to concentrates, these mainly being low-income consumers and a large percentage of the rural population.