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Output in 2011 was supported by household spending and export growth, although these diminished as the year progressed. French chemical industry association UIC has cut its growth forecast for the country's chemical output for 2012 to 1.8% from 2.4%, due to the economic crisis and delays in restocking. BMI forecasts a decline in industrial production growth from an estimated 2.9% in 2011 to 1.7% in 2012, but the petrochemicals sector is highly sensitive to the economic cycle, so the industry will be heavily affected by this anticipated downturn, and can be expected to lag the still-struggling wider economy. On the upside, inventory levels have been kept low, and we do not anticipate the kind of shock experienced in Q408. This should ensure a measure of price stability, should demand slump.

In 2011, the domestic economy was characterised by eventual stabilisation which spurred consumers to increase expenditure, including expenditure on OTC consumer health products. Computer ownership increased while environmental pollution led to a higher incidence of eye allergies. Unit prices of eye care increased and consumers started opting for more original medicines. As a result of these developments, value sales grew by 5% in current value terms to UAH52 million.

Based on Verdict Retail's proprietary market data and insight into key fuel retailers, this brief provides you with an up-to-date picture of the fuel retailing market in France. In addition to outlining service station numbers, fuel sales, competitor shares, and fuel and site forecasts, it also details retailers' c-store, car wash, and unmanned site numbers with an overview of their product offerings.

By voicing a commitment to responsible lending and with openness around its charges and policies, Wonga has developed a well-known and trusted brand in the UK payday lending market since its launch in 2007. The company has successfully identified a market segment that was underserved by traditional lenders and has designed a flexible yet simple service to meet consumer needs.

Within Southern Europe, the economic crisis has had a significant impact on the tire market. Croatia and Slovenia recovered to exceed pre-recession sales levels, whereas the market in Portugal and Greece has continued to decline as the countries struggle to deal with high debt levels.

Sun Care in Malaysia by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2011. This market covers sunscreen, tanning and after sun products for adults and children. Market value is based on sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. It includes mass market and prestige lines but excludes sales to the professional sector, such as beauty/tanning salons. Market size for Sun Care in Malaysia is given in %, MYR and USD with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Malaysia. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

The strong Swiss franc and weak euro have resulted in a spike of inexpensive imported European beers. Before Aldi entered Switzerland in 2005, imported economy lager was mainly available in the retailer Denner. However, with the German discounter encouraging the discount trend across the Swiss grocery landscape, the total volume of imported economy lager has more than doubled since 2006.

Value-conscious global consumers have thrown the world of foodservice into a state of flux. While global fast food brands continue to lead the way, the world is fragmenting rapidly in terms of market share, categories and consumer groups. In this new report, Euromonitor International explores the ways the world's most successful operators have come to terms with an increasingly fluid operating environment.

Colombia has a relatively low per capita consumption rate of coffee at 1.4 kilograms per year, leaving plenty of potential for expansion. In addition to campaigns like Toma Cafe headed up by Fedecafe Federacion Nacional de Cafeteros de Colombia which is a collaboration of the most important producers in the country, in 2011 an interesting proposal to promote consumption appeared. In May 2011, Carulla, belonging to Grupo Casino, carried out the first fair dedicated to coffee, Colombia es Cafe.

Its developing nation status is fading away each year, as Brazil astonishes the world with strong economic development and growing international importance. This growth acted as a major magnet to international tourists, leading to a positive performance in terms of arrivals, and enhanced tourism flows within the country in 2011. Air transportation and travel accommodation were the main beneficiaries, with continuous investment in new routes and rooms to further capitalise on such good momentum.

Emphasising natural and protective water sources is the key selling point by manufacturers to stimulate consumption of bottled water. For other bottled water products with no natural water source, building of distribution networks and price competition are key to increasing sales.

Recently published research from World Market Intelligence, "Demand Expectations for the Lighting and Furnishing Products Sectors in 2012: Survey Brief", is now available at Fast Market Research

Published by Canadean, the Netherlands Sports Drinks Category Profile comprises of text, data tables and charts. Supported by market commentary, data includes consumption trends (historical and forecasts to 2014), segmentation data (carbonated vs still, ready-to-drink/RTD vs non ready-to-drink/Non RTD),packaging analysis (pack material, refillable vs non-refillable, multi vs single serve), distribution splits and leading companies' percentage market share. In addition, market commentary also looks at the outlook for Sports Drinks, functional products, private label, marketing, pricing including market value (at consumer price) and new products for 2010.

"Fluctuating Demand in the Interior Design Products Sector in 2012: Survey Intelligence" is a new report by World Market Intelligence that analyzes the global interior design industry's view point on changing demand patterns. This report forecasts the change in demand for products and services such as lighting, furniture and fixtures, paints, walls and flooring and glass and derivatives.

GlobalData, the industry analysis specialist, has released its new report, "Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Therapeutics - Pipeline Assessment and Market Forecasts to 2019". The report is an essential source of information and analysis on the global Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Therapeutics market. The report identifies the key trends shaping and driving the global Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Therapeutics market. The report also provides insights on the prevalent competitive landscape and the emerging players expected to significantly alter the market positioning of the current market leaders. Most importantly, the report provides valuable insights on the pipeline products within the global Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Therapeutics sector. 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.

GlobalData, the industry analysis specialist, has released its new report, "Healthcare, Regulatory and Reimbursement Landscape - Brazil". The report is an essential source of information and analysis on Brazil's healthcare, regulatory and reimbursement landscape, and identifies the key trends in the healthcare market. The report also provides insights into the country's demographic, regulatory, and reimbursement landscape, and healthcare infrastructure. Most importantly, the report provides valuable insights into the trends and segmentation of the pharmaceutical and medical device markets. The report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, secondary research and in-house analysis by GlobalData's team of industry experts.

GlobalData's report, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Industry Outlook in India to 2015 - Market Size, Company Share, Price Trends, Capacity Forecasts of All Active and Planned Plants - 2012 Update provides an in-depth coverage of India PVC industry. The research presents major market trends affecting the PVC industry in India. The report covers India PVC plants and presents installed capacity by key feedstock, process and technology. In addition, it presents PVC demand and production forecasts, end use demand forecasts, price trends, trade balance data and company shares of the major PVC producers in India. Overall, the report presents a comprehensive coverage of India PVC industry including all the major parameters.

India is set to overtake China as the world's most populous country before 2030, when its population will exceed 1.5 billion. The pace of growth is slowing but the country's youthful age structure promises continued gains for some time. The elderly population (65+) will more than double in 2010-2030, yet their numbers will be little more than half of the corresponding figure for China. Emigration has created a brain drain but that is changing as the Indian economy booms and immigrants return.

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Enhanced oil recovery schemes and investment from both IOCs and NOCs underscore our bullish outlook for the UAE's oil sector. The country will also retain its position as a key player in the region's gas market, sustaining its role as a dual importer and exporter of natural gas. The opening of the ADCOP pipeline builds redundancy into the UAE's oil export pipeline system, in the event of conflict affecting the Straits of Hormuz.

Businesses are beginning to understand that traditional advertising is expensive and a dying media. When consumers want to buy or locate a service they use their PC or mobile device and businesses that have first page rankings get targeted, profitable traffic every day.

Forex Rebates are a means by which traders can make cash back on every trade they place on the Foreign Exchange Market. This is made possible by relationships between forex brokers creating a similar system to the cash-back on credit cards or loyalty points at the supermarket.

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