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Sanitary protection current value sales increased by 2% in 2012 to reach EUR53 million. While volume sales stagnated, demand for branded products grew. In addition, with regard to private label brands there was a migration from economy positioned private label products towards mid-priced products. For example, Rainbow by S Group recorded a value share increase as its 100% biodegradable towels became more popular.

Other dairy increased in value by 1% during 2012 following two consecutive years of declining sales. Growth in the category during 2012 was driven by rising demand for chilled dairy-based desserts, the only other dairy category to record positive growth during 2012. After chilled dairy-based desserts declined by 4% in value in 2011 due to the lower priority placed on this rather non-essential dairy category by Japan's dairy manufacturers amid the shortage of raw milk in 2011, the category...

Noodles are still perceived as somewhat exotic by Bulgarian consumers, although they have been available on the market for quite some time. They are still available mostly in larger cities and their value and volume sales remain relatively low.

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BMI projects that Argentine consumer electronics spending will grow by about 4% in US dollar terms in 2013 to US$5.7bn, with our headline forecast unchanged despite an uncertain economic outlook. We still expect sales of mobile handsets, plasma TV sets, digital cameras and other categories of consumer electronics products to grow in 2013, as monetary and fiscal policies remain highly expansionary. BMI has warned of the risk of a substantial currency devaluation, which would have an impact on the affordability of IT products and services. Although local PC, TV and mobile phone production in Tierra del Fuego state has expanded rapidly, most of the imports used for assembly are still imported. The tax on 'luxury goods' such as mobile phones and digital cameras has dramatically boosted the sales share of locally produced goods, while sales of imported consumer electronics devices have fallen sharply.

BMI View: Increasingly challenging economics could slow the growth of oil-sands driven production, although we note that liquid-rich shales could be the new engine of crude output. Exploration in the country's offshore acreage and unconventional resources could unearth more oil and gas reserves to support the country's long-term growth prospects. The outlook for Canada's oil and gas industry is still a rosy one, though its upstream potential needs more support from infrastructure development.

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BMI View: We expect India to become a major consumer of metals over the coming years as the government makes pertinent efforts to remove bottlenecks that are delaying infrastructure projects in the country. The growing affluence of Indian consumers will spur spending on housing and white goods, making India the key driver in steel demand after China in the years ahead.

Our outlook on Nigeria's food and drink sector remains bright due to the tremendous untapped potential of this emerging market, despite a slowdown in the local economy. Nigerian growth in 2013 will continue to be constrained by the headwinds that characterised much of 2012, including security concerns and the lingering effects of widespread flooding. The economy is still performing well below capacity due to the flooding, which has submerged thousands of acres of farmland and displaced millions of people; oil theft which has damaged pipelines and constrained production; and ongoing violence, particularly in the northern states where militant organisations such as Boko Haram have disrupted economic activity. Nevertheless, the economy will still grow rapidly by global standards, at a forecast 6.8% in 2013. The longterm potential of the Nigerian consumer market is so great that with the help of international industry majors such as Nestle and Unilever, who are already present and developing the market, the long-term potential is huge.

Canada Endoscopy Devices Market Outlook to 2019 - Capsule Endoscope Systems, Endoscopic Instruments, Flexible Endoscopes, Rigid Endoscopes and Others

BMI View: While we see an export-led recovery making itself felt in 2013, with Taiwan benefiting from renewed external demand for semi-conductors, plastics, metals and machinery, we have reservations about the strength and sustainability of the upturn. This has led us to hold to out below-consensus GDP growth forecast of 3.0% for the year, bearing in mind concerns over the strength of the mainland China recovery, and over domestic issues such as inefficiencies in the banking and financial sector, and rigidities in the labour market. This year's growth will follow on from a difficult 2012 when we estimate GDP grew by only 0.9%. Prompted by our reassessment of Taiwan's investment and export prospects, we have lowered our average annual growth forecasts for the period running from 2014 to 2022, from 4.7% down to 3.9%.

GlobalData's clinical trial report, "Venous Thromboembolism Global Clinical Trials Review, H1, 2013" provides data on the Venous Thromboembolism clinical trial scenario. This report provides elemental information and data relating to the clinical trials on Venous Thromboembolism . 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 Venous Thromboembolism . 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.

Caerus Oil and Gas LLC, (Caerus) has agreed to acquire certain natural gas assets in Northeast Colorado and Kansas, from PDC Energy, Inc. (PDC Energy) for a purchase consideration of approximately US$200MM in cash, subject to purchase price adjustments. The transaction will have an effective date of January 1, 2013. The transaction includes an assumption of all PDC Energy's firm transportation obligations related to the assets to be acquired, as well as certain natural gas hedging positions for the years 2013-2015. The transaction does not include the acquisition of Wattenberg field acreage in Colorado.

The report presents detailed data on consumption trends in the Ambient Meat category in United Kingdom, analyzing consumption volumes and values. It also provides indispensable data on distribution channels, profiles of companies active in the Meat sector, latest industry news and mergers and acquisitions in the sector.

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The report presents detailed data on consumption trends in the Hand Care category in Greece, analyzing consumption volumes and values at segment level. It also provides indispensable data on distribution channels, profiles of companies active in the Skincare sector andlatest industry news.

The report presents detailed data on consumption trends in the Soy Drinks category in Japan, analyzing consumption volumes and values. It also provides indispensable data on distribution channels, profiles of companies active in the Soy Products sector and mergers & acquisitions in the sector.

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

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

This report provides a detailed analysis of the current industry size and growth expectations during 2012-17, including highlights of the key growth stimulators. It also benchmarks the industry against key global markets and provides detailed understanding of emerging opportunities in specific areas.

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

Footwear in Russia 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 footwear through all retail outlets including direct to consumer. It excludes industrial/work footwear but includes sports and casual shoes and boots. Market value is at prices in retailers including sales tax. Market size for Footwear in Russia is given in RUB with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Russia. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Motorcycles in Indonesia by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2012. This market covers off road bikes, mopeds, scooters small and large motorbikes. It excludes non-motorised two wheelers. Market size is based on annual new registrations; it excludes second hand sales. Market size for Motorcycles in Indonesia is given in new registration with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Indonesia. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.