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The Slovakia Real Estate report examines the Commercial Office, Retail and Industrial segments throughout the country in the context of a market stymied by regional weakness.

The Q312 update to BMI's Romania Telecommunications Report contains analysis of the market data from the major fixed telephony, broadband and mobile service providers for the period to the end of March 2011. It also utilises data published by Romania's telecoms sector regulator ANCOM. While our forecasts for fixed-line telephony, internet and mobile subscriber growth remain unchanged this quarter, broadband forecasts have been revised downwards. New data from ANCOM indicates that the growth of dedicated mobile broadband subscriptions - comprising USB dongle or modem mobile broadband subscriptions and not smartphone subscriptions - was slower than previously indicated during 2010 and 2011. The number of broadband subscribers grew by just 9.7% against earlier forecasts of 24.7% growth, raising penetration to 20.1%. With private consumption levels picking up slowly after two years of severe austerity, we anticipate the mobile broadband market will grow more quickly in 2012, increasing the penetration rate to 22.6%. We expect growth rates will remain in the high single digits over the remainder of the forecast period at a slowing rate, increasing penetration levels to 29.9% at the end of 2016.

BMI expects the Hungarian CE market will grow by around 2% in 2012, which is a deceleration compared with 2011. The Hungarian consumer faces yet another tough year in 2012, as fiscal austerity, tighter credit conditions, weakening confidence, a still-large overhang of debt and elevated unemployment level all pose major challenges to households. However, the Hungarian consumer electronics market still has considerable latent growth potential. Home computer penetration remains low compared with peer group countries for example - only slightly higher than Romania and Bulgaria - while internet penetration is also relatively low as a percentage of households.

BMI View: News that UK construction output fell by the sharpest pace in three years in Q112 highlights the detrimental effect the government's austerity measures are having on the industry. On a local scale, small and medium sized contractors are struggling to compete for work, while on a national scale, larger companies are beginning to cut operations in the UK and look elsewhere for opportunities. News that the coalition government is preparing a new state backed infrastructure investment plan could provide some solace to an industry which is struggling to keep its head above water.

The overall picture remains weak for France, with leading and coincident economic indicators within the household sector in particular showing signs of extended softness. As such, we prefer to refrain from calls for a sustained recovery until we see start to see a more harmonious picture emerge. We remain comfortable in holding on to our current forecast for real GDP to contract by 0.2% over 2012.

BMI View: Despite a downward revision to our 2012 construction industry forecast, Canada remains the most promising market in the developed world for this particular industry. Our breakdown data for the country's infrastructure and highlights that electricity investment and road and rail projects are leading this outperformance.

BMI expects the China consumer electronics market will grow by around 9% in 2012, which represents a moderation compared with 2011. Despite signs of an economic hard landing, Chinese retailers appeared to be optimistic about the outlook for increased sales of flat-screen TV sets and other consumer electronic products in 2012.Vendors will look to newer technologies such as Smart TVs; LED TV sets, which were expected to comprise around 50% of flat-panel sales in 2011; and 3D TV sets, forecast at around 10-20%, to drive sales. A second phase of the government's rural consumer electronics subsidy programme drove sales of computers, flat-screen TV sets and other products in H211. Electronics vendors and retailers were expanding and adjusting strategies to take advantage of this opportunity.

Core Views We expect weakened external demand to hit the Czech Republic's economic growth hard in 2012. The Czech economy remains highly dependent on exports and investments for economic growth, both of which have come under pressure since H211. Ongoing fiscal austerity and weak consumer spending will see to it that growth remains largely stagnant this year. Despite mounting pressure on the centre-right coalition government from opposition parties and ongoing ructions between the three governing parties, we believe the Czech Republic's fiscal position will remain sound, with a bias towards austerity. With international investors shying away from government debt that is not backed up by prudent fiscal and debt dynamics, we expect the government will be keen to keep its hard-earned fiscal credentials and low borrowing costs intact. We maintain our view that the Czech National Bank will keep interest rates on hold this year at 0.75%. While the weak economic outlook could arguably warrant a rate cut, the expectation that consumer price inflation is set to rise somewhat this year on the back of planned VAT hikes precludes such a move at this juncture. Major Forecast Changes Our real GDP growth forecast for the Czech Republic has been slashed to 0.1% in 2012, from 0.8% previously. This view has been bolstered by data released by the statistical office showing the country was in a technical recession at the end of 2011. Weakened external demand, combined with ongoing fiscal austerity and no real recovery in consumer spending, will result in stagnant growth this year. Precluding a more dour outlook is our expectation for the global recovery to take hold towards the tail-end of 2012. We have revised our forecast for the Czech Republic's current account deficit to 4.4% of GDP in 2012, from 4.7% previously. The same dynamics remain in play, with the widening income account deficit outstripping the merchandise trade surplus. However, soft domestic demand and a lower profit outlook for Czech subsidiaries of foreign companies will mean a lower overall deficit in 2012. Key Risks To Outlook A more pronounced slowdown in eurozone economic growth - in particular in Germany - would have a negative effect on the Czech Republic's economic growth trajectory. Owing to the high degree of trade integration with Germany, the Czech Republic's economic recovery remains highly dependent on external demand remaining elevated. Intensified political conflict within the three-party coalition and growing public dissatisfaction with the administration could work to undermine the fiscal austerity drive. In the event that oil prices remain at elevated levels or experience a significant increase through the course of 2012, a number of our forecasts for the Czech economy would very likely be put under review, including our forecasts for economic growth, the balance of payments position, consumer price inflation and interest rates.

Softer domestic demand has been primarily blamed for the fact that Vietnam's real GDP growth rate slowed to 4.0% year-on-year (y-o-y) in Q112, down from 6.1% in the previous quarter and marking the worst quarterly outturn since the height of the global recession in Q109. This is due to tighter money and credit conditions, which are beginning to take their toll on consumer and business activity. However, the port of Ho Chi Minh is set to enjoy healthy growth over the mid term in terms of tonnage throughput, while the Port of Da Nang will record relatively impressive box throughput.

A combination of government subsidies and a low base effect from March 2011 when the earthquake and tsunami hit, contributed to a 71% year-on-year (y-o-y) increase in Japanese vehicle sales in March, taking Q112 sales up by 47.5%. BMI has revised its forecast for sales of small and mini cars upwards in light of the December announcement regarding subsidies, although we do not expect this current rate of growth to be sustainable throughout the year, particularly as some leading executives have voiced concerns that the fund for subsidies will run out before the deadline of January 2013.

We recently revised up our forecasts for 2012 UAE real GDP growth, and are now projecting the economy to expand 3.5% this year, up from last quarter's forecast of 3.0%. This follows an estimated 3.3% rate of expansion posted in 2011. Broadly speaking, the same problems that have been weighing on the economy since 2009 look set to continue over the coming quarters, with weakness in the domestic real estate market, anaemic credit growth and ongoing deleveraging in the private sector tempering our nearterm outlook. The country will also be hit by trade restrictions on Iran, which will also hit volumes at ports. However, the bright outlook for the hydrocarbons sector (with supply fears helping to keep oil prices high) coupled with healthy tourism growth will help the country maintain, if not spectacular, at least healthy, economic expansion. Both of these industries will also support the freight transport sector, with oil and gas and consumer goods passing through the countries' facilities.

GlobalData, the industry analysis specialist, has released its new report, "Diabetic Foot Ulcer Therapeutics - Pipeline Assessment and Market Forecasts to 2019". The report is an essential source of information and analysis on the global Diabetic Foot Ulcers Therapeutics market. The report identifies the key trends shaping and driving the global Diabetic Foot Ulcers 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 Diabetic Foot Ulcers 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, "Pancreatitis Therapeutics - Pipeline Assessment and Market Forecasts to 2019". The report is an essential source of information and analysis on the global Pancreatitis Therapeutics market. The report identifies the key trends shaping and driving the global Pancreatitis 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 Pancreatitis 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.

This profile is the essential source for top-level energy industry data and information. The report provides an overview of each of the key sub-segments of the energy industry in Romania. It details the market structure, regulatory environment, infrastructure and provides historical and forecasted statistics relating to the supply/demand balance for each of the key sub-segments. It also provides information relating to the crude oil assets (oil fields, refineries, pipelines and storage terminals) in Romania. The report compares the investment environment in Romania with other countries in the region. The profiles of the major companies operating in the crude oil sector in Romania together with the latest news and deals are also included in the report.

This profile is the essential source for top-level energy industry data and information. The report provides an overview of each of the key sub-segments of the energy industry in Norway. It details the market structure, regulatory environment, infrastructure and provides historical and forecasted statistics relating to the supply/demand balance for each of the key sub-segments. It also provides information relating to the natural gas assets (gas fields, pipelines and LNG terminals) in Norway. The report compares the investment environment in Norway with other countries in the region. The profiles of the major companies operating in the natural gas sector in Norway together with the latest news and deals are also included in the report.

An absolute palace of a property is on the open market in the Bello Lago community. The six bedroom, six bathroom, three partial bath estate is loaded with amenities and outstanding features and available for immediate purchase. With access to an outstanding Bello Lago golf course, five car parking and a private spa, it is an outstanding gateway to absolute luxury. With the market favoring million dollar properties, this palace isn’t just an outstanding home, it’s an outstanding investment.

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Champion Racing Oil is pleased to announce that in just over a year of establishing a presence on Facebook, the top-tier lubricant has gained over 25,000 Facebook “Likes”. Through its Facebook social media account Champion provides the latest racing and performance market news as well as links to their distributors, race teams, trade shows, sponsorships, promotions, and exciting new performance and racing products.

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A new project has been launched by Paul Renner, CEO Dealmaker and owner of Dealmaker Academy which involves Joint Venture (JV) and Dealmaker Training.

Several investigations for NASDAQ:PEET investors in connection with the proposed takeover of Peet's Coffee & Tea, Inc. were announced and NASDAQ:PEET stockholders should contact the Shareholders Foundation.

An investigation on behalf of current long-term investors in shares of Apollo Group Inc (NASDAQ:APOL) over potential securities laws violations by Apollo Group Inc was announced and current long-term NASDAQ:APOL investors should contact the Shareholders Foundation.

A lawsuit was filed for investors in NASDAQ:GEOY shares in effort to block the proposed takeover of GeoEye Inc. and NASDAQ:GEOY stockholders should contact the Shareholders Foundation.

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