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Cotton wool/buds/pads continued to be driven by consumer demand for convenience, the category saw a marginal increase in volume terms in 2011, mainly as a result of cotton wool/buds/pads being easily replaced by other facial care products. The main consumers focused more on efficient and high-quality products. Danish women use cotton wool/ buds/pads on daily basis to cleanse, tone, remove make-up and also nail polish.

Home insecticides are widely used by consumers in Slovakia, as protection against different types of insects is necessary in many regions of the country. Home insecticides in Slovakia is impacted by seasonality of demand, while the eastern and southern regions of the country regularly face floods and mosquito proliferation as a result. Consumers also place particular emphasis on protection against ticks, which are dangerous and widely present throughout the country.

Internal consumption and export dynamics showed some optimism for jeans. The leading segment was men's jeans but the expected increase did not lead to pre-crisis sizes, although this may improve in the medium to long-term.

Products on offer in deodorants became more complex than ever in 2011, which tended to sustain sales but also have an ambivalent effect. According to company sources, there were more and more subcategories and segment in brands' ranges, which blurred consumers' minds, particularly for men: Almost all players in deodorants launched their own men's range, from classical to natural/eco-friendly and skin-caring deodorants, during the last couple of years of the review period. This diversification...

The blood-brain barrier (BBB) and the blood cerebrospinal fluid barrier (BCSFB) exist to protect the brain, stringently regulating the passage of substances in and out. This report examines the ways in which these natural barriers may be overcome or circumvented to ensure that drugs can reach their intended target in the brain.

BMI View: Mexico has swapped positions with Brazil within BMI's Risk/Reward Rating assessment in Q412, indicating the possibility of fundamental changes in the two markets due to the macroeconomic factors. We note that the improving regulatory environment as well as the outperforming economic growth makes Mexican pharmaceutical market more attractive to multinational drugmakers.

BMI's Iraq Defence & Security Report for Q3 2012 examines the country's strategic position in the Middle East and the wider world. It provides an overview of the contemporary geopolitical challenges facing the country, and the challenges it may face in the future.

Bulgaria has seen population declines since 1990, and the number of live births fell from around 76,000 in 2010 to around 71,000 in 2011. Although the birth rate is not the only issue causing this negative trend, it is one of the most important factors affecting demand for nappies/diapers/pants.

The Australian packaging industry is being shaped by cost-neutral, easy-to-handle, shelf-optimised and sustainable packaging. Based on consumer needs, brand manufacturers and packers continued to invest in developing packaging that is convenient, eco-friendly and protects products. Innovation in design, materials and efficiency served to meet cost and environmental concerns, as well as convenience and safety issues. Companies are looking for new ways to differentiate their products in a crowded...

In 2010, the number of live births was 22,343 children (11,504 boys and 10,839 girls), the most in the past 20 years, and 487 more than in 2009, or an average of 10.9 per 1,000 population. The baby boom and the fact that nappy (diaper) rash treatments drove the growth of medicated skin care in Slovenia in 2011, demonstrate that at this time, demographic factors are important in medicated skin care.

Since 2008 Romania has endured economic crisis and consumers have become increasingly poor. The statistics show little improvement in the macroeconomic indicators and growth is inconsistent and not constant. Consumption patterns vary and inertia has maintained some consumption habits for longer than expected, slowing down the trend of decreasing consumption. Moreover, on the beauty and cosmetics market very few products are perceived as luxury and most as necessity - meaning that, when...

During the review period the growth of the economy generated an expansion in construction because many people and companies with more disposable income were willing to buy real estate properties as an investment or for personal use. This growth considerably increased the prices of real estate in the country, and also reduced the availability of real estate properties. Shopping centres that expanded to other cities became an important location for consumer foodservice restaurants to grow.

In-car entertainment products remained very popular among Moroccan consumers and gained further momentum over the review period, when retail volume sales saw a CAGR of 6%. However, demand remained mostly limited to high-income consumers, as prices remained unaffordable to the majority of Moroccans.

Global Market Direct's pharmaceuticals report, "Jenken Biosciences, Inc - Product Pipeline Review - 2012" provides data on the Jenken Biosciences, 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.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Hyperparathyroidism - Pipeline Review, H2 2012', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Hyperparathyroidism, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Hyperparathyroidism. Hyperparathyroidism - 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.

Published by Canadean, this Quarterly Beverage Tracker report provides a detailed analysis of the latest developments in the Brazil beverage market

GlobalData's new report, "Czech Republic Diabetes Care Devices Market Outlook to 2018 - Glucose Monitoring and Insulin Delivery" provides key market data on the Czech Republic Diabetes Care Devices market. The report provides value (USD million), volume (units) and average price (USD) data for each segment and sub-segment within two market categories - Glucose Monitoring and Insulin Delivery. The report also provides company shares and distribution shares data for each of the aforementioned market categories. The report is supplemented with global corporate-level profiles of the key market participants with information on company financials and pipeline products, wherever available.

"Sustainability in the Global Construction Industry 2012-2013: A Global CEO Survey" is a new report by Timetric that analyzes how senior level executives in the construction industry perceive sustainability. The report contains in-depth analysis on the principal drivers and challenges with regards to sustainability plus the market-specific growth opportunities associated with the implementation of sustainable practices. It also benchmarks successful sustainable initiatives and energy-efficiency measures adopted by various companies. This report also examines the impact of sustainability on profits and cost saving targets set by companies. It also analyzes the procurement strategies and practices being undertaken; category-level spending outlooks; changes in sustainable procurement budgets; supplier selection criteria and investment opportunities available for leading purchase decision makers. The report identifies key drivers and practices of green marketing, and the channels used to effectively market green credentials.

The South Korean personal accident and health insurance market grew at a healthy rate during the review period (2007-2011). This growth was generated by the country's high traffic accident ratio, ageing population, increased penetration of health insurance products, rising disposable income and improved awareness of the benefits of health insurance. Over the forecast period, the growth in the insurance segment will be driven by the increased participation of private health insurers, as the government implements measures to contain the country's rising public healthcare expenditure.

Household Appliances - BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, China) Industry Guide is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, China) Household Appliances industry. The report includes easily comparable data on market value, volume, segmentation and market share, plus full five year market forecasts. It examines future problems, innovations and potential growth areas within the market.

Global Market Direct's pharmaceuticals report, "GenSpera, Inc. - Product Pipeline Review - 2012" provides data on the GenSpera, 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.

Global Market Direct's pharmaceuticals report, "AnaptysBio, Inc. - Product Pipeline Review - 2012" provides data on the AnaptysBio, 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.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Infantile Hemangiomas - Pipeline Review, H2 2012', provides an overview of the indication's therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Infantile Hemangiomas, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Infantile Hemangiomas. Infantile Hemangiomas - 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.

In search of where to go to get away from Sandy? One great option to escape is to take an unexpected vacation in at the Catskills and Hudson Valley. Catskills lodging is the best place people can reach to escape the cold and with or without gas you can reach this secured spot that has all facilities. When storm turns out in a place, the known fact is the cut-­off of electricity supply, gas supply and other such essential supplies that keep the home running.

TechNavio's analysts forecast the Global Service Delivery Platform market in the Communication industry to grow at a CAGR of 11.74 percent over the period 2011-2015. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing development of communication services. The Global Service Delivery Platform market in the Communication industry has also been witnessing the increasing availability of wireless services. However, the emergence of content-rich services could pose a challenge to the growth of this market.