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The Colombian construction industry demonstrated strong growth and a CAGR of 12.83% during the review period. Whilst a number of countries reported a decline in construction industry value following the global economic crisis, Colombia recorded growth of 8.4% in 2009 and 1.9% in 2010, as a result of government stimulus in infrastructure development. However, the reduction in government investments to reduce the country's fiscal deficit is expected to result in industry performance becoming dependant on private investments during the forecast period. Timetric estimates the industry will demonstrate a CAGR of 6.51% during the five-year period.

Pharmaceuticals - Top 5 Emerging Markets Industry Guide is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the Pharmaceuticals industry in each of the Top 5 Emerging markets (Brazil, China, India, Mexico and South Africa). 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.

The Brazilian health insurance category increased from BRL9.8 billion in 2007 to BRL15.1 billion in 2011, recording a CAGR of 11.27% over the review period. Over the same period, the number of new policies sold in the Brazilian health insurance category increased from 69.14 million to 88.42 million. Overall, the category is expected to record a CAGR of 6.32% over the forecast period to reach a projected value of BRL16.2 billion in 2016. Over the same period, the number of new policies sold in the Brazilian health insurance category is expected to increase from 95.66 million in 2012 to 116.34 million in 2016.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Female Infertility - Pipeline Review, H1 2012', provides an overview of the Female Infertility therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Female Infertility, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Female Infertility. 'Female Infertility - Pipeline Review, H1 2012' 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.

Global Markets Direct's, 'Osteoporosis - Pipeline Review, H1 2012', provides an overview of the Osteoporosis therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Osteoporosis, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Osteoporosis. 'Osteoporosis - Pipeline Review, H1 2012' 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.

Recently published research from Canadean, "Consumer Trends in the Suncare Market in Spain", is now available at Fast Market Research

New Food research report from Euromonitor International is now available from Fast Market Research

Business hasn’t faced a more competitive, cut-throat economic situation in a generation. As belts are tightened and spending slows to a trickle, it’s a battle for businesses of all shapes and sizes as they search for new and effective ways by which to increase sales and drive growth.

The global wireline telecommunication services market is expected to witness moderate growth over the forecast period of 2012-2017 and reach an estimated US $673 billion in 2017 with a CAGR of 2.2% over the next five years.

Raffles Praslin Seychelles is featured in Conde Nast Traveler's annual Hot List issue, the ultimate insider's guide to the hottest new hotels, spas, and restaurants of the year. Of the thousands of new properties that opened in the last year, evaluated each on a standard set of criteria including service, food, atmosphere and amenities, Raffles Praslin has been selected as one of the 60 best new hotels in the world. The resort’s spa has also made the cut in the Conde Nast Traveler’s 2012 Hot List: in the Best World Spas Accolade, as one of the Top 35 New Spas around the world.

As the London 2012 Summer Olympic Games grow near and the official cycling season begins to ramp up, men and women throughout the UK are getting in on the biking action, and getting fit in the process.

Barker and Stonehouse is pleased to announce that they have recently introduced 0% APR credit on purchases over £1500 with only a 20-percent deposit required. The fine furniture retailer is the largest independent family-run furniture retailer in the United Kingdom, and has been in business for 60 years.

Zevrix Solutions announces Output Factory 1.1.8, a feature update to its new solution to automate output from Adobe InDesign. Output Factory automates printing, exporting and post-processing from InDesign, and offers batch processing, single page export, variable file names, layer versioning, preflighting, processing history and more. The new version lets users add the entire folder contents to the file queue automatically with the option to add InDesign files from entire folder subtree.

Small business payroll software, ezPaycheck from Halfpricesoft.com, was updated with the enhanced year-to-date data entry features that eliminate this hassle to change payroll software in mid-year. Small business owners who are tired of spending more time calculating payroll wages, taxes and deductions than searching for new ways to grow business can try out EzPaycheck 2012, the new improved PC payroll processing and check printing software from www.halfpricesoft.com.

Tech-savvy online business owners have come to rely on many different techniques to market their products. Search engine optimization and pay-per-click advertising are two main staples of the online world, but business owners have recently discovered a third element that is essential for turning leads into actual sales. Many of them are now talking about the landing page and its role in generating sales. For those who are still asking themselves, “What is a landing page?” there is one website that provides a clear explanation of the landing page’s function and how it affects online business.

In May, there will be special awards for engineer to order firms launched, however inquiries for applications are being accepted now. Engineer to Order manufacturers have had a singular voice over the past twelve years, Industrial Journalist TR Cutler. According to Cutler, “ETO manufacturers are finally ready for recognition and public awareness of their unique process. The result is the first annual TR Cutler ETO Manufacturing Awards.

DG (NASDAQ: DGIT), a leading global ad management and distribution platform, has announced the appointment of company veteran Darren Stokes to the position of Vice President and General Manager of MIJO Canada, a division of DG.

New Jersey Refinancing Expert Tom Altieri explains all about the revamped government program that provides refinancing options to homeowners who owe more on their mortgage than their house it worth called HARP 2.0.

VibraSlim’s vibration training machines are now being used for a diverse range of sports training in addition to the many health benefits it has been used for the past 20 years.

While the majority of Canadians recognize the importance of having a sufficiently funded retirement plan, a recent poll by TD Insurance Risky Business showed a large number of them do not place the same amount of emphasis on having a secure life insurance policy.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.

Murfreesboro Tennessee based Mortgage Expert finally reveals the secrets at a brand new website www.murfreesboromortgagelenders.com This site is loaded with FREE REPORTS, an informative home buying guide, mortgage calculators consumers can use to run various loan scenarios and home buying resources you can use to save time and money before and after you purchase your home.

Fully covered: Demand for warranties will rebound slowly as consumer confidence picks up.

Soft demand: Industry revenue has struggled as large projects have been put on hold

The leading robotic material handling company, Seegrid Corp., announced the issuance of US Patent No. 8,169,596 B2, relating to an obstacle detection system; formally known as “System and Method Using a Multi-Plane Curtain.”