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In 2013, Brazil witnessed an increase of women's participation in the labour market, which increased by 6% according to the Ministry of Labour and Employment. This fact had a positive impact on sales of more added-value products in womenswear as women are getting more independent and raising their disposable income.

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Singapore's construction sector has experienced a rebound in growth from the low of Q413. Although this uptick was primarily due to the public sector, we believe the private sector is still set to play a significant role in driving construction growth over the rest of 2014. As such, although we still expect a moderation in Singapore's construction growth over the 2014-2020 period (as our assumptions for such a slowdown remain relevant), we revised up our construction growth forecasts for 2014 to 5.9% (previously 5.5%).

Sales of home care grew by 2% in current terms in 2013, buoyed by manufacturers adding value through products that offered convenience to the Australian consumer. In most cases, manufacturers offered convenience through concentrated variants of products as this simplified product usage and storage. Although compaction in packaging impacted sales in volume terms due to lower consumption, higher unit prices from this type of product drove value sales during the year.

While GDP grew by only 1.9% in 2012, the latest figures available from the National Institute of Statistics and Census indicate that in the first quarter of 2013 the economy grew by 3%. The momentum of the economy in the early months of the year was a result of salary increases. However, high inflation reduced purchasing power in the second half of the year, negatively impacting consumption and the economy in general. According to estimates by private bodies, inflation in Argentina is one of...

Amarantus BioScience has acquired rights to two diagnostic platforms for the diagnosis of neurodegenerative diseases and oncology such as nuropro diagnostic blood test platform and lympro Alzheimer's disease diagnostic blood test. The company offers treatment services for neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease, ALS and alzheimer's disease, and cardiovascular diseases including myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease and heart failure. The company holds license to Eltoprazine, owns intellectual property rights for Mesencephalic-Astrocyte-derived Neurotrophic Factor and license to the LymPro Test. Its partners include Banyan Biomarkers, Brewer Sports International, Memory Dx, LLC, and Psychogenics, Inc. Amarantus BioSciences is headquartered in Sunnyvale, the US.

BMI View: Indonesia has the potential to be one of the most attractive markets for commercial real estate investment in the Asia-Pacific region with a large, youthful population and a strong economic trajectory providing the basis for long-term demand for retail, as well as office an industrial space. While the long-term picture looks rosy, we warn that a more cautious economic outlook will lead to slower demand over 2014, with the measures taken by the government to prevent over-heating having a stymieing effect on business sentiment and demand for new property. We do, however, see opportunities for investors in new property, who may capitalise on lower prices and the potential for generous long-term gains.

This report is the result of Timetric's extensive market research covering the institutional construction construction industry in Peru. It contains detailed historic and forecast market value data for the institutional construction construction industry, including a breakdown of the data by construction activity (new construction, repair and maintenance, refurbishment and demolition). 'Institutional Construction in Peru to 2018: Market Forecast' provides a top-level overview and detailed insight into the operating environment of the institutional construction construction industry in Peru. It is an essential tool for companies active across the Peruvian construction value chain and for new players considering to enter the market.

Depilatory Products in Netherlands by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers hair removal creams, waxes/sugars, mousses/gels and other products, wax strips & hair bleachers/lighteners for women. Market value is based on sales through all retail channels including direct to consumer. Market size for Depilatory Products in Netherlands is given in EUR with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for Netherlands. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Early sales trends show that 2014 will be a very challenging year for automakers operating in the Algerian market, in line with BMI's forecasts. In Q114, new vehicle sales were down by nearly 30% year-on-year (y-o-y), to 85,000 units, according to an April 2014 report in El Watan. Auto imports were reportedly down by over 50% in January alone. Even the annual motor show, held in March, failed to provide a lift to sales, with dealerships reportedly having to slash prices in order to gain customers. Underlining the precarious state of the market, the local Libert? newspaper has quoted the President of the ACAA, Abderrezzak Lachachi, as stating that several dealerships will close this year.

LOHAS increasingly shapes consumer demand in health and beauty specialist retailers in Denmark. Danes prefer personal care products and dietary supplements which are beneficial for their health and not hazardous to the environment. The two factors are increasingly viewed as interlinked. Accordingly, demand for hypo-allergenic, sustainable and organic/natural products increased steadily over the review period, making the eco-friendly and fair trade certified beauty specialist retailer The Body Shop one of the fastest-growing players in the channel. Leading players Apoteket and Matas also position themselves strongly on the LOHAS trend and for instance carry extensive choice in personal care products carrying the Swan consumer eco-label (Svanemaerket), including within the Matas private label range.

In 2013 meat achieved total volume growth of 2% as it continued to recover from the 2011 drought and the 2012 outbreak of avian flu. In 2013 there was more stability in terms of supply and prices in meat.

Feminine Hygiene in South Korea by Mintel Global Market Navigator provides you with annual year-end market size data, most recently updated in 2014. This market covers pads, tampons and liners and other feminine hygiene products. It excludes adult diapers and incontinence products. Market value is based on sales through all retail channels including direct to consumers. Market size for Feminine Hygiene in South Korea is given in KRW with a minimum of five years' historical data. Market Forecast is provided for five years. Included with this snapshot is socio-economic data for South Korea. Population, Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Exchange Rates.

Germany's housing market recorded an increased number of new dwellings with an improved level of heat insulation, which dampened sales of traditional heating appliances in Germany. Heat insulation was important to consumers, as proper installation did not only reduce the running costs of central heating systems, but also diminished the need for additional heating appliances, such as oil-filled radiators and fan heaters. As a result, heating appliances saw a decline in volume terms in 2013.

The 7% current value growth recorded in luxury mobile phones in Germany in 2013 was a substantially slower rate of growth than the overall growth recorded in mobile phones. Luxury mobile phones remains the only relevant category in luxury electronic gadgets in Germany following the demise of luxury MP3 players in 2011 as all brands in the category were withdrawn. The far superior performance recorded in mobile phones overall is due to the extremely strong growth recorded in the use of...

The results of the leading Brazilian insurance companies in relation to 2013 totally vindicate our view that Brazil is 'one of the most exciting and dynamic insurance markets globally. A deteriorating, but far from disastrous, economic environment has apparently had no adverse impact on the leading life insurers, non-life insurers or specialty health insurers. Both sectors are benefiting from positive 'demand pull' and 'supply push' factors. Both the major segments are being boosted by first-time users of insurance products. Some of the life companies have reported surging sales in VGBL, PGBL and (especially) Capitalizacao savings bonds over the last year.

GlobalData's new report, "BRIC Cardiac Rhythm Management Market Outlook to 2020", provides key market data on the BRIC Cardiac Rhythm Management Devices market. The report provides value, in millions of US dollars, and volume (in units) and average price data (in US dollars), within market categories - Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (Defibrillators and Pacemakers), Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators, Implantable Loop Recorders and Pacemakers.

The report “Cereal Ingredients Market By Type - (Wheat, Rice, Oat, Corn, Barley), Application (Hot Breakfast Cereal, Cold Breakfast Cereal), & Geography - Global Trends & Forecast to 2019”, defines and segments the breakfast cereal ingredient market with a perusal of the global market size in terms of value ($million) and volume (MT). It also identifies the driving and restraining factors for this market with an analysis of trends, opportunities, burning issues, winning imperatives, and challenges. The market segment includes breakfast cereal ingredients by type, by application, and by geography.

Air-Tro Heating and Air Conditioning, a company that specializes in cooling and heating equipment, repairs, installs, and maintenance, recently announced its decision to offer HERO financing to property owners in southern California communities.

Kustom Koozies a leading provider of personalized can coolers announces the top 6 wedding graphics in 2014.

Dentistry is a field in which America leads the world, and good dental health is much more important to the average American than almost anyone else in the world. This of course drives practitioners to excel, and new techniques are arriving every day to better take care of patients’ dental needs. As a result many practitioners actually fall behind in their practices and cannot offer the best solutions. Not so with newly opened Ortega River Dentistry, who have invested into providing even better services to clients.

Pest control can be a nightmare, especially as summer begins to arrive and new colonies of ants, spiders and other insects are at a high for the year. Many people use astringent chemicals or noxious aerosols to try and deal broadly with these problems but only succeed in reducing the number of insects, and cannot eliminate them. Rather simply litter their homes with insect corpses, citizens of Tampa Florida can enlist Earth’s Best Pest Control, who make environmentally friendly pesticides to remove problem bugs on their behalf. They have recently extended their range of environmentally pesticides and services.

The report defines and segments the "IC Packaging Materials Market in Semiconductor by Types (Organic Substrates, Bonding Wires, Lead frames, Ceramic Packages, and so on), Packaging Technologies (SOP, GA, QFN, DFN, and others), and Geography - Regional Trends & Forecast to 2019" with an analysis and forecast of revenues of types such as organic substrates, bonding wires, leadframes, encapsulation resins, and so on) individually. Along with this, the revenue of materials by types such as packaging technologies, and geography are also discussed.

Lola’s Mexican Kitchen in Stamford has introduced their weekly specials for summer 2014. Bar goers and Mexican food lovers won’t want to miss Happy Hour Tuesday through Friday from 4-8pm featuring $3 beers, $4 wine and sangria, and $5 margaritas and mixed drinks. The best happy hour in Stamford also includes a $5 bar menu with Lola’s Stamford specialties such as Chipotle Guacamole, Shrimp ceviche, Blue Corn Calamari, and Mini Empanadas.

Diamonds provide a special product to celebrate any occasion. They show the amount of affection a person has for their loved ones. With a large showroom, and many more products in their catalog, Safian & Rudolph Jewelers is announcing their expanded collection of diamond rings in their inventory. The vast amount of rings give clients a wide selection of designs and styles to put their personalities on display.