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Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston, Texas-based market research firm, has completed its latest research on the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry.  (See: https://www.plunkettresearch.com/industries/transportation-supply-chain-logistics-industry-market-research/).  This revised and updated data is part of our massive Plunkett Research Online subscription service, where we continuously monitor the worlds 40 most vital business sectors, including such industries as retailing, artificial intelligence, health care, sports/recreation and much, much more.  Our analysts and market research continually monitor the world’s leading industries and companies and post thorough updates yearly.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries
  • Statistical Tables

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry

  1. Introduction to the Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry
  2. 3PL Logistics Services and Supply Chain Management Services Evolve & Consolidate
  3. FedEx, UPS & DHL Compete in Global Shipping and Logistics/Amazon.com Begins to Fulfill its Own Shipping Needs
  4. Trucking Companies Focus on Driver Challenges, Regulatory Issues & Self-Driving Trucks
  5. Freight Railways Invest in Automation, Infrastructure and Safety
  6. China Makes Immense Investments in Railroads, Highways, Airports & Silk Road
  7. High Speed Passenger Trains, Including Maglev, Advance in China and Europe
  8. U.S. Passenger Train Projects Receive Funding, Including Light Rail and All Aboard Florida
  9. Ships Get Bigger and More Efficient
  10. Ports and Canals Expand to Accommodate Larger Vessels and Increased Shipment Volume
  11. Discount Airlines Compete with Legacy Airlines, but the Differences Are Beginning to Blur
  12. Boeing and Airbus Compete for New Orders
  13. New Aircraft Designs Offer Greater Passenger Comfort/More Efficient Engines
  14. Airports Expand
  15. New Technologies Show Promise for Port and Airport Security
  16. RFID Drives Inventory Management Evolution
  17. Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in Vehicles: Telematics, ITS and Real Time Traffic Information
  18. India’s Transportation Infrastructure Needs Billions of Dollars in Construction
  19. Uber, Lyft and Didi Dominate the Car on Demand (Raid Hailing) Industry
  20. Self-Driving, Autonomous Cars Receive Massive Investments in Research and Development Worldwide
  21. Bicycle Sharing Is Well Established in Major Cities
  22. Smart Cities Utilize Sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Create Privacy and Security Issues
  23. Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation Revolutionize Supply Chain and Logistics Systems
  24. The Future of Transportation and Supply Chains: Massive Investments in Infrastructure & Mobility Services

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry Statistics

  1. Transportation Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. U.S. Transportation & Warehousing Industry Revenues: 2019-2022
  3. U.S. Transportation & Warehousing Industry Expenses: 2019-2022
  4. Top 50 Countries Providing U.S. Imports of Goods: 2016-2023
  5. Top 50 Countries Receiving U.S. Exports of Goods: 2015-2023
  6. Top 10 U.S. Airlines & Airports Ranked by 2023 System Scheduled Enplanements
  7. Quarterly U.S. Scheduled Service Passenger Airlines Financial Reports: 3rd Quarter 2022-3rd Quarter 2023
  8. Total Scheduled U.S. International Passenger Traffic, U.S. Commercial Air Carriers: 2010-2043
  9. Air Carrier Traffic Statistics, U.S.: 2000-July 2023
  10. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Transportation, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2022-2024

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston, Texas-based market research firm, has completed its latest research on the Food Industry.  (See: https://www.plunkettresearch.com/industries/food-beverage-grocery-market-research/).  This revised and updated data is part of our massive Plunkett Research Online subscription service, where we continuously monitor the worlds 40 most vital business sectors, including such industries as retailing, artificial intelligence, health care, sports/recreation and much, much more.  Our analysts and market research continually monitor the world’s leading industries and companies and post thorough updates yearly.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Food Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries
  • Statistical Tables

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Food Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends and Technologies Affecting the Food Industry

  1. Introduction to the Food Industry
  2. The State of the Food Industry Today
  3. Genetically Modified (GM) Seeds and Crops Planted in Dozens of Nations/Agribio R&D Investment Is High
  4. Genetically Modified (GM) Foods Prompt Controversy, Labeling and Legislation
  5. Plant-Based Meat Substitutes Developed
  6. Selective Breeding, Mutagenesis and Gene-Editing, Including CRISPR, as Alternatives to GM Seeds
  7. Obesity Sparks Government, School and Corporate Initiatives/Snack Foods Get Healthier
  8. Organic Food Sales Continue Global Growth/Locally Sourced Foods and Farm to Table Increase in Popularity
  9. McDonald’s and Other Fast Food Companies Reposition to Adapt to New Consumer Tastes and Robotics
  10. Demand for Home Grocery Delivery Service Such as Instacart and Amazon Fresh Soars
  11. Grubhub, DoorDash and Others Deliver Restaurant Meals and Household Items to Homes
  12. Precision Agriculture Technologies (AgTech), Farm Robotics, GPS and Irrigation Market Grows Worldwide/Hi Tech Greenhouses
  13. Drones Provide New Tools for Precision Agriculture
  14. Aquaculture Gains Major Fish Supply Market Share
  15. Packaging Technology Improves/Walmart, Amazon and Coca-Cola Boost Packaging Sustainability
  16. Retail Technologies Advance for Restaurant Online Ordering, along with Robotics and Automation
  17. RFID Drives Inventory Management Evolution
  18. Walmart Still Leads the Retail Industry, but Invests in Web Presence to Battle Amazon
  19. Private Label Brands Grow in Share of Total Store Sales
  20. Consumers Drive a Revolution in the Food Industry, Demanding Fresher, More Natural Foods, Creating both Pain and Opportunities
  21. Food Recycling Efforts Underway
  22. Wages Rise for Restaurant, Hotel and Hospitality Workers
  23. Fast Food Faces Stiff Competition from Casual Dining Restaurants (Fast Casual/ Fast Fine)
  24. Food Trucks Enjoy a Boom
  25. Meal Kits from Firms like Blue Apron Make It Easy to Prepare Home-Cooked Meals
  26. Craft/Microbreweries Proliferate
  27. ALDI Scores Big Market Share in the U.S., UK and Europe with its Discount Supermarkets and Aggressive Investment/Walmart Dominates Grocery Retailing
  28. The Future of the Food Industry, Agriculture, Food Demand, Supermarkets and Online Food Retailing

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Food Industry Statistics

  1. U.S. Food Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Global Food Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  3. Food Sales, U.S.: 2020-September 2023
  4. Income Statement for U.S. Farm Sector: 2019-2023
  5. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Agriculture, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
  6. Value Added to the U.S. Economy by the Agricultural Sector via the Production of Goods and Services: 2018-2023
  7. Summary of U.S. Agricultural Trade Projections: Fiscal Years 2020-2031
  8. Total U.S. Agricultural Commodity Exports & Imports, Top Ten Countries: 2018-February 2023
  9. Food Industry Employment, U.S.: 2018-October 2023
  10. Food Preparation and Serving Related Employment and Wage Estimates by Occupation, U.S.: May 2022
  11. World Supply & Utilization of Major Crops: 2021-2024
  12. World Supply & Utilization of Major Animal Products: 2019-Oct 2024

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston, Texas-based market research firm, has completed its latest research on the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry Almanac 2024: Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry.  (See: https://www.plunkettresearch.com/industries/consumer-products-cosmetics-hair-personal-services-market-research/).  This revised and updated data is part of our massive Plunkett Research Online subscription service, where we continuously monitor the worlds 40 most vital business sectors, including such industries as retailing, artificial intelligence, health care, sports/recreation and much, much more.  Our analysts and market research continually monitor the world’s leading industries and companies and post thorough updates yearly.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries
  • Statistical Tables

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry

  1. Introduction to the Consumer Products & Services Industry
  2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Consumer Products & Services Industry
  3. Online Marketing, Social Media and Ecommerce Enable Startups/Disruption in Consumer Products and Cosmetics
  4. A Growing Middle Class in Emerging Markets Creates Vast New Opportunities for Consumer Products
  5. Amazon’s Online Market Share Dominates/Temu & Shein Compete Aggressively
  6. LOHAS-Socially Conscious Consumers Create Challenges and Opportunities for Advertisers and Marketers
  7. Private Label Brands Grow in Share of Total Store Sales
  8. Diverse Selling Techniques Boost Direct Marketers and Non-Store Sales
  9. Super Beauty Stores Combine Shopping with Personal Care Services
  10. Up and Coming Independent Beauty Products Firms Snapped Up by Major Players
  11. Social Media Spurs Beauty Products Sales Among Millennials and Teens
  12. Beauty Products Firms Target Unique Needs of Diverse Consumers Worldwide
  13. Regis Dominates the Hair Salon Business/Product Sales Enhance Salon Profits
  14. Blowout Bars Proliferate
  15. Natural/Organic Consumer Products Attract Greater Market Share
  16. Organic Food Sales Continue Global Growth/Locally Sourced Foods and Farm to Table Increase in Popularity
  17. Consumers Drive a Revolution in the Food Industry, Demanding Fresher, More Natural Foods, Creating both Pain and Opportunities
  18. Wellness, Beauty and Health Converge in Consumer Products and Services
  19. Market for CBD Remains Steady
  20. CBD Oil and Hemp Cultivation, Production and Distribution Challenges
  21. The Future of CBD

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry Statistics

  1. Consumer Goods & Services Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Annual Consumer Price Index, 1950-2023, U.S.
  3. Average Annual Expenditures of All Consumer Households: 2017-2022, U.S.
  4. Distribution of Total U.S. Annual Household Expenditures, by Major Category: 2022
  5. Total U.S. Disposable Income, Expenditures & Gross Domestic & National Product Per Capita: Selected Years, 1960-2023 Q3
  6. Consumer Goods & Services Retail Sales by Kind of Business, U.S.: 2018-2023
  7. U.S. Exports & Imports of Food: 2015-2022
  8. U.S. Exports & Imports of Beverages & Tobacco Products: 2015-2022
  9. U.S. Exports & Imports of Apparel Products: 2015-2022
  10. U.S. Exports & Imports of Paper: 2015-2022
  11. U.S. Exports & Imports of Pharmaceuticals & Medicines: 2015-2022
  12. U.S. Exports & Imports of Soaps, Cleaning Compounds & Toilet Preparations: 2015-2022
  13. Consumer Goods & Services Industry Employment, U.S.: 2016-2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston, Texas-based market research firm, has completed its latest research on the Green Technology Industry.  (See: https://www.plunkettresearch.com/industries/green-technology-greentech-cleantech-market-research/).  This revised and updated data is part of our massive Plunkett Research Online subscription service, where we continuously monitor the worlds 40 most vital business sectors, including such industries as retailing, artificial intelligence, health care, sports/recreation and much, much more.  Our analysts and market research continually monitor the world’s leading industries and companies and post thorough updates yearly.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Green Technology Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries
  • Statistical Tables

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Green Technology Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends and Technologies Affecting the Green Technology Industry

  1. Introduction to the Green Technology and Sustainability Industry
  2. Demand for Green Technologies, Sustainability and Conservation Practices Evolves, Fueling Investment and New Product Development
  3. Water Conservation Technologies to Enjoy Tremendous Growth/China Targets Desalination
  4. Garbage Recycling Flourishes/Plasma Arc Gasification Technology Looks Promising
  5. Food Recycling Efforts Underway
  6. Biomass, Waste-to-Energy, Waste Methane and Biofuels from Algae
  7. Smart Cities Utilize Sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Create Privacy and Security Issues
  8. Packaging Technology Improves/Walmart, Amazon and Coca-Cola Boost Packaging Sustainability
  9. Lower Energy Intensity Is a Prime Focus in China/U.S. Achieves Dramatic Energy Intensity Reductions
  10. Interest in Geoengineering Grows
  11. Environmentalists Campaign for a Greener Chemical Industry
  12. Homes and Commercial Buildings Seek Green Certification
  13. The Internet of Things (IoT) and M2M to Boom, Enhanced by Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Open New Avenues for Hacking
  14. Major Technology Research in Batteries/Massive Investments in Battery Factories and Power Storage
  15. Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Power Research Continues/Fuel Cell Cars Enter Market
  16. Fuel Efficiency Continues to Improve
  17. Electric Cars (EVs) and Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) See Massive New Investments by Auto Makers
  18. Smart Electric Grid Technologies Are Adopted/Massive Utilities Investment Needed
  19. Storage Battery Technologies and Installations Boom Worldwide
  20. Superconductivity Provides Advanced Electricity Distribution Technology
  21. Electric Utilities Adopt Coal Emissions Scrubbers While the Industry Tests Carbon Capture and Clean Coal Technologies
  22. Bio-plastics Become a Reality/Plastic Packaging Made from Corn and Soy
  23. New Display Technologies with PLEDs
  24. Apparel Manufacturing Goes Green
  25. Precision Agriculture Technologies (AgTech), Farm Robotics, GPS and Irrigation Market Grows Worldwide/Hi Tech Greenhouses
  26. Natural/Organic Consumer Products Attract Greater Market Share
  27. Breakthroughs in Plastic Recycling
  28. Green Consumers Push Demand for Recycled and Re-Sale Clothing

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Green Technology Industry Statistical Tables & Charts

  1. GreenTech Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Global Alternative Energy Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  3. Energy Production by Renewable Energy, U.S.: Selected Years, 1955-2022
  4. Total Renewable Electricity Net Generation by Source & State, U.S.: 2022
  5. Estimated Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCOE) for New Electricity Generation by Energy Source
  6. U.S. Renewable Energy Consumption by Energy Source, 2016 vs. 2022
  7. Fuel Ethanol Production & Consumption, U.S.: 1990- August 2023
  8. Biodiesel Production & Consumption, U.S.: 2002- August 2023
  9. Federal R&D Funding by Character of Work and Facilities and Equipment, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2022-2024
  10. Federal R&D Budget & Distribution by Agency, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2022-2024
  11. U.S. Department of Energy Funding for Science & Energy Programs: 2022-2024
  12. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Energy, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2022-2024
  13. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Basic Research, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2022-2024
  14. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Transportation, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
  15. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Agriculture, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
  16. Federal Funding for Research, by Agency & Field of Science & Engineering, U.S.: Fiscal Year 2022
  17. Top 10 Countries by Installed Wind Generating Capacity: 2022
  18. Top 15 U.S. States by Installed Wind Generating Capacity: 1st Quarter 2023

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston, Texas-based market research firm, has completed its latest research on the E-Commerce & Internet Business Industry.  (See: https://www.plunkettresearch.com/industries/ecommerce-internet-technology-market-research/).  This revised and updated data is part of our massive Plunkett Research Online subscription service, where we continuously monitor the worlds 40 most vital business sectors, including such industries as retailing, artificial intelligence, health care, sports/recreation and much, much more.  Our analysts and market research continually monitor the world’s leading industries and companies and post thorough updates yearly.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the E-Commerce & Internet Business Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries
  • Statistical Tables

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the E-Commerce & Internet Business Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the E-Commerce & Internet Business

  1. Introduction to the E-Commerce & Internet Business
  2. Bricks, Clicks and Catalogs Create Synergies While Online Sales Growth Surges
  3. Amazon’s Online Market Share Dominates/Temu & Shein Compete Aggressively)
  4. Package and Food Delivery by Drone
  5. Wi-Fi Enables Wireless Traffic Growth, Including the Internet of Things (IoT)
  6. Global Internet Market Tops 5.40 Billion Users/Ultrafast Broadband Expands, both Fixed and Wireless
  7. Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Gains Traction
  8. Cloud Computing and Software as a Service (SaaS) Point the Way to the Future
  9. China Is the World’s Largest E-Commerce Market and Continues to Boom
  10. India Is the New E-Commerce Battle Ground
  11. Overview of the Social Media Industry/TikTok Soars to 150 U.S. Million Users, Faces Ownership Legislation
  12. Social Media Rakes in Global Online Shopping and Ad Revenues
  13. Digital & Search Advertising Has Larger Share of U.S. Advertising Market Than TV
  14. Programmatic Ad Buying Dominates the Digital Media Market
  15. Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) /Hotels Fight to Keep Control of the Customer
  16. Pandora and Spotify Lead in Streaming Music Via Internet Radio but Face Challenge from Apple Music/SiriusXM Tops 33.97 Million Subscribers
  17. Overview of the Mobile Apps Industry
  18. Quality of Care and Health Care Outcomes Data Are Available Online, Creating a New Level of Transparency
  19. Smartphones and Neobanks Replace Bank Branches and Tellers
  20. Insurance Direct Selling and E-Commerce Grow
  21. The Internet of Things (IoT) and M2M to Boom, Enhanced by Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Open New Avenues for Hacking
  22. Designers and Manufacturers Bypass the Middleman with Direct-to-Consumer Online Business Models
  23. Fashion Rental Pioneered by Online Apparel Firm Rent the Runway
  24. Smaller Satellites (SmallSats and CubeSats) and Low Earth Orbit Revolutionize Telecommunications
  25. Sharing Economy Gains Market Share in Travel with Online Sites Like Airbnb, Vrbo and Many Global Competitors
  26. Digital Assistants Include Amazon’s Echo and Google’s Home/Alexa and Similar Software Power Third-Party Developers
  27. Amazon Becomes One of the World’s Leading Sellers of Apparel and Shoes
  28. The Metaverse Has Difficulties Gaining Steam
  29. OpenAI (ChatGPT), StabilityAI, Anthropic (Claude) and Others Launch Impressive Tools that Generate Text, Art, Code and Smart ChatBots
  30. Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3-D Technologies Create Opportunities for the Tech Industry/Immersion Games to Grow
  31. Regulatory Environment Is Challenging for Online Businesses and Social Media

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following E-Commerce & Internet Business Statistics

  1. Ecommerce & Internet Business Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. U.S. Computer Software & Related Services Quarterly Revenue: Q4 2022-Q3 2023
  3. U.S. Retail Trade and Ecommerce Sales: 2019-2022
  4. Total & Ecommerce Sales for Electronic Shopping & Mail-Order Houses, by Merchandise Line, U.S.: 2019-2022
  5. Internet Publishing & Broadcasting & Web Search Portals: Estimated Revenue U.S.: 2017-2023
  6. Internet Access Technologies Compared
  7. Number of Business & Residential High Speed Internet Lines, U.S.: 2019-2024
  8. Amazon.com, Inc. Annual Sales & Income: 2017-2023
  9. Employment in Ecommerce & Internet-related Fields, U.S.: 2002-2023
  10. Estimated Quarterly U.S. Retail and Ecommerce Sales: 1st Quarter 2012-3rd Quarter 2023

March 03, 2024

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Sharing & Gig Economy, Freelance Workers & On-Demand Delivery Industry.  (Plunkett’s Sharing & Gig Economy, Freelance Workers & On-Demand Delivery Industry Almanac 2024, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=sharing-gig-economy-freelance-workers-demand-delivery-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Sharing & Gig Economy, Freelance Workers & On-Demand Delivery Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 238

Statistical Tables Provided: 03

Companies Profiled: 150

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Sharing & Gig Economy, Freelance Workers & On-Demand Delivery Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Sharing & Gig Economy, Freelance Workers & On-Demand Delivery Industry

  1. Introduction to the Sharing & Gig Economy Industry
  2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Sharing & Gig Economy
  3. The Sharing & Gig Economy’s Effect on Employment, Work Life and Careers
  4. Gig Workers’/Drivers’ Rights & Employment Status Evolve
  5. Repairs, Errand-Running, Pet Walking and Assembly-on-Demand Businesses Evolve
  6. Sharing Economy Gains Market Share in Travel with Online Sites Like Airbnb, Vrbo and Many Global Competitors
  7. Private Jet Sharing and Rentals Are Big Business/Semi-Private Airlines Compete
  8. Uber, Lyft and Didi Dominate the Car on Demand (Ride Hailing) Industry
  9. Self-Driving, Autonomous Cars Receive Massive Investments in Research and Development Worldwide
  10. Bicycle Sharing Grows, Is Well Established in Major Cities
  11. Demand for Home Grocery Delivery Service Such as Instacart and Amazon Fresh Soars
  12. Meal Kits from Firms like Blue Apron Make It Easy to Prepare Home-Cooked Meals
  13. Grubhub, DoorDash and Others Deliver Restaurant Meals and Household Items to Homes
  14. Fashion Rental Pioneered by Online Apparel Firm Rent the Runway
  15. Shared Spaces for Co-Living and Co-Working Face Challenges
  16. Gig Economy and Self-Driving Cars Pose Insurance Challenges and Underwriting Opportunities
  17. The Future of the Sharing Economy and Gig Workforce: Regulation, Benefits, Licensing and Soaring Growth

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Sharing & Gig Economy Industry Statistics

  1. Sharing and Gig Economy Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Persons Not in the Labor Force and Multiple Jobholders by Sex, U.S.: 2022-2023
  3. Share of U.S. Adults Performing Gig Work: 2022

February 29, 2024

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Computers, Hardware & Software Industry.  (Plunkett’s Computers, Hardware & Software Industry Almanac 2024, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=computers-hardware-software-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Computers, Hardware & Software Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 652

Statistical Tables Provided: 10

Companies Profiled: 500

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Computers, Hardware & Software Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Computers, Hardware & Software Industry

  1. Introduction to the Computers, Hardware & Software Industry
  2. Post-Coronavirus Comments on the Computers, Hardware & Software Industry
  3. Hot Fields Within Computers, Hardware & Software Include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity and the Internet of Things (IoT)
  4. Supercomputing Hits 1,194 Petaflops/ IBM’s Watson Expands Commercial Applications for Big Data
  5. Cloud Computing and Software as a Service (SaaS) Point the Way to the Future
  6. Growth in Big Data Supported by Expansion of Cloud Computing and Predictive Analytics
  7. Wi-Fi Enables Wireless Traffic Growth, Including the Internet of Things (IoT)
  8. Global Internet Market Tops 5.40 Billion Users/Ultrafast Broadband Expands, both Fixed and Wireless
  9. Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Gains Traction
  10. Streaming Apps Take Over TVs, Leading to Cord Cutting/Subscription Losses for Cable and Satellite
  11. Electronic Health Records (EHR) Digitize Patient Data at an Accelerating Pace
  12. Many Industry Sectors Seek Consulting and Outsourcing Income, Competing with Pure Consultancies
  13. Chips Built with Low Nanometer, High Density Design/Semiconductor Manufacturing Booms/Faster Chips Power Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  14. Breakthroughs Achieved in Quantum Computing
  15. Voice, Face & Image Recognition Changes the Wireless World, Enhanced Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  16. Digital Assistants Include Amazon’s Echo and Google’s Home/Alexa and Similar Software Power Third-Party Developers
  17. Wearable Sensors Track Exercise Data/Apparel and Shoe Manufacturers Adopt Technologies
  18. The Internet of Things (IoT) and M2M to Boom, Enhanced by Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Open New Avenues for Hacking
  19. Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and Robotics
  20. IT Consulting/Software Consulting/ Computer Operations Consulting
  21. Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3-D Technologies Create Opportunities for the Tech Industry/Immersion Games to Grow
  22. The Future: Pervasive Computing and Complete Mobility Will Be Standard/Artificial Intelligence (AI) Will Boost Nearly all Sectors

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Computers, Hardware & Software Industry Statistics

  1. Computers, Hardware & Software Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. Internet Access Technologies Compared
  3. U.S. Computer Software & Related Services Quarterly Revenue: Q4 2022-Q3 2023
  4. Software Publishing Industry, U.S.: Estimated Revenue, Inventories & Expenses: 2017-2022
  5. Internet Publishing & Broadcasting & Web Search Portals: Estimated Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2021
  6. Top Ten Suppliers & Destinations of U.S. Computers & Electronic Products: 2017- First Half 2023
  7. Value of Computers & Electronic Products Manufacturers’ Shipments, Inventories & Orders by Industry, U.S.: 2016-September 2023
  8. Exports & Imports of Telecommunications Equipment, U.S.: 2017- 2022
  9. Number of Business & Residential High Speed Internet Lines, U.S.: 2018-2023
  10. Computer Industry Employment by Business Type, U.S.: 2018-October 2023

Plunkett’s deep industry revenues forecasting and market sizing are now available via Eagle Alpha’s state-of-the-art system and proprietary Storefront engineered for investment professionals and asset managers,

HOUSTON, Texas, February 13, 2024

Plunkett Research® announced today that its vital time-series Industries Forecasts Dataset is now available through Eagle Alpha on a global basis.  Hedge funds, asset managers, private equity professionals and other investors will enjoy rapid access to this dataset through Plunkett Research’s convenient Storefront, with the ability to set up trial usage, access a DDQ (due diligence questionnaire) and study use cases.  The dataset is delivered via AWS S3 and updated on a regular basis.

Jack Plunkett, CEO of Plunkett Research, Ltd., said “The alternative data market is growing substantially every year on a worldwide basis. We’re excited to work with the top platform in this field, Eagle Alpha, to provide our highly regarded industry and economic forecasting tool as a downloadable dataset.”  The data is mapped to thousands of tickers and PermIDs and includes point-in-time back testing data.  Investment professionals can learn more about this dataset at our Storefront on Eagle Alpha: https://app.eaglealpha.com/storefronts/plunkett_research_ltd

This dataset is a vital resource for:

  1. analyzing industry sector growth potential
  2. analyzing sector growth records by year and back testing against sector histories
  3. utilizing forecasts of future sector sizing

For 500+ vital U.S. sectors, sorted by NAIC industry code, Plunkett provides unique estimated growth rates, market sizing, employment, number of establishments, revenues per employee and other vital metrics—current, historic and forecasted.   This includes proprietary data, generated and estimated by in-house algorithms in tandem with human input from Plunkett’s analysts.

  • Total Market Sizing (revenues, industry-specific) Estimates
  • Historical, 8 Years
  • Forecasts, 8 Future Years
  • Employee Counts (industry-specific) —current, historical, and future years forecast
  • Establishments Count s(industry-specific) 
  • Average Revenues per Employee (industry-specific)

About Plunkett Research®, Ltd.: Plunkett has unique capabilities for creating industry data and analysis and has been conducting industry and business research for more than 30 years.  Plunkett’s access to hundreds of industry tables from its own data sets, along with its databases of public and private company information, industry trends analysis and other resources, have been utilized fully in preparing this dataset.  Plunkett also provides online database subscriptions and custom market research services for some of the world’s leading organizations.  See https://www.plunkettresearch.com/datasets-downloads-for-hedge-funds-and-analysts/  

About Eagle Alpha: Established in 2012, Eagle Alpha is a pioneer in connecting the universe of alternative data.  First adopted by alpha-seeking hedge funds over 10 years ago, alternative data is now being sought for use in the wider asset management space, as well as the private equity and corporate verticals.  Eagle Alpha was one of the first companies to recognize the value from these new data sources and has been investing in educating and connecting alternative data vendors and buyers since 2012, in the process building trusted relationships with both sides of this market.  See www.eaglealpha.com.

##### Contact: info@plunkettresearch.com

For investment analysts and management consultants, this development means that Plunkett Research’s deep industry analytics and corporate benchmarks will be discoverable and available on-the-fly via AlphaSense’s state-of-the-art AI-enabled search. 

HOUSTON, Texas, February 28, 2024 

Plunkett Research ® announced today that two of its professional-level reports series are now available through AlphaSense on a global basis. These report series include the following: 

  1. Plunkett’s Industry Analytics provide unique, industry-specific data covering 500 of the largest and most vital U.S. industries, searchable by NAIC code and by industry description, including:   
  • Comprehensive overview of each leading industry’s financial results, ratios, vital statistics and metrics in one package. 
  • Comparisons of deep financials of the leading companies within an industry,  
  • Historical industry data going back 8 years for key figures including revenues, enterprises and sales per employee. 
  • Current and projected revenues, including forecasts for 8 years into the future. 
  1. Plunkett’s Corporate Benchmarks provide vital financial data, benchmarking and financial analysis for each U.S. corporation of your choice.  Included are comparisons and benchmarks of your target company’s financial averages to its industry and to each of its top competitors, on a multi-year basis.  This data saves the user countless hours of research while providing extremely valuable insights.  The data is discoverable and searchable by ticker symbol and company name.  Data includes comparative Financial Benchmarks for the Subject Company by Industry Averages in a 6-year time series: 
  • Detailed table of companies used in computing these averages. 
  • Income statement averages. 
  • Balance sheet averages. 
  • Cash flow averages. 
  • Industry revenues, employee count and growth rate (table). 
  • Top U.S. companies within the industry, by revenues (table). 
  • Industry revenues, history and forecast, with CAGR (table and chart). 

About Plunkett Research®, Ltd.: Plunkett has unique capabilities for creating industry data and analysis and has been conducting industry and business research for more than 30 years.  Plunkett’s access to hundreds of industry tables from its own data sets, along with its databases of public and private company information, industry trends analysis and other resources, have been utilized fully in preparing these reports.  Plunkett also provides Plunkett Research Online database subscriptions, custom market research services, industry almanacs and downloadable datasets for use by hedge funds and investment companies.  See www.plunkettresearch.com.  

##### Contact: info@plunkettresearch.com 

February 19, 2024

Plunkett Research, Ltd., a Houston-based market research firm, has published a complete, new report on the Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Industry.  (Plunkett’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning Industry Almanac 2024, https://www.plunkettresearch.com/printed-book-ebook-plunkett-industry-almanac/?Industry=artificial-intelligence-ai-machine-learning-industry-market-research/).  It contains hundreds of pages of vital insights, including forecasts, market sizing, technologies analysis, trends analysis and statistical tables, as well as data on top global companies.

Key Findings:

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms within the Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning Industry.  Gain vital insights that can help shape strategy for business development, product development and investments.

Key Features:

  • Business trends analysis
  • In-depth industry overview
  • Technology trends analysis
  • Forecasts
  • Spending, investment, and consumption discussions
  • In-depth industry statistics and metrics
  • Industry employment numbers

Additional Key Features Include:

Industry Glossary

Industry Contacts list, including Professional Societies and Industry Associations

Profiles of industry-leading companies

  • U.S. and Global Firms
  • Publicly held, Private and Subsidiaries
  • Executive Contacts
  • Revenues
  • For Public Companies: Detailed Financial Summaries

Pages: 594

Statistical Tables Provided: 9

Companies Profiled: 400

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the industry evolving?
  • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What is the size of the market now and in the future?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?
  • What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

This feature-rich report covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning Industry.

Plunkett Research Provides Unique Analysis of the Following Major Trends Affecting the Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning Industry

  1. Introduction to the Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning Industry
  2. A Brief History of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the State of the Industry Today
  3. The Pros & Cons of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning
  4. Voice, Face & Image Recognition Change the Wireless World, Enhanced Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  5. OpenAI (ChatGPT), StabilityAI, Anthropic (Claude) and Others Launch Impressive Tools that Generate Text, Art, Code and Smart ChatBots
  6. Smart Cities Utilize Sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Create Privacy and Security Issues
  7. The Internet of Things (IoT) and M2M to Boom, Enhanced by Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Open New Avenues for Hacking
  8. Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in Vehicles: Telematics, Intelligent Transportation (ITS) and Real Time Traffic Information
  9. Self-Driving, Autonomous Cars Receive Massive Investments in Research and Development Worldwide
  10. Insurance Underwriting Uses Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Policy Holders Allow Their Habits to Be Tracked for Lower Insurance Rates
  11. Financial Technology (FinTech) Enables Online Payments, Lending, Insurance and Robo Advisors
  12. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enables Life Insurance Underwriting
  13. Robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation Revolutionize Supply Chain and Logistics Systems
  14. Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and Robotics
  15. Industrial Robots and Factory Automation Advance Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  16. Service Robots Are Applied in a Variety of Industries/Rapid Growth in Robotics for Warehousing and Logistics
  17. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Is Replacing Human Workers
  18. Digital Assistants Include Amazon’s Echo and Google’s Home/Alexa and Similar Software Power Third-Party Developers
  19. Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3-D Technologies Create Opportunities for the Tech Industry/Immersion Games to Grow
  20. Hot Fields Within Computers, Hardware & Software Include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity and the Internet of Things (IoT)
  21. Growth in Big Data Supported by Expansion of Cloud Computing and Predictive Analytics
  22. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Powers Hedge Fund Investment Strategies
  23. Pharmaceutical R&D Improves with Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  24. Chips Built with Low Nanometer, High Density Design/Semiconductor Manufacturing Booms/Faster Chips Power Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  25. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enables Efficiencies and Accelerated Innovation in R&D
  26. AI Profoundly Impacts the Entertainment Industry

Plunkett Research Provides In-Depth Tables for the Following Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning Industry Statistics

  1. Artificial Intelligence Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
  2. U.S. InfoTech Industry Quarterly Revenue Q4 2022-Q3 2023
  3. Software Publishing Industry, U.S.: Estimated Revenue, Inventories & Expenses: 2017-2022
  4. Software Publishing Industry, U.S.: Estimated Selected Expenses: 2017-2022
  5. Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services Industry, U.S.: Estimated Revenue & Expenses: 2017-2022
  6. Research Funding for Computer and Information Science Engineering, U.S. National Science Foundation: Fiscal Years 2022-2024
  7. Internet Access Technologies Compared
  8. Artificial Intelligence Related Industry Employment by Business Type, U.S.: 2018-September 2023
  9. Artificial Intelligence Related Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates, U.S.: May 2022

What You get

Complete data and market research for the industry(s) of your choice, including:

  • Market Research
  • Technologies Analysis
  • Business Intelligence and “hard-to-find” facts
  • Key Industry Associations (with contact information)
  • Corporate Executive Contracts
  • Industry Glossary
  • Data Export Tools
  • Top Companies Data