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Complete Guide to the Food Industry From Plunkett Research 2016

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Food Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The food and beverage industry is among the most competitive and globally-linked of all business sectors. For example, our market research shows that many of America’s best-known food packagers, such as Heinz, get 30%, 50% and even higher percentages of their total revenues from outside the U.S. American brand names such as Coca-Cola and Starbucks are known worldwide, as are European brands such as Nestle.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 717              

Statistical Tables Provided: 30

Companies Profiled: 519

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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?

This feature-rich book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the food and beverages business including:

              1.  Analysis of major food business trends and markets

              2.  Historical food industry, supermarket and agricultural sector statistics

              3.  Profiles of major snack producers such as Mondelez and Frito-Lay

              4.  Profiles of food retailers of all types

              5.  Alternative foods, natural foods, health foods and organic food markets

              6.  Gourmet and specialty foods manufacturers and sellers

              7.  Natural and health foods stores including Whole Foods

              8.  Leading coffee purveyors such as Starbucks and Green Mountain

              9.  Leading dairy product firms such as Land O’Lakes

            10.  Emerging technologies, including genetically-modified (GM) foods

            11.  Profiles of giant food distributors such as Sysco

            12.  Profiles of leading beverage companies including Coca Cola

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Alkaline Water Company Inc (The)
  • Biglari Holdings Inc
  • Flowers Foods Inc
  • Lotte Food Co Ltd

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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Complete Guide to the Green Technology (CleanTech) Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Green Technology Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.  

Green Technology has evolved to encompass a broad variety of businesses and industries. Energy conservation is a key focus, but sectors including recycling, water technology, building materials, heating and air conditioning systems, retailing, transportation, manufacturing and industrial processes are also becoming big users of innovative green technologies. As costs for such technologies become lower, adopters are beginning to see a good return on investment.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 447

Statistical tables provided: 27

Companies profiled: 278

Geographic focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the green technology business, clean technologies and much more, including:

  1. High energy costs push energy conservation technology to the forefront
  2. Construction industry focuses on greener, eco-friendly buildings, better  insulation, energy conservation and water conservation
  3. High commodity prices boost recycling
  4. Renewable energy sources continue to forge ahead worldwide, especially  wind and solar
  5. Corporate giants, from GE to Wal-Mart, invest in green technologies, introducing cost-efficiencies and exciting new products in the process
  6. New transportation technologies boost efficiency, cut emissions and reduce costs
  7. Global regulatory environment pushes green agenda
  8. Predictive analytics and remote data sensors are a key focus of greener technologies
  9. Packaging is redesigned to reduce weight and encourage recycling
  10. Nanotechnology has applications in green tech

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Amyris Inc
  • Canadian Solar Inc
  • Hyflux Ltd
  • Ormat Technologies Inc
  • SolarCity Corp

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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Complete Guide to the E-Commerce & Internet Business From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s E-Commerce & Internet Business Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Worldwide, the total number of people using the Internet has reached nearly 3 billion—many are on smartphones.  China holds the world’s highest number of Internet users, far more than the U.S. Meanwhile, the number of American homes and businesses with broadband Internet access via landline or satellite totals 96 million, while 220 million cellphone subscriptions include fast Internet access. A vast array of new services, entertainment options and timesaving solutions has now become available online.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 614

Statistical Tables Provided: 15

Companies Profiled: 441

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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?

This carefully-researched data is a complete e-commerce and Internet market research and competitive intelligence tool—everything you need to know about the business of online access, broadband, online retailing, payment processing, technologies, web-based businesses and networks and more, including:

  1. Wi-Fi, WiMax and other wireless access methods, including Bluetooth
  2. Broadband Internet access analysis and trends
  3. Retailing on the Internet, bricks and clicks strategies, including major online retailers such as Amazon.com, Blue Nile and Bluefly
  4. Internet and e-commerce consulting, software and services

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Blucora Inc
  • Cogent Communications Group Inc
  • Internet Initiative Japan Inc
  • LinkedIn Corp
  • Oracle Corp

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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Complete Guide to the InfoTech Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s InfoTech Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technological analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The global computer industry continues to surge ahead, with innovative new hardware, software and services. Meanwhile, important new trends are developing, including software-as-a-service, and the “cloud” of data and services housed online. Designing devices so that they consume less electric power continues to be a prime focus, while mobile devices offer a soaring market.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 644

Statistical tables provided: 14

Companies profiled: 482

Geographic focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the business of InfoTech, including:

  1.  Mobile devices, laptops and tablets
  2.  Contract electronics manufacturing
  3.  IT markets in developing nations, such as China and India
  4.  IT consulting and outsourcing
  5.  Broadband access trends
  6.  Nanotechnology breakthroughs in chips and ultra-dense memory
  7.  Server virtualization
  8.  Software-as-a-Service
  9.  The Cloud
  10.  Supercomputing
  11.  Open source systems

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Alps Electric Co Ltd
  • Cognex Corp
  • Extreme Networks Inc
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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Complete Guide to the Entertainment & Media Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Entertainment & Media Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The global entertainment and media industry is in the midst of vast changes—giant mergers and acquisitions, new technologies and online services are changing the landscape. Globalization and digitization are affecting everything from music to movies, radio, TV and book publishing.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 588

Statistical Tables Provided: 17

Companies Profiled: 408

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the entertainment business, media business and television and radio industry, plus gambling, games and much more including:

  1. Profiles of major entertainment chain stores and online retailers
  2. Profiles of cable television and satellite television companies
  3. Emerging technologies, including video on demand PVRs
  4. Profiles and trends of top publishing companies
  5. Profiles and trends of leading music publishers and recording firms
  6. A discussion of trends in e-commerce, convergence and online entertainment
  7. Profiles of leading broadcasters
  8. Mergers and acquisitions
  9. Internet radio, including Pandora and Spotify

Companies Profiled Include:

  • Bertelsmann AG
  • Full House Resorts Inc
  • Kabel Deutschland AG
  • Modern Times Group MTG AB

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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Complete Guide to the Investment & Securities Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Investment & Securities Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The global investment industry is reeling from massive changes and challenges. Sovereign wealth funds have amassed trillions of dollars for investment purposes. Markets, from commodities to stocks to debt instruments and ordinary bonds, are subject to wild swings and 24/7 electronic trading. Markets and investments are increasingly globalized. Private equity funds are investing immense amounts of money; venture capital activity is strong; and hedge funds have become dominant investors in many types of assets. Corporate merger and acquisition (M&A) activity has been running at a very high rate in the U.S. and abroad.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 516

Statistical Tables Provided: 16

Companies Profiled: 359

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

 

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 book covers competitive intelligence, market research, business analysis—everything you need you know about the business of investments, including:

  1. Investment banking
  2. Stock brokers
  3. Discount brokers
  4. Online brokers
  5. Significant trends in financial information technologies
  6. Asset management
  7. Stock ownership by individuals and households
  8. 401(k)s and pension plans
  9. Mutual funds
  10. ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds)
  11. ECNs (Electronic Communication Networks)
  12. Stock exchanges

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Aviva plc
  • Citigroup Inc
  • Fifth Third Bancorp
  • HDFC Bank Ltd
  • iStar Financial Inc
  • Mizuho Financial Group Inc
  • Northstar Realty Finance Corporation
  • Piper Jaffray Companies

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

 

Complete Guide to the Renewable, Alternative & Hydrogen Energy Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Renewable, Alternative & Hydrogen Energy Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Renewable energy is improving in technology and efficiency. Nevertheless, costs remain high. Renewable energy sources and cleaner-burning fuels are of great appeal to the large number of consumers who have developed an interest in protecting the environment. For example, surveys have shown that some consumers would be willing to pay somewhat more for electricity if they knew it was coming from non-polluting, renewable sources.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 465

Statistical Tables Provided: 32

Companies Profiled: 280

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business intelligence tools—everything you need to know about the business of clean energy, including:

  1. Corporate investment, research and development
  2. Superconductivity
  3. Advanced electricity storage devices
  4. Government agencies
  5. Nanotechnology and polymer photovoltaics
  6. Biomass, waste-to-energy and methane gas
  7. Geothermal power and hydroelectric power

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Acciona SA
  • EMCORE Corp
  • Hitachi Ltd
  • Solazyme Inc
  • Zorlu Enerji Elektrik Uretim AS

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

 

Complete Guide to the Retail Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Retail Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

This book includes trends and a thorough analysis of retail technologies, chain stores, shopping centers, mergers, finances and future growth within the industry. Also included in this book are several major statistical tables showing everything from total U.S. retail sales by year and by sector, to shopping center statistics to consumer demographics.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 644

Statistical Tables Provided: 15

Companies Profiled: 484

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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?

This carefully-researched book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the retail business, including:

  1. Analysis of major retailing and retail store business trends and markets
  2. Profiles of major chain store and specialty store operators
  3. Profiles and trends of top department store chains
  4. Profiles and trends of leading discount store and warehouse club operators
  5. Retail mergers, acquisitions and private equity
  6. Trends in malls and shopping centers

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Appliance Recycling Centers of America Inc
  • Christian Dior SA
  • Fossil Group Inc
  • METRO AG

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

Complete Guide to the Energy Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Energy Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The Energy industry is boiling over with changes. New opportunities in shale oil and gas fields, giant LNG contracts, huge oil deposits in deep offshore waters, growing energy demand in emerging nations and doubts about nuclear energy are reshaping the energy business of the near future. China has become the world’s biggest energy user, while Brazil is emerging as a major producer and exporter. Meanwhile, renewable electricity sources continue to be constructed around the world, including solar, wind and wave power.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 695

Statistical Tables Provided: 44

Companies Profiled: 498

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the energy, utilities, petroleum and natural gas industry, including:

  1. A complete set of energy business statistical and financial charts and tables
  2. Data and trends in energy consumption, conservation, efficiency and regulation
  3. Growth in major oil and gas markets and production areas including Brazil, Russia, China and the west coast of Africa
  4. Details about the electricity grid, blackouts and power failures

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Alliant Energy Corp
  • BHP Billiton PLC
  • ConocoPhillips Company
  • Ensign Energy Services Inc
  • Origin Energy Limited

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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Complete Guide to the Banking, Mortgages & Credit Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Banking, Mortgages & Credit Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The lending industry is comprised of a wide variety of sectors, such as banking, credit cards, mortgages, leasing and consumer finance. Many of these sectors have interconnections and synergies. In addition, a large number of related services and technologies have a major influence on the lending and credit business. These services include e-commerce, credit risk analysis, call centers and information technologies.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 599

Statistical Tables Provided: 23

Companies Profiled: 430

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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?

This data is a banking, credit and mortgages market research and business intelligence tool—everything you need to know about the business of banking, credit cards, mortgages and lending, including:

  1. Money center banks
  2. Regional banks
  3. Savings associations
  4. Globalization of the banking and lending industries, including our profiles of the world’s leading banking firms
  5. Mortgage banking and brokerage
  6. Changes in government regulations, including Basel
  7. Credit cards and wireless payments
  8. Lending and other services provided by non-bank enterprises

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Associated Banc-Corp
  • Cardtronics Inc
  • Fukuoka Financial Group Inc
  • OceanFirst Financial Corp
  • Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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Complete Guide to the Insurance Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Insurance Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The insurance industry is increasingly globalized as cross-border investments and acquisitions change the landscape.  Better risk management, specialty insurance products and increased use of underwriting information systems have led the way. Risk management consulting and analysis have become more sophisticated. In addition, a large number of related services and technologies have a major influence on the insurance and risk management business. These services include e-commerce, call centers and information technologies. Major carriers continue to add new products, with a growing focus on serving aging consumers with their health coverage, asset management and investment planning needs.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 496

Statistical Tables Provided: 14

Companies Profiled: 354

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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?

This carefully-researched data is a complete insurance market research and business intelligence tool—everything you need to know about the business of insurance and risk management, including:

              1.  Property & casualty insurance

              2.  Life insurance and annuities

              3.  Reinsurance

              4.  Health insurance

              5.  Significant trends in financial information technologies

              6.  Asset management

              7.  Insurance brokers

              8.  Risk management trends and risk analysis

              9.  Insurance sales online

            10.  Effect of recent regulatory trends on the insurance industry

            11.  Hedge funds picking up insurance risks

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • American Financial Group Inc
  • Genworth MI Canada Inc
  • Intact Financial Corp
  • National Interstate Corporation

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.

www.plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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Complete Guide to the Health Care Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Health Care Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

This is the only complete reference to the Health Care Industry and its trends, technologies and leading corporations. This book covers comparisons of national health expenditures, emerging technologies, information systems, pharmaceuticals, patient populations, imports, exports, outpatient surgery and many other areas of vital importance.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 712

Statistical Tables Provided: 34

Companies Profiled: 509

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the medical business, its trends, health technologies and leading healthcare companies, including:

  1. Healthcare corporate mergers, finances, funding and costs
  2. Managed care, HMOs, PPOs, drug benefits, provider systems and other payors
  3. Medicare and Medicaid, senior drug benefits and the use of HMOs and PPOs
  4. Pharmaceuticals, over the counter drugs and generic drugs
  5. Medical technologies, including advances in imaging and diagnostics
  6. Research breakthroughs in areas such as cancer treatment and artificial organs
  7. Hospital utilization, medical markets and national healthcare costs
  8. Employee health benefits trends and costs

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Actelion Ltd
  • DaVita Healthcare Pa
  • Getinge AB
  • KPC Healthcare
  • Mindray Medical International Limited

 

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligencemarket research or marketing data.

 

Contact:

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713.932.0000 (US)

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Complete Guide to The Almanac of American Employers From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, The Almanac of American Employers, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The Almanac of American Employers leads job seekers doing employment research to 500 of the largest, most successful companies that are hiring in America. Since 1985, our team has been producing this famous book, now a standard item in recruiting and placement offices.                                                                                             

Key Features Include:

  • Job market analysis, data and competitive intelligence
  • Employment forecasts and statistics
  • Contacts for Job Seekers
  • Profiles of leading employers

Pages: 639

Statistical Tables Provided: 14

Companies Profiled: 506

Geographic Focus: US

Price: $349.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the job market evolving? 
  • How is the employment market being shaped by new technologies? 
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?

This information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the job market, statistical tables, profiles of 500 leading firms and much more, including:

  1. List of industries most likely to be hiring this year
  2. Benefit plans, stock plans and salaries
  3. Hiring and recruiting plans
  4. Training and corporate culture
  5. Company growth plans, new facilities, research and development
  6. Over 100 firms rated “Hot Spots” for advancement opportunities for women and minorities

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Arthur J Gallagher & Co
  • Chico's FAS Inc
  • eBay Inc
  • MasterCard Inc
  • Progressive Corporation (The)

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Complete Guide to the Automobile Industry From Plunkett Research

Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett's Automobile Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The automobile business is evolving rapidly on a worldwide basis.  Car parts manufacturers are merging, component design and manufacture are now frequently outsourced instead of being created in-house, and brands are changing. Meanwhile, all of the biggest, most successful automobile industry firms have become totally global in nature. Globalization is in evidence throughout the automobile industry, and auto sales in emerging markets are booming. On the car dealership side, giant, nationwide holding companies have acquired the best dealers in major markets. Even the used car business is being taken over by national chains. Electric vehicles are now available, but are selling in very small numbers.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 569

Statistical Tables Provided: 25

Companies Profiled: 406

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 is a complete reference tool for everything you need to know about the car, truck and specialty vehicles business, including:

  1. Automotive industry trends and market research
  2. Automobile manufacturers and distributors
  3. E-commerce in the automobile business
  4. Advances in automobile technologies, manufacturing technologies design and telematics
  5. Fuel efficiency, hybrid vehicles and fuel cells and electric vehicles

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Bajaj Auto Ltd
  • Ford Motor Co
  • Nokian Tyres PLC
  • Spartan Motors Inc
  • Winnebago Industries 

 

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Complete Guide to the Manufacturing & Robotics Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Manufacturing & Robotics Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The manufacturing and robotics sectors have become tightly intertwined in recent years, thanks to the rapidly growing importance of factory automation. On factory floors ranging from machine shops to automobile plants to electronics factories, computer-driven equipment plays a vital role in manufacturing worldwide.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 691

Statistical Tables Provided: 30

Companies Profiled: 502

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 book is a complete reference and research package for the manufacturing industry robotics. We include analysis, trends, forecasts, statistics, technologies, production, company profiles and contacts.  Topics include:

  •    Industrial robotics, services robotics and household robotics
    • Leading global manufacturers
    • Technologies, computers and software
    • Markets
    • Machine tools
    • Corporate profiles and deep financials
    • Additive (“3D”) manufacturing
    • OEM – Original Equipment Manufacturing
    • ODM – Original Design Manufacturing
    • Lean production
    • Offshoring, reshoring and nearshoring
    • Logistics & supply chain
    • Contract manufacturing
    • Factory automation

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Acer Inc
  • Braskem SA
  • Kobe Steel Ltd
  • Merck & Co Inc
  • NSK Ltd

 

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Complete Guide to the Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett's Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The travel and tourism industry is going through strategic changes in order to boost profits. Airlines are charging numerous fees in a bid to boost revenues per seat and per passenger mile. Cruise lines are building the largest ships yet in a bid for better efficiency and increased profits per passenger. Meanwhile, leisure tourism is growing along with business travel, although many travelers are watching expenses carefully. New hotel properties are being constructed at a rapid clip. One of the brightest trends is a vast number of Chinese leaving home to travel the world for the first time.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 488

Statistical Tables Provided: 23

Companies Profiled: 331

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 is a complete travel and tourism market research and business intelligence tool—everything you need to know about the business of hotels, resorts, airlines, discount airlines, Internet travel sites, cruise lines, travel agencies and more, including:

  1. Analysis of hotel and resort operators
  2. Cruise industry and cruise ship trends and statistics
  3. Airline industry analysis and trends
  4. Entertainment destinations and theme parks
  5. Tour operators, travel services and travel consolidators
  6. The largest travel agencies
  7. E-commerce trends in the travel business
  8. Casino hotels and gambling destinations
  9. Car rental companies
  10. Passenger train operators

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • American Express Co
  • China Airlines Ltd
  • Hotel Properties Ltd
  • Thomas Cook Group plc

 

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Complete Guide to the Biotech & Genetics Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett's Biotech & Genetics Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Scores of promising new drugs are in clinical trials. Laboratories at leading universities are partnering with pharmaceuticals companies to push research and development along at faster levels. Meanwhile, nations such as China and Singapore are fostering innovation with massive investments in new R&D centers of their own—some of which are focused on stem cell technology. The promise of personalized medicine is starting to come into fruition, with many types of personal genetic diagnostic services being offered. Also, genetically-modified foods are benefiting from the development of agricultural biotechnology at leading suppliers.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 565

Statistical Tables Provided: 16

Companies Profiled: 396

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 respected book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analytics—everything you need to know about the biotech industry, trends technologies, finances and leading companies, including:

  1. Growing investments in biotechnology and stem cell research in such nations as China and Singapore
  2. Biotechnology business statistics, including information on patents and patenting
  3. Personalized medicine and genetic diagnostics
  4. Systems biology and synthetic biology
  5. The convergence of nanotechnology and biotechnology
  6. Profiles of leading companies in the US, UK, Europe, Asia and Canada

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Aeolus Pharmaceuticals Inc
  • Eisai Co Ltd
  • Idera Pharmaceuticals Inc
  • Repligen Corporation
  • Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

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Complete Guide to the Telecommunications Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett's Telecommunications Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

No other industry touches as many technology-related business sectors as telecommunications, which by definition encompasses not only the traditional areas of local and long-distance telephone services, but also advanced technology-based services including wireless communications, the Internet, fiber optics and satellites. Telecom is also deeply intertwined with cable TV systems, since cable companies are now aggressively offering local exchange service and Internet service. The relationship between the telecom and cable sectors has become even more complex as telecom companies are now selling TV via IP (Internet protocol) services, competing directly against cable for consumers' entertainment dollars.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 511

Statistical Tables Provided: 19

Companies Profiled: 361

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99                   

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?

 

In this exciting reference report, we take a broad look at the business of telecommunications. This carefully-researched book is a complete telecommunications market research and business intelligence tool—everything you need to know about the telecom business, including:

  1. ILECs (incumbent local exchange companies)
  2. CLECs (competitive local exchange companies)
  3. Voice over Cable, and a discussion of telephone competition from the major cable providers such as Comcast and Cablevision
  4. Internet access service and broadband trends

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Alcatel-Lucent
  • Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd
  • M1 Ltd
  • Qualcomm Inc
  • Telenor ASA

 

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Complete Guide to the Almanac of Middle Market Companies From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett's Almanac of Middle Market Companies, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Our new Plunkett's Almanac of Middle Market Companies and our online Middle Market Industry Research Center are designed to be time-saving business development tools for professionals, marketers, sales directors, consultants and strategists seeking to understand and reach middle market American companies. It will also be of great use to placement, recruiting and human resources professionals, as well as professionals working in economic development, lending and media.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 664

Companies Profiled: 531

Geographic Focus: US

Price: $349.99                   

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?

The exciting new book and Online Research Center cover competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to identify and develop strategies for middle market corporations, including:

  1. Profiles of middle market manufacturers of all types
  2. Profiles of middle market distributors
  3. Profiles of mid-sized technology, hardware, software and biotech firms
  4. Profiles of mid-sized companies in financial services
  5. Profiles of mid-sized companies in energy, food products, apparel, entertainment, real estate and transportation
  6. Profiles of middle market health care services and products firms.

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • ADTRAN Inc
  • Cheniere Energy Inc
  • Gray Television Inc
  • iRobot Corp
  • Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc

 

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Complete Guide to the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett's Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The chemicals manufacturing industry is a vibrant, global business that encompasses many important sectors. Key products include petrochemicals, fertilizers, plastics, coatings, ceramics, solvents, additives, dyes and many other products basic to home and business needs. In addition, the pharmaceuticals industry is often included when discussing chemicals. Commodity chemicals, specialty chemicals and custom manufacturing are vibrant components of the business.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages:  551

Statistical Tables Provided:  20

Companies Profiled:  402

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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?

The exciting data covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis —everything you need to know about the chemicals and plastics business, including:

  1. Analysis of chemicals, plastics and coatings business trends, technologies and markets
  2. Chemicals and plastics industry statistics and tables
  3. Chemicals and plastics purchasing, sales, sourcing and supply chain
  4. Pharmaceuticals and biochemicals industry trends
  5. Research and Development (R&D), chemical engineering and innovation
  6. An analysis of global chemicals and polymers trends
  7. Profiles of major specialty chemical manufacturing companies

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Amcor Limited
  • Church & Dwight Company Inc
  • Elekeiroz SA
  • Henkel
  • Indorama Ventures PCL

 

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Complete Guide to the Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry From Plunkett Research

Houston, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett's Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Global wireless subscriptions for cell phones and mobile devices total 7 billion. Advanced cellular technologies, such as LTE and HSPA, are providing lightning-fast access to voice, text and the Internet. Smartphones and tablets like the iPad are selling at a blazing pace worldwide. In fact, mobile devices are rapidly replacing desktop PCs as the computing device of choice, which makes wireless service more vital.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages:  435

Statistical Tables Provided:  10

Companies Profiled:  291

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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?

The value-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the wireless and cellular business, including:

  1. Analysis of wireless and cellular telecommunications business trends, technologies and markets, including 3G, 4G, LTE and HSPA
  2. Wireless and cellular telephone industry statistics and tables
  3. An analysis of consumer trends in advanced mobile markets
  4. An analysis of wireless networks and wireless Internet access, including the use of Wi-Fi, MIMO and WiMax, Bluetooth and Ultra Wide Band (UWB)

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Access Co Ltd
  • DSP Group Inc
  • Microsoft Corp
  • Spark New Zealand

 

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Complete Guide to the Sports Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Sports Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The sports business is a dynamic and growing industry in the U.S., Europe, Asia Pacific and elsewhere. In addition to major sporting leagues and teams, related sectors include sporting goods manufacturing, sports apparel, sporting events broadcasting and retailing. In addition, sports and the athletes who play in sports by their nature, attract companies interested in endorsements, advertising, merchandising and marketing opportunities. Our Plunkett’s Sports Industry data covers these sectors in detail, giving users convenient access to sports business data.

Key Features Include:                                                                     

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 500

Statistical Tables Provided: 10

Companies Profiled: 369

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

 

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the sports, sporting goods, sports marketing, stadiums, teams, and leagues business, including:

  1. Analysis of sports business trends and markets
  2. Historical sports industry statistics and tables
  3. Profiles of major sporting goods manufacturers and retailers
  4. Profiles of golf equipment and resort firms
  5. Profiles of leading stadiums and stadium managers
  6. A discussion of changes in sports broadcasting, such as sports cable networks,  pay per view, video on demand, Internet broadcasting, satellite radio coverage and mobile broadcasting, including advertising opportunities

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Atlanta Braves
  • Dover Motorsports Inc
  • Intrawest Resorts Holding
  • Manchester United PLC
  • PUMA SE
  •  

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Complete Guide to the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Outsourcing of all types, along with the offshoring of business processes and contract manufacturing, continues to create massive change in the world of business. This revolution creates both opportunities and challenges for organizations, managers and professionals of all types. Plunkett’s Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry Almanac covers these sectors in detail.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 417

Statistical Tables Provided: 9

Companies Profiled: 295

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the offshoring, outsourcing and BPO business, including:

  1. Analysis of outsourcing and offshoring business trends and markets
  2. A discussion of globalization, trends in world trade, and the use of offshore services and manufacturing centers, such as India, China and the Philippines
  3. Profiles of leading financial services outsourcing and payment processing companies
  4. Profiles of global outsourced logistics, distribution and supply chain companies
  5. An analysis of BPO (business process outsourcing) and KPO (knowledge process outsourcing), including offshore professional services

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Accenture plc
  • CTS Corp
  • General Dynamics Corp
  • Inventec Corporation
  • Key Tronic Corp
  • Mainfreight Limited

 

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Complete Guide to the Games, Apps & Social Media Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Games, Apps & Social Media Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Three of the most exciting areas in the world of information technology have tremendous synergies and are closely connected in the worlds of information and entertainment: electronic games, mobile apps and social media. As social media becomes more global, it is also being incorporated into virtually all online activities, from business collaboration to online retailing. Games are growing in two channels at once: online and offline. Apps are also changing the shape of the mobile and wireless industry.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 306

Statistical tables provided: 16

Companies Profiled: 181

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the games, apps and social media business and much more, including:

  1. User generated content drives social media and generates ad revenues
  2. Social media privacy concerns plague the industry
  3. New platforms revolutionize electronic games
  4. 3-D games open new opportunities/some safety concerns arise
  5. Big trends include new mobile tablet devices like Apple’s iPad
  6. Multi-player gaming (MMORPGs) is strong worldwide

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • BlackBerry Ltd
  • Majesco Entertainment Company
  • PINE Technology Holdings Ltd
  • Take-Two Interactive Software Inc

 

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Complete Guide to the Advertising & Branding Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Advertising & Branding Industry Almanac, 2016 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.  

The advertising business is going through rapid changes due to digital media and globalization. Meanwhile, more than ever before, advertisers who want to create a seamless global brand need the services of multinational agencies and consultants who can help them in dozens of countries worldwide.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 504

Statistical Tables Provided: 10

Companies Profiled: 359

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $349.99

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?

This carefully-researched book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analytics—everything you need to know about the business of advertising, branding, marketing and public relations and much more, including:

  1. Advertising, branding and marketing industry trends and market research
  2. Advertising agency consolidation, mergers, acquisitions and globalization
  3. Consumer audience trends and changes in consumer viewing habits
  4. Search engine paid placement and marketing trends
  5. Online marketing and advertising trends, both B2B and B2C
  6. Proliferation of media outlets
  7. Audience fragmentation
  8. Trends in advertising on television, radio, magazines and newspapers
  9. Trends in branding and private-label merchandising
  10. Mobile and location-based advertising

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Acxiom Corp
  • Cheil Worldwide Inc
  • M&C Saatchi plc
  • Publicis Groupe SA

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Complete Guide to the Banking, Mortgages & Credit Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Banking, Mortgages & Credit Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The lending industry is comprised of a wide variety of sectors, such as banking, credit cards, mortgages, leasing and consumer finance. Many of these sectors have interconnections and synergies. In addition, a large number of related services and technologies have a major influence on the lending and credit business. These services include e-commerce, credit risk analysis, call centers and information technologies.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 599

Statistical Tables Provided: 22
CompCompanies Profiled: 435
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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?

This data is a banking, credit and mortgages market research and business intelligence tool—everything you need to know about the business of banking, credit cards, mortgages and lending, including:

  1. Money center banks
  2. Regional banks
  3. Savings associations
  4. Globalization of the banking and lending industries, including our profiles of the world’s leading banking firms
  5. Mortgage banking and brokerage
  6. Changes in government regulations, including Basel
  7. Credit cards and wireless payments
  8. Lending and other services provided by non-bank enterprises

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Ameris Bancorp
  • Central Bank of India
  • DNB ASA
  • Glacier Bancorp Inc
  • Kasikornbank pcl
  • Mediolanum SPA
  • Parana Bco SA

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

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Complete Guide to the Insurance Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Insurance Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The insurance industry is increasingly globalized as cross-border investments and acquisitions change the landscape. Better risk management, specialty insurance products and increased use of underwriting information systems have led the way. Risk management consulting and analysis have become more sophisticated. In addition, a large number of related services and technologies have a major influence on the insurance and risk management business. These services include e-commerce, call centers and information technologies. Major carriers continue to add new products, with a growing focus on serving aging consumers with their health coverage, asset management and investment planning needs.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 498

Statistical Tables Provided: 14
CompCompanies Profiled: 355
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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?

This carefully-researched data is a complete insurance market research and business intelligence tool—everything you need to know about the business of insurance and risk management, including:

  1. Property & casualty insurance
  2. Life insurance and annuities
  3. Reinsurance
  4. Health insurance
  5. Significant trends in financial information technologies
  6. Asset management
  7. Insurance brokers
  8. Risk management trends and risk analysis
  9. Insurance sales online
  10. Effect of recent regulatory trends on the insurance industry
  11. Hedge funds picking up insurance risks

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Amlin PLC
  • Brown & Brown Inc
  • Legal & General Group PLC
  • ORIX Corporation
  • Seven & I Holdings Co Ltd
  • Zurich Insurance Group Ltd

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Jack Plunkett Available for Speaking Engagements 2015

Our CEO Jack Plunkett accepts a limited number of select speaking opportunities each year, both in the U.S. and in other nations.  He has some remaining availability for 2015, and also can be booked now for early 2016.

Jack W. Plunkett

“You wowed the audience with concise data on industry trends and forecasts for growth. Your background gives you a broad perspective of global trends and an understanding of economic data, which you explain very clearly.” Madeleine Cohen, New York Science & Technology Library

Your subjects and your presentation were truly outstanding: the information was fascinating, timely, informative and thought-provoking. The factual information presented, coupled with your innate sense of humor, started the day on a bright note.” Dallas Parker, Mayer Brown Energy Conference

Available presentations include:

  • The Next Boom—what you absolutely, positively have to know about the world between now and 2025 (from his gold medal-winning book)
  • Health Care—the biggest business opportunity in the history of the world
  • Energy—how the market and technologies are changing

For sample videos and a downloadable brochure, see:

www.plunkettresearch.com/media-and-speaking-engagements

Jack Plunkett’s specialties and fields of interest include: 

  •  Industry Trends, Disruption and Looming Surprises
  •  How Demographics, Consumers and their Changing Habits Are Driving Change
  •  The Future—How it Will Be Shaped by Today’s Trends and Technologies
  •  Entrepreneurship & Innovation
  •  Energy, Shale Oil and Gas and Renewables
  •  Health Care, Health Technologies, Biotech and Personalized Medicine
  •  Globalization and Global Trade
  •  Employment, Public Policy and Job-Creation

For more information, contact Jillian Lim at Plunkett Research, Ltd., 713.932.0000, jillianl@plunkettresearch.com

  •  “Most interesting session of the conference.” “Loved this presentation.” “Please bring back next year.” Audience responses, NACE Annual Conference, Dallas, Texas
  •  “Your presentation was the highlight of the meeting… Your book was an added plus to our attendees. They rated you as the #1 speaker and I have no doubt they will invite you back to speak again in the near future.” Carol Wynne, Exec. Director, National Society of Certified Health Care Business Consultants
  •  “It was fascinating to hear your descriptions of how trends in demographics and technologies will affect both U.S. and global markets and consumer behavior. You’re right—this is information I absolutely need to know.” Audience member, Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania

Insurance Premiums Soar in Emerging Nations

Insurance and risk management make up an immense global industry. Worldwide insurance premiums totaled about $4.75 trillion in 2014, up from $4.64 trillion in 2013. This was equal to about 6.5% of global GDP. Global life insurance premiums were $2.65 trillion during 2014, while all other types of insurance totaled $2.10 trillion.

In emerging nations, where the fastest insurance market growth is to be found, total premiums in 2013 were about $788 billion, up by 7.4% over the previous year. Life insurance premiums were up 6.4% to $408 billion in 2013. Meanwhile, non-life premiums in emerging markets made a solid gain of 8.3% to $380 billion (the Chinese market alone rose 16% to $126 billion).

Premiums on a per capita basis remain very low in much of the world, pointing to excellent long-term opportunity insurance products of all types, including annuities. It would be hard to overstate the importance of emerging nations, especially China, India, Brazil and Indonesia, to the future growth of the insurance industry. Much of the world is still clearly a fertile field for expansion of companies that are willing and able to invest time and money in emerging markets. Total premiums in China were $284 billion in 2013, up from $246 billion in 2012. India’s premiums in 2013 stagnated compared to 2012, reaching about $66 billion.

As the market in China expands, so do markets in other rapidly developing countries such as India, and areas such as Eastern Europe. Insurers are hoping to cash in on the growing markets with a variety of products, including “microinsurance” policies designed to appeal to people unfamiliar with the need for insurance coverage.

The beauty of the effort for insurers is that as these markets grow and mature, so do premiums, which are rising at a far greater rate than those in established markets such as the U.S. and Japan.

For more data and statistics on the Insurance industry, see http://www.plunkettresearch.com/insurance-risk-management-market-research/industry-and-business-data

 

Plunkett’s Insurance Industry Almanac 2015 Edition

499 Pages
Print ISBN: 978-1-62831-345-1
Price: 349.99
Published Date: November 2014

 

Health Care Spending and Costs Will Continue to Rise

Health care costs continue to rise in the U.S. and throughout the developed world. Total U.S. health care expenditures were estimated to be $3.09 trillion in 2014, and are projected to soar to $3.57 trillion in 2017.

The health care market in the U.S. in 2014 included the major categories of hospital care ($959.9 billion), physician and clinical services ($618.5 billion), dental services ($122.4 billion) and prescription drugs ($290.7 billion), along with nursing home and home health care ($248.5 billion).

Medicare, the U.S. federal government’s health care program for Americans 65 years or older, provided coverage to an estimated 54.0 million seniors in 2014. National expenditures on Medicare for fiscal 2014 were projected to be $615.9 billion, including premiums paid by beneficiaries. By 2030, the number of people covered by Medicare will balloon to about 81.4 million due to the massive number of Baby Boomers entering retirement age.

Medicaid is the federal government’s health care program for low-income and disabled persons (including children) as well as certain groups of seniors in nursing homes. National expenditures on Medicaid totaled an estimated $508.0 billion in 2014. The majority of that expense is paid for by the federal government. However, the states pick up a significant share of the cost, which is a massive burden on state budgets.

Health spending in the U.S., at about 18% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2014, is projected to grow steadily. Health care spending in America accounts for a larger share of GDP than in any other country by a wide margin. Despite the incredible investment America continues to make in health care, 13.4% of people in the U.S. (42.0 million) lacked health care coverage for the entire year of 2013 (down from 48.0 million the previous year). For some, insurance was unavailable or unaffordable. In other cases, a lack of insurance was due to a personal decision not to pay for it.

For more data and statistics on the Health Care industry, see http://www.plunkettresearch.com/health-care-medical-market-research/industry-and-business-data
 

Plunkett’s Health Care Industry Almanac 2015 Edition
717 Pages
Print ISBN: 978-1-62831-344-4
Price: 349.99
Published Date: November 2014

Market Research Time Saver, How to Determine a Niche Industry’s Growth Rate

This brief message is part of a series that shows you how to get the most out of Plunkett Research Online by using the exciting new industry analytics data that is now part of our service. We’ve added tremendous value and utility for our online subscribers.

Let’s say that you want to know the forecasted growth for the Computer Facilities Management industry in the U.S.

Go to the Computers and Software Research Center on Plunkett Research Online.

Click Industry Analytics.
 

Use the drop down list to select “Outsourced Computer Facilities Management and Operations.”

Then click on Industry Summary.

Here you are able to see current revenues ($43.9 billion), current annual growth rate (5.0%), historical growth rate for the past seven years (6.52%), projected revenues for the year 2021 ($71.7 billion), and the projected annual growth rate from 2014-2021, (6.4%).

You are also able to view a 7-year chart of industry revenues growth along with a chart of changes in employment, all with just a couple of clicks!

That’s the power of our new industry data at work! If you are a current subscriber to Plunkett Research Online, then please log in to www.plunkettresearchonline.com to try out the new industry analytics tools today!

If you are not a subscriber, please contact us for your free trial access at info@plunkettresearch.com You’ll be very pleased by our terrific market research, easy-to-use data tools, and great prices!

Complete Guide to the Health Care Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Health Care Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

This is the only complete reference to the Health Care Industry and its trends, technologies and leading corporations. This book covers comparisons of national health expenditures, emerging technologies, information systems, pharmaceuticals, patient populations, imports, exports, outpatient surgery and many other areas of vital importance.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 712

Statistical Tables Provided: 35
Companies Profiled: 509
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the medical business, its trends, health technologies and leading healthcare companies, including:

  1. Healthcare corporate mergers, finances, funding and costs
  2. Managed care, HMOs, PPOs, drug benefits, provider systems and other payors
  3. Medicare and Medicaid, senior drug benefits and the use of HMOs and PPOs
  4. Pharmaceuticals, over the counter drugs and generic drugs
  5. Medical technologies, including advances in imaging and diagnostics
  6. Research breakthroughs in areas such as cancer treatment and artificial organs
  7. Hospital utilization, medical markets and national healthcare costs
  8. Employee health benefits trends and costs

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • AFLAC Inc
  • Bio-Reference Laboratories Inc
  • Coloplast
  • Medical Facilities Corporation
  • Novo-Nordisk AS
  • Rhoen Klinikum AG

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Complete Guide to the Automobile Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Automobile Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The automobile business is evolving rapidly on a worldwide basis. Car parts manufacturers are merging, component design and manufacture are now frequently outsourced instead of being created in-house, and brands are changing. Meanwhile, all of the biggest, most successful automobile industry firms have become totally global in nature. Globalization is in evidence throughout the automobile industry, and auto sales in emerging markets are booming. On the car dealership side, giant, nationwide holding companies have acquired the best dealers in major markets. Even the used car business is being taken over by national chains. Electric vehicles are now available, but are selling in very small numbers.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 564

Statistical Tables Provided: 25
Companies Profiled: 404
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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 is a complete reference tool for everything you need to know about the car, truck and specialty vehicles business, including:

  1. Automotive industry trends and market research
  2. Automobile manufacturers and distributors
  3. E-commerce in the automobile business
  4. Advances in automobile technologies, manufacturing technologies design and telematics
  5. Fuel efficiency, hybrid vehicles and fuel cells and electric vehicles

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Ally Financial Inc
  • Calsonic Kansei Corporation
  • Denso Corporation
  • Fiat S.p.A
  • Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

Contact:

Plunkett Research, Ltd.
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Complete Guide to The Almanac of American Employers From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, The Almanac of American Employers, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The Almanac of American Employers leads job seekers doing employment research to 500 of the largest, most successful companies that are hiring in America. Since 1985, our team has been producing this famous book, now a standard item in recruiting and placement offices.

Key Features Include:

  • Job market analysis, data and competitive intelligence
  • Employment forecasts and industry statistics
  • Contacts for Job Seekers
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 639

Statistical Tables Provided: 14
Companies Profiled: 506
Geographic Focus: US
Price: $349.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

  • How is the job market evolving?
  • How is the employment market being shaped by new technologies?
  • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
  • What are the financial results of the leading companies?
  • What are the names and titles of top executives?

This information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the job market, statistical tables, profiles of 500 leading firms and much more, including:

  1. List of industries most likely to be hiring this year
  2. Benefit plans, stock plans and salaries
  3. Hiring and recruiting plans
  4. Training and corporate culture
  5. Company growth plans, new facilities, research and development
  6. Over 100 firms rated “Hot Spots” for advancement opportunities for women and minorities

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Alaska Air Group Inc
  • Bank of New York Mellon Corp
  • Bruker Corp
  • Jack Henry & Associates Inc
  • L Brands Inc
  • Starbucks Corporation
  • WellPoint Inc

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Complete Guide to the Manufacturing & Robotics Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Manufacturing & Robotics Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The manufacturing and robotics sectors have become tightly intertwined in recent years, thanks to the rapidly growing importance of factory automation. On factory floors ranging from machine shops to automobile plants to electronics factories, computer-driven equipment plays a vital role in manufacturing worldwide.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 696

Statistical Tables Provided: 31
Companies Profiled: 509
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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 book is a complete reference and research package for the manufacturing industry robotics. We include analysis, trends, forecasts, statistics, technologies, production, company profiles and contacts. Topics include:

  1. Industrial robotics, services robotics and household robotics
  2. Leading global manufacturers
  3. Markets
  4. Machine tools
  5. Corporate profiles and deep financials
  6. Additive (“3D”) manufacturing
  7. OEM – Original Equipment Manufacturing
  8. ODM – Original Design Manufacturing
  9. Lean production
  10. Offshoring, reshoring and nearshoring
  11. Logistics & supply chain
  12. Contract manufacturing
  13. Factory automation

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • AkzoNobel NV
  • BASF SE
  • Christian Dior SA
  • DSM NV
  • HollyFrontier Corporation
  • KERING SA
  • Norsk Hydro ASA
  • Phillips 66

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Complete Guide to the Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

 

 

The travel and tourism industry is going through strategic changes in order to boost profits. Airlines are charging numerous fees in a bid to boost revenues per seat and per passenger mile. Cruise lines are building the largest ships yet in a bid for better efficiency and increased profits per passenger. Meanwhile, leisure tourism is growing along with business travel, although many travelers are watching expenses carefully. New hotel properties are being constructed at a rapid clip. One of the brightest trends is a vast number of Chinese leaving home to travel the world for the first time.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 491

Statistical Tables Provided: 21
Companies Profiled: 336
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

 

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 is a complete travel and tourism market research and business intelligence tool—everything you need to know about the business of hotels, resorts, airlines, discount airlines, Internet travel sites, cruise lines, travel agencies and more, including:

  1. Analysis of hotel and resort operators
  2. Cruise industry and cruise ship trends and statistics
  3. Airline industry analysis and trends
  4. Entertainment destinations and theme parks
  5. Tour operators, travel services and travel consolidators
  6. The largest travel agencies
  7. E-commerce trends in the travel business
  8. Casino hotels and gambling destinations
  9. Car rental companies
  10. Passenger train operators

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • AirAsia Berhad
  • Banyan Tree Holdings Limited
  • Caesars Entertainment Corporation
  • Mandarin Oriental International Ltd

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

 

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Complete Guide to the Biotech & Genetics Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Biotech & Genetics Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Scores of promising new drugs are in clinical trials. Laboratories at leading universities are partnering with pharmaceuticals companies to push research and development along at faster levels. Meanwhile, nations such as China and Singapore are fostering innovation with massive investments in new R&D centers of their own—some of which are focused on stem cell technology. The promise of personalized medicine is starting to come into fruition, with many types of personal genetic diagnostic services being offered. Also, genetically-modified foods are benefiting from the development of agricultural biotechnology at leading suppliers.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 565

Statistical Tables Provided: 16
Companies Profiled: 396
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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 respected book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analytics—everything you need to know about the biotech industry, trends technologies, finances and leading companies, including:

  1. Growing investments in biotechnology and stem cell research in such nations as China and Singapore
  2. Biotechnology business statistics, including information on patents and patenting
  3. Personalized medicine and genetic diagnostics
  4. Systems biology and synthetic biology
  5. The convergence of nanotechnology and biotechnology
  6. Profiles of leading companies in the US, UK, Europe, Asia and Canada

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Amgen Inc
  • Biocancell
  • Cerus Corporation
  • Divi’s Laboratories Limited
  • Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Co Ltd
  • Illumina Inc

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Complete Guide to the Telecommunications Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Telecommunications Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

No other industry touches as many technology-related business sectors as telecommunications, which by definition encompasses not only the traditional areas of local and long-distance telephone services, but also advanced technology-based services including wireless communications, the Internet, fiber optics and satellites. Telecom is also deeply intertwined with cable TV systems, since cable companies are now aggressively offering local exchange service and Internet service. The relationship between the telecom and cable sectors has become even more complex as telecom companies are now selling TV via IP (Internet protocol) services, competing directly against cable for consumers’ entertainment dollars.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 529

Statistical Tables Provided: 19
Companies Profiled: 374
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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?

In this exciting reference report, we take a broad look at the business of telecommunications. This carefully-researched book is a complete telecommunications market research and business intelligence tool—everything you need to know about the telecom business, including:

  1. ILECs (incumbent local exchange companies)
  2. CLECs (competitive local exchange companies)
  3. Cellular telephone services, wireless trends and wireless access
  4. Voice over Cable, and a discussion of telephone competition from the major cable providers such as Comcast and Cablevision

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Anritsu Co
  • BCE Inc (Bell Canada Enterp
  • Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd
  • FairPoint Communications Inc
  • Hutchison Telecommunications Hong Kong Holdings Ltd

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Complete Guide to the Almanac of Middle Market Companies From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Almanac of Middle Market Companies, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Our new Plunkett’s Almanac of Middle Market Companies and our online Middle Market Industry Research Center are designed to be time-saving business development tools for professionals, marketers, sales directors, consultants and strategists seeking to understand and reach middle market American companies. It will also be of great use to placement, recruiting and human resources professionals, as well as professionals working in economic development, lending and media.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 664

Companies Profiled: 531
Geographic Focus: US
Price: $349.99

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?

The exciting new book and Online Research Center cover competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to identify and develop strategies for middle market corporations, including:

  1. Profiles of middle market manufacturers of all types
  2. Profiles of middle market distributors
  3. Profiles of mid-sized technology, hardware, software and biotech firms
  4. Profiles of mid-sized companies in financial services
  5. Profiles of mid-sized companies in energy, food products, apparel, entertainment, real estate and transportation
  6. Profiles of middle market health care services and products firms.

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Alexander & Baldwin Inc
  • BroadSoft Inc
  • Carmike Cinemas Inc
  • Crown Media Holdings Inc
  • Diodes Inc
  • Huron Consulting Group Inc
  • National CineMedia Inc
  • Pegasystems Inc

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Complete Guide to the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The chemicals manufacturing industry is a vibrant, global business that encompasses many important sectors. Key products include petrochemicals, fertilizers, plastics, coatings, ceramics, solvents, additives, dyes and many other products basic to home and business needs. In addition, the pharmaceuticals industry is often included when discussing chemicals. Commodity chemicals, specialty chemicals and custom manufacturing are vibrant components of the business.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 567

Statistical Tables Provided: 13
Companies Profiled: 421
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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?

The exciting data covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis —everything you need to know about the chemicals and plastics business, including:

  1. Analysis of chemicals, plastics and coatings business trends, technologies and markets
  2. Chemicals and plastics industry statistics and tables
  3. Chemicals and plastics purchasing, sales, sourcing and supply chain
  4. Pharmaceuticals and biochemicals industry trends
  5. Research and Development (R&D), chemical engineering and innovation
  6. An analysis of global chemicals and polymers trends
  7. Profiles of major specialty chemical manufacturing companies

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • ALFA SAB de CV
  • Arkema
  • Ferro Corporation
  • INPEX Corporation
  • Lonza Group Ltd
  • Nitto Denko Corporation
  • Petkim Petrokimya Holding AS

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Strong Trends Toward Greener, Safer, Higher-MPG Cars through 2025

There are approximately 250 million cars and light trucks in operation in the United States. Around the world, there were about 1.1 billion vehicles on the road in 2014, a number that is growing by roughly 50 million yearly.

All major car makers are aggressively pushing their smaller, high efficiency vehicles due to both high gasoline prices and government mandates that auto manufacturers meet high average miles-per-gallon rules. At the same time, engineers are pushing technological changes in their larger cars and trucks in order to enhance their fuel efficiency. GM is betting heavily on its Chevrolet Cruze, a small sedan capable of 36 miles per gallon (mpg) on the highway and stuffed with convenience features that consumers appreciate. Ford’s revamped Fusion earned rave reviews, and it comes in either a hybrid model or a standard engine version that gets 31 mpg on the highway. Chrysler is relying heavily on its relationship with Fiat for new, fuel efficient models. Honda, Volkswagen, Toyota, Hyundai, Nissan and Peugeot all have invested in new, advanced small cars. All major luxury brands like Mercedes, BMW, Lexus and Audi have relatively small cars on the market and will steadily introduce a wide range of fuel efficient designs. BMW introduced its iSeries high efficiency cars in 2013, including a three-cylinder engine that is part of a new plug-in hybrid. In 2012, the Obama Administration pushed through new fuel efficiency rules that will require an average 54.5 MPG for new cars and light trucks in 2025. This is creating a scramble at auto makers to design small, light vehicles that will still be popular with consumers—a difficult task at best. Car maker profits are likely to suffer in the process.

Both consumers and emissions regulators are taking a renewed interest in advanced automobile technologies. Clean diesel engines, like those offered in new cars from BMW, Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz, offer exceptional performance and fuel economy while providing quiet, vibration-free running similar to that found in gasoline-powered cars. Clean diesel offers a particularly attractive alternative to hybrid technology for those who seek fuel efficiency, and it is already widely used in passenger vehicles in Europe. Meanwhile, the use of ethanol as a gasoline additive in America has grown rapidly, whether or not it makes any environmental or economic sense, thanks to requirements enacted by Congress.

Meanwhile, technology advancements are driving greater safety in vehicles. Cars that are at least partially self-driving will be widely available by 2025, which may reduce accidents by 20% to 50%, depending. Hybrid and plug-in cars featuring advanced, lightweight, long-range batteries based on nanotechnology may be on the market by 2025. A looming question for auto makers is how demand for cars will change, as young consumers are becoming less interested in owning cars and are leaning towards car-sharing services like Zipcar and ride services like Uber.

For more data and statistics on the automobile industry, see
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Plunkett’s Automobile Industry Almanac 2015 Edition

568 Pages
ISBN: 978-1-62831-342-0
Price: 349.99
Published Date: October 2014

 

 

 

Will Robots Replace Jobs?

In the U.S., analysts, executives and government planners are introduced to a vital question: whether or not American manufacturing is entering a period of renaissance.

The answer is both yes and no. Manufacturing employment has increased modestly in recent months, growing by a total of 201,000 during 2012 and 79,000 in 2013. (2014 has likewise shown gains so far.) There were approximately 12 million people employed in manufacturing in the U.S. as of 2013, growing steadily since the depths of the recent recession, but down dramatically from 19 million in 1980. Much of manufacturing’s recent rebound has been driven by large improvements in the automobile sector, along with strong demand for oil and gas field equipment as well as medical supplies and building materials.

However, advances in factory productivity, including growing investment in robotics, will dampen job creation. In other words, factory output can easily increase faster than factory employment due to growing investment in robotics.

Today, the growing use of robotics as well as the rising wages and other costs in offshore manufacturing centers, particularly China, is fueling intense debate about the future of global manufacturing. Supply chain managers on the corporate side, along with analysts and planners on the government and economic side, are attempting to develop strategies for dealing with these changes on a nation-by-nation basis. To begin with, costs are clearly rising substantially in China, which has long been the world’s manufacturing growth engine. The most important change is the very dynamic situation in wages paid to Chinese factory workers. Wages have been rising steadily, growing 14% on average during 2012 and 12.3% during 2011. For 2013 and 2014, increases are estimated at 10% to 15% per year.

The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) estimated the total, worldwide base of operational industrial robots at the end of 2012 was about 1.5 million. Plunkett Research estimates that this base will expand to approximately 1.8 million by the end of 2014. The global value of industrial robots sold during 2012 was placed by IFR at $8.7 billion. The total value of robotic systems, including software, accessories and engineering, sold during 2014 will total approximately $29 billion, according to Plunkett Research. Industrial robots are selling at a rate of about 162,000 yearly as of 2014.

Robotics are most visible in manufacturing plants, where they can run efficiently 24/7. However, by 2025, we will see wide use of “service” robots in such tasks as hospital and hotel services (cleaning, carrying and communicating), and similar uses in restaurants and retail stores. The likely growth in the minimum wage in the U.S., combined with the growing capabilities and dropping prices of service robots, will foster this trend.

For more data and statistics on the Manufacturing & Robotics industry, see
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Plunkett’s Manufacturing & Robotics Industry Almanac 2015 Edition 

699 Pages
ISBN: 978-1-60879-727-1
Price: 349.99
Published Date: September 2014

 

 

 

Complete Guide to the Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Global wireless subscriptions for cell phones and mobile devices total nearly 7 billion. Advanced cellular technologies, such as LTE and HSPA, are providing lightning-fast access to voice, text and the Internet. Smartphones and tablets like the iPad are selling at a blazing pace worldwide. In fact, mobile devices are rapidly replacing desktop PCs as the computing device of choice, which makes wireless service more vital.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 445

Statistical Tables Provided: 10
Companies Profiled: 297
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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?

The value-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the wireless and cellular business, including:

  1. Analysis of wireless and cellular telecommunications business trends, technologies and markets, including 3G, 4G, LTE and HSPA
  2. Wireless and cellular telephone industry statistics and tables
  3. An analysis of consumer trends in advanced mobile markets
  4. An analysis of wireless networks and wireless Internet access, including the use of Wi-Fi, MIMO and WiMax, Bluetooth and Ultra Wide Band (UWB)

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • AAPT Limited
  • Best Buy Co Inc
  • Iliad SA
  • Mobistar SA
  • RadioShack Corporation

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Complete Guide to the Sports Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Sports Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The sports business is a dynamic and growing industry in the U.S., Europe, Asia Pacific and elsewhere. In addition to major sporting leagues and teams, related sectors include sporting goods manufacturing, sports apparel, sporting events broadcasting and retailing. In addition, sports and the athletes who play in sports by their nature, attract companies interested in endorsements, advertising, merchandising and marketing opportunities. Our Plunkett’s Sports Industry data covers these sectors in detail, giving users convenient access to sports business data.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 501

Statistical Tables Provided: 10
Companies Profiled: 368
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the sports, sporting goods, sports marketing, stadiums, teams, and leagues business, including:

  1. Analysis of sports business trends and markets
  2. Historical sports industry statistics and tables
  3. Profiles of major sporting goods manufacturers and retailers
  4. Profiles of golf equipment and resort firms
  5. Profiles of leading stadiums and stadium managers
  6. A discussion of changes in sports broadcasting, such as sports cable networks, pay per view, video on demand, Internet broadcasting, satellite radio coverage and mobile broadcasting, including advertising opportunities

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Atlanta Braves
  • Dover Motorsports Inc
  • Intrawest Resorts Holding
  • Manchester United PLC
  • PUMA SE

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Complete Guide to the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Outsourcing of all types, along with the offshoring of business processes and contract manufacturing, continues to create massive change in the world of business. This revolution creates both opportunities and challenges for organizations, managers and professionals of all types. Plunkett’s Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry Almanac covers these sectors in detail.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 424

Statistical Tables Provided: 9
Companies Profiled: 301
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

What are the top companies and what are their revenues?

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the offshoring, outsourcing and BPO business, including:

  1. Analysis of outsourcing and offshoring business trends and markets
  2. A discussion of globalization, trends in world trade, and the use of offshore services and manufacturing centers, such as India, China and the Philippines
  3. Profiles of leading financial services outsourcing and payment processing companies
  4. Profiles of global outsourced logistics, distribution and supply chain companies
  5. An analysis of BPO (business process outsourcing) and KPO (knowledge process outsourcing), including offshore professional services

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Balfour Beatty plc
  • CACI International Inc
  • Expeditors International of Washington Inc
  • Hon Hai Precision Industry Company Ltd
  • NCR Corporation

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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Complete Guide to the Games, Apps & Social Media Industry From Plunkett Research

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis reference report, Plunkett’s Games, Apps & Social Media Industry Almanac, 2015 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Three of the most exciting areas in the world of information technology have tremendous synergies and are closely connected in the worlds of information and entertainment: electronic games, mobile apps and social media. As social media becomes more global, it is also being incorporated into virtually all online activities, from business collaboration to online retailing. Games are growing in two channels at once: online and offline. Apps are also changing the shape of the mobile and wireless industry.

Key Features Include:

  • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
  • Market forecasts and industry statistics
  • Industry associations list
  • Profiles of leading companies

Pages: 322

Statistical Tables Provided: 16
Companies Profiled: 191
Geographic Focus: Global
Price: $349.99

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 information-packed book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the games, apps and social media business and much more, including:

  1. User generated content drives social media and generates ad revenues
  2. Social media privacy concerns plague the industry
  3. New platforms revolutionize electronic games
  4. 3-D games open new opportunities/some safety concerns arise
  5. Big trends include new mobile tablet devices like Apple’s iPad
  6. Multi-player gaming (MMORPGs) is strong worldwide

Companies Mentioned Include:

  • Capcom Co Ltd
  • GameFly Inc
  • Microsoft Corp
  • Sony Corporation
  • Youku Tudou Inc
  • Zynga Inc

About Plunkett Research, Ltd.

Plunkett Research is a leading provider of industry trends analysis and market research. Plunkett’s products save time and effort when you need competitive intelligence, market research or marketing data.

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How to Quickly Find an Industry’s Employment Total and History

This is the second of a brief series of emails to show you how to get the most out of the new Industry Analytics tool that is now available within Plunkett Research Online.

Let’s say you want to know how employment within department stores has changed over time.

First, go to the Search All Center on Plunkett Research Online. Here, you will be able to choose from hundreds of specific industries.

Click Industry Analytics.
 

Use the drop down menu to start your search.
In the Filter Keyword box, enter “Department Stores.” Click Filter.

Then, click Employment and Establishments.

Here, you will find a seven-year history of employment, number of firms, establishments and more.

You can see that the employee count declined from 639,100 in 2007 to 532,200 in 2013. You can also see that the largest drop was in 2009, -7.66%.

And, there’s a lot more vital data in the page you just created.

Further down the page, you can see that the average yearly sales per establishment also dropped, from $19.8 million in 2007 to $17.6 million in 2013.

Finally, you will see that the average sales per employee has also dropped, from $123,635 in 2007 to $120,043 in 2013.

That’s the power of Plunkett Analytics at work! If you are a current subscriber, then please log in to www.plunkettresearchonline.com to try out Analytics today!

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How to Quickly Find the Size of an Industry

This is the first of a brief series of emails to show you how to get the most out of the new Industry Analytics tool that is now available within Plunkett Research Online.

Let’s say you want to know the size of the natural gas utilities industry in the U.S., by revenues, and by employee count. While you’re at it, you’d like to see the projected growth of the industry.

First, within Plunkett Research Online, go to your targeted Industry Research Center. In this case, the Energy & Utilities center makes sense.

Click Industry Analytics.
 

Select the industry that you are interested in from the drop down menu, in this case select 221200 Natural Gas Utilities.

Then click on Industry Summary.

Now, with just a couple of clicks, you’ve gotten straight to the data you want: the most recent revenues for this industry ($111 billion) and the employee count (110,300). You’ve also found the projected yearly growth rate (0.79%) as well as projected revenues for the year 2021 ($126 billion).

By the way, the Industry Summary that you’ve generated includes convenient links to profiles of the industry’s leading companies.

While we’re at it, let’s find the number of firms in this industry. Click back to the Analytics page. Click Employment and Establishments.

Here you will find the number of gas utilities firms (445) and the number of offices/establishments (2,450) for the latest year, plus historical information. In addition, you will find average revenues per company ($119.3 million) and per employee ($771,880).

That’s the power of Plunkett Analytics at work! If you are a current subscriber, then please log in to www.plunkettresearchonline.com to try out Analytics today!

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Drug Markets to Soar in China and India

Advanced generations of drugs developed through biotechnology continue to enter the marketplace.

The results may be very promising for patients, as a technology-driven tipping point of medical care is approaching, where drugs that target specific genes and proteins may eventually become widespread. However, it continues to be difficult and expensive to introduce a new drug in the U.S.

Dozens of exciting new drugs for the treatment of dire diseases such as cancer, AIDS, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s are either on the market or are very close to regulatory approval. In a few instances, doctors are now beginning to make treatment decisions based on a patient’s genetic makeup.

Stem cell research is moving ahead briskly on a global basis, and a handful of doctors around the world are now collecting a human patient’s stem cells, cultivating them in a laboratory and reinjecting them into the patient. Many claim dramatic results from this method, in treatment of spine and joint problems, cardiac disease and other conditions. The procedure can cost thousands of dollars and remains experimental. Noted Americans who recently used this procedure include Governor Rick Perry of Texas and New York Yankees baseball team pitcher Bartolo Colon.

Personal genetic codes are becoming less expensive and more widely attainable. Today, the cost of decoding the most important sections of the human genome for an individual patient has dropped dramatically.

Although total drug expenditures are currently small in developing nations such as India, China and Brazil, these markets have tremendous potential over the mid-term. This means that major international drug makers will be expanding their presence in these nations. However, it also means that local drug manufacturers have tremendous incentive to invest in research and marketing. For example, China has made drug research a priority, and Chinese drug research spending grew by 33% yearly from 2007 through 2012
 

For more data and statistics on the global biotech business, see

http://plunkettresearch.com/biotech-drugs-genetics-market-research/industry-and-business-data

Our Biotech & Genetics Industry Almanac 2015 is your key understanding to this growing industry.

Plunkett’s Biotechnology & Genetics Industry Almanac 2015 Edition

568 Pages
ISBN: 978-1-62831-340-6
Price: 349.99
Published Date: September 2014

 

 

 

The New Job Engine

The Sports Industry is a business combined of the “Big 4” in America, which include the National Football League (NFL), National Basketball Association (NBA), the National Hockey League (NHL) and Major League Baseball (MLB).

The “Big 4” brings in about $23 billion in revenue during a typical year, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. U.S. sporting equipment sales at retail sporting goods stores are $44.1 billion yearly. A reasonable estimate of the total U.S. sports market would be $485 billion yearly (and $1.5 trillion for the entire world).

When the astonishing variety of sports-related sectors is considered, a significant portion of the workforce in developed nations such as the U.S., UK, Australia and Japan rely on the sports industry for their livelihoods. In 2013, in the U.S there were 13,880 professional athletes plus 206,808 coaches and scouts, along with 16,140 umpires, referees and officials. Meanwhile, about 523,400 Americans work in fitness centers, 40,700 in snow skiing facilities, 68,300 in bowling centers and 349,900 at country clubs or golf courses. In total, approximately 1.3 million Americans work directly in amusement and recreation sectors. Another 49,800 work in the wholesale trade of sporting goods and 270,000 in retail sporting goods stores

Sports, recreation and related supplies and services have been among the greatest new job engines over the past two years, and virtually all of these sectors are up substantially in job count since 2011.

For more data and statistics on the global sports business, see
http://plunkettresearch.com/sports-recreation-leisure-market-research/industry-and-business-data

Our new Sports Industry Almanac 2015 is your key understanding to the global sports business.

 

Plunkett’s Sports Industry Almanac 2015 Edition

501 Pages
ISBN: 978-1-62831-335-2
Price: 349.99
Published Date: July 2014