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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.

 

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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.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

 

 

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.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

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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.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

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.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

 

 

 

 

 

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.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

 

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.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

 

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.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

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.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com

 

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.

plunkettresearch.com

713.932.0000 (US)

info@plunkettresearch.com