July 29, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Almanac, 2023 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Wireless communications, including such fields as mobile entertainment, RFID, mobile banking and cellphone service, continues to be one of the hottest of the world’s industrial sectors.  There were approximately 9.1 billion global wireless communications subscriptions by the end of 2021, according to Plunkett Research estimates.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics.  In addition, this publication profiles the top 300 companies in the Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-64788-002-6 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-994-1 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary

Pages: 416

Statistical Tables Provided: 8

Companies Profiled: 286

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

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

This feature-rich book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular business including:

1. Introduction to the Wireless Industry                                                  
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry                                                  
3. 5G Wireless Networks Rollout Worldwide, Enabling the Internet of Things (IoT)/Massive Investments Required                         
4. Wi-Fi Enables Wireless Traffic Growth, Including the Internet of Things (IoT)                                           
5. Wireless Service Subscriptions Worldwide Reach 9.1 Billion             
6. RFID Drives Inventory Management Evolution                                               
7. Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring Rely on Wireless             
8. Hotels Adopt Smartphones and In-Room Tablets to Deliver Services, Speed Check-In and Replace Room Keys                                                        
9. Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in Vehicles: Telematics, Intelligent Transportation (ITS) and Real Time Traffic Information                              
10. In Emerging Nations, mChek and M-PESA Enable Remote Banking via Cellphone                                              
11. Smartphones and Financial Technology (FinTech) Enable New Mobile Payment Methods                 
12. Location-Based Services (LBS) Enhance Smartphones and Mobile Advertising                                            
13. Global Mobile Apps Revenues Hit $170 Billion Yearly                               
14. The Internet of Things (IoT) and M2M to Boom, Enhanced by Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Open New Avenues for Hacking                  
15. Carriers Reinstate Unlimited Access Plans for Smartphones/Face Intense Subscription Price Competition                                          
16. Voice and Face Recognition Change the Wireless World, Enhanced Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)   
17. Wearable Sensors Track Exercise Data/Apparel and Shoe Manufacturers Adopt Technologies
18. Smaller Satellites (SmallSats and CubeSats) and Low Earth Orbit Revolutionize Telecommunications 
19. Smart Cities Utilize Sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Create Privacy and Security Issues                
20. Overview of the Mobile Apps Industry                                                  
21. Handset Makers Adopt Android, Push Advanced 4G and 5G Smartphones                                        
22. The Future of the Wireless Industry

Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Statistics       

1. Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Internet Access Technologies Compared                                              
3. Wireless Standards & Speeds            
4. Number of Business & Residential High Speed Internet Lines, U.S.: 2016-2021 (June)                                 
5. Top Mobile Operators by Number of Subscribers, Worldwide                 
6. Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite): Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2018-2021                 
7. Satellite Telecommunications: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2017-2020                 
8. Wireless Telecommunications Industry (except Satellite) Employment, U.S.: 2013-April 2022

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Apple Inc
• Alphabet Inc (Google)
• Samsung Electronics Co Ltd
• Hon Hai Precision Industry Company Ltd
• AT&T Inc
• Microsoft Corporation
• Verizon Communications Inc
• China Mobile Limited
• Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT)
• T-Mobile US Inc

July 12, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Games, Apps & Social Media Industry Almanac, 2023 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

In the history of the world of business, very few industries have enjoyed the stellar growth that we have seen in electronic media and entertainment over the past few decades.  This spectacular growth has included electronic games, mobile apps and social media, but the meteoric growth in these three fields has been possible only because of underlying technology trends such as smartphone.

Globally, as of 2021, there were approximately 9.1 billion wireless device subscriptions, in a world of 7.9 billion people in total. (Some users have more than one wireless service subscription.)  The base of people around the world who adopt smartphones will continue to grow, and they will use them to access the internet, games and mobile apps in massive numbers.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics.  In addition, this publication profiles the top 200 companies in the Games, Apps & Social Media Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-654-4 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-979-8 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary

Pages: 314            

Statistical Tables Provided: 14

Companies Profiled: 192

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

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

This feature-rich book covers competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis—everything you need to know about the games, apps & social media business including:

1. Introduction to the Games, Apps and Social Media Industry                                                     
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Games, Apps & Social Media Industry                                      
3. Overview of the Electronic Games Industry                                                                                
4. Overview of the Mobile Apps Industry                                                                                        
5. Overview of the Social Media Industry                                                                                       
6. Social Media Generates Billions of Dollars in Global Online and Mobile Ad Revenues              
7. Streaming Apps Take Over TVs                                                                                                    
8. New Video Game Console Technologies and Features Boost Sales                                           
9. Online & Mobile Games Compete with Consoles                                                                       
10. Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3-D Technologies Create Opportunities for the Tech Industry/Immersion Games to Grow                                                                                          
11. The Metaverse Builds Momentum                                                                                              
12. Fantasy Sports Post Growth, with 60 Million Players                                                                 
13. eSports: Electronic Games Become Spectator Sports                                                                 
14. Virtual Worlds Provide Revenue for Games Publishers                                                              
15. Global Mobile Apps Revenues Hit $170 Billion Yearly                                                                
16. Embedded LTE Wi-Fi and Onboard Apps Incorporated by Auto Makers in New Car Infotainment Systems                                                                                                                                        
17. Gamification:  Games Technology Boosts Education and Training                                             
18. Sports Equipment and Social Media Converge                                                                           
19. Digital Assistants Include Amazon’s Echo and Google’s Home/Alexa and Similar Software Power Third-Party Developers                                                                                                                
20. The Future of Games, Apps & Social Media                                                                                

Games, Apps & Social Media Industry Statistics

1. Games, Apps & Social Media Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Internet Usage Demographics, U.S.: 2021                                                                                  
3. Use of Different Online Platforms: 2021                                                                                     
4. Social Media Usage Demographics, U.S.: 2021                                                                           
5. Home Broadband Adoption Demographics, U.S.: 2021                                                              
6. Smartphone Adoption Demographics, U.S.: 2021                                                                      
7. Number of Business & Residential High Speed Internet Lines, U.S.: 2016-2021                        
8. Quarterly Software Publishing Industry Revenues, U.S.: 1st Quarter 2021-4th Quarter 2021  
9. Software Publishing Industry, U.S.: Estimated Revenue, Inventories & Expenses: 2016-2021  
10. Software Publishing Industry, U.S.: Estimated Selected Expenses: 2016-2021                          
11. Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite): Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2018-2021                                                                                                          
12. Internet Publishing & Broadcasting & Web Search Portals: Estimated Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2021                                                                                                                                    
13. Estimated U.S. Information & Entertainment Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2016-2021     
14. Internet Access Technologies Compared                                                                                    

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Apple Inc
• Alphabet Inc (Google)
• Samsung Electronics Co Ltd
• Microsoft Corporation
• Meta Platforms Inc (Facebook)
• Tencent Holdings Limited
• Sony Group Corporation
• LG Electronics Inc
• ByteDance Ltd (Tik Tok)
• YouTube LLC

July 22, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Sports & Recreation Industry Almanac, 2023 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The sports business is a truly global industry, and sports stir up deep passion within spectators and players alike in countries around the world. Sports business ranges from gambling to facilities management, entertainment and personal fitness. On a very broad basis, including related services, a reasonable estimate of the total U.S. sports and recreation market would be $565.1 billion yearly. Globally, that jumps to $1.5 trillion.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 350 companies in the Sports & Recreation Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-666-7 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-991-0 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary

Pages: 538

Statistical Tables Provided: 8

Companies Profiled: 410

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $399.99

Key Questions Answered Include:

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

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

1. Introduction to the Sports & Recreation Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Sports & Recreation Industry
3. NFL (National Football League): The Biggest Money in U.S. Sports
4. Broadcasting Fees, Digital Access and Investment Savvy Boost MLB (Major League Baseball)
5. NBA (National Basketball Association) Goes Global
6. NHL (National Hockey League) Expands
7. Television Rights Contracts Bring in Lucrative Revenues for Major Sports Leagues
8. Soccer (Football) Leagues in the U.S. and Europe Reap Significant Revenues and Sponsorships
9. New Sports Stadiums Launched in the U.S./Stadium Sponsorships Offset Costs
10. NCAA College Sports Are Big Revenue Earners/Student Athletes Eligible for Some Compensation
11. PGA (Professional Golf Association) Faces Competition from LIV
12. Fantasy Sports Post Growth, with 60 Million Players
13. eSports: Electronic Games Become Spectator Sports
14. Sports Betting Gains Traction with Online Betting
15. Sports Equipment Manufacturers Offer the Latest High-Tech Advantages
16. Wearable Sensors Track Exercise Data/Apparel and Shoe Manufacturers Adopt

Technologies

17. Sports Agents Are Indispensable/Sports Marketing Booms in China
18. Sports Licensing Heats Up
19. New Video Game Console Technologies and Features Boost Sales
20. Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3-D Games Create Opportunities in the Tech

Industry/Immersion Games to Grow

21. Aging Baby Boomers Will Cause Significant Changes in the Leisure Sector, Including Sports and Activity-Based Travel
22. Athletic Footwear Sales Boom, Drawing Big Names from Athletes to Designers
23. The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere
24. 3-D Printing and Robotics Revolutionize Manufacture of Shoes and Fabrics
25. Exercise Apparel Sales Rise/Athleisure Clothing Sales Soar
26. Sports Equipment and Social Media Converge
27. The Future of the Sports Industry Will Be Shaped by Technologies and Demographics

Sports Industry Statistics

1. Sports & Recreation Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Global Sports Industry Revenues, 2019-2021
3. Selected U.S. Sports Industry Revenues: 2015-2021
4. Sports Industry, Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2021
5. U.S. Spectator Sports, Performing Arts & Related Industries, Breakdown of Expenses: 2017-2020
6. Estimated Monthly Sporting Goods Stores Retail Sales, U.S.: 1992- March 2022
7. Overview of the Media Contracts of the Four Big Sports Leagues
8. Sports Industry Employment by Business Type, U.S.: 2018-2022

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Comcast Corporation
• Walt Disney Company
• Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
• Nike Inc
• WarnerMedia (Warner Media LLC)
• NBCUniversal Media LLC
• Paramount Global
• adidas AG
• ESPN Inc
• Cox Communications Inc

July 05, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. recently announced an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Consulting Industry Almanac, 2022 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Global consulting industry revenues (including HR, IT, strategy, technical, operations, management and business advisory services) will be an estimated $502 billion in 2021, according to Plunkett Research estimates. In the U.S., consulting of all types, including management, scientific and technical, generated $295.9 billion during 2020, up from $284.5 billion the previous year.

The Coronavirus pandemic dampened budgets and spending at many types of corporations, government agencies and other enterprises. Some consulting projects were postponed or reduced. At the same time, however, consultants who work in the areas of ecommerce, online systems, employee systems, HR, cybersecurity, strategy, supply chain and other areas may have seen booming business. Going forward, structural changes in business, industry, education and government will certain opportunities for many types consultancies that can deliver a true return on investment along with innovative ways to cope with rapid change.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 250 companies in Consulting.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-612-4 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-930-9 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary
• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry

Pages: 358

Statistical Tables Provided: 4

Companies Profiled: 238

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 world’s top companies and what are their revenues?

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

1. Introduction to the Consulting Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Consulting Industry
3. Consulting in Emerging Nations/The Offshoring of Consulting Projects
4. Management Consulting and Consulting to Major Corporations
5. Consulting to Governments/U.S. Federal and State Consulting Contracts
6. Federal Government Consulting Contracts Are Massive in IT, Defense & Facilities
7. IT Consulting/Software Consulting/Computer Operations Consulting
8. Trends in Manufacturing, such as Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs), Lead to Collaboration and Consulting-Like Services
9. Consulting Firms Accept Assignments with Contingency Fees
10. Consulting Firms Acquire Digital Advertising Agencies, Extending Their Marketing Services
11. Accounting Firms Taking Large Market Share of Consulting Contracts
12. Many Industry Sectors Seek Consulting and Outsourcing Income, Competing with Pure Consultancies
13. Major Corporations and Organizations Develop Internal Consultants and Seek Outside Clients
14. Corporate Clients Want Solid Returns on IT Investments
15. Consultancies Position Themselves to Serve Global Markets and Multinational Corporations
16. Offshoring to India Drives Changes in Global Consulting
17. BPO and KPO: White-Collar and Professional Tasks Are such as Law and Accounting Are Outsourced/Call Centers Become More Sophisticated
18. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Is Replacing Human Workers
19. New MBAs Desire Consulting and Accounting Jobs

Consulting Industry Statistics

1. Consulting Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Consulting Industry Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2015-2020
3. Management Consulting Companies: Estimated Sources of Revenue, U.S.: 2015-2019
4. Consulting Industry Employment, U.S.: 2015-March 2021

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Abt Associates Inc
• Arthur D Little
• Helios & Matheson Analytics Inc
• ABB LTD
• Abelica Global
• Affiliated Computer Services Inc
• PA Consulting Group
• Randstad Holding NV
• Amey plc
• Analysts International Corporation

June 29, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Real Estate & Construction Industry Almanac, 2022 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

The real estate and construction sectors, including the many professions and fields associated with them, are among the larger components of the global economy. As of end of year 2021, the U.S. Bureau of Labor estimated that 7.4 million Americans were employed in the construction industry (up from 7.0 million at the beginning of 2020, and almost back to 2007’s peak of 7.6 million). Construction of all types, including commercial, has enjoyed a strong market in recent years. About $2.98 trillion in new American construction was expected to be put into place for 2021, according to the U.S. Bureau of the Census.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 500 companies in Real Estate & Construction Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-615-5 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-946-0 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary

Pages: 650

Statistical Tables Provided: 14

Companies Profiled: 508

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 and business analysis—everything you need to know about the real estate, construction & home building business including:

1. Introduction to the Real Estate & Construction Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Real Estate & Construction Industry
3. Rising Interest Rates Hinder Mortgage Originations, May Slow Home Sales
4. Online Competition Changes the Mortgage Industry
5. Millennials & Investors Buying Homes/High Prices Pose Challenges
6. Real Estate Online Services Continue to Grow
7. Internet-Based Home Sales and Cheap Commissions Rock Residential Brokers
8. Homes and Commercial Buildings Seek Green Certification
9. Building Technologies Advance/Robotics & 3D Printing Used in Construction
10. Baby Boomers Become a Strong Influence in the Housing Market/Universal Design
    Catches On
11. Multigenerational Families Are Increasingly Living Under One Roof
12. Real Estate Markets in China and India Face Challenges
13. Mixed-Use Developments Go Vertical
14. Mall and Shopping Center Occupancy Fall as Online Sales Hurt Stores
15. Malls Remodel to Boost Sales and Attract Shoppers/Store Visitor Counts Are Disappointing
16. Tiny Apartments and Condos Proliferate, Solve Affordability Problem
17. Remodeling Market Is Strong
18. Shared Spaces for Co-Living and Co-Working Face Challenges
19. The Internet of Things (IoT) and the Smart Home
20. The Future of Housing/The Future of Cities

Real Estate & Construction Industry Statistics

1. Real Estate & Construction Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Selected Construction Industry Revenue by Industry Sector, U.S.: 2017-2021
3. Value of U.S. Private Construction Put in Place: 2015-2021
4. Value of U.S. Public Construction Put in Place: 2015-2021
5. Estimates of the Total Housing Inventory for the U.S.: 2020-2021
6. Commercial, Residential & Farm Mortgages by Holder, U.S.: 2013-2021
7. Home Mortgages by Holder, U.S.: 2013-2021
8. Mortgage Loans Outstanding, U.S.: 1985-2021
9. New Privately-Owned Housing Units Started, U.S.: 1985-2021
10. Homeownership Rates by Region, U.S.: Selected Years, 1965-2021
11. Average Sales Prices of New Homes Sold in U.S.: 1963-2021
12. Median & Average Sales Price of New Single Family Homes by Region, U.S.: 1990-2021
13. Construction Industry Employment, U.S.: 2017- February 2022
14. Miscellaneous Real Estate & Construction Industry Employment, U.S.: 2017- February 2022

Companies Mentioned Include:

• China State Construction Engineering Corp (CSCEC)
• China Railway Construction Company Limited (CRCC)
• Home Depot Inc
• China Communications Construction Company Limited
• Lowes Companies Inc
• Greenland Holdings Corporation Limited
• Sinohydro Corporation
• Poly Developments and Holdings Group Co Ltd
• Daiwa House Industry Co Ltd
• Samsung C&T Corporation

June 20, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Engineering & Research Industry Almanac, 2022 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

In industrialized nations, R&D investment has risen from an average of about 1.5% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 1980 to about 2.0% today (in terms of current US dollars). The U.S. continues to lead the world in terms of total investment in research and development, with forecast investments of $685 billion for 2022. However, it ranks behind many other industrialized nations in terms of R&D as a percent of GDP. Engineering, science and research and development provide large numbers of well-paying jobs in America and around the world. Officially, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates 1.60 million people working in architectural and engineering services as of February 2022.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 500 companies in the Engineering & Research industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: 978-1-62831-616-2 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-935-4 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary

Pages: 672

Statistical Tables Provided: 21

Companies Profiled: 495

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 and business analysis—everything you need to know about the engineering & research business including:

1. Introduction to the Engineering & Research Industry
2. A Short History of U.S. Industrial Research & Development
3. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Engineering & Research Industry
4. R&D Expands in Chinese Research Parks/Patent Filings Soar
5. Outsourcing and Offshoring of Research, Development and Engineering Grow Along With Globalization
6. Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) Adds Value to Contract Electronics Manufacturing
7. The State of the Biotechnology Industry Today
8. From Korea to India to Singapore to China, Nations Compete Fiercely in Biotech Development

9. Globalization and Worldwide Collaboration Fuel the Research Efforts of Major Corporations
10. Number of Patent Applications Remains High/Patent Laws Change
11. 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing), Rapid Prototyping and Computer Aided Design
12. Industrial Robots and Factory Automation Advance Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
13. Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Power Research Continues/Fuel Cell Cars Enter Market
14. Electric Cars and Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) to See Massive New Investments by Auto Makers
15. Major Research and Advancements in Lithium Batteries/Tesla and Panasonic Operate the Gigafactory
16. The Future: Pervasive Computing and Complete Mobility Will Be Standard
17. Supercomputing Hits 1,102 Petaflops/IBM’s Watson Expands Commercial Applications for Big Data
18. Superconductivity Provides Advanced Electricity Distribution Technology
19. Private, Reusable Rockets Launch Commercial Satellites and Serve Both the U.S. Military & NASA

20. Technology Discussion—Synthetic Biology
21. The Future of Transportation and Supply Chains: Massive Investments in Infrastructure, Mobility Services and Hyperloop
22. HPTP Thermoplastics, Thermoset and Engineered Plastics Enable Advanced Products/Nanocomposites Offer the Ultimate in Advanced Materials
23. Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and Robotics

Engineering & Research Industry Statistics

1. Engineering & Research Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Quarterly Engineering & Research Industry Revenues, U.S.: 2021
3. Engineering & Scientific Research & Development Services: Estimated Sources of Revenue, U.S.: 2016-2020
4. Federal R&D Funding by Character of Work and Facilities and Equipment, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
5. Federal R&D Budget & Distribution by Agency, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
6. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for National Defense, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
7. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Health and Human Services, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
8. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Space Flight, Research & Supporting Activities, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2020-2022
9. NASA Budget Appropriations & Projections: 2020-2026
10. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Basic Research, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
11. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Agriculture, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
12. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Transportation, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
13. Federal R&D & R&D Plant Funding for Energy, U.S.: Fiscal Years 2019-2021
14. U.S. Department of Energy Funding for Science & Energy Programs: 2021-2023
15. U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) Budget: Fiscal Years 2020-2022
16. Research Funding for Biological Sciences, U.S. National Science Foundation: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
17. Research Funding for Engineering, U.S. National Science Foundation: Fiscal Years 2021-2023
18. Top 30 U.S. Patent Recipient Organizations: 2021
19. The U.S. Drug Discovery & Approval Process
20. Employment in Engineering Occupations by Business Type, U.S.: 2018-February 2022
21. Employment in Life & Physical Science Occupations by Business Type, U.S.: May 2021

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Saudi Aramco (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
• Apple Inc
• China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Co Ltd
• China State Construction Engineering Corp (CSCEC)
• Toyota Motor Corporation
• Microsoft Corporation
• China Railway Construction Company Limited (CRCC)
• SAIC Motor Corporation Limited
• Honda Motor Co Ltd
• Mitsubishi Corporation

June 16, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, FinTech, Cryptocurrency & Electronic Payments Industry Almanac, 2022 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.Financial technology, often referred to as FinTech, is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the world of business. Earliest applications of FinTech were basic, pretty much limited to the convenience and market-wide acceptance of managing bank and other financial accounts online. Looked at in a broad manner, FinTech is now the driving force in financial services, accounts and transactions of all types, including bank accounts, lending, investment accounts/trading, insurance, mortgages, credit cards, and wealth management.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 235 companies in the FinTech, Cryptocurrency & Electronic Payments Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-632-2 (Available)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-957-6 (Available)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary

Pages: 348

Statistical Tables Provided: 7

Companies Profiled: 244

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 and business analysis—everything you need to know about the FinTech, Cryptocurrency & Electronic Payments business including:

1. Introduction to the FinTech, Cryptocurrency & Electronic Payments Industry
2. Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Explained
3. The Difference Between Cryptocurrencies and Stable Coins/National Treasuries Consider Issuing Stable Digital Currencies
4. BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) Options Gain Payments Market Share
5. Digital Wallets Gain Payments Market Share
6. The SuperApp Begins to Develop in FinTech
7. Real Time Payments (RTP)/Instant Payments to Grow
8. Neobanks/Virtual Banks Explained/Top Competitors
9. A Brief History of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the State of the Industry Today
10. Voice, Face & Image Recognition Change the Wireless World, Enhanced Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)
11. Insurance Underwriting Uses Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Policy Holders Allow Their Habits to Be Tracked for Lower Insurance Rates
12. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Is Replacing Human Workers
13. Digital Assistants Include Amazon’s Echo and Google’s Home/Alexa and Similar Software Power Third-Party Developers
14. Growth in Big Data Supported by Expansion of Cloud Computing and Predictive Analytics
15. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Powers Hedge Fund Investment Strategies
16. Banks and Mobile Apps Vie for Previously Underserved Markets, Including Hispanics
17. China Sees Growth in Online Payments, Banking and Lending/Alipay Soars
18. The Internet, Smartphones and ATMs Replace Bank Branches and Tellers
19. Smartphones and Financial Technology (FinTech) Enable New Mobile Payment Methods
20. Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Payment Systems, such as Zelle and Venmo, Soar in Popularity
21. In Emerging Nations, mChek and M-PESA Enable Remote Banking via Smartphone
22. Online Competition Changes the Mortgage Industry
23. Open Banking May Revolutionize the World of Banking and Finance
24. The Future of Banking, Credit Cards, Mobile Payments and Mortgages

FinTech, Cryptocurrency & Electronic Payments Industry Statistics

1. FinTech, Cryptocurrency & Electronic Payments Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Artificial Intelligence Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
3. Investment & Securities Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
4. U.S. Banking, Mortgages & Credit Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
5. Global Credit Card Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
6. FDIC Insured Institution Statistics: 2nd Quarter 2021
7. Employment in the Banking Industry, U.S.: 2015-July 2021

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Apple Inc
• Microsoft Corporation
• Visa Inc
• Fidelity Investments Inc
• Intuit Inc
• Stripe Inc
• TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation
• Experian plc
• KakaoPay Corp
• IHS Markit Ltd

May 15, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Plunkett’s Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Almanac, 2022 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

At Plunkett Research, we look at the “hospitality” industry in a broad way, to include most types of services or sectors that serve freshly-prepared food and drinks to customers or provide lodging services to travelers. That is, they literally provide hospitality to their paying guests.

Consequently, we include restaurants of all types, as well as catering, cafeterias, coffee shops and bars or taverns. (However, we do not include the prepared foods sections of supermarkets.) On the lodging side of hospitality, we include hotels, motels, inns, resorts and hostels. In addition, we include cruise lines—a hospitality segment that is of growing importance to the global economy. Of course, many lodging businesses, such as hotels and cruise lines, also include restaurants, and more than a few include casinos, retail shopping areas or resort amenities.

Key findings:

Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 350 companies in Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-617-9 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-947-7 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary

Pages: 492

Statistical Tables Provided: 6

Companies Profiled: 355

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 and business analysis—everything you need to know about the restaurant, hotel and hospitality business including:

Introduction to the Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry

1. Introduction to the Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Global Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry
3. McDonald’s and Other Fast Food Companies Reposition to Adapt to New Consumer Tastes and Robotics
4. Wages for Restaurant, Hotel and Hospitality Workers
5. Fast Food Faces Stiff Competition from Casual Dining Restaurants (Fast Casual/Fast Fine)
6. Food Trucks Enjoy a Boom
7. Craft/Microbreweries Proliferate
8. Grubhub, DoorDash and Others Deliver Restaurant Meals and Household Items to
   Customers’ Homes
9. Obesity Sparks Government, School and Corporate Initiatives/Snack Foods Get Healthier/Taxes on Unhealthy Foods
10. Retail Technologies Advance for Restaurant Online Ordering, along with Robotics and Automation
11. Cruise Industry Rebuilds After the Coronavirus
12. Small Cruise Ships Feature Adventure, Luxury, Intimacy or Access to More Places
13. River Cruise Lines Launched with Low Capital Investment and High Fares
14. Chinese Tourism Will Create Growth Opportunities for the Cruise and Hotel Industries
15. Ecotourism, Sustainable Tourism, Adventure Tourism and Volunteerism Grow as
    Certification Standards Emerge
16. Luxury Hotel Chains Expanded Globally
17. What Millennials and Mobile-Savvy Consumers Want as Tourists and Travelers
18. Hotels Target Young Customers with Strategies Ranging from Micro Rooms and Hostels, to Hip Hotels that Encourage Mingling to Fitness Options
19. Hotels Adopt Smartphones and In-Room Tablets to Deliver Services, Speed Check-In and Replace Room Keys
20. Sharing Economy Gains Market Share in Travel with Online Sites Like Airbnb, Vrbo and
    Many Global Competitors
21. Online Travel Agencies (OTAs)/Hotels Fight to Keep Control of the Customer
22. Hotel Mergers Enable Chains to Claim Market Share, Add Unique Properties
23. Localization will Drive Hotel Features, Marketing
24. Dog-Friendly Hotels Gain Market Share
25. The Future of the Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry

Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry Statistics

1. Restaurant, Hotel & Hospitality Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Estimated U.S. Food Services and Drinking Places Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2014-2021
3. Estimated U.S. Accommodation Sector Quarterly Revenues: 2019-4th Quarter 2021
4. Consumer Food Price Indexes, Food Away from Home & Food at Home, U.S.: 1997-2020
5. Restaurant and Hospitality Industry Employment by Business Type, U.S.: 2017-2022
6. Food Preparation and Serving Related Employment and Wage Estimates by Occupation, U.S.: May 2020

Companies Mentioned Include:

• UniPro Foodservice Inc
• SYSCO Corporation
• StoneX Group Inc
• Reyes Holdings LLC
• Performance Food Group Company
• Inspire Brands Inc
• Starbucks Corporation
• Burger King Worldwide Inc
• Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits LLC
• Sodexo Group

May 9, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry Almanac, 2022 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

Apparel retailing has always been a tough, highly competitive business, and many chains rise dramatically and then fail. The rising success of e-commerce in apparel retailing only makes the tough, highly nature of the business truer. Plunkett Research estimates the global retail clothing and footwear market at $2.2 trillion for 2022. This includes sales by ecommerce and other non-store retailing methods. One of the more interesting recent developments in apparel manufacturing has been a certain amount of reshoring.

Key Findings:

Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 350 companies in the Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-618-6 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-922-4 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary

Pages: 494

Statistical Tables Provided: 9

Companies Profiled: 375

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 and business analysis—everything you need to know about the apparel, shoes & textiles business including:

1. Introduction to the Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry
2. Wage Rise Slows in China/Vietnam and Other Countries Gain Manufacturing Market Share
3. Upswing in U.S. Apparel and Textile Jobs as Firms Reshore
4. Working Conditions and Workers’ Rights Become Major Considerations as Work Moves from China to Lower-Cost Nations
5. Wearable Sensors Track Exercise Data/Apparel and Shoe Manufacturers Adopt
   Technologies
6. 3-D Printing and Robotics Revolutionize Manufacture of Shoes and Fabrics
7. Exercise Apparel Sales Rise/Athleisure Clothing Sales Soar
8. Athletic Footwear Sales Boom, Drawing Big Names from Athletes to Designers
9. 3PL Logistics Services and Supply Chain Management Services
10. The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere
11. Bricks, Clicks and Catalogs Create Synergies While Online Sales Growth Surges
12. Plus-Size Apparel and Vanity Sizing Target Overweight Consumers
13. Self Service Apparel Fitting Technologies Grow
14. Fast Fashion: Designers and Retailers Speed Up
15. Apparel Manufacturing Goes Green
16. Designers and Manufacturers Bypass the Middleman with Direct-to-Consumer Online Business Models
17. Fashion Rental Pioneered by Online Apparel Firm Rent the Runway
18. Subscription Fashion Services, Including Stitch Fix, Target Consumers
19. Amazon Becomes One of the World’s Leading Sellers of Apparel and Shoes
20. Disruption, Technology and the Future of the Fashion, Apparel and Shoes Business

Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry Statistics

1. Apparel, Shoes & Textiles Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. U.S. Apparel Manufacturing Producer Price Index (PPI): 2003-February 2022
3. Percent Change in Annual U.S. Apparel Manufacturing Producer Prices: 2007-2021
4. Top 50 Countries Exporting Textiles & Apparel to the U.S., All MFA Fibers: 2020-2021
5. Top 50 Destinations of U.S. Textiles & Apparel Exports: 2020-2021
6. Top 25 Countries Exporting Apparel & Non-Apparel Textiles to the U.S.,
   All MFA Fibers: 2020-2021
7. Top 15 Countries Exporting Fabric, Man-Made Fiber Products, Cotton Products
   & Wool Products to the U.S., All MFA Fibers: 2020-2021
8. U.S. Retail Sales, Selected Kinds of Businesses: 2015-2021
9. Apparel & Textiles Industry Employment by Business Type, U.S.: 2017-2022

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Walmart Inc
• Koch Industries Inc
• Target Corporation
• ITOCHU Corporation
• Reliance Industries Limited
• Seven & I Holdings Co Ltd
• Nike Inc
• TJX Companies Inc (TJ Maxx)
• Zara International Inc
• Inditex (Industria de Diseno Textil SA)

May 3, 2022

HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report, Advertising & Branding Industry Almanac, 2022 edition. A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.

On a global basis, spending on advertising is irrevocably linked to media, whether traditional media like broadcast radio, commercial television or daily newspapers. In recent years, ads on social media sites have been added to the media spending mix. Another important development has been the use of data mining and predictive analytics to study patterns of consumer media use in order to place ads, especially digital ads, in front of the best possible audience for a particular ad. Both the online audience and the level of sophistication in online advertising continue to increase dramatically as well.

Key Findings:

• Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 300 companies in the Advertising & Branding Industry.

Available Formats:

• Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-619-3 (Available Now)
• E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-919-4 (Available Now)
• Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)

Key Features Include:

• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
• Industry Glossary

Pages: 492

Statistical Tables Provided: 10

Companies Profiled: 356

Geographic Focus: Global

Price: $379.99

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 and business analysis—everything you need to know about the advertising & branding business including:

1. Introduction to the Advertising and Branding Industry
2. The Coronavirus’ Effect on the Advertising & Branding Industry
3. Agencies Face Both Evolving Client Needs and Vast Changes in Media
4. Digital & Search Advertising Soar, Has Larger Market Share of U.S. Advertising Than TV
5. Metaverse Provides Advertising Opportunities
6. Programmatic Ad Buying Dominates the Market
7. Global Internet Market Tops 5.2 Billion Users/Ultrafast Broadband Expands, both Fixed and Wireless
8. Television Ads Evolve to Face New Challenges, Formats and Online Competitors
9. DVR Market Evolves/Time-Shifting Hurts Advertisers
10. Embedded Advertising/Product Placement/Branded Entertainment and Marketing Soar
11. Social Media Generates Billions of Dollars in Global Online and Mobile Ad Revenues
12. Email Reigns as One of the Single Most Effective Advertising Tools
13. Newspapers and Magazines Rely on Digital Editions and Apps
14. Billboards Go Digital
15. Location-Based Services (LBS) Enhance Smartphones and Mobile Advertising
16. Private Label Brands Grow in Share of Total Store Sales
17. LOHAS-Socially Conscious Consumers Create Challenges and Opportunities for Advertisers and Marketers
18. Growth in China’s Ad Market
19. Growth in Big Data Supported by Expansion of Cloud Computing and Predictive Analytics
20. Retail Technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Advance for Store Checkout and
    Restaurant Orders
21. Online Marketing, Social Media and Ecommerce Enable Startups/Disruption in Consumer Products and Cosmetics
22. Consulting Firms Acquire Digital Advertising Agencies, Extending Their Marketing Services

Advertising & Branding Industry Statistics

1. Advertising & Branding Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview
2. Estimated U.S. Advertising Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2014-2021
3. Advertising Agencies, Public Relations Agencies & Direct Mail Advertising: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2015-2020
4. Employment in Advertising & Related Industries, U.S.: 1990-January 2022
5. Internet Publishing & Broadcasting & Web Search Portals: Estimated Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2021
6. Newspaper Publishers: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2021
7. Periodical Publishers: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2021
8. Radio Networks & Radio Stations: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2021
9. Television Broadcasting: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2021
10. Cable & Other Subscription Programming: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2016-2021

Companies Mentioned Include:

• Walt Disney Company
• Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
• WarnerMedia (Warner Media LLC)
• DirecTV LLC (DIRECTV)
• ESPN Inc
• Fox Corporation
• Accenture Interactive Operations
• Dai Nippon Printing Co Ltd
• News Corporation
• Hakuhodo Inc