Consumer Trends Analysis: Understanding Consumer Trends and Drivers of Behavior in the US Prepared Meals Market

Synopsis

Understanding Consumer Trends and Drivers of Behavior in the US Prepared Meals Market identifies the key demographic groups driving consumption, and what motivates their consumption. The report uses a unique method of quantifying consumer trends to highlight the degree of influence they have on consumption within the category. The report also identifies the most important trends within the market and shows whether beliefs over what influences consumer behavior within the category are accurate.

Understanding Consumer Trendsand Drivers of Behavior in the US Prepared Meals Market provides an overview of the market, analyzing market data, demographic consumption patterns within the category, and the key consumer trends driving consumption. The report highlights innovative new product development that effectively targets the most pertinent consumer need states, and offers strategic recommendations to capitalize on evolving consumer landscapes.

Key Findings

• Consumers aged 55 and over are a key consumer group for Prepared Meals in the US

• The US Prepared Meals market is the largest by both volume and value

• The desire for convenient products at affordable prices drives Prepared Meals’ consumption in the US

• The search for Prepared Meals offering better value for money will result in decreasing brand loyalty

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• Key consumer demographic groups driving consumption within the US market. The figures showcase the number of times consumers of specific ages and gender consume Prepared Meals, as well as identifying whether these demographic groups “over” consume in the category (i.e. they account for a higher proportion of occasions than the proportion of society they represent overall)

• Market value and volumes over 2008-2018 for the US and nine other countries to give a global context

• The degree of influence that the 20 key consumer trends identified by Canadean have on Prepared Meals consumption volumes, with granular analysis on the extent that degree of influences varies between gender and age group

• Insight into the implications behind the data, and analysis of how the needs of will evolve in the short-to-medium term future

• Examples of international and US-specific product innovation targeting key consumer needs.

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This report brings together consumer analysis and market data to provide actionable insight into the behavior of the US Prepared Meals consumers. This is based on Canadean’s unique consumer data, developed from extensive consumption surveys and consumer group tracking, which quantifies the influence of 20 consumption motivations in the Prepared Meals sector. This allows product and marketing strategies to be better aligned with the leading trends in the market.

Construction in Finland Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018

Synopsis

This “Construction in Finland Key Trends and Opportunities to 2018” report provides detailed market analysis, information and insights into the Finnish construction industry including:
• The Finnish construction industry's growth prospects by market, project type, and construction activity
• Analysis of equipment, material and service costs across each project type in Finland
• Critical insight into the impact of industry trends and issues, and the risks and opportunities they present to participants in the Finnish construction industry
• Profiles of the leading operators in the Finnish construction industry
• Data highlights of the largest construction projects in Finland

Summary

The Finnish construction industry recorded a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.34% during the review period (2009−2013). The industry will be primarily supported by the commercial and infrastructure markets, due to government efforts to support the country’s growth and competitiveness. According to Invest in Finland, the government agency that promotes foreign investment in the country, foreign direct investment (FDI) rose from 153 new investments in 2012 to 213 in 2013. However, slow economic growth and limited government spending will affect investments in the institutional market. Consequently, the construction industry’s output is expected to record a CAGR of 1.50% over the forecast period (2014−2018), driven by increased FDI and government’s focus on strengthening the country’s urban infrastructure.

Scope

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the construction industry in Finland. It provides:
• Historical (2009-2013) and forecast (2014-2018) valuations of the construction industry in Finland using construction output and value-add methods
• Segmentation by sector (commercial, industrial, infrastructure, institutional and residential) and by project type
• Breakdown of values within each project type, by type of activity (new construction, repair and maintenance, refurbishment and demolition) and by type of cost (materials, equipment and services)
• Analysis of key construction industry issues, including regulation, cost management, funding and pricing
• Detailed profiles of the leading construction companies in Finland

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• Identify and evaluate market opportunities using our standardized valuation and forecasting methodologies
• Assess market growth potential at a micro-level with over 600 time-series data forecasts
• Understand the latest industry and market trends
• Formulate and validate business strategies using Timetric's critical and actionable insight
• Assess business risks, including cost, regulatory and competitive pressures
• Evaluate competitive risk and success factors


Key Highlights

• Due to slow economic growth, the construction industry declined in 2013. According to Statistics Finland, construction companies’ turnover declined by 1.9% as compared to 2012, and the value add in the construction industry fell by 2.3% in 2013. In the last quarter of 2013, the turnover of the construction industry declined by 1.5% as compared to the same period of 2012. In the last quarter of 2013, the turnover of specialized construction activities dropped by 2.2%, and building construction decreased by 1.4% over the corresponding period of 2012. However, as a sign of future growth, in the last quarter of 2013 the area covered under building permits reached 8.9 million m2, 13.3% more than in the last quarter of 2012.

• In 2012, the government proposed to increase the standard VAT rate by 1 percentage point. However, according to shopping tourism company Global Blue, tax-free sales in 2013 increased by 27% in Kouvola and 25% in Imatra, as compared to 2012. The growth in tax-free sales in Finland was primarily contributed by the rising number of Russian visitors, and is likely to attract investments in the retail buildings category over the forecast period.

• According to Statistics Finland, net migration in the country increased from 17,433 in 2012 to 18,048 in 2013. Internal migration from rural urban areas will continue to rise, which will increase demand for residential units at growth centers such as Helsinki. According to the YIT Group, Finland’s largest residential construction company, the country will need annual production of 24,000–29,000 apartments over the forecast period. However, restrictions in the availability of land for building apartments, and tough energy-efficiency requirements may constrain the housing supply, leading to the construction of smaller, more efficient apartments. With rising migration and changing housing needs, demand for residential units is likely to pick up over the forecast period.

• Finland aims to establish a carbon-neutral society by 2050, and better energy efficiency and increased investment in renewable energy will be needed to achieve this. According to the EU Renewable Energy Directive, the country aims to meet 38% of its total energy consumption through renewable sources by 2020. In its 2013 budget, the government increased energy subsidies to EUR145 million (US$192.2 million), of which EUR100 million (US$132.6 million) is to be allocated to bio-refinery projects, with the remaining amount allocated for renewable energy investments. As a result, the energy infrastructure category is expected to grow over the forecast period.

• According to Statistics Finland, the Finland’s economy contracted by 1.4% in 2013. To support growth and competitiveness in the economy, in 2013 the government cut the corporate tax rate by 4.5 percentage points, from 24.5% to 20%, effective January 2014. This move should help to attract investment and create jobs in the country. The Bank of Finland predicts 0.6% GDP growth in 2014 and 1.7% in 2015. This is likely to improve business activities, enabling the office buildings category to grow over the forecast period.

Precious Metals Mining in Australia to 2020

 Synopsis

The Precious Metals Mining in Australia to 2020 report comprehensively covers the countrys historical and forecast data on gold, silver and diamond production to 2020, with production by region and reserves. The report also includes drivers and restraints affecting the industry, profiles of major precious metals mining companies, information on the major active, planned and exploration projects, and regulations governing the industry.

Summary

Australia is one of the worlds major producers and exporters of precious metals with production of 8.5 million ounces of gold, 64.9 million ounces of silver and 11.5 million carats of diamond in 2013. Gold and diamond reserves are found mainly in the state of Western Australia, while the main silver reserves are in Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory.

Scope

The report contains an overview of the Australian precious metals mining industry together with the key growth factors and restraints affecting the countrys precious metals mining industry. It also provides detailed information about production, prices, reserves, reserves by regions, competitive landscape, major active, exploration and development projects and trade. Also included is the countrys fiscal regime, which includes governing bodies and relevant laws, rights and obligations of the mining companies, as well as key fiscal terms.

Reasons To Buy

To gain an understanding of the Australian precious metals mining industry, the relevant drivers and restraining factors, historical and forecast production and trade data and the fiscal regime.

Key Highlights

Western Australia accounted for more than 70% of countrys total gold and diamond production in 2013. Gold reserves are mostly found in the Olympic Dam in South Australia, Cadia East in New South Wales, and Boddington and Telfer in Western Australia.
Australia exported 282,100 ounces of gold in 2012 mainly to India, the UK and Thailand. In 2013, diamond exports reached 11.6 million carats.
The potential for growth in the countrys precious metals mining industry is backed by upcoming and expansion projects, plentiful reserves and resources and growing demand from consuming countries such as China, India, Hong Kong and other Asian countries.
A number of projects are expected to commence operations during 20142021. Gold projects such as the Camel Creek Project in Western Australia and Castle Hill Project in Western Australia are expected to start in 2014.

MediPoint: Spinal Fusion - Global Analysis and Market Forecasts

Spinal fusion surgery is a well-established procedure that has been performed since the early 1900s. The procedure has benefited immensely from its long history of use, investments in advancing technologies, and its clinical success in a growing variety of spinal conditions. These traits have led spinal fusion surgery to become one of the most frequently performed surgeries in the US, which is undoubtedly, the largest geographic market for this procedure. Given the global phenomenon of an aging society and the associated increasing incidences of degenerative spinal conditions, the spinal fusion market is expected to remain strong over the forecast period.

However, there are still several barriers that are dampening the intervention’s potential adoption levels. Most notably, in the US, public payers are beginning to implement strict measures on reimbursement documentation in an effort to eliminate medically unnecessary procedures. For example, Medicare will now require spine surgeons to document conservative efforts to alleviate the patient’s symptoms prior to undergoing surgery. Another market barrier is the emergence of a new class of medical device technologies that seek to capitalize on one of the persistent weaknesses of spinal fusions. Non-fusion technologies are designed to retain motion at the operated level and reduce stresses experienced by adjacent segments. This is meant to eliminate the progression of symptomatic adjacent segment disease, which still troubles spinal fusion’s effectiveness to this day.

The spinal fusion market encompasses a variety of implantable medical technologies, where multiple devices can be utilized in a single procedure. For this research report, the three leading device categories are covered: spinal plating systems, interbody cages, and pedicle screw systems. Additionally, the specific anatomical regions being operated on are covered, including the cervical and thoracolumbar regions. Furthermore, this report analyzes the adoption of these implantables in one level, two level, and three level surgeries, creating the most comprehensive and accurate market valuations and coverage. The report analyzes how these surgical trends vary globally in the 10 major markets (10MM) (US, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK, Japan, Brazil, China, and India).

Highlights

Key Questions Answered

The reimbursement landscape for spinal fusion procedures in the US is dramatically changing by requiring spine surgeons to provide proof of medical necessity. (Q).How will this payer pressure affect the increasing number of spinal fusion procedures in the US?
One of the drivers for the spinal fusion market is the vast number of indications in which the surgery can be used. (Q).Which indications for spinal fusion have seen the highest adoption rates in the past five years? (Q).Which indications will have high adoption rates in the next five years?
Non-fusion medical devices were developed to eliminate the progression of symptomatic adjacent segment disease, a major problem still associated with spinal fusion surgeries. (Q).Which non-fusion technologies pose the largest threat to spinal fusion procedures?
The research and development (R&D) efforts amongst orthopedic medical device manufacturers are intense. (Q).What are the trends in the pipeline products for spinal fusion procedures that will have the most impact on the competitive landscape? (Q).Which companies are expected to become key players?
Similar to other medical device markets, emerging economies will be a source of immense growth for the spinal fusion market. However, certain established economies will have large Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGRs) as well. (Q).Which emerging economies will experience the largest CAGRs over the forecast period? (Q).Which established economies will experience the largest CAGRs over the forecast period?

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“What Do Physicians Think?” quotes provide a unique insight into how healthcare professionals are reacting to events within the industry, and what their responses could mean for industry strategists. This information is essential for all strategic decision-makers in every organization, allowing them to act on high-quality information.

Air Quality Control Systems Market by Technology & Geography - Global Trends and Forecasts to 2019

 This report estimates the ’Air Quality Control Systems Market ’ in terms of value. The global air quality control systems market is segmented on the basis of their technology type which include flue gas desulfurization (FGD), electrostatic precipitators, fabric Filters, Nitrogen Oxides (NOX) control systems, scrubbers& Mercury control systems. The market is further segmented on the basis of regions such as Asia-Pacific, Europe, Americas, Middle East and Africa.

Air quality control systems are required for a healthy indoor and outdoor environment. This equipment make it possible for industries to comply with national pollution control standards for clean air, thereby improving production rates and lowering health related absences. The global air quality control systems market is witnessing a huge demand across the globe because of the stringent regulations for industrial emission. Especially in developed countries within North America and Europe, several new environmental standards have been introduced to regulate harmful industrial pollutants. Rapid industrialization in the emerging economies is another major factor for huge demand for these environmental products. With the rising global population, the demand for cement in the construction industry is growing at fast rates that result in increasing emission of SOX and NOX to the atmosphere. Cement manufacturing has become one of the key application areas for air quality control systems.

 We have used various secondary sources such as encyclopedias, directories, and databases to identify and collect information that was useful for this extensive commercial study of the global air quality control systems market. The primary sources– experts, service providers and end users from the industry –have all been interviewed to obtain and verify critical information, as well as to assess the future prospects of the air quality control systems market.

 We have also profiled leading players of this industry, along with their recent developments and other strategic industry activities. Some of these include companies such as Alstom (France), Babcock & Wilcox Company (U.S.), Foster Wheeler (U.S.), Mitsubishi Hitachi Power systems America (Japan), Hamon RC (U.S.), KBR (U.S), and Siemens Energy (Germany).

 The report also touches upon various important aspects of the market. These include analysis of the value chain, supply chain, drivers, restraints, burning issues, winning imperatives, opportunities, Porter’s Five Forces model, and the competitive landscape. In addition to this, 10 key players of this market have also been profiled.