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The European Polyols Market: Increasing Competition from Asian Manufacturers

added: 19-03-2007

The increasing demand for low-calorie foods is expanding the application base for polyols. Accordingly, sugar-free confectionery is expected to be one of the key application areas driving growth in the European polyols market. With the rising need for preventive healthcare, consumers are taking precautionary measures which include the consumption of low-calorie, sugar-free foods in order to reduce the incidence of obesity and its related disorders such as diabetes and heart disease.

China’s energy needs are growing with incredible speed

added: 19-03-2007

China’s energy needs are growing with incredible speed, and the Chinese government knows it. By 2030 natural gas will surpass oil to become the world's number one energy resource, especially in the power generation industry.

CE wants to improve efficiency of EU investment fund market

added: 19-03-2007

The European Commission has taken action in two specific areas to improve the efficiency of the EU single market for retail investment funds. These funds, known as 'UCITS', provide consumers with access to professionally managed investments on affordable terms and now account for over €5500 billion of assets.

The European Women’s Healthcare Imaging Markets are Witnessing Growth

added: 19-03-2007

Despite issues related to reimbursement policies, high prices and intensified competition, the European women’s healthcare imaging markets are witnessing growth. The twin drivers of a rapidly aging population and replacement demand are supporting market expansion. However, sustained market growth will be dependent on introducing innovative offerings and bundling of products.

SIM Card Market in Asia Pacific: more than 1 billion units in 2010?

added: 19-03-2007

The subscriber identity module (SIM) card market in the Asia Pacific continues to benefit from evolving smart card telecommunication applications. Over the years, these applications have grown from simple memory payphone cards to more advanced microprocessor (MCU)-based SIM cards and have thus, contributed to the continued growth of the SIM market.

Consumer policy strategy: a promising future

added: 19-03-2007

The Commission adopted a Communication on the EU Consumer Strategy 2007-2013. BEUC welcomes the new Strategy, in which consumers are rightly recognised as drivers of the economy, who need to be empowered and protected. It is the first Strategy prepared by a Commissioner exclusively in charge of consumer policy for the first time; its potential is important.

World Industrial UPS Markets : Good Potential for Growth

added: 19-03-2007

Although slow technological development and lack of end-user perception pose major challenges, industrial UPS markets across the world offer good potential for growth, especially with rising investments in oil and gas, power and certain process and discrete manufacturing industries.

NASDAQ's BLDRS Index Funds Trust Declares the Amount of Distributions

added: 19-03-2007

NASDAQ Global Funds, Inc. announced the amount of regular quarterly dividends that will be paid to the holders of record of each of the funds in The Basket of Listed Depositary Receipts (BLDRS(sm)) Index Funds Trust as of March 20, 2007.

EU proposes lifting diesel taxes to avoid 'tank tourism'

added: 19-03-2007

The European Commission tabled proposals to lift minimum diesel taxes to discourage hauliers from tanking up in EU countries with the lowest rates.

2007, a Year of Change for China's Internet Market

added: 19-03-2007

CCID Consulting reviews the internet era in China in 2006, as well as what people can expect in 2007.

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