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Grupo Modelo was the seventh largest global brewer in 2011. The company is the leading player in its domestic Mexican market, and its Corona Extra brand is exported to 180 countries. Modelo is well placed for future growth in Mexico, and should be able to benefit from the growing popularity of imported premium lager brands in its main US, Canadian and UK markets, but in order to maximise its growth, it should invest in strengthening its position in key markets and extending its coverage further.

Arrivals to Bermuda in 2011 showed growth despite the global economic downturn. This positive performance is mainly because Bermuda is a relatively close destination to the US and, given the negative economic situation in the US, people are looking for closer and more affordable destinations. Bermuda continuously offers packages and promotions to potential visitors, while the expansion of low cost carriers such as Air Tran Airways gives an affordable alternative to travellers to choose Bermuda...

GBI Research, the leading business intelligence provider, has released its latest research "Oral Drug Delivery Market to 2017 - Out-licensing Proprietary Technologies for Proteins, Peptides and Small Molecules to Drive Revenue Growth". The report focuses on the current scenario of orally administered drugs. Key segment of orally administered drugs which are covered in the report include small molecules, proteins, peptides and vaccines. The oral drug delivery market is forecast to show increase in the forecast period (2010-2017) due to increase in demand for innovative oral drugs. The report analyses marketed oral drugs based on molecule type and indication. Pipeline drugs by molecule type are discussed in detail. The report analyses different types of nano-technology which will decide the future of orally administered drugs. Key drug delivery companies are profiled with their proprietary technologies, pipeline molecules and deals. This report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research and in-house analysis by GBI Research's team of industry experts.

Home Depot is heavily reliant on a depressed US housing market, seeing market share declines in the US and Canada and closing stores in China. As such, the future could appear bleak for the company. However, value sales growth has started to return, online sales are blossoming and a tentative recovery in US housing could be underway. Against this increasingly positive backdrop, Euromonitor international assesses the outlook for Home Depot in the short to medium term.

GBI Research's new report, 'Iron Ore Mining Market in North America to 2020 - Demand for Steel in the US to Boost Regional Iron Ore Production' provides key information and analysis of the North American iron ore mining industry, comprising of the US and Canada. The report covers the industry's drivers and restraints, production, reserves, consumption and details of country's trade (imports and exports). This report is based on data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research and in-house analysis by GBI Research's team of industry experts.

"Switzerland ENT Devices Investment Opportunities, Analysis and Forecasts to 2018", a new report by Global Markets Direct, provides key market data on the Switzerland ENT Devices market. The report provides value (USD million), volume (units) and average price (USD) data for each segment and sub-segment within five market categories - Diagnostic Devices, Hearing Aid Devices, Hearing Implants, Nasal Splints and Voice Prosthesis. The report also provides company shares and distribution shares data for each of the aforementioned market categories. The report is supplemented with global corporate-level profiles of the key market participants with information on key recent developments.

Poland has a large base of mineral resources and a rich mining tradition. The Polish mining industry contributes 2% of the country's gross domestic product (GDP), and the country is the largest producer of copper and coal in Europe. Structural changes made to privatize the country's coal sector, such as provision of subsidies and closure of unprofitable mines, have had an adverse impact on the industry, with a decline in total production and an increase in imports. The disinvestment process is a key element in the country's transition from a planned economy to a market economy, and is a major factor in creating opportunities for foreign investors to acquire businesses in Poland.

As Latin America's third-largest and second-most populous country, Brazil has an extensive transport network to meet the requirements of its growing economy. The transport industry registered growth during the first two years of the review period, but declined in 2008 and 2009 due to the global economic recession and the H1N1 flu epidemic. However, in 2010, the industry registered positive growth in all modes of transport. Growth in the air transport market was mainly driven by the success of low-cost carriers, while the key driver of growth for road transport during the review period was increased government investment on the country's road infrastructure. Although car rentals accounted for a small share of the total transport industry, the market is recording growth and demand for car rentals is increasing due to the rise in demand from leisure and business tourists.

Haircare brands are competing in an 'Era of Consequences'. A more careful consideration of the risks and consequences associated with consumption now characterize buying behavior. Haircare brands must therefore cater towards a more assured, claim savvy, and ultimately demanding shopper that is expressing more sophisticated haircare demands.

The UK trends 2012 report assesses the key issues advisors and providers face in the current economic climate. Regulatory pressures will require firms to adapt their business model in 2012 ready for implementation, changing the dynamics of the market. The industry must also confront the changing behaviors consumers have towards long-term saving and protection if they are to remain competitive.