Mobile health can help healthcare providers to improve the efficiency and cost effectiveness of the care they provide. Healthcare and ICT companies can also benefit from the increased sales opportunities resulting from the crossover of technologies.

Worldwide societal, technological, and economic changes are affecting the way people live and look after their health. New, more efficient and cost effective ways of delivering healthcare are needed. mHealth and telemedicine offer a solution to this problem. The growth potential of the mHealth and telemedicine market is only now becoming apparent as more healthcare and ICT vendors take part.

Scope of this research

• Identify current trends in healthcare, IT, and mobile technologies and adapt R&D and marketing efforts accordingly.
• Review the various initiatives that will impact private and public healthcare expenditure and affect ICT and healthcare companies’ sales.
• Assess the opportunities created by the integration of healthcare and mobile technologies to identify and exploit new growth channels.
• Anticipate the threats posed by the shift in healthcare provision and devise suitable strategies to maintain sales and market shares.

Research and analysis highlights

Demographic changes such as population ageing, health conditions linked to increased sedentariness and harmful lifestyle choices are key drivers of mobile health. Economic and financial pressures lead healthcare providers and governments to deliver more cost-effective healthcare through mobile health and telemedicine.

The pervasiveness of mobile cellular technology and the technological advances in IT, mobile telephony, and user equipment are creating the perfect environment for the remote provision of healthcare. The increased prevalence of chronic diseases is creating a market for telemonitoring equipment and services.

Developing countries stand to benefit the most from mobile health and telemedicine due to the greater lack of fixed ICT infrastructures and healthcare provision.

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• What are the main drivers behind mobile health?
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• Who will benefit from the shift to mobile health and what are the best ways to exploit the new opportunities?

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Although the economic recession has clearly affected the U.S. tea market, slowing previously double-digit sales growth in the pricier RTD segment while slightly lifting sales in the more affordable bags/loose tea segment, tea’s appeal as an “affordable luxury” and its compelling image as a healthy product have kept sales in the black when many other CPG categories have seen declines. Moreover, considering the 2005-2009 period overall, sales have done well, and as the economic picture brightens the recession may turn out to have a silver lining in that it has compelled tea marketers to innovate along value-added lines likely to continue to resonate well with consumers in the years ahead.

Market thrusts examined in the report include exotic superfruit flavors; hybrid products designed to compete with other beverage categories including bottled waters, energy drinks and sodas; new RTD spins on green tea that promise to mainstream this tea type once and for all; emerging segments including yerba mate and Kombucha; the upswing in fair trade and other “ethical” appeals; social marketing via nontraditional media like Facebook and Twitter; and a strong tea push in the convenience store channel by marketers and operators alike. At the same time, foodservice players from fine restaurants on down are expanding their tea offerings even as tea rooms and coffee/tea shops surge, suggesting tea may be headed toward much broader levels of distribution and popularity à la Starbucks.

This fully updated report examines the U.S. market for tea across the retail and foodservice spectrum, including ready-to-drink (RTD) tea, leaf (bagged and loose) tea, and instant tea. Following an introductory chapter documenting tea types, packaging trends, “the ethics of tea,” and global market trends, the report segments and quantifies the market by channel and product type, providing historical sales figures and projections through 2014. The report examines market drivers and trends and thoroughly maps out the competitive situation to the marketer and brand share level, profiling brands including Arizona RTD Tea (Ferolito, Vultaggio & Sons), Bigelow Tea (R.C. Bigelow, Inc.), Celestial Seasonings (The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.), Honest Tea (Honest Tea, Inc.), Lipton (Unilever) and Starbucks and Tazo Tea (Starbucks Coffee Co.). Trends in new product introductions are analyzed at length, based on data from Datamonitor’s Product Launch Analytics, as are trends in the c-store and foodservice channels.

An exclusive feature of this report is custom survey data from Packaged Facts’ February 2009 online poll of 2,600 U.S. adults, which was conducted to measure purchasing patterns, attitudes and demographics specific to tea and other functional foods and beverages. Drilling down to the brand level, the analysis also relies on consumer survey data from Experian Simmons’ Spring 2009 National Consumer Study to chart consumer demographic and psychographic trends, Information Resources, Inc. InfoScan Review data tracking product sales in mass-market channels, and wholesale data from leading natural/specialty channel distributor United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) to quantify sales and market shares of natural and specialty products.

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The commercial payment card market has undergone a transformation in recent years as the associations and issuers strive to convince companies of the various benefits. Once a fairly simple market comprising travel and entertainment cards and fuel cards, the commercial payment card universe has become more complex with increased segmentation and functionality. But the lines between products have also blurred resulting in card products that combine several cards into one. Purchasing cards have emerged as the champion of commercial payments with the expectation of eventually replacing a substantial portion of paper-based procurement. The fact that commercial cards capture a mere fraction of total commercial payments highlights the potential of the opportunity at hand.

The financial crisis of 2008 that led to the economic meltdown in 2009 posed both a hurdle and an opportunity for the commercial payment card market. On the one hand, products such as small business cards suffered massive declines in purchase volume and skyrocketing charge-off rates. On the other hand, the consolidation of several major issuers and the weeding out of weaker players, combined with a new drive toward corporate cost control and efficiency, may have set the stage for a quick recovery in 2010.

This Packaged Facts report, which has been renamed from corporate credit cards, presents data and analysis on the global and U.S. market for commercial payment cards. The report presents the size and growth of the market by examining key metrics for the 2005-2009 period and providing forecasts through 2014. Included are discussions and analysis of the various commercial payment card types, trends and factors affecting their growth, and a focused analysis of commercial card end user demographics and preferences. In addition, major card brands and issuers are profiled to provide a competitive landscape.

Methodology

Packaged Facts’ study of commercial payment cards is based on extensive secondary research and interviews with industry and regional experts. Secondary sources include data-gathered from relevant trade, business, and government sources, including card industry journals, trade and general press (print and electronic), annual reports and 10(k) filings, company literature, consultancy publications, Packaged Facts reports, websites and white papers.

Packaged Facts’ analysis of consumer behavior and demographics derives from the spring 2009 Experian Simmons Market Research Bureau’s (New York, NY) adult consumer surveys, which are based on approximately 25,000 respondents age 18 or over.

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Commercial Payment Cards makes important predictions and recommendations regarding the future of this market, and pinpoints ways current and prospective players can capitalize on current trends and spearhead new ones. No other market research report provides both the comprehensive analysis and extensive data that Commercial Payment Cards offers.

Plus, you’ll benefit from extensive data, presented in easy-to-read and practical charts, tables and graphs.

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If your company is already doing business in the commercial payment card market, or is considering making the leap, you will find this report invaluable, as it provides a comprehensive package of information and insight not offered in any other single source. You will gain a thorough understanding of the current market for commercial payment cards, as well as projected markets and trends through 2014.

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Summary

The leading business intelligence provider, has released its latest research “Stem Cell Research – Market Trends, Investment Trends and Pipeline Analysis”. It is an essential source of information and analysis on global stem cell research and development. This pharmaceutical and healthcare report identifies the key trends shaping and driving stem cell research and development. The report analyses investment decisions within the stem cell research market by providing information on pipelines, federal spending, investor perspectives, regulatory environment, competitive landscape and market potential. The study also provides insight on the prevalent competitive landscape and the emerging players expected to significantly shift the market positioning. Most importantly, the report provides valuable insight on the pipeline products within the global stem cell industry.

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.

Scope

The scope of this report includes:
- Unmet needs and opportunity analysis for therapies that are currently in pipeline.
- Market characterization including market sizing, technology adoption framework and business models for the stem cell market.
- A cross-country analysis for regulatory framework, investments, research clusters and support including the US (United States), the UK (United Kingdom), Germany, France, Japan, China, India, Singapore, Canada and Australia
- In-depth information and analysis on the pipeline products expected to bring a shift in the market positions of the leading manufacturers.
- Analysis and review of the key events and milestones that will impact the future of the global stem cell market. Each trend independently researched to provide qualitative analysis of what the implications on sectors are, and how companies are responding to these trends.
- Insightful review of key industry drivers, restraints and challenges which are likely to impact the global stem cell research and development in the long run.
- Information on the leading market players and the prevailing competitive landscape. Key companies covered include Osiris Therapeutics, Aastrom Biosciences, Cytori Therapeutics, Pluristem Therapeutics and Geron.

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Global Carbon Market is Poised for a Dramatic Growth Post 2012 under Proposed Regulations

Regulatory efforts to mitigate climate change have spawned an emerging carbon market that was valued at $10.9 billion in 2005 and grew at compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 89% to reach $138.3 billion in 2009. The global carbon market doubled for two consecutive years form $31.2 billion in 2006 to $63 billion in 2007 and $126.3 billion in 2008 due to the expansion of allowance markets. The European Union (EU) Emission Trading System (ETS) experienced a robust growth during this period. However, the recession in the global economy contained the impressive growth of the global carbon market. The global carbon market registered a less than 1% increase in value in 2009. The primary reason for such market behavior was the sharp decline in carbon prices, on the back of lower oil and energy prices and a deteriorating economic outlook. The demand for carbon allowances fell sharply in late 2008 and early 2009 as the recession reduced economic output, resulting in much lower emissions than had been expected.

GBI Research predicts that the global carbon trading market will experience a dramatic growth after 2012 and reach $1.2 trillion by 2020. The EU’s initiatives to build a broad, globally linked carbon market, the prospective US Federal cap-and-trade program and the strong emergence of other regional market trading mechanisms will drive the carbon market significantly beyond 2012.
Primary Project Based Market is Losing Impetus Due to Uncertainty in Carbon Mitigation Mechanisms Post-2012

The primary market for project-based emission reductions declined considerably in the year 2009 under the weight of the economic downturn. The primary CDM transactions that accounted for the largest share of activity in the primary market, at 84% of volumes and 91% of value transacted, declined in both volume and value terms.

The primary market for project-based emission reductions weakened considerably in the second half of 2008 and 2009. The buyers became more cautious due to persisting uncertainty about the role of and the demand for CDM and JI in the post-2012 climate regime, procedural delays, delivery and issuance challenges, and credit risks amid the worsening economic climate.
Secondary Project-based Market: Instrument to Hedge Price Risk in the Primary Project Based Market

European traders, particularly financial and energy marketers dominated the secondary CER market. Traders hedge their exposure to price or volume risks in the primary markets through the secondary market. European Climate Exchange (ECX) data analysis indicates that traders predominantly opt for put options on guaranteed CERs, therefore hedging their price risk in the market.

The rise in trading in various exchanges and platforms by European financial and energy companies has led to a rise in the volume and value of the secondary CDM market. Hence, the trade value of secondary CDM has grown despite declining interests in project-based mechanisms. The volume transaction in the secondary market for CERs grew in 2009 to reach 1.2 billion CERs transacted for a value of $22.4 billion. Contrary to the exponential market growth in 2008, the growth of the secondary market for CERs was dampened in 2009. The marginal increase of 19% in volume transaction of CERs could not boost the market in value terms due to the decline of CER prices, which fell from $24.51 in 2008 to $17.53 in 2009. A market for options on CERs started to emerge in the second half of 2008, with hedging, profit-taking, raising cash and arbitrage as the main drivers of this market segment.
The US: Revitalized Interests in Carbon Commodity Market

Over the past years, the US has instituted a number of regional initiatives with the goals of implementing emissions trading programs. The size of the total allowance market in the US — the combined allowance volumes of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) and the Chicago Climate Exchange – was 805 MtCO2e, valued at $2.5 billion in 2009. The US federal cap-and-trade mechanism has been expected for a long time and the implementation of the scheme will boost the North American and world carbon trading markets.

Rising investments and efforts in energy efficiency programs and renewable energy programs driving carbon trading volumes in regional markets. The RGGI states in the US – Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont – have been participating in numerous clean energy projects and initiatives. RGGI states have invested in renewable energy sources and energy efficiency projects to decrease their carbon footprints. These states have created employment opportunities and generated lower electricity bill values due to their low-carbon investments. These states are investing in green building programs and are conducting workshops and training programs to improve awareness on energy efficiency measures. The clean energy initiatives have therefore boosted carbon trade in the region and the trading of carbon permits.
Hurdles in Implementation of the US Cap-and-Trade Would Affect the Dynamics of the Global Carbon Market

The US government faces hurdles in the enforcement of cap-and-trade program for GHG emissions. One of the major setbacks for the US cap-and-trade was the failure of the Copenhagen Accord to impose mandatory emission reduction targets. China, one of the largest GHG emitters, is not legally bound by the emission reduction targets and hence the existing government faces a tough challenge in the implementation of initiatives for low-carbon economy. Worldwide potential investors and eco-friendly firms are awaiting the implementation of the US cap-and-trade program as it has immense potential, and further delays in the launch of the cap-and-trade program will hinder the investments in clean energy. Prolonged delays can decelerate investments in energy efficiency and alternate energy projects. Additionally, it could lead to the postponement of the emission trading market in Canada and other carbon policy frameworks worldwide.
Sale of Recycled Carbon Credits Will Hinder Growth of the EU ETS

The EU countries are considering the sale of surrendered credits and these surrendered credits would influence the credibility of the EU ETS market. In March 2010, Hungary announced that it will sell 2 million metric tons of United Nations (UN) credits for $21m. These credits reenter the market and might be mistaken for compliance grade credits. The entry of these credits into the market would lead to lack of transparency and increase the risk of transactions. UN Certified Emission Reduction credits are on the ones generated by emission reduction projects in emerging nations and these credits can be used for compliance with GHG emission reduction targets or they can be used by power generation companies as an alternative to EU permits by governments. Hence, the Eastern European countries are using the surrendered credits in the trading markets. The International Emission Trading Association (IETA) has brought in certain initiatives to counter the resale of surrendered credits. The IETA mandates that credits surrendered to the EU registry Scannot be deployed for compliance or for carbon trading systems. The European Commission (EC) and the IETA are working together to reduce the risk of surrendered transactions and therefore improve the transparency in those transactions. There are other challenges pertaining to surrendered allowances, such as that the credits can also be sold to markets outside the EU and there is no international authority to monitor these transactions beyond the EU ETS currently.
Success in Carbon-Constrained Economy: Capture Opportunity rather than just Avoiding the Risks

Carbon substantiality is no longer compliance or a branding issue; it is now a core business issue. Global business houses and corporate across all verticals are of the view that there is a need to make carbon sustainability truly viable by practicing it in economically sustainable manner. Over the past few years, the carbon management landscape for companies has witnessed a dramatic change. The efforts to reduce carbon emissions have risen multifold and strategies to mitigate impact of climate change have reached new dimensions. Today, companies are striving to transform their compliance challenges to competitive advantage. Companies are generating business value by managing the risks and opportunities associated with climate change.

Carbon management is increasingly becoming main-stream business function due to higher awareness of the business value associated with a broader approach to carbon management. Companies are focused on generating revenue from their in-house climate change solutions and initiatives; moreover firms are identifying carbon reduction opportunities across the supply chain. Large businesses have started sharing information on their carbon performance and climate risks and opportunities with investors and other stakeholders.

GBI Research predicts that the currently climate policy and corporate carbon exposure are likely to decrease profits for corporate. Eventually, in the long run, major cost of compliance will be passed on to the consumers. Hence, early movers on climate change are likely to gain and likely to stay ahead of regulatory compliance curve. The negative carbon exposure will be in the form of compliance obligations, and this would increase the energy costs and raw material costs. Additionally, an excess cost would be incurred on implementing new technologies. Carbon trading and development of new markets may provide a silver-lining to the situation.

The success of any business in the carbon constrained economy hinges upon the ability to not only manage these risks but to also transform them into opportunities for future growth.

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