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Cracking Russia: consumer product approaches in 2011
Consumer products companies are struggling to crack Russia. Many are failing to meet market growth estimates and are lagging uncomfortably behind headquarters’ expectations. What are the lessons from 2011 so far and what are the critical success factors? We look at what’s been achieved and what lies ahead.
Consumer Products Deals Quarterly: Q2 2011
Deal volumes recovered in Q2 11 after a weaker first quarter, but the bounce back was based on a larger number of smaller deals. And despite economic uncertainty, the appetite for large transactions remains. Discover which trends are driving transactions and gain insight into the industry’s future outlook.
Eleven risks for global consumer products companies
Six steps for consumer product transactions in emerging markets
The next billion consumer products customers are in emerging markets. How can you reach them? We’ve outlined the six steps to successful transactions, including the risks to avoid. Read our report today.
Top 10 risks and opportunities: retail sector
Market volatility, pricing pressure, variations in market performance, demanding stakeholders — all have contributed to a global economy that encourages competitive drive. With that drive comes opportunity. We explore the top 10 risks and opportunities in the retail sector.
Cash on the table: working capital in consumer products
Significant changes face the consumer products industry. Increased competition and consolidation in retail and volatile commodity prices have forced the industry to intensify its focus on cash, cost efficiency and working capital. As these changes sweep the industry, is consumer products prepared to reduce their need for working capital even further?
Africa: opportunities for consumer product businesses
Africa is a significant growth market for consumer products businesses. But with this opportunity comes enormous complexity. We look at four key areas of strategic focus for companies building their presence in Africa: resource prioritization, brand and product portfolio, organizational structure and sustainability.
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Six global trends shaping the business world How will consumer products develop in 2011 and beyond? From the growing power of emerging markets to rapid innovations in technology, see which global trends and drivers are likely to shape the future of your business.
