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Sector Analysis
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) in the Contract Manufacturing Industry – Implications and Outlook – 2023 Edition
M&A in the Contract Manufacturing Industry Report Overview During 2018–22, contract manufacturing organization (CMO) merger and acquisition (M&A) deal activity increased, and the targeted manufacturers have adopted specialized capabilities such as controlled substance and containment manufacture. Despite considerable macroeconomic challenges for pharma manufacturers, 2021–22 witnessed strong M&A activity and CMO valuations, although there was a slight decline in CMO M&A activity in 2022 due to rising inflation and interest rates. The Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) in the Contract Manufacturing Industry...
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Sector Analysis
Country Profile: Prepared Meals sector in Hungary
The Hungarian Prepared Meals sector has a very small value share globally, at 0.2% in 2016. Rising urbanization rates, changing lifestyles, and increased taxes on food high in fat, sugar, and salt are expected to boost the demand for Prepared Meals in Hungary by 2021. Of the three markets in the sector Ready Meals is the largest in both value and volume terms. Hypermarkets & Supermarkets accounted for the largest share of distribution in the country, while Flexible Packaging remained...
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Sector Analysis
Consumer and Market Insights: Fish & Seafood in Romania
Fish & Seafood market in Romania will register high growth in value terms during 2015-2020 supported by steady increase in GDP per Capita. Fresh Fish & seafood (Counter) is the leading value category in the overall market in 2015 as they are perceived to be the healthiest and are bought mostly from local fish markets or Hypermarkets & Supermarkets. Urban consumers leading busy lives prefer convenient Fish & Seafood products that can be readily cooked as they have very little...
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Sector Analysis
Consumer and Market Insights: Prepared Meals in Hungary
The Hungarian Prepared Meals market growth is driven by country’s strong economy and consumers high disposable income. The Prepared Meals market is being led by the Ready Meals category while the Meal Kits category is forecast to register the fastest growth in value terms during 2015-2020. Hypermarkets & Supermarkets accounts for the highest share of distribution of Prepared Meals in the country. Dr. August Oetker KG and Jegtrade Kft. are the leading players in the market.