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Thematic Analysis
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in Foodservice – Thematic Research
Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) is the most important theme of the decade. Citizens, governments, regulators, and the media are turning the spotlight on corporations and demanding action. Social inequality, corruption, tax avoidance, and a lack of action on climate change are all issues that companies must now address head-on, in full public view. Some CEOs have been reluctant to embrace ESG principles because of the age-old fear of hurting profits. However, stakeholders are becoming more aware of ESG...
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Company Insights
COVID-19 Impact on Doctor’s Associates (Subway), Update 2021
"COVID-19 Impact on Doctor's Associates (Subway), Update 2021" reports key findings as of 20th April, 2021 based on market analysis and brand diversification by industry and geography. The foodservice industry has borne the brunt of COVID-19 pandemic during the peak of virus spread across the globe in 2020, owing to lockdowns and restrictions in most countries . Even during the early months of 2021, a second wave of the virus forced governments to impose local restrictions, which impacted the operations...
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Thematic Analysis
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Foodservice – Thematic Research
The foodservice industry is beginning to realize the benefits AI can bring to the sector across the value chain. Investment, however, will primarily come from food aggregators, delivery companies, and large quick service restaurants (QSRs) that have both the financial capabilities and datasets necessary for success. As in many other industries, COVID-19 has accelerated innovation in foodservice, forcing businesses to get creative and transition more quickly. AI has many sector-specific use cases that can help tackle some of the sector's...
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Sector Analysis
Construction in New Zealand – Key Trends and Opportunities to 2022
GlobalData's "Construction in New Zealand - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2022", report provides detailed market analysis, information and insights into New Zealand’s construction industry. In real terms, New Zealand’s construction industry registered relatively low growth during 2016-2017, owing to an unstable economic performance and weak manufacturing activity. Additionally, poor business confidence during the general election in 2017 also affected the flow of investment in construction projects. Overall, the industry posted positive growth during the review period (2013-2017), supported by...
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Analyst Opinions
Open API Banking: Defining the Potential and Opportunities; Strategies for a world of open banking
Regulatory and technological developments are pushing banks in Europe and the UK to open up access to their systems and data via the use of application programming interfaces (APIs). If banks embrace the concept, they will be able to become one-stop shops for the best products on the market, crowdsource the development of new services, and generate revenue by selling access to their data and capabilities.
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Analyst Opinions
Social Media in Wealth Management; Reaching clients and prospects on social media.
The majority of investors are now active on social media on a daily basis, and wealth managers should embrace this both on the company-level and on the relationship manager-level. Social media adds value in a number of ways. Companies can benefit from social media in promoting their brand, enhancing thought leadership and investment opportunities, reaching out to a younger target audience, as well as servicing customers. Relationship managers can leverage social media in researching and reaching out to prospective clients,...
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Sector Analysis
Social Media in Wealth Management; Reaching clients and prospects on social media.
The majority of investors are now active on social media on a daily basis, and wealth managers should embrace this both on the company-level and on the relationship manager-level. Social media adds value in a number of ways. Companies can benefit from social media in promoting their brand, enhancing thought leadership and investment opportunities, reaching out to a younger target audience, as well as servicing customers. Relationship managers can leverage social media in researching and reaching out to prospective clients,...
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Sector Analysis
UK Savings: Forecasts & Future Opportunities
Retail deposits for 2016 are expected to be 6% higher than in 2015. However, market conditions over the next few years are predicted to dampen prospects for future growth. UK retail deposits will increase at a CAGR of 3.3% during 2016–20 to reach £1,606bn by the end of the forecast period. GlobalData Financial’s “UK Savings: 2016 Review, Forecasts & Future Opportunities” looks at how the personal savings market will develop up to 2020, analyzes the factors that will determine this...