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Sector Analysis
Employee Benefits in Taiwan, 2022 Update – Key Regulations, Statutory Public and Private Benefits, and Industry Analysis
The Taiwanese social security system ensures that it meets all the social requirements of the country’s employees that are engaged in trade and commerce or are employees of private and public sector companies. Persons working in mines and plantations, fishermen, and some self-employed persons are also protected through social security. Under the labor insurance program, self-employed people who are not covered through an occupational union, and people who are involuntarily unemployed with a minimum of 15 years’ coverage may take...
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Analyst Opinions
Argentina Beer Market Insights Report 2016; In-depth Analysis of Key Companies, Brands, Volume, Value and Segmentation Trends and Opportunities in the Beer Market
Beer consumption increased by 2% in 2015. The surge in local microbreweries provided a healthy dynamism to the category that was not seen last year. Premium and super premium products continued to see a decline but the rise in microbreweries increased consumer knowledge surrounding the segments potentially aiding growth. Imports saw an increase of 37% despite the continuing quotas that restricted consumption. There were a small number of consumers that remained faithful to international premium brands such as Corona, by...
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Austria Beer Market Insights Report 2016; In-depth Analysis of Key Companies, Brands, Volume, Value and Segmentation Trends and Opportunities in the Beer Market
The beer market benefited from the very favorable weather conditions in 2015, which boosted overall consumption. No alcohol beers continued to provide new impetus to this mature market with 94% of consumer’s conscious of the need to drink responsibly. Loyalty to national and regional brands remained high amongst Austrian consumers. Mainstream beer, holding 56% of the market, experienced modest growth of 1% in 2015, in line with the overall market.
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Belgium Beer Market Insights Report 2016; In-depth Analysis of Key Companies, Brands, Volume, Value and Segmentation Trends and Opportunities in the Beer Market
With the economy reviving gradually, consumers in Belgium are once again being able to splurge on alcoholic beverages such as beer. 2015 was a great year for Belgian beer exports, with total exports increasing by more than 8%. An economic recovery leading to positive GDP growth has shifted consumer focus from discount beer to premium and super premium beer. Increasing number of consumers can now afford premium beer that is available in large modern retail outlets at affordable prices.
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Bulgaria Beer Market Insights Report 2016; In-depth Analysis of Key Companies, Brands, Volume, Value and Segmentation Trends and Opportunities in the Beer Market
The alcoholic drinks market saw an overall growth of 3% in 2015 as warmer weather and the increasing economy saw consumers venture out to bars and restaurants again. The beer market came back from the 6% decline seen in 2014 to post a growth of 3% as more brands entered the market and the operators in the market focused heavily on their brands. Retro packaging was starting to become favored by consumers after two brands were released with simpler packaging...
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Brazil Beer Market Insights Report 2016; In-depth Analysis of Key Companies, Brands, Volume, Value and Segmentation Trends and Opportunities in the Beer Market
The total alcoholic drinks market saw a decline of 2% driven by the 3% decline seen in beer consumption, which holds over 85% of the total alcoholic drinks market therefore driving consumption trends. Whilst the overall beer market shrank, craft offerings continued to grow with more producers starting to focus on the premium segment. Producers were increasingly focused on reducing the cost of packaging to save money for both them and the consumers.
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Switzerland Beer Market Insights Report 2016; In-depth Analysis of Key Companies, Brands, Volume, Value and Segmentation Trends and Opportunities in the Beer Market
With growing trend of healthy living and decrease in spending power, the beer market witnessed slight increase. Swiss beer market continued to lose ground to foreign supplies fueled by the high value of the Swiss Franc. Lager remained the dominant beer type in the market with 94% of the total volume. The premium segment saw a growth of 1% as consumers looked to this segment for craft beers and premium regional brands.
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Chile Beer Market Insights Report 2016; In-depth Analysis of Key Companies, Brands, Volume, Value and Segmentation Trends and Opportunities in the Beer Market
The slowdown in the economy has taken its toll on beverage consumption. However, the beer market is resilient and has seen uplift in quality. The increasing sophistication of consumer appetites and a rise in disposable income has precipitated a fall in demand for discount products and an upsurge in the consumption of premium and super premium products, which account for 24% of total consumption. Mainstream segment that dominated the Chile beer market holding 72% share is facing mounting competition from...
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China Beer Market Insights Report 2016; In-depth Analysis of Key Companies, Brands, Volume, Value and Segmentation Trends and Opportunities in the Beer Market
China beer market is maturing after the years of rapid growth which results to a challenging year for the foreign brewers. Fall in on-premise consumption led to impact on discount and mainstream beer segments. Consumer demand for premium and super premium beer is boosted by higher disposable income resulting in fastest growth for super premium beer segment. Metal cans are taking over the Glass bottle pack type and forecasted to be the primary pack type in future, owing to its...
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Colombia Beer Market Insights Report 2016; In-depth Analysis of Key Companies, Brands, Volume, Value and Segmentation Trends and Opportunities in the Beer Market
Across the alcoholic beverages industry in Colombia, consumption increased almost 1500 th hl in 2015, where the beer market has 7% of market share. Though there was economic slowdown, the weather was positive for some of the categories in the beverage industry as it was characterized by prolonged high temperature. The beer consumption rose benefiting from the warm weather brought by El Nino, aggressive marketing campaigns, promotional activities and new product launches. Tourism also contributed to the positive performance of...