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Case Studies
Success Case Study: Welcia – Multifunctional drugstore chain threatening Japan’s convenience store channel
"Success Case Study: Welcia", is part of GlobalData's Successes and Failures research. It examines the details of and reasons behind the success of Welcia drugstore chain in Japan. It delivers the critical "what?", "why?", and "so what?" analysis to teach you crucial lessons that increase your chances of running a successful retail business. Welcia is a relatively new drugstore chain in Japan, and has been growing rapidly through mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Its core business is healthcare, selling over-the-counter (OTC)...
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Case Studies
Success Case Study: Haitai-Calbee Honey Butter Chips
The potato chips market in South Korea has been growing. In 2015, the five-year CAGR of the market value in local currency was 2.52%, which is higher-paced than any other savory snack categories, such as processed snacks, popcorn, and pretzels. Novel flavors in potato chips grab consumers' attention and create a significant buzz on social media, which influences the sales of innovative products. Haitai-Calbee honey butter chips is one of most significant examples. In the meantime, social media make the...
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Sector Analysis
OpportunityAnalyzer: Bladder Cancer – Opportunity Analysis and Forecasts to 2025
The bladder cancer market in the seven major pharmaceutical markets (US, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK, and Japan) has remained largely unchanged in the past 10-20 years. However, significant expansion is expected starting in 2016, with the introduction of several new therapies that are projected to fuel market growth. In addition, bladder cancer has a robust early-stage pipeline that will contribute to market growth during the forecast period. Currently, the bladder cancer market is dominated by generic chemotherapy and immunotherapy....
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Case Studies
Failure Case Study: Subway Japan – Fast-food chain losing traction in Japan’s competitive environment
"Failure Case Study: Subway Japan", is part of GlobalData's Successes and Failures research. It examines the details of and reasons behind the failure of Subway sandwich outlet chain in the Japan. It delivers the critical "what?", "why?", and "so what?" analysis to deliver crucial lessons that increase your chances of running a successful fast-food restaurant business. Subway is a global sandwich chain, and launched its first outlet in Japan in 2019. Around 2004, the chain redesigned its menu to cater...
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Analyst Opinions
ForeSights: Stores on Wheels – The next-generation mobile concept bringing retail closer to the consumer
"ForeSights: Stores on Wheels", is part of GlobalData's ForeSights series, which identifies weak signals and considers how the subtle trends of today might impact innovation tomorrow. A retail store can be moved from place to place to reach its customers directly. The evolving concept has already been proven in some markets with existing demand, and there are opportunities to further capitalize on cutting-edge technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI)-operated self-driving vehicles and checkout systems.
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Sector Analysis
Global Spirits Market: News and Events January 2016
Using this report, marketers will effectively gain an insight into the latest happenings in the global spirits market throughout the month. The monthly report provides the reader with the top-line data necessary to quickly keep abreast of latest events in the global spirits market on a monthly basis.
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Analyst Opinions
COVID-19 Impact on Seven & I Holdings Co Ltd.
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) company impact report analyses how the pandemic will impact Seven & I Holdings Co Ltd.'s performance. Seven & I group’s largest retail business subsidiary 7-Eleven convenience store is expected to lead the sales growth due to its vast presence in the US and Japan - both countries are under lockdown over the threat of COVID-19 spread. The Group’s retailers will leverage both their physical and digital capabilities to serve customers.
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Sector Analysis
Alzheimer’s Disease – Global Drug Forecast and Market Analysis to 2028
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is characterized by memory loss, cognitive impairment, and functional decline. During the early stages of the disease, sleep disturbances and forgetfulness are generally the first presenting symptoms. In the severe stages, patients with AD require permanent observation, either by a home care professional or a family member. The rapidly declining status of patients with AD results in a drastic reduction in quality of life (QOL) for both patients and their caretakers....