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Sector Analysis
Construction in the US – Key Trends and Opportunities to 2022
The US construction industry suffered a downturn in 2017, contracting by 1.0% in real terms that year, following an average annual growth of 5.0% during the preceding four years. This decline can be attributed to the slowdown in non-residential buildings construction activity and the decline in the government’s outlay on major infrastructure projects. The country’s construction industry is expected to record positive growth over the forecast period (2018-2022), driven by the government’s plans to revamp the country’s depleted infrastructure. In...
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Sector Analysis
The Global Naval Vessel Engines Market 2018-2028
The expenditure on naval vessel engines is anticipated to be driven by the increase in defense spending which reflects improved economic conditions around the world specifically in the European and Asia Pacific Regions. The US will accelerate its defense spending under the Trump administration and is anticipated to maintain its leading position, exhibiting a steady pace of growth over the forecast period. Synopsis The Global Naval Vessel Engines Market 2018-2028 report offers a detailed analysis of the industry, with market...
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Sector Analysis
Infrastructure Insight: The US
The report provides a detailed analysis of the infrastructure sector in the US, including the state of current infrastructure, the regulatory and financing landscapes, forecast spending across all key sectors and the major projects in the construction pipeline. The report covers all key infrastructure sectors: roads, railways, electricity and power, water and sewerage, communication, and airports and ports.
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Sector Analysis
MEED Insights: Iran Projects, H2 2018
With more than 81 million people and some of the world’s most abundant natural resources, Iran has the potential to be an economic super power. It holds 10 percent of the world’s proven oil reserves and 15 percent of its gas reserves, and has the fifth biggest quantity of natural resources, valued in 2016 at an estimated $27.3 trillion. With about $331bn of projects planned or underway, Iran currently is the fourth biggest projects market in the Middle East and...
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Sector Analysis
Project Insight – Global Port Construction Projects
With the World Trade Organization (WTO) reporting an upsurge of 11% in exports in 2017, many countries are improving or creating new port facilities. However, the potentially detrimental impact on trade of the 25% tariff on steel and 10% on aluminium imports recently announced by the Trump administration may see investment in port facilities decline. This report looks at the influencing factors in more detail, and takes a global and regional view of the port construction projects, including analysis of...
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Government & Regulation
US Renewable Energy Policy Report 2018
"US Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2018” is among the latest country specific policy report from GlobalData, the industry analysis specialist that offers comprehensive information on major policies governing renewable energy market in the country. The report provides the current and future renewable energy targets and plans along with the present policy framework, giving a fair idea of overall growth potential of the renewable energy industry. The report also provides major technology specific policies and incentives provided in the country. The...
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Thematic Analysis
Net Neutrality – Global Thematic Research
America is set to change the balance of power between Internet companies like Netflix and Internet service providers (ISPs) like AT&T. On 14 December 2017, the FCC will vote on whether to eliminate net neutrality, the regulatory principle that ISPs should treat all Internet traffic equally. Supporters of net neutrality argue that an “open Internet” is essential in order to encourage innovation and free speech. Opponents of net neutrality argue that it discourages ISPs from investing in the high-speed broadband...
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Sector Analysis
Construction in the US – Key Trends and Opportunities to 2021
GlobalData’s Construction in the US – Key Trends and Opportunities to 2021 report provides detailed market analysis, information and insights into the US construction industry, including: • The US construction industry's growth prospects by market, project type and construction activity • Critical insight into the impact of industry trends and issues, and the risks and opportunities they present to participants in the US construction industry • Profiles of the leading operators in the US construction industry
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Track & Monitor
GlobalData Power Attractiveness Index
Solar has become the world’s favorite new type of electricity generation, with more solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity being installed than any other generation technology. Worldwide, approximately 72 gigawatts (GW) of new solar PV capacity was installed in 2016. Wind energy was in second place with 53 GW, followed by coal with 52 GW, gas with 41 GW, and hydro with 31 GW. China and India occupy the top two spots in the overall power market attractiveness index as the most...
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Government & Regulation
Renewable Power Market, Policy Changes, June 2017
June 2017 saw a number of policy changes in the global renewable power market. In the Americas, in the US, President Donald Trump withdrew from the Paris climate agreement. Alberta’s residential and commercial solar program was launched. Columbia pledged 100% from renewables by 2036. Florida Governor Rick Scott approved Senate Bill (SB) 90 and Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval turned down the bipartisan bill AB206 as well as selecting not to raise the state’s Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS). US Senator Cory...