brazil consumer trends

The Chinese Metals Industry – a Roundup of 2008 and the Outlook for 2009

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The Chinese metals industry – a roundup of 2008 and the outlook for 2009  The  year  has  been  a rollercoaster  ride  for  most  industrial  metals, culminating in sharp price drops  as  the global financial crisis gripped major economies. As the world’s  largest consumer and producer of metals, China’s demand was the main  factor  behind  skyrocketing  … Read more

Six Trends that will Shape Brazil’s Consumer and Retail Market

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Consumer and retail businesses in Brazil can anticipate a promising future. Employment rates and consumer groups are growing, while political risk, economic uncertainty and inflation continue to stabilize. Overall, the retail market grew by 15.7% in 2009; slightly over the 14% forecast growth. The segments presenting the highest growth were automobiles, at a record 32%, … Read more