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Organic growth
Going forward, areas of growth are likely to arise from the demand generated from organic food, which is the fastest growing agricultural industry in the world. Although sales generated by the organic market are small, it is growing much faster than the food industry as a whole. Premium and high end food are also forecast to spur industry sales, facilitated by the industry's ability to market specialty and gourmet products.
This Industry Market Research report provides a detailed analysis of the Candy, Bakery & Other Food Stores in the US industry, including key growth trends, statistics, forecasts, the competitive environment including market shares and the key issues facing the industry.
Industry Definition
This industry is part of the retail trade sector in the US. Operators in this industry retail a broad range of specialty and gourmet food including baked goods, candy, confectionery, dairy products, etc. These goods are purchased from manufacturers and wholesalers, which operators then retail these goods through their store to the general public. The majority of goods supplied by this industry are purchased by consumers' aged 18 to 35. It is important to note that those retailers who operate as chocolate manufacturers, bread and bakery product manufacturers, meat and fruit markets are excluded from this industry. In addition to this, operators of electronic shopping and mail-order houses are also excluded. NAICS definition: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing specialty foods (except meat, fish, seafood, and fruits and vegetables) not for immediate consumption and not made on premises.
Report Contents
The Key Statistics chapter provides the key indicators for the industry for at least the last three years. The statistics included are industry revenue, industry gross product, employment, establishments, exports, imports, domestic demand and total wages.
The Market Characteristics chapter covers the following: Market Size, Linkages, Demand Determinants, Domestic and International Markets, Basis of Competition and Life Cycle. The Market Size section gives the size of the domestic market as well as the size of the export market. The Linkages section lists the industry's major supplier and major customer industries. The Demand Determinants section lists the key factors which are likely to cause demand to rise or fall. The Domestic and International Markets section defines the market for the products and services of the industry. This section provides the size of the domestic market and the proportion accounted for by imports and exports and trends in the levels of imports and exports. The Basis of Competition section outlines the key types of competition between firms within the industry as well as highlighting competition from substitute products in alternative industries. The Life Cycle section provides an analysis of which stage of development the industry is at.
The Segmentation chapter covers the following: Products and Service Segmentation, Major Market Segments, Industry Concentration and Geographic Spread. The Products and Service Segmentation section details the key products and/or services provided by this industry, highlighting the most important where possible to demonstrate which have a more significant influence over industry results as a whole. The Major Market Segments section details the key client industries and/or groups as well as giving an indication as to which of these are the most important to the industry. The Industry Concentration section provides an indicator of how much industry revenue is accounted for by the top four players. The Geographic Spread section provides a guide to the regional share of industry revenue/gross product.
Growth yet to be delivered
Stagnant growth is forecast for the future of this mature industry that is particularly driven by the advent of technology and especially the internet. Due to the enhanced quality, accessibility and affordability of the computers and the internet, mail-order houses have experienced a revival in catalog purchases. So those who keep up to date with technology, have a loyal customer base and have a comprehensive product range will see the most success.
This Industry Market Research report provides a detailed analysis of the Mail-Order in the US industry, including key growth trends, statistics, forecasts, the competitive environment including market shares and the key issues facing the industry.
Industry Definition
This industry is part of the US retail trade sector. Operators in this industry retail a broad range of merchandise through catalogs. The range of products include food hampers, toys and games, sports equipment, clothing and accessories, jewelry, cosmetics etc. Today, the consumer may receive an e-mail or a postcard alerting them of the arrival of a catalog, the consumer can then select merchandise and place an order either through the catalog itself, the telephone or more commonly through the internet. Note: Those operators who primarily make sales from department stores (i.e. J.C. Penney or Sears) and also operate a catalog business are excluded from the Mail-Order House industry. This is because catalog sales do not represent the primary retail venture for the company as indicated by catalog revenue accounting for a small share of total company revenue. NAICS Definition: Mail-Order houses (454113) - This US industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing all types of merchandise using mail catalogs or television to generate clients and display merchandise. Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in retailing from catalog showrooms or mail-order houses as well as establishments providing a combination of Internet and mail-order sales.
Report Contents
The Key Statistics chapter provides the key indicators for the industry for at least the last three years. The statistics included are industry revenue, industry gross product, employment, establishments, exports, imports, domestic demand and total wages.
The Market Characteristics chapter covers the following: Market Size, Linkages, Demand Determinants, Domestic and International Markets, Basis of Competition and Life Cycle. The Market Size section gives the size of the domestic market as well as the size of the export market. The Linkages section lists the industry's major supplier and major customer industries. The Demand Determinants section lists the key factors which are likely to cause demand to rise or fall. The Domestic and International Markets section defines the market for the products and services of the industry. This section provides the size of the domestic market and the proportion accounted for by imports and exports and trends in the levels of imports and exports. The Basis of Competition section outlines the key types of competition between firms within the industry as well as highlighting competition from substitute products in alternative industries. The Life Cycle section provides an analysis of which stage of development the industry is at.
The Segmentation chapter covers the following: Products and Service Segmentation, Major Market Segments, Industry Concentration and Geographic Spread. The Products and Service Segmentation section details the key products and/or services provided by this industry, highlighting the most important where possible to demonstrate which have a more significant influence over industry results as a whole. The Major Market Segments section details the key client industries and/or groups as well as giving an indication as to which of these are the most important to the industry. The Industry Concentration section provides an indicator of how much industry revenue is accounted for by the top four players. The Geographic Spread section provides a guide to the regional share of industry revenue/gross product.
Sold!
An increasing level of globalization can be witnessed in the big players consuming the world market with their demonstration parties, however, this relatively volatile industry still has a low concentration; and it's no surprise, with the relative ease with which one can join directly. Further growth in the competitive nature of this mature industry will, however, demand that staff are well trained and offer a superior level of customer service and expertise in demonstrating merchandise on offer, thereby increasing training.
This Industry Market Research report provides a detailed analysis of the Direct Selling Companies in the US industry, including key growth trends, statistics, forecasts, the competitive environment including market shares and the key issues facing the industry.
Industry Definition
This industry is part of the Retail Trade sector in the US. Operators in this industry retail a broad range of merchandise including home/family care products, personal care products, wellness products, etc. These goods are purchased from domestic (and in some cases international) manufacturers and wholesalers. Operators then retail these goods, via home parties, workplaces, street corner carts, mall kiosks, etc to the general public. The majority of goods supplied by this industry are purchased by consumers. It is important to note that those retailers who operate primarily as mobile food services are excluded from this industry. NAICS definition: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing merchandise (except food for immediate consumption and fuel) via direct sale to the customer by means, such as in-house sales (i.e., party plan merchandising), truck or wagon sales, and portable stalls (i.e., street vendors).
Report Contents
The Key Statistics chapter provides the key indicators for the industry for at least the last three years. The statistics included are industry revenue, industry gross product, employment, establishments, exports, imports, domestic demand and total wages.
The Market Characteristics chapter covers the following: Market Size, Linkages, Demand Determinants, Domestic and International Markets, Basis of Competition and Life Cycle. The Market Size section gives the size of the domestic market as well as the size of the export market. The Linkages section lists the industry's major supplier and major customer industries. The Demand Determinants section lists the key factors which are likely to cause demand to rise or fall. The Domestic and International Markets section defines the market for the products and services of the industry. This section provides the size of the domestic market and the proportion accounted for by imports and exports and trends in the levels of imports and exports. The Basis of Competition section outlines the key types of competition between firms within the industry as well as highlighting competition from substitute products in alternative industries. The Life Cycle section provides an analysis of which stage of development the industry is at.
The Segmentation chapter covers the following: Products and Service Segmentation, Major Market Segments, Industry Concentration and Geographic Spread. The Products and Service Segmentation section details the key products and/or services provided by this industry, highlighting the most important where possible to demonstrate which have a more significant influence over industry results as a whole. The Major Market Segments section details the key client industries and/or groups as well as giving an indication as to which of these are the most important to the industry. The Industry Concentration section provides an indicator of how much industry revenue is accounted for by the top four players. The Geographic Spread section provides a guide to the regional share of industry revenue/gross product.
