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- 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Health & Beauty Aids
Apparently, beauty <em>is</em> everything; at least to these companies and their loyal consumers. This market posted growth across the board with innovative health and beauty products and business strategies. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Tobacco
Some things are simply out of our control. Find out how the earthquake that hit Japan literally shook the Tobacco market in 2011. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Food
Big break-up headlines rocked the food industry in 2011. But the market overall reported growth across the board. Expect big changes on this list next year. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Housewares/Appliances
Last year, Stanley Black & Decker proved to be the runaway hit with greater than 100 percent growth. This year, the playing field has evened out. - 12/11/2012
Supply Chain Outlook
Gartner is witness to many on-going supply chain transformations within the consumer products industry. Here are some common characteristics of supply chain leaders. Plus, Steutermann reveals four important thoughts for the coming year. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Apparel, Accessories & Footwear
The Apparel, Footwear and Accessories market is alive and well thanks to increased consumer spending in 2011. Plus, find out which companies hopped on the list when mainstays, like Liz Claiborne, made an exit. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Retail
Economic conditions and emerging technologies are forcing retailers to identify new ways to set themselves apart from the competition. Walmart, for example, stepped up supplier collaboration in more ways than one. - 12/11/2012
2012 Top 100: Packaged Goods
No. 1 player P&G made progress toward its purpose-inspired growth strategy, while Unilever reported gains in its transformation to a sustainable growth company. Most of the companies on this list followed their lead with modest sales gains in 2011. - 12/10/2012
Newell Rubbermaid Accelerates Growth in China
For a number of years, the company's Tools and Fine Writing businesses have led the way in China, while its Commercial Products and Baby segments are making good progress. The company is now in a position to begin building its go-to-market system at scale in China, utilizing Shanghai as a key hub.<br /> - 12/10/2012
Top Food & Beverage Trends to Watch in 2013
From fresher frozen meals to food trucks for dogs, consumers can expect to see a variety of interesting trends to tickle the tummy in 2013. Nestl, the worlds leading nutrition, health and wellness company, recently issued some predictions destined to please the palates of all family members, including pets.<br />