In this episode of Globalcast, Euromonitor International’s Asia Pacific Strategic Analyst An Hodgson will  discuss how the current global economic downturn has adversely affected companies, consumers and the economies of the Asia Pacific region and compare the current global crisis to the Asian financial crisis in 1997-98.

Learn about::

·       The difference between the crisis of 1997-98 and this global crisis
·       The impact of the global financial crisis on countries and consumers in Asia Pacific
·       The response from countries in the Asia Pacific region
·       How China’s fiscal stimulus package is taking effect
·       Growth prospect for the Asia Pacific in 2009 and 2010

Featuring: Euromonitor International Asia Pacific Strategic Analyst An Hodgson

In this episode of Globalcast, Euromonitor International Research Analyst Roman Shuster discusses the effects of the economic downturn on the US vitamins and dietary supplements (VDS) market, highlighting areas of opportunity.

Learn about::

·       Product categories that are proving to be recession-proof
·       Contributors to growth in vitamins and dietary supplements
·       Consumer behavior towards prevention and self-medication and its impact on VDS
·       Performance of private label products
·       The next big ingredient and opportunities for manufacturers to capture market share

Featuring: Euromonitor International Research Analyst Roman Shuster

In this episode of Globalcast, Euromonitor International's Retailing Industry Manager, Jon Wright, takes us through how past economic crisis have affected both consumer shopping patterns and the retailing industry, showing that in this case, the past could forecast the future.

Learn about::

·       Impact of past economic crisis on retailing
·       How is the industry faring in the current recession?
·       Are certain channels and/or countries affected more than others?·       What are the lessons we can draw from past recessions?
·       Which are the winning strategies for companies within the industry?·       Internet retailing: a clear winner?

Featuring: Euromonitor International Industry Manager Jon Wright

As the effects of the global downturn continue to be felt, how has the alcoholic drinks industry been affected?  In this episode of Globalcast, Euromonitor International's Alcoholic Drinks Industry Manager Marlous Kuiper discusses how  beer, wine and spirits will be affected  by region looking at previous periods of economic downturns as a guide. 
 

Learn about::

·       Is the alcoholic drinks industry recession proof?
·       What are the lessons we can draw from past recessions?
·       Are there differences in the way regional alcoholic drinks markets are affected?
·       What are the lessons we can draw from past recessions?
·       Which companies are performing better and why?
·       Suggestions and winning strategies for industry players

Featuring: Euromonitor International Industry Manager Marlous Kuiper

Ewa Hudson explains what Nutricosmetics are and what ingredients are used.  She also touches on who the target demographic is and explores whether such products have a future in a global downturn.
 

Find out:

·       What Nutricosmetics are
·       The target demographic and ingredients used in Nutricosmetics
·       Whether there is a future for these products in a global downturn

In this episode of Globalcast, Euromonitor International Research Analyst, Karine Dussimon, tells us how packaging in the food industry is faring in light of the recession.  The podcast looks at different food sectors and packaging types alongside geographical variations.  It also touches on what impact the recession will have on the industry’s commitment to environmental concerns.
 

Learn about:
· How key players are responding to the recession
·       Key geographic variations
·       Which packaging types are vulnerable and which are benefiting from the recession
·       What impact the recession will have on the environmental commitments of key global players

In this episode of Globalcast, Euromonitor International Research Manager, Zora Milenkovic, explores how the Tobacco Industry is faring in light of the recession.  The podcast looks at the four major players, geographic variations and different tobacco sectors.   It concludes with a look to the future and addresses whether the tobacco industry is recession proof.
 

Learn about:
· How key players are responding to the recession
·       Key geographic variations
·       Which tobacco sectors are vulnerable and which are benefiting from the recession
·       Whether the Tobacco Industry is a recession proof industry

The current recession is the worst the world has faced in over 60 years and 2009 will be a year of exceptional uncertainty. Worst-affected countries are those that are export-dependent, heavily indebted and reliant on foreign capital. Consumers have shown some resilience but are focused on searching for value for money. In this episode of Globalcast, Euromonitor International research manager, Sarah Boumphrey, analyses the recession, looks at who is affected and predicts a slow recovery, led by developing markets. 

Learn about:
· How this recession compares to previous ones?
·       What is likely to impact consumers more: the length or depth of the crisis?
·       Who are the winners and losers?
·       When and how will global growth return?

In this episode of Globalcast, Euromonitor International Senior Research Analyst Brian Morgan discusses the effects of the global recession on the packaged food industry and in particular new product development.

Learn about:
· Consumer responses to the current economy and its impact on packaged foods
·       How new product development is affected by the global recession
·       Challenges for manufacturers in new product development for health and wellness
·       Opportunities for manufacturers to extend their product portfolios

In this episode of Globalcast, Euromonitor International Research Manager Marcel Motta discusses Brazil’s current performance and the impact of the global economic downturn on this emerging economy.

Learn about:
·       Brazil’s current economic standing and the effects of the middle class
·       Consumer changes in spending as a result of the global recession
·       Industries and sectors that are expected to do well
·       Opportunities for manufacturers to develop their product portfolios and respond to changing consumer preferences