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Gaining Speed: Internet Service Providers in the UK

The Internet Service Providers industry is expected to go from strength to strength over the coming years. The industry is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 1.9% to reach just under £6.9 billion over the five years through 2019-20. The industry’s expansion is expected be propelled by further gains in internet use and stronger subscriber growth as the coverage of fibre-optic networks expands out across the United Kingdom. Read the full report on IBIS.

Convenience Stores in the UK

Over the five years through 2019-20, revenue in the Convenience Stores industry is forecast to increase at a compound annual rate of 2.5% to £30 billion. This is a slower rate of growth than in the previous five-year period, despite forecast increases in real disposable income and expected improvements in the economic climate. Read the full report in IBIS.

Television Programme Production in the UK

UK broadcasters make up the majority of TV programme demand and the success of these broadcasters in growing their own revenue is likely to be an important factor driving investment in new programme commissions. Greater demand for original content tends to open up an opportunity for operators in the industry. IBISWorld expects that demand from UK broadcasters will ease slightly in 2014-15. Read the full report in IBIS.

Mixed Signals: Radio Broadcasting in the US

In the five years to 2019, radio broadcasters will face increasing competition from online streaming radio, podcasts and portable music players. Many operators will struggle to compete for limited advertising dollars, resulting in continued consolidation. IBISWorld anticipates a recovery for the industry, albeit a modest one when compared with the declines it experienced during the recession. Satellite radio companies may come out ahead as their subscription-based, commercial-free and premium content enables them to gain market share. Read the full report on IBIS.

UK Airline Industry 2014

One of the most pressing issues currently facing the airlines market is finding a long-term viable solution to the issue of capacity-constrained airports within the south east of England. Should the Government choose to act constructively upon the Airports Commission’s recommendations in 2015 — which are widely anticipated to call for airport expansion — this will offer a considerable boost to airlines operating in the UK.

Key Note forecasts that in the future, terminal passenger numbers will have increased by 9.8% by 2018, and that aircraft movements and total cargo handled will also grow at a moderate pace, resulting in steadily increasing revenues for airlines. Read the full report on Keynote.

E-Commerce – The Internet Grocery Market

One of the key trends driving the success of the e-commerce grocery market is the roll out of household broadband services throughout the UK demographic, with a higher proportion of consumers each year having access and regular usage of Internet technology. Tablet devices and smartphones have widened opportunities for competitors to create online apps so that grocery retail sites can be accessed and e-commerce orders can be placed while people are on the move. Other trends discussed in relation to the scope of the report include changes in consumer tendencies, issues impacting on the sourcing of food produce and the costs of food products in the UK market, as well as new product development (NPD) and innovation. Read the full report on Keynote

Management Consultants in the UK – Managing Strong Growth

The Management Consultants industry has returned to solid growth following a minor drop during the financial crisis. Industry revenue is expected to grow 7.0% in 2013-14 to reach £45.5 billion. Companies that slashed budgets for external consultants or delayed major projects are once again seeking the services of management consultants, despite considerable uncertainty existing in the global economy. Read the full report on IBIS.