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Within the growing phenomenon of “wellness” and “well-being,” an increasing number of consumers opt for food and beverage products that they perceive to be “clean” or “natural.” Given the absence of the specific definition of “clean,” consumers interpret it in their own way, defining it as products that have “no chemicals/no artificial additives” or “all-natural ingredients.”
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In February 2020, European Group I base oil export spot prices were in the low-mid $600/ton range between SN150 and brightstock. Today, solvent neutral cash market prices are double, and brightstocks almost triple, their levels of just a year ago.
The causes of such an explosion in base oil prices are not obvious and go beyond the confines of the base oil business itself. This paper is an attempt to rationalize the complexities.
A considerable number of U.S. consumers are adopting a flexitarian diet, and this change is projected to drive the growth of the global plant-based meat market in the coming years. Furthermore, a notable number of consumers, especially in North America and Europe, are following a vegan diet. Thus, a growing flexitarian, vegan, and vegetarian population is projected to positively impact the global plant-based food industry.
The rising trend of adopting nutritious and healthy food products due to factors such as rapid urbanization and lifestyle changes has been driving the growth of the plant-based meat industry globally. Plant-based meat analogs are attractive options for consumers who are willing to change their diet and consume less meat but only if proper alternatives are proposed. In the last decade, the range of plant-based meat analogs in the market, developed by the food industry, has been significantly increased, offering products ranging from burgers and chicken to pork, meatballs, and more.
The Indian lubricants market is the third-largest in the world. Within it, MCO account for 9% of total demand, making it the third-largest product category. Among all lubricants product categories, MCO was one of the least impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and one of the fastest to recover. According to current estimates, the MCO market is growing at 3.7% per year, making it one of the most attractive product segments for lubricants marketers. Growing electrification will change that and create new challenges for market participants.
THE EFFECTS OF THE PANDEMIC ON PROFESSIONAL SKIN CARE Highlights Report Despite a challenging year, the professional skin care market continued to register slight increases in established regions, with the United States growing by 0.7%. Telemedicine, curbside pickup, doorship programs, e-commerce solutions, and social media have all helped marketers and skin care professionals keep consumers engaged while
The interaction between the drive to sustainability and the lubricants industry can be classified into three themes. This article will discuss these themes and what opportunities and challenges they present to lubricants industry participants.
BEAUTY DEVICES: Revealing the Inner Aestheticianof U.S. and Chinese Consumers Highlights Report The onset of the coronavirus pandemic forced consumers to adopt at-home beauty regimens to maintain social distancing. Many turned to beauty gadgets to keep up with their normal skin care routines, and to mimic the results they previously obtained in professional outlets. According
PERSONALIZED NUTRITION USA Complimentary Presentation Personalized nutrition is one of the top trends in health and wellness. To date, the personalized nutrition market has been dominated by startups and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies that are experimenting with various technologies and products. The vibrant startup scene and active venture capital investors have led to widespread
