2009-11-10 16:06:12 -
Research and Markets ( www.researchandmarkets.com/research/c08946/us_retail_sector : 
) has announced the addition of the " U.S.
Retail Sector: Sector Report : " report to their offering.
This industry profile is an essential tool to help your company gain an in-depth knowledge and competitive advantage in the industry. The profile is an assimilation of insider knowledge, market characteristics and economic indicators.
It analyzes the critical success factors in the industry - how the industry has evolved and how competitive dynamics have impacted market behavior.
Sectional Highlights.
- Structure of the industry, market size, and growth rates have been analyzed
- Value chain analysis categorizes the value-adding activities to develop low-cost differentiation strategies
- Trend analysis detects historical patterns that could help in forecasting future demand periods
- Critical issues are reviewed that may become a threat to the industry
- PEST analysis uses a framework of external factors for macro-environmental scanning of the industry to help in taking advantage of opportunities and making contingency plans for threats
- Competitive positioning of the industry leaders has been evaluated in terms of sales, profitability, stock trend and other performance indicators
Key Benefits.
- Provides input for strategic business planning
- Targets business opportunities & risks
- Exploits competitive intelligence
Target Audience.
- Investment Managers
- Venture Capitalists
- Management Consultants
- Research Companies
- Other Industry Professionals
Key Topics Covered:
Industry Overview
- Industry Structure
- Market Value
Industry Characteristics
- Value Chain Analysis
- Key Trends
- Growth Drivers
- Major Challenges
Macro-Environment Analysis - PEST
- Political/Legal Forces
- Economic Forces
- Socio-Cultural Forces
- Technological forces
Competitor Analysis
- Industry Leaders
- Competitor Array - Assessment and Positioning
- Comparables Analysis
For more information visit
www.researchandmarkets.com/research/c08946/us_retail_sector :
Research and MarketsLaura Wood, Senior ManagerU.S. Fax:
646-607-1907Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716
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