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Unmet needs in hematologic malignancies calls for companies focusing on PI3Ks and BTK inhibitors to offer better treatment options. Around USD 10 bn has already been invested in licensing and acquisition of PI3K and other kinase inhibitors since the last five years. Targeting kinases have been on the agenda of most drug developers as they hold the key path to signaling, development and growth of the cell. Large global pharma are constantly on the hunt for drugs with label expansion potential, longevity and blockbuster potential.

The market consists of four major categories of radar systems ground-based, naval, airborne and space-based. The global military radar market is estimated to be valued at USD 9.1 billion in 2013. The value of the market is expected to increase marginally at a CAGR of 1.58% during 2013 to 2023. A comprehensive analysis of the spending and modernization patterns in different regions around the world helps in ascertaining the demand drivers and growth stimulators for the military radar market.

The global body armor and personal protection market primarily consists of five categories including soft armor, hard armor, protective headgear, clothing and boots. The global body armor and personal protection market is estimated to value USD 2.4 billion in 2013. It is also anticipated to increase at a CAGR of 4.58% during 2013 to 2023 and peak at USD 3.7 billion by 2023.

Although the maturity of the UK ready meals market has resulted in static growth in terms of sales value between 2007 and 2012, it is forecasted to grow significantly at a CAGR of 4.7%, between 2012 and 2017. In recent years, much attention has been paid to cooking becoming more common among men: it is no longer viewed as a chore and is more often considered as a life-skill akin to having a successful career, one that can enhance a person's image. However, while this is indeed true to an extent, UK males are still more reliant on ready meals than women. Despite social shifts, and a dominant media presence that has overstated their impact, women are still typically more likely to take on traditional roles within the family home, such as looking after the dietary habits of children and cooking.

The high-end data based capabilities of LTE technology comprise one of the major growth drivers of the global public safety LTE market. Almost all the major telecom network operators are signing up for LTE technology in their respective service networks. However, omnipresent Professional Mobile Radio (PMR) technologies could pose a serious challenge to the future growth of this market. That is because PMR technologies for public safety have always enjoyed a rather strong presence in the public safety industry. These are used extensively in different parts of the world and find applications in different domains ranging from police services to ports.

One of the main drivers propelling the growth of the market for drugs used to treat patients with Parkinson's disease is the steadily growing aging population worldwide. This is because the number of patients suffering from Parkinson's disease is increasing owing to the rise in aging population both in the developing as well as developed nations. One of the major challenges to market growth is the weak pipeline landscape. Most products in the pipeline lack molecules that can potentially achieve blockbuster status in the near future.

Advanced technologies such as green IT and virtualization, communications and collaboration, and business intelligence are witnessing a significant uptake. A few of the key drivers behind recent market changes may be attributed to retailers' need to improve their customer experience and storefront operations, reduction in operational costs and carbon footprints and adherence to global carbon emission standards. This is driving the demand for advanced technologies such as green IT and virtualization, communications and collaboration, and business intelligence.

The South Korean pharmaceutical industry is highly fragmented, with almost all the domestic pharmaceutical companies having a strong portfolio of generic products rather than expensive, branded drugs. An increase in insurance coverage, an ageing population and favorable government initiatives are expected to drive future growth in the pharmaceutical industry in South Korea. Improved intellectual property rights, changing demographics and government support have contributed towards making the South Korean pharmaceutical industry attractive for MNCs.

Taiwan's pharmaceutical market was worth USD 4.4 billion in 2012 having grown at a CAGR of 2.9%. It is estimated to reach USD 5.5 billion by 2018, growing at a CAGR of 3.9%. Although the size of the market is small compared with other growing markets in Asia, it is expected to provide a market entry point for companies wishing to launch their products in other larger markets.

The main growth driver for personal accident and health insurance during 2008 to 2012 was the launch of HIV or AIDS insurance by both health and life insurers, which was purchased by a large number of the country's formerly uninsured population. The personal accident and health insurance segment grew at a CAGR of 10.7% during 2008 to 2012. This robust growth was supported by the country's increasing per capita income levels, GDP growth, favorable insurance reforms, and financial and healthcare service expansions.

The OTT Video Market Attractiveness Index research report assesses the strength of the OTT video opportunity across the 50 countries covered by Pyramid Research's Media Forecasts. The report and the index show an overall level of market attractiveness that can be easily used to pinpoint how any of these markets across the world fares on a variety of issues.