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Emily Park has authored more than 36 studies as an Industry Analyst at The Freedonia Group, where she has worked since 2012. She double majored in Earth & Planetary Sciences and Environmental Studies at Washington University in St. Louis and now focuses on chemicals and equipment-related topics at Freedonia. Her areas of expertise include pesticides, fertilizers, water treatment equipment and chemicals, and aquaculture supplies.

See the latest industry insights from a variety of market research blogs. This week, we highlight articles covering the markets for ceiling products, construction equipment, pet treats, patient monitoring devices, global housing, healthcare chatbots, and more.

Global construction of new housing is expected to rise 1.6% per year through 2023, according to a new industry study titled Global Housing by The Freedonia Group, a leading market research firm and division of MarketResearch.com.

The study focuses on the 55.3 million unit global market for new housing, and provides historical data and forecasts for new housing units and housing stock in 58 countries and 6 regions.

This week, industry analysts shared new data and insights across a broad range of markets including fiber cement, school testing, pets, in vitro diagnostics, and meditation. Scroll through the descriptions and links below for more information.

Get the latest market research on a variety of dynamic industries, including marijuana growing supplies, rubber, recycled paper, bearings, wearable medical devices, and pharmaceutical packaging.

The articles highlighted below feature new market forecasts and a discussion of market opportunities, challenges, and trends.

The demand for global pharmaceutical packaging reached an estimated $94.2 billion in 2018, according to new research and analysis from The Freedonia Group’s comprehensive study Global Pharmaceutical Packaging.

This week, analysts published articles on a variety of industries including e-commerce packaging, puppy food, college course materials, and plant-based alternatives.

The U.S. beverage industry is competitive with many large, mature categories. Finding new growth opportunities is a key concern for beverage companies large and small.  

These days, retailers are pushing much more than just merchandise. It’s common for sales associates to invite customers to sign up for a private label credit card, also known as a store card, in exchange for a discount on an initial purchase.