Japan is a globally competitive and progressive country. It is also considered to be an economic superpower. A very large contributor to Japan’s impressive reputation is its highly progressive automotive industry. Are you looking for an agent or distributor in Japan? Read more… What should you know about the Japanese automotive industry? The Japanese automotive…

What do we know about consumers in Panama? Panama is home to 4 million inhabitants with Spanish being its primary language. The top earning 10% in Panama possess more than 40% of the nation’s wealth, while the poorest 10% share only 1.1% of the total national earnings. This shows a huge discrepancy between the have…

The Poles are well educated with a commitment to work ethics that are not too different from their European counterparts. The main language spoken in the country is Polish while the other minority one is Silesian. Every piece of literature shared with the Poles during a business negotiation should ideally be translated into their language…

After you made the sales, the delivery process starts. Getting your products across swiftly is essential for customer satisfaction, and getting them across inexpensively is essential for your financial results. So choosing the right mode of transportation is key to an efficient and cost-effective international arrangement. This article looks at the various shipping options that…

The U.S. market is actually comprised of smaller markets and not just one big entity. Market research would tell you that these markets have a lot of things in common but also present a lot of differences with regard to the various opportunities and potential investments they present. Nonetheless, this article will help you find…

UK’s fashion industry plays a significant role in the country’s economy. In 2017, it was valued at 29 billion pounds.. A growing population and increased awareness is also major reasons for increased demand for clothing made in the United Kingdom. Over the past few years, the British fashion sector has significantly grown and transformed and…

What do you need to know about Indonesian business culture? One thing that foreign business persons need to get used to in Indonesia is the slow pace of business decision making when it comes to negotiations. As with most nations in Asia, hierarchy plays an important role in the business dealings in Indonesia. It pays…

Trade shows work at creating awareness, building image, establishing a network, finalising orders or even hiring the right people. Many business partnerships are initiated at trade shows. They are also good venues to undertake some market research. But what does it cost to participate in a trade show, and what are the financial results? Costs of having…

The people of South Africa are predominantly native with little migratory population. The total population of this vast nation is around 54 million people. Income distribution among this lot is poorly spread. 64% of South Africans live in urban areas of Port Elizabeth, Pretoria, Johannesburg, Capetown, Durban and Vereeniging. The nation’s middle income emerging market…

The urban population is growing in India and because of this, opportunities are increasing as well. According to country data, the urbanization in India is mainly due to the expansion of cities and the migration of people. Investments are made in housing, road network, urban transport, water supply, power-related infrastructures, smart cities, and other forms…

Indonesia now has around 250 million inhabitants and that number will continue to grow. Even more important is the segment of those that will enter the consuming class with over 300 dollars per month to spend: this number will grow from 70 million people now to 135 million people in 2030. This means a huge…

If you want to grow your international turnover, the first thing you do is to look at the world’s leading retailers. If you can deal with their negotiation power, handle their pressure on margins and their volumes, these are the players to do business with. Here is the top 50 list of retailers in the…