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| Gift and Decoration Products |
Wednesday, January 07, 2009 |
| Distribution channels (4/3/2008) |
 Distribution channels:
As goods move from producer to consumer they may have to pass through various intermediaries. In this paper we will discuss the characteristics of the European gifts and decorative articles trade channels.
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| Patterns and trends in consumption (4/3/2008) |
 The composition of the EU population is changing. Europe is entering a period of accelerated population ageing. This phenomenon extends to the majority of the EU countries. According to Eurostat, there are three driving forces behind the ageing of the EU society: fertility below replacement level, greater longevity and the approach of the ‘babyboomers’ to their retirement age.... more |
| Product Characteristics (4/2/2008) |
 In order to make this report of practical value, we have distinguished nine gifts & decorative articles product groups, which we deem are of interest for exporters in developing countries. Compared to the survey ‘Gifts and decorative articles in the EU’ published in November 2005, one product group has been removed, namely Boneware, and two product groups have been added - Paperware and Plasticware.
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