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Report on Networking Products

Suppliers of networking products in China are increasing production by 10 percent this year in anticipation of a demand rebound and as wireless adoption picks up pace. The country's share in global output, however, will not even breach 5 percent, being limited to the home and SOHO markets.

Report on Footwear
Footwear Aug 2010

China's footwear industry is confronting internal and external pressures that may limit export growth. Suppliers are confident, however, that sales will rise between 10 and 20 percent in 2010.  The country's shipments for the first five months of the year increased 24 percent to 1.6 billion kilograms. Overseas revenue climbed 20 percent to $11.5 billion.

Report on Holiday & Party Decorations

Suppliers of holiday and party decorations in China are encountering higher production expenses amid the ongoing labor shortage and the fluctuating cost of materials. In response to this challenge, the majority of makers are exerting efforts to keep workforces at optimal levels while streamlining their operations for improved manufacturing efficiency.

Report on Baby & Children's Wear

China's baby and children's wear exports are expected to increase 20 percent by the end of 2010. Recent export figures indicate suppliers are on track to meet this growth rate. The country's garment shipments for the first quarter of the year rose 8 percent to $21 billion worth, while overseas revenue from footwear grew 15 percent to $7.2 billion.

Report on Plumbing & Sanitaryware

China's plumbing and sanitaryware is optimistic that export sales will revert to precrisis levels within the next 12 months. Demand is expected to strengthen as economic recovery takes a firmer hold in North America and the EU, and development continues in emerging markets.

Reports on Display Parts & Components

Suppliers of display parts and components in China continue to bolster the line amid a sustained upsurge in demand. To complement the expected 20 to 30 percent increase in output, they are intensifying R&D efforts. Product features are being upgraded to meet requirements in an expanding application base.

Bicycles Jun 2010

China's bicycle industry is positive of strong sales in coming months, with many suppliers anticipating at least 10 percent growth. These optimistic projections stem mainly from the recovery of key economies and the promotion of cycling as an environment-friendly mode of transportation in several markets.

Report on A/V Products & Accessories

Fresh and renewed interest in China's diverse A/V products and accessories industry is pushing suppliers to explore growth opportunities in R&D, capacity buildup and exports. Fueled by unabated user demand for multimedia and portable entertainment devices, output and overseas sales are expected to rise by at least 5 percent in the next six to 12 months.

Report on Portable Digital Devices

China's portable digital devices industry is growing steadily as it recovers from the effects of the global economic slowdown. Most suppliers are increasing their investment to boost capacity and product development.

Report on Crafts, Gifts & Novelties

China's crafts, gifts and novelties industry is well on the road to recovery. Current manufacturing upgrades, upbeat growth forecasts and stronger government support all point to a healthier business climate through the rest of 2010.