Recession

Datamonitor reveals how brands can cash in on China's 'markets of contrasts'

26-Sep-2013 By Michelle Yeomans

As Datamonitor finds Chinese consumer lifestyles to have hardly been dented by the recession, its analysts say there are key steps international brands can take to properly cater to the country’s ‘market of contrasts’.

Kao full year results hard hit by recession, though trend is upwards

27-Apr-2010 By Simon Pitman

Global Japan-based personal care provider Kao was hard hit by the global recession in 2009, although there are clear signs that the downward trend is looking up again.

Coty announces opening of new Russian subsidiary

09-Jul-2009 By Leah Armstrong

Global fragrance company Coty, announced the opening of a new subsidiary in Russia as part of a strategic initiative to establish direct in-house marketing control of the Coty products in Russia.

Cognis reports sharp drop in quarterly sales

28-May-2009 By Guy Montague-Jones

German specialty chemicals firm Cognis has posted a net loss of €33m for the first quarter following a sharp drop in turnover.

Beiersdorf says acquisitions are still possible as results defy downturn

04-Mar-2009 By Simon Pitman

Beiersdorf announces strong sales growth and beats earning forecasts, adding that it will remain acquisitive in 2009 if the right opportunities arise.