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Country overview
Australia is the sixth largest country in the world with a land area of 7,617,930 square kilometres. Its relatively small population of 22.9 million is to be found mainly along the eastern coast of the country. Given its size, the country has a range of natural environments including deserts, mountains, tropical forests, beaches and coral reefs.
Australia became a state in 1901, and it currently consists of 8 states and territories. Its capital Canberra has a population of 347,000. The country’s largest cities are Sydney (4.6), Melbourne (4.2), Brisbane (2.1), Perth (1.8) and Adelaide (1.2).
The country has a long history of immigration, with people, originally arriving from the UK, now coming from all over the world. In 2011, 24.6% of the population was born elsewhere, and 43% of the population had at least one parent born overseas. Aboriginal people make up just 2.5% of the population.
It has a democratic federal state system which recognises the British Monarch as Head of State. The government is led by the Prime Minister. The currency is the Australian Dollar.
Economic Structure
Australia's natural resources have attracted high levels of foreign investment for many years. It is a significant exporter of natural resources, energy and food. The economy grew for 17 consecutive years before the global financial crisis of 2009. By using low interest rates and a fiscal stimulus, the government saw the economy recover after only one negative quarter. In 2009, a growth rate of 1.4% was the best in the OECD. This grew to 2.5% in 2010 and 3.3% in 2013.
The country’s GDP stood at USD 882.344 billion in 2010, to which agriculture contributed 4%, industry 26.6%, and services 69.4%. In 2012, the rates of inflation and unemployment stood at 2.1% and 5.2%, respectively.
Australia's main export partners are Japan, the USA, China, New Zealand, South Korea, the UK and Taiwan. Its import partners are the USA, Japan, China, Germany, and the UK.
Industry Analysis
Mining
The list of Australia's mineral resources is extensive, encompassing bauxite, coal, iron ore, copper, tin, gold, silver, uranium, nickel, tungsten, mineral sands, lead, zinc, and diamonds, among others.
Mineral deposits are often of high quality and close to the surface, which means they can be mined at competitive prices. Capital costs are high and supply contacts tend to last for many years, meaning that the sector tends to be dominated by large companies. Mineral exports are expected to account for 65% of the revenue in 2013-2014, with coal making up 50% of this total. With the rise of emerging economies, particularly China, there have been dramatic increases in mineral prices over the last few years. Chinese companies invested USD 60million in the industry between 2007 and 2010. They have also begun to lease land from the Australian Government in order to mine resources.
The top ten mining companies include BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, Vale, Newcrest Mining, Barrick Gold, Alcoa, Woodside Petroleum, Santos, and Peabody Energy. BHP Billiton with a value of USD 4220.9 billion is Australia's largest company, and Rio Tinto vaLed at USD 128.494 billion is ranked as the fourth largest.
Agriculture
The agricultural crops sector is divided in six parts: cereals - barley, wheat, maize, rice; fruit, vegetables, roots and tubers; sugar crops; oil crops and pulses; spices and stimulants; nuts - walnuts and almond.
In 2011, the total industry revenue is expected to grow from US$ 14.8 billion in 2011 to US$ 17 billion by 2016, posting 2.8% growth. Large companies in the sector include, monk others, ABB grain, AAC and AWB Ltd.
Cattle
Australia is the world's third largest exporter of beef. It is estimated there is a national herd of 28.5 million. The industry was valued at US$ 12.3billion in 2012-2013. Around 68% of beef is exported, mainly to Japan, the USA and South Korea.
Sheep
Australia is the world's largest exporter of mutton and live sheep and the second largest exporter of lamb. The national flock is estimated at 74.7 million and the sector is valued at US$ 3.9 billion. (1% of mutton and 51% of lamb was exported in 2012-2013 with a value of US$ 521million. The largest export market is the Middle East.
Tourism
From 2009 up to end-2013, tourism produced USD 114 billion for the Australian economy, growing at a rate of 1.7%. Around 54,000 companies employ just over 520,000 people. During the financial crisis of 2009, international travellers tended to stay at home. A strong Australian Dollar contributed to the increase in Australian travelers who took advantage of the exchange rate. With 65% of tourists generated by domestic clients, the industry was hit hard. However, once again, China has come to the rescue. Along with Russians, they are the latest large group of tourists to make Australia one of their favoured destinations, making the sector return to growth in 2012.
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Confectionery in Australia
US$ 2,100.00
... impacted mortgage repayments. Since October 2009 the Reserve Bank of Australia has been raising the national interest rate, by a total of one ... increasing pressure on discretionary spending. Consequently, chocolate... Euromonitor International's Chocolate Confectionery in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ...
October 2010
81 pages
Bakery in Australia
US$ 990.00
Towards the latter half of 2009, Food Standards Australia New Zealand passed legislation for the mandatory addition of folic ... Health Dialogue facilitated by the federal... Euromonitor International's Baked Goods in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ...
October 2010
79 pages
Yoghurt in Australia
US$ 990.00
... in Australia during 2009/10, registering record figures of four million viewers for its 2010 grand finale. The popularity of the Masterchef Australia series ... following the advent of the economic downturn in 2008. Euromonitor International's Yoghurt in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ...
October 2010
56 pages
Other Pet Food - Australia
US$ 900.00
According to the 2008-09 annual report of Department of Environment and Climate Change, another 1,000 wildlife licences were issued in the year, bringing the total number of Australian animal keepers...
September 2010
27 pages
Pet Products - Australia
US$ 900.00
Consumers faced ongoing urbanisation and increasingly busy lifestyles during the review period, with a rise in the number living in apartments. This resulted in a growing number of Australians keeping...
September 2010
26 pages
Tobacco - Australia
US$ 2,100.00
... . The decline in cigarette sales was also linked to... Euromonitor International's Tobacco in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... coverage: Cigarettes, Cigarettes Including RYO Cigarettes, Cigars, Smokeless Tobacco, Smoking Tobacco. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares ...
September 2010
52 pages
Away-from-home Tissue and Hygiene - Australia
US$ 990.00
... value sales continued to increase at a steady pace. Euromonitor International's Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... to 2014 illustrate how the market is set to change. Product coverage: Away-From-Home Hygiene, Away-From-Home Tissue. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares ...
August 2010
22 pages
Kitchen Towels - Australia
US$ 990.00
... Australia, products in kitchen towels are used mainly for cleaning the kitchen, particularly spills and mess as a result of food preparation and cooking. ... mentioned above, products in kitchen towels are also used to drain fat and grease away from... Euromonitor International's Kitchen Towels in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide ...
August 2010
22 pages
Paper Tableware - Australia
US$ 990.00
... members with regard to their dining experience at home. Euromonitor International's Paper Tableware in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... Wipes, Pocket Handkerchiefs, Recycled Toilet Paper, Sanitary Protection Excluding Feminine Hygiene Wipes, Standard Toilet Paper, Tablecloths. Data coverage: market sizes ...
August 2010
21 pages
Tissues - Australia
US$ 990.00
... to the busy and active lifestyle of many Australian consumers, companies in tissues focused on creating products that are easy to use and convenient ... is a preference among active Australians for products in pocket... Euromonitor International's Tissues in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ...
August 2010
22 pages
Toilet Paper - Australia
US$ 990.00
... from a certified and sustainable forest. With regard... Euromonitor International's Toilet Paper in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... Toilet Paper, Moderate/Heavy Incontinence, Napkins, Nappies/Diapers, Personal Wipes, Pocket Handkerchiefs, Recycled Toilet Paper, Sanitary Protection Excluding Feminine Hygiene Wipes, Standard Toilet Paper ...
August 2010
24 pages
Functional Drinks - Australia
US$ 990.00
... gained off-trade volume share of energy drinks In 2009. The relaunch of Mother has... Euromonitor International's Functional Drinks in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the ... the market is set to change. Product coverage: Elixirs, Energy Drinks, Sports Drinks. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares ...
July 2010
37 pages
Child Day Care Services: Market Research Report
US$ 3,950.00
This report analyzes the US, the UK, and the Australian markets for Child Day Care Services in US$ Million (Revenues). Annual estimates and forecasts ... Bright Horizons Family Solutions, Inc., Teddies Nurseries Ltd., Childbase Ltd., Child Development Schools, Inc., GoodStart Childcare Limited, Just Learning Ltd ...
July 2010
81 pages
NRT Smoking Cessation Aids - Australia
US$ 900.00
The National Preventative Health Strategy, as part of an initiative set up by a federal government task force in 2008, focused on reducing tobacco use as part of the plan to tackle chronic diseases. T...
June 2010
36 pages
OTC Obesity - Australia
US$ 990.00
OTC obesity posted growth of 4% in current value during 2009, with sales reaching A$31 million. Rising obesity and overweight levels in Australia have received much attention ... of the country’s adults are obese and an additional 37% of the adult population are overweight. Euromonitor International's OTC Obesity Products in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide ...
June 2010
33 pages
Slimming Products - Australia
US$ 990.00
... products to consumers. The Pharmacy Guild defended the programmes by highlighting that slimming products have also been available in other channels, particularly... Euromonitor International's Slimming Products Products in Australia ... to 2014 illustrate how the market is set to change. Product coverage: Meal Replacement Slimming, Other Slimming Products, Slimming Teas, Weight Loss Supplements Data coverage: market ...
June 2010
36 pages
Wound Treatments - Australia
US$ 990.00
Wound treatments posted a current value growth of 2% in 2009, with sales reaching A$62 million during 2009. Value sales in sticking plasters and other wound treatments continued to see moderate growth, as wound care remained a low priority health issue amongst Australians. Euromonitor International's Wound Treatments Products in Australia report ...
June 2010
34 pages
Australian Healthcare IT Market Analysis
US$ 900.00
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CD-ROM: US$ 1000.00 The current healthcare reform in Australia has induced the rapid transitio...
May 2010
35 pages
Jewellery - Australia
US$ 990.00
... These economic factors suppressed the demand... Euromonitor International's Jewelleryin Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... how the market is set to change. Product coverage: Costume Jewellery, Real Jewellery Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company ...
May 2010
25 pages
Personal Stationery - Australia
US$ 990.00
... a reduction in the growth of the personal stationery industry to just 1.7% in 2009, down from 3.4% in 2008. Demand for personal stationery was dampened as consumers’ ... remained the slowest-growing segments. Euromonitor International's Personal Stationeryin Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the ...
May 2010
24 pages
Travel Goods - Australia
US$ 900.00
... subsector experienced growth of only 1.9% during 2009. Euromonitor International's Travel Goodsin Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ... . Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Personal Goods industry; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
May 2010
24 pages
Watches - Australia
US$ 990.00
The watches industry in Australia has felt the pressure of the slowing economy. The growth of ... two cash handouts of A$900 per eligible... Euromonitor International's Watchesin Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ...
May 2010
24 pages
Bankinfo-Australia-2008 Financial Data Report
US$ 480.00
This report show all types of banks in Australia, including central banks, commercial banks, investment banks, securities companies and others. We provide more than 3 year financial information of the...
May 2010
39 pages
Other Hot Drinks - Australia
US$ 900.00
In 2009, malt-based hot drinks recorded an impressive off-trade current value growth of 6%, largely due to a widening consumer base. Milo is no doubt the most dynamic brand in driving the overall perf...
March 2010
26 pages
Asia Pacific Supply Chain Drivers: Macroeconomic Analysis
US$ 845.00
Analytiqa’s Supply Chain Drivers series provides insight through data that defines industry trends such as: Macroeconomic indicators, freight transport routes, vehicle registrations, import / export volumes, retail sales, demographics and technology user statistics. Across all of the six main sectors you are ...
March 2010
30 pages
Asia Pacific Supply Chain Drivers: Trends in Automotive
US$ 845.00
Analytiqa’s Supply Chain Drivers series provides insight through data that defines industry trends such as: macroeconomic indicators, freight transport routes, vehicle registrations, import / export volumes, retail sales, demographics and technology user statistics. Across all of the six main sectors you are ...
March 2010
30 pages
Asia Pacific Supply Chain Drivers: Trends in Consumer Goods
US$ 845.00
Analytiqa’s Supply Chain Drivers series provides insight through data that defines industry trends such as: Macroeconomic indicators, freight transport routes, vehicle registrations, import / export volumes, retail sales, demographics and technology user statistics. Across all of the six main sectors you are ...
March 2010
30 pages
Asia Pacific Supply Chain Drivers: Trends in Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
US$ 845.00
Analytiqa’s Supply Chain Drivers series provides insight through data that defines industry trends such as: macroeconomic indicators, freight transport routes, vehicle registrations, import / export volumes, retail sales, demographics and technology user statistics. Across all of the six main sectors you are ...
March 2010
30 pages
Asia Pacific Supply Chain Drivers: Trends in Retail
US$ 845.00
Analytiqa’s Supply Chain Drivers module provides insight through data that defines industry trends such as: Macroeconomic indicators, freight transport routes, vehicle registrations, import / export volumes, retail sales, demographics and technology user statistics. Across all of the six main sectors you are ...
March 2010
30 pages
Asia Pacific Supply Chain Drivers: Trends in Technology
US$ 845.00
Analytiqa’s Supply Chain Drivers series provides insight through data that defines industry trends such as: Macroeconomic indicators, freight transport routes, vehicle registrations, import / export volumes, retail sales, demographics and technology user statistics. Across all of the six main sectors you are ...
March 2010
30 pages
Meal Replacement Products in Australia
US$ 990.00
Meal replacement slimming products benefited during the review period from consumer health trends. With approximately 26% of the adult population in Australia suffering from obesity ... and implemented in the latter half of 2009, with... Euromonitor International's Meal replacement products in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ...
January 2010
67 pages
Clothing - Australia
US$ 900.00
... were making announcements every week about cutting hundreds of jobs, all of which led to a decline in consumer spending on clothing in 2008, and particularly on... Euromonitor International's Clothing in Australia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. ...
December 2009
31 pages
SMEs in Australia: opportunities in unified communications
US$ 895.00
SMEs in Australia are stepping into unified communication (UC), albeit at a slow pace. They are adopting a range of UC applications and services, and are likely to consider new cloud-based communicati...
November 2009
11 pages
Australian Public Sector: Centrelink
US$ 1,495.00
Centrelink is an Australian government statutory agency within the Human Services portfolio. It is responsible for delivering a range of Commonwealth services to the Australian community. This report...
October 2009
21 pages
Australian Public Sector: CSIRO
US$ 1,495.00
CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, is Australia’s national science agency. This report profiles the agency and its ICT organisation, major ICT projects and vendor...
October 2009
20 pages
Australian Public Sector: Defence
US$ 2,495.00
The Defence portfolio comprises the Department, the Australian Defence Force, and the Defence Materiel Organisation. This report profiles the agency and its ICT organisation, major ICT projects and ve...
October 2009
43 pages
Australian Public Sector: Department of Health and Ageing
US$ 895.00
The Department of Health and Ageing is responsible for policy in a wide range of areas of health including, medical services, aged care, biosecurity and emergency response. This report profiles the ag...
October 2009
10 pages
