Market Trends

Global Zinc Supply Moving toward Surplus by 2022

The gap between zinc demand and supply is expected to narrow, and the market will move into a surplus in 2022.

March 11, 2019

Between 2019 and 2022, global zinc supply is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.8% to 15.7 Mt in 2022.

Proppants Industry Surpasses Milestone

In addition to setting historical highs for frac sand, the industry surpassed one trillion cumulative pounds of proppant since hydraulic fracturing commenced.

March 8, 2019

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According to a recent report, the proppant industry supplied 230 billion lbs (115 million tons) of sand, ceramic and resin-coated proppants in 2018.

What Trends will Help the Ceramic Tile Market Top $107 Billion by 2024?

On the geographical front, China is the largest producer, consumer and exporter of ceramic tile.

March 5, 2019

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The global ceramic tile market was worth around $70.9 billion in 2018, representing a CAGR of 9.1% from 2011-2018.

Regulations Continue to Drive Global Market for Ceramic Filters

Favorable environmental regulations concerning water treatment, water disposal and hazardous gas emissions from industrial installations are poised to fuel demand for ceramic filters.

March 4, 2019

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The global ceramic filter market is expected to reach $2.9 billion by 2025, according to a recent report, progressing at a CAGR of 13.5%.

Infrastructure Activities Bolster Global White Cement Market

Due to its high durability, low maintenance requirements and aesthetic look, white cement is widely used in the construction industry across the globe.

March 1, 2019

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The global white cement market reached a value of more than $5 billion in 2018, registering a CAGR of 4.4% from 2011-2018, according to a recent research report.

Big Data Technology in Cybersecurity Solutions Helps Companies Proactively Prevent Breaches

The rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) has opened up numerous points of vulnerabilities, compelling cybersecurity companies, especially startups, to develop innovative solutions to protect enterprises from emerging threats.

February 22, 2019

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As cybercrime becomes more sophisticated and even a method of warfare, technologies such as machine learning, big data, and blockchain will become prominent.

Housing Affordability Holds Steady at a 10-Year Low in the 2018 Fourth Quarter

The national median home price moved down from $268,000 in the third quarter of 2018 to $263,000 in the fourth quarter.

February 20, 2019

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A modest increase in interest rates offset a slight decline in home prices to keep housing affordability essentially level in the fourth quarter of 2018 and still hovering at a 10-year low, according to the recent National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index (HOI).

Global Crude Steel Output Increases 4.6% in 2018

India has replaced Japan as the world’s second-largest steel producing country, after China.

February 13, 2019

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Global crude steel production reached 1,808.6 Mt in 2018, an increase of 4.6% compared to 2017.

New Home Sales Higher than Expected in November

The median sales price of new homes fell to $302,400 in November 2018, as the market has shifted to lower-cost houses.

February 13, 2019

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Sales of newly built, single-family homes rose to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 657,000 units in November 2018 after an upwardly revised October report, according to recently released data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

Proppants to See Strong Demand in North America

Frac sand is the most widely used proppant in the U.S., while resin-coated and ceramic sands are used for specific applications that involve higher production depths and thermal resistance.

February 12, 2019

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The North American proppants market (by volume) is expected to register a CAGR of over 6.9% from 2018-2023.