Assets Under Management (AUM) in the Global Mutual Funds Industry to Reach US$38.3 Trillion by 2015, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) January 27, 2012

Follow us on LinkedIn ? The investment fund industry differs vastly from one country to another in terms of demographics, investment objectives, needs and patterns of savings. No single strategy works for different markets in the area of mutual funds. The industry is witnessing growth in tandem with the rise in personal financial assets in the post financial-crisis scenario. Investors are again considering mutual funds as preferred investment options as they offer high returns when compared to other investment instruments. Akin to several other industries, innovation in product offerings is the key that pushes growth in mutual funds industry in both boom and bust periods. In the current volatile economic scenario, mutual funds are seriously focusing on winning back investor trust by offering innovative products that carry low risk and yield maximum return. Currently, investor interest is also being roused for growth funds as well as stocks of retail, energy and materials producing sectors. Interest in the sectors is natural, given the tendency of these businesses to quickly bounce back from an economic slowdown. Retail investors are expected to drive future growth in the mutual funds industry.

Nevertheless, while the recent past growth in mutual funds industry was interesting to observe in the larger US and European markets, down south it was a different scenario. A case in point is China, were the fast economic growth did not guarantee investment gains. In Emerging markets like China, as opposed to developed ones, steep fluctuations are quite common. Markets can soar and at the same time fall to all time lows relatively quickly. However, in the neighboring India, there is immense potential funds for growth of mutual funds, in the backdrop of significant development going on the in the country. ????

Furthermore, investments in funds which are targeted towards emerging markets such as Latin America, India and China are witnessing increased interest as these countries are relatively shielded from economic uncertainties and are displaying faster growth. Other mutual fund categories such as those concentrated in equity precious metals are also registering double-digit returns, as investors are seeking to invest in precious metals such as gold to safeguard against uncertain times.

The research report titled ?Mutual Funds: A Global Outlook? announced by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers an aerial view of the global mutual funds industry, identifies major short to medium term market challenges, and growth drivers. Market discussions in the report are punctuated with a number of fact-rich market data tables. Regional markets elaborated upon include United States, Canada, Japan, Finland, France, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, China, Hong Kong, India, South Korea, Philippines, Columbia, Mexico and UAE among others. Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of companies worldwide.

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Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a leading publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company currently employs over 800 people worldwide. Annually, GIA publishes more than 1300 full-scale research reports and analyzes 40,000+ market and technology trends while monitoring more than 126,000 Companies worldwide. Serving over 9500 clients in 27 countries, GIA is recognized today, as one of the world's largest and reputed market research firms.

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Rolling Along: Auto Customization Shops in the US Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) January 28, 2012

The Auto Customization Shops industry has experienced a bumpy road over the past five years. Industry revenue is expected to fall 0.7% annually on average over the five years to 2012, with revenue estimated to grow 2.7% in 2012 to $ 4.4 billion. According to IBISWorld industry analyst Nima Samadi, ?the recession has had lingering effects on the industry, with consumers holding off non-essential alterations and customizations of their vehicles.? This industry derives its revenue from drivers that pay auto customization shops for certain aftermarket automotive accessories and other customized alterations to their vehicles. Nearly all of these projects are discretionary luxuries, and as such, industry demand and revenue is subject to consumer and discretionary spending levels. In 2009, consumer spending declined and discretionary purchases like automotive alterations were put on the chopping block. Consumers who continued to invest in car customization tended to scale back the amount they spent on their projects and increasingly opted for lower cost services and projects. Some patrons who still wanted to customize their automobiles chose to handle the purchases and installations themselves, bypassing industry establishments. Between 2010 and 2012, consumer spending has increased, which has resulted in a steady increase in spending on car customization and rising revenue for auto customization shops.

Despite recessionary declines, there have been a number of industry-specific trends that increased demand for car customization shops over the long term. One of the biggest driving forces has been rising pop-culture interest in customized vehicles. Moreover, according to Samadi, ?changes in automotive electronics and stereos have also driven demand for industry services over the last five years.? An increasing number of consumers want premium aftermarket stereo and electronics systems for their automobiles, such as in-car DVD and Blu-ray players, multiple TV screens throughout the vehicle, integrated aftermarket navigation systems, MP3 player and iPod connectivity and Bluetooth connectivity for hands free calling and Bluetooth audio streaming. All of these factors bode well for auto customization shops, with demand for their services expected to grow, prompted by an expanding economy over the next five years.

During the five years to 2017, this industry will remain highly fragmented, with no one company dominating even a regional market. In larger markets, such as urban centers like Los Angeles and Detroit, some shops specialize in subsegments of the industry like airbrush paint jobs. These industry players include West Coast Customs and Galpin Auto Sports, which are both located in California. Companies rely primarily on word-of mouth recommendations for business due to the high-end luxury nature of many customizations. Consolidation has not occurred in this industry for several reasons. Firstly, employees must be led by a highly skilled manager that is responsible for the technical nature of the work. Additionally, companies order parts as a need for them arises. Consequently, bulk orders are rare, eliminating one of the major benefits of owning multiple shops that, in other industries, leads to cheaper input prices for larger players that can buy in bulk.

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This industry customizes automobiles. Operators modify cars to improve their performance, often by altering or replacing the engine and transmission. Conversely, businesses in this industry may customize cars to make a style statement for the consumer, making the car look unique and unlike any factory-finished car. Freight truck and trailer customization services are also included in this industry. Remanufactured vehicles are excluded from this industry.

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