The global olives market has grown rapidly in recent years, majorly driven by a shift in the consumption pattern toward inclusion of olive oil in regular diet and influences for the usage of table olives from Mediterranean cuisine in the non-European countries. On contrary, the consumption has remained stable in the European Union, with the per capita consumption in Spain, Italy, Greece, and Portugal projected to grow steadily to 9.5 kgs by 2030, as reported by the European Commission.  In terms of production, erratic rainfall and cold waves, followed by olive fly infests have escalated the problems for olive growers in the major producing regions, while an alternate bearing cycle has been simultaneously witnessed in Italy. However, an increase in the global demand for olives is set to drive the overall olive production with the emerging producers, such as China and India, participating in the run with support from the respective governments and associations.

High-performance lubricants, also known as synthetic lubricants, are gaining popularity due to their excellent properties over mineral oil lubricants. The synthetic lubricants segment is constantly gaining market share and is projected to be the fastest-growing segment of the global market, during the forecast period. Synthetic lubricants offer better and improved properties over mineral lubricants, such as low-traction coefficient, reduction in power consumption and gear wear, increased service life, and reduced flammability to increase safety, among many others. These properties, in turn, make them most-suited for extreme high-temperature applications, as well as other complex and specific applications, such as heavily loaded gearboxes, etc.

The global macadamia market is growing at a faster pace with the growing importance of healthy eating and consumers are more frequently choosing nuts as a healthy snack option and incorporating them into their daily diets. In addition, organic macadamia is also gaining popularity with increasing demand coming majorly from the European countries. The wide application of processed macadamia in different industrial segments, such as the food and beverage industry, and cosmetics and personal care industry, is also augmenting the growth of these nuts in the global market. Australia, Hawaii in the United States, and South Africa are the largest macadamia production regions in the world. Few other growing regions include Latin America and Asia-Pacific.

The growth of the market studied is driven by the increasing number of surgical procedures requiring anesthesia, technological advancements pertaining to anesthesia delivery devices, and rising usage of inhalable anesthetics in the emerging markets, such as China and India. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 51 million inpatient surgeries and 53 million outpatient surgeries were performed in the United States in 2017. The number of surgeries has also been increasing in Asia-Pacific (especially in China and India), mainly because of the high patient population levels.

Ethernet cables are the connecting applications, which are used in multimedia devices for communication of audio and video signals. The cables either provide electrical, optical, or digital modes of transfer. Most of these cables have outer shield to transfer the data without loss and are designed to carry maximum bandwidth and higher transfer rate. The demand for Ethernet cables in the commercial sector is expected to increase rapidly during the forecast period, owing to higher speed and lower latency, high reliability and low security threats and easy installation & connection. However, high installation cost and limited physical availability for devices in ethernet cable industry pose a major threat, thus hampering the market growth globally. The market for Ethernet cables in commercial sector is analyzed and estimated in accordance with the impacts of the drivers, restraints, and opportunities.

X-ray technology has been commonly associated with the healthcare and research and development sector, for several years. However, in recent times, technology has expanded into the manufacturing environments, which is helping several end-user industries improve the quality of production. Further, with the evolution of digital X-ray variants, the price of equipment and operations has considerably gone down, enabling the rapid adoption of X-ray technologies in the manufacturing environments. Some of the initial industries that pioneered the use of X-ray inspection for quality control include the aerospace and defense and the semiconductor industry.

The growth rate of herbal products is primarily driven by factors, such as rising inclination toward natural products and growing awareness of preventive healthcare supported by increasing spending on health and wellness. The preference for health products that helps to maintain cholesterol levels, regulate the digestive system, and reduce stress have experienced an upward surge in recent years. The growing geriatric population, coupled with the rising prevalence of chronic conditions, are anticipated to drive the growth of herbal products across the world. According to United Nations 2017 estimates, the global population having age over 60 years or more, totaled 962 million in 2017, which is twice as large as in 1980 when it was 382 million, worldwide. The number of geriatric population is expected to double by 2050, which is anticipated to reach nearly 2.1 billion.

Health insurance covers medical expenses during prevention or treatment of any disease, injury, or other mental & physical impairment. It provides compensation in exchange for a monthly/semi-annual/annual premium or a payroll tax to provide healthcare benefits. The insurer is obliged to cover medical expenses for the policy holder up till the tenure and coverage of the policy. Depending on the policy, the coverage may vary for numerous factors, including diseases, age group, government policies, and others.

Hospital or healthcare associated infection is among the primary challenges faced by the healthcare professionals across various healthcare settings. Rising incidences of hospital-acquired infections and an increase in the number of surgeries are driving the growth of the market studied. The increase in the number of antibiotic-resistant infections is one of the primary reasons for an increase in the number of hospital-acquired infections. Furthermore, these infections account for more than 5% of the various infections witnessed across the world. To control such infections, hospitals have been investing significantly in newer technologies and better management of care facilities, primarily to shorten hospital stays and reduce the exposure to antibiotic-resistant organisms.

The global gene therapy market is currently being driven by various factors, including the rising investments in the R&D activities, technological advancements, and growing prevalence of target diseases. The recent approvals of few gene therapies have created a promising future for the market. Also, most of the regulatory authorities are focusing on the approval of safe and efficient gene therapies. The major market players are collaborating with the academic and research institutes, which is boosting the R&D in this field. Currently, among the gene therapy products in development, recombinant adeno-associated virus (AAV)- based vectors are the most widely used ones and they show the highest potential for delivery in gene therapy indications. While the majority (around 74%) of AAV-based therapeutic products are in the process of clinical development (early to mid-phase), several promising clinical outputs have helped in progressing the pipeline of possible AAV-based products.