In a new series of studies, our analysts provide in-depth analysis of the short- and long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on demand and supply for disposable gloves, face masks and disinfectant. This blog highlights some of the trends.

What will affect protective packaging growth through the coronavirus crisis and beyond?

Despite challenges advances in technology and product development – including more powerful cordless tools and products that are easier to operate – will continue to drive market growth.

Mass infections among employees are leading to temporary facility closures and declines in output. What will happen after these challenges?

As homeowner remodeling projects commonly focus on raising home values, countertop demand will benefit from trends favoring more bathrooms, larger kitchens, and higher value countertop materials to boost ROI.

Home decking demand is on the rise in many parts of the US. Here are a few key demand drivers we expect to see in 2020 and beyond.

Purchasing patterns are expected to normalize following the crisis and significant changes in the long-term outlook through 2024 and key market trends are not expected.

As consumers spend more time at home in self-isolation, they may take the opportunity to invest in improving outdoor spaces.

A healthy outlook for heavy industries worldwide will support the nearly $45 billion global refractory market.

A number of trends will drive sales of off-road equipment at the global level – particularly gains in construction, farming, and manufacturing, applications.