Today begins the National Roofing Contractors Association's first-ever Roofing Day summit, and current events are sure to feature prominently in talks on Capitol Hill. Find out which headline-worthy news items one Freedonia analyst expects to dominate discussions.

A mega-merger between two refractories market leaders has major implications for the rest of the industry. Find out who stands to win - and lose - the most from this deal.

Bottled water is rising in popularity worldwide, leading to brisk growth in the global caps and closures industry. Find out how evolving consumer preferences are impacting this market, and why all bottled water is not created equal.

Just as technology has changed the way we live our everyday lives, so too has it permanently reshaped the market research landscape. Check out these 5 ways innovations in technology have spurred market researchers to adapt.

A trend toward green building products has given eco-friendly insulation room to grow. Check out the 4 materials that are best suited for use as an alternative to traditional fiberglass insulation.

With brick-and-mortar retailers under pressure from online competitors like Amazon, e-commerce is changing the way consumers shop for both specialty goods and, increasingly, everyday essentials. Find out how protective packaging stands to benefit strongly from this trend going forward.

Government-led programs aimed at incentivizing the purchase of electric vehicles could mean slippery conditions ahead for automotive lubricant manufacturers worldwide. Find out which countries are leading the charge toward electric vehicle adoption, and what surprising perks they're offering.

Smart technology has made it easier than ever to maintain indoor air purity. Find out which user-friendly features are expected to propel gains for consumer air treatment systems through 2021 and beyond.

Americans love takeout. But oftentimes that takeout means a whole lot of trash, from cartons to clamshells to utensils. Check out these three reasons why design and technology innovations in foodservice single-use products have made it worth giving those empty to-go containers a second glance.

Furnishing a home is no longer confined to what can fit under one roof. With outdoor living more popular than ever, consumers are increasingly looking for ways to fill their exterior spaces with interior luxuries. Find out which four products stand to benefit the most from this trend going forward.