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HSBC in talks to sell its retail and wealth units in Mauritius

HSBC has been in talks concerning a possible sale of its retail banking and wealth management business in Mauritius. However, the lender said that it will remain in the country through its investment banking and commercial units. Discussions are still ongoing, and no definitive plan has been confirmed. Such a divestment would highlight HSBC's commitment to "right sizing" its global presence.

Published By Datamonitor
03 Apr 2012
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Goodyear: shedding high-cost ops to negate rising costs

Goodyear has announced that it is to close a British tire facility and a Polish bicycle tire plant as it looks to China and possibly Germany to expand operations at a lower cost. While the moves will result in charges amounting to a possible $200 million, the continual divestment of non-core assets should ultimately serve to increase the company's competitiveness in the face of rising costs.

Published By Datamonitor
11 Apr 2006
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Going east represents a sound strategy for Europe's utilities

Two recent developments show how western energy utilities are increasingly turning their attention to the opportunities in central and eastern Europe. While shorter term market dynamics mean that these markets often remain challenging environments to operate in, their longer term development potential mean that gaining early mover advantage in central and eastern Europe is a judicious move.

Published By Datamonitor
15 Mar 2006
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Gaz de France: plotting an astute Polish venture

Reiterating its offer to help Poland open a LNG reception terminal, Gaz de France (GDF) is shrewdly attempting to consolidate and expand its influence in one its target markets. With Poland galvanized into diversifying supply in the aftermath of the Russia-Ukraine gas delivery dispute, both parties should anticipate a positive outcome.

Published By Datamonitor
13 Jan 2006
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First switch could prove turning point for Polish gas market

The switching away from monopoly gas incumbent POGC marks an important step in the competitive development of Poland's gas industry. However, as Datamonitor's Andrew Hill explains, considerable progress remains to be made before the market begins the process of becoming truly competitive.

Published By Datamonitor
07 Apr 2006
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ExxonMobil: Polish exit should prove wise move

ExxonMobil [XOM] is currently considering exiting the Polish fuel retail market, according to a Dow Jones report. If confirmed, the move will hardly be seen as a shock: it is not a major player in Polish fuel retail. Polish forecourt operators increasingly need to invest in their sites - if ExxonMobil is not committed to doing this, moving out looks the right option.

Published By Datamonitor
16 Feb 2005
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Every drop helps on Europe's forecourts

In mature western European markets where fuel demand growth is stable and traditional suppliers are cutting their networks, supermarkets are driving efficiency gains. At either end of the scale, Spain and Italy contrast as excellent examples of efficient fuel retailing, the former being the most proficient vendor of fuel in Europe.

Published By Datamonitor
13 Mar 2006
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Europe's fuel card players eye eastward expansion

The fuel card market in Poland possesses the greatest untapped potential for business growth in Europe. Poland is currently the third-least penetrated European market, with commercial fuel card sales accounting for only a tenth of total filling station volumes. A focus on customer service and a strong advertising campaign are key to unlocking Poland's potential.

Published By Datamonitor
30 Jun 2006
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EU food standards: the Polish question

On May 1, ten new states will become members of the European Union, and Poland is the largest. If Poland's large agricultural sector is to have access to the whole EU market, its food producers have to upgrade their facilities and practices to conform to the EU's stringent food hygiene standards. Recent food scares mean that consumers are more demanding than ever for food safety assurances.

Published By Datamonitor
08 Mar 2004
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EU ETS turns sour for Poland and other neighboring Eastern European countries

Phase I of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme saw some of the heaviest polluting countries - such as Poland - reap windfall profits following the over-allocation of free carbon credits. In Phases II and III, however, Poland and its smaller central and Eastern European neighbors face the reverse situation, having been disproportionately targeted by Brussels.

Published By Datamonitor
11 Sep 2008

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