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This 2008 U.S. Jewelry Stores Industry Report Contains Timely and Accurate Industry Statistics, Forecasts and Demographics

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-September 5, 2008 - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/101265/2008_u_s_jewelry) has announced the addition of the "2008 U.S. Jewelry Stores Industry Report" report to their offering.

The U.S. Jewelry Stores Industry report contains timely and accurate industry statistics, forecasts and demographics. The report features 2008 current and 2009 forecast estimates on the size of the industry (sales, establishments, employment) nationally and for all 50 U.S. States and over 900 metro areas.

The report also includes industry definition, 5-year historical trends on industry sales, establishments and employment, a breakdown of establishments, sales and employment by employee size of establishment (9 categories), and estimates on up to 10 sub-industries, including selling rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, silverware, watches and clocks.

Managers, planners, and market researchers use this information for a variety of activities:

- Sizing markets and segments – You can estimate the size of the regional markets you sell in and your company’s market penetration into that market. You can do the same with the market segments in which you participate.

- Sales territory potential – You can estimate your market penetration and also the market potential in any regional area or market segment.

- Sales forecasting – With the estimates on the size of the industry, market researchers supporting a sales force can then estimate and forecast the future size of the industry.

- Advertising strategies – You can use this information for forecasting and estimating sales potential and target advertising campaigns.

- Competitive analysis – You will use the information to locate your possible competitors (if it is not already known), to estimate their size, growth and strengths and weaknesses and to see what market segments in which they participate.

We recognize that many managers today are asked to provide detailed analysis of their markets, sales territories, distribution channels, and product placements. We have organized these reports in a logical format making your market analysis and research tasks easy to accomplish.

Executive Summary:

Industry Definition and Related Industries

NAICS 44831 Jewelry Stores

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing one or more of the following items: (1) new jewelry (except costume jewelry); (2) new sterling and plated silverware; and (3) new watches and clocks. Also included are establishments retailing these new products in combination with lapidary work and/or repair services.

Related Industries

- Women's Clothing Stores

- Department Stores

- Warehouse Clubs & Supercenters

U.S. Census Categories

- NAICS 44831 Jewelry Stores is 100% comparable to SIC 5944 Jewelry Stores

Sub-Industries

- Jewelry stores

- Clock and watch stores

- Clocks

- Watches

- Jewelry, precious stones and precious metals