Dublin, Feb. 07, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Writing and Marking Instruments - Market Analysis, Trends, and Forecasts" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2016 through 2024. Also, a five-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Writing and Marking Instruments in US$ Thousand by the following Product Groups/Segments:

  • Pens/Markers (Ballpoint & Gel Pens, Roller Pens, Mechanical Pens, Fountain Pens, & Markers)
  • Pencils/Art Goods (Wood-cased Pencils, Mechanical Pencils, & Art Goods)

The report profiles 148 companies including many key and niche players such as:

  • Add Pens Private Ltd. (India)
  • A. T. Cross Company (USA)
  • Crayola LLC (USA)
  • Dollar Industries Pvt. Ltd. (Pakistan)
  • Faber-Castell (Germany)
  • Kokuyo Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • Mitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • Montblanc International GmbH (Germany)
  • Newell Brands (USA)
  • Pentel Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • Pilot Corporation (Japan)
  • Pilot Corporation of America (USA)
  • Sailor Pen Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • Societe BIC (France)
  • STAEDTLER Mars GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)
  • Tombow Pencil Co., Ltd (Japan)
  • Zebra Co., Ltd. (Japan)

Key Topics Covered:

1. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS 2. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW Writing & Marking Instruments - A Prelude Key Factors Influencing Demand & Their Level of Influence (On a Scale of 1-10) Seasonality is the Norm, Rather than an Exception Improving Economy Buoys General Market Optimism Years 2016 and 2017 in Retrospect Global Economic Outlook Outlook 3. MARKET TRENDS, ISSUES, AND GROWTH DRIVERS Developed Markets - Traditional Revenue Contributors Developing Countries to Remain Hotspots for Growth Educational/Academic Segment Present Huge Opportunity for Writing & Marking Instruments Rising Education Levels to Inject Demand Favorable Demographics Strengthen Education Sector Drive Growth in Writing & Marking Instruments Youth Bulge Augurs Well for Writing Instruments Market Writing & Marking Instruments Reach Toddlers Back-to-School' - A Busy Period for Suppliers New Office Starts & Corporate Expansions - Key to the Growth for Office Supplies The Home Office - An Emerging Market Pens Are Here to Stay! Personalization of Pens: The Emerging Trend Affordable Luxury is What Consumers Seek Pens in the Competitive List of Gifts Pens -Strong Growth as a Promotional Vehicle Popularity of Gel Pens Strengthens Pen Industry Making a Mark with Markers and Highlighters Pencils Market Continues to Battle On Mechanical Pencils Enhance User's Writing Experience Meeting the Challenges of a Digital World Children Struggle to Hold Pencils on Account of Significant Exposure to Technology Unique Features & Capabilities - Imperative for Success in a Highly Competitive Marketplace Growing Demand for Fashionable & Stylish Writing Instruments Aromatherapy in Writing Instruments! Ecofriendly Writing & Marking Instruments Set the Cash Registers Ringing Biodegradable Pens Gaining in Popularity - A Case in Point Innovation and Uniqueness of New Age Pens - What Sets Them Apart Multifunctional Pens to Suit Today's Evolving Needs Age of Digital Pens Select Digital Pen Introductions/Innovations Ergonomic Pens to Relieve Writer's Cramp Pencil Manufacturers Also Focus on Innovations Adaptive Writing Aids Analysis of Distribution Channels Supermarkets Drug Stores Office Supply Stores Office Superstores Warehouse Clubs Wholesalers Mail Order Independent Stationers Other Distribution Channels Contract Stationers Catalog Firms Discount Stores Discount Superstores Mass Merchandisers Mass Market Small and Medium Dealers Mail Box Global Trade Scenario Pens: China and Japan Lead Global Exports Pens (Writing), Mechanical Pencils, Parts 4. INNOVATIONS AND ADVANCEMENTS Impact of Technology on Writing Instruments Creative and Innovative - Latest Pen Designs Select Collection of Finest Pens Worldwide Top Luxury Pens of 2018 Best Refillable Pens Select Everyday Use Pens Popular Gel Pens Popular Fountain Pens Select Small Size Fountain Pens Outstanding Fountain Pens Best High-End Fountain Pens Affordable Fountain Pens Select Fountain Pens for Beginners Select Mechanical Pencils 5. PRODUCT OVERVIEW Writing and Marking Instruments: A Synopsis Evolution of Pens and Writing instruments Fine Writing Instruments Writing and Marking Instruments: Historical Timeline Classification Pens Ballpoint & Gel Pens Roller Pens Mechanical Pens Examples of Mechanical Pens Rapidograph Pens Multiliner Pens & Drawing Pens Fountain Pens Markers/Highlighters Porous Point Pens Pencils/Art Goods Wood-cased Pencils Mechanical Pencils Art Goods 6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Leading Players of Consumer Stationery Writing & Marking Instruments - A Fragmented Market The Costliest Pen and Pencil 6.1 Focus on Select Players 6.2 Product Launches/Introductions Elkos Launches Laxon Gel Pens Nespresso and Caran d'Ache Launches Caran d'Ache 849 Nespresso Recycled Coffee Capsules Pen Ancora1919 Launches Ethereum Pens A.T. Cross Company Announces the Cross TrackR Trackable Pens Kokuyo Camlin Introduces Three Innovative Products Montblanc Launches New Design to Bonheur Collection of Writing Instruments BIC Launches New Star Wars Stationery Products A.T. Cross Company Introduces New Sheaffer Pens A.T. Cross Company Partners with TrackR to Launch Trackable Pen Montblanc Launches Limited Edition Fountain Pens Teddy Shake Launches Gel Pen Set Pentel Announces Hybrid Dual Metallic Writing Instrument Kokuyo Camlin and KidZania Launches Writing and Colouring Kits Kokuyo Camlin Introduces Colour Pen Pencils Zebra Pen Launches DelGuard Mechanical Pencil Pentel Launch Orenz Mechanical Pencil Pilot Corporation Releases a New Flourescent Three-Color Ballpoint Pen Pilot Corporation Launches Limited Edition of Gel Ink Ballpoint Pen - Juice Scent CROSS Releases its New Range of Luxury Writing Instruments Pentel Co. Ltd Launches New Series of Enajeru Three-Color Multi-Function Ballpoint Pen Montblanc Releases Special Edition Pens Honoring Andry Warhol as a Part of its Great Characters Line of Writing Instruments 6.3 Recent Industry Activity Transom Capital Group Acquires A.T. Cross Company Kokuyo Camlin Partners with Cartoon Network Enterprises to Launch Speedy Pen Pencils Reynolds Join Forces with Flair to Expand in India Cimpress Acquires National Pen from Lincolnshire Management Anoto Group AB Acquires Pen Generation Inc. Bankers Pen Snaps Up Gotham Pen & Pencil 7. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE Pens/Markers Market Pens/Markers Market by Product Segment Pencils/Art Goods Market Pencils/Art Goods Market by Product Segment 8. REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE 9. COMPANY PROFILES Total Companies Profiled: 148 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 163)

  • The United States (25)
  • Japan (11)
  • Europe (76)
    • France (7)
    • Germany (23)
    • The United Kingdom (14)
    • Italy (13)
    • Spain (4)
    • Rest of Europe (15)
  • Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (50)
  • Middle East (1)

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