2012-09-16 07:54:25 - Recently published research from IBISWorld, "Couriers & Local Delivery Services in the US", is now available at Fast Market Research

Delivering the goods: Growth is coming, but operators must adapt to substitutes

Couriers & Local Delivery Services in the US

In the five years to 2012, IBISWorld expects revenue for the Couriers and Local Delivery Services industry to fall, largely as a result of the recession. Downstream demand from manufacturers, retailers and households largely influences the need for industry services. At the same time, changes in fuel prices, globalization trends and competition from substitutions, namely advancements in telecommunication services, also influence industry performance. Over the next five years, the economy will continue to pick up and industry revenue growth will be mild.

This report is a combination of two separate industries, Couriers (NAICS 49211) and Local Messengers and Delivery Services (NAICS 49221). Couriers

are establishments that primarily engage in delivery services between urban centers using a network of air and surface transportation systems. In contrast, local messengers only provide delivery services within a single urban area and are excluded from courier networks.


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This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.

Companies Mentioned in this Report: United Parcel Service Inc., FedEx Corporation

Report Table of Contents:

Industry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources

INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE

INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle

PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization

MAJOR COMPANIES

OPERATING CONDITIONS
Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance

KEY STATISTICS
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios

JARGON & GLOSSARY

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