The global outlook series on Distribution Channel Research provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. Get a bird’s eye view of the structure and the changing trends in the Distribution Channel System. Get concise primers on major distribution channel markets i.e., Agricultural Sector, Retail Banking, Insurance Sector, and Mutual Funds. Understand the fundamentals, and the truth behind the multi-channeling trends in the developed markets, and learn the simple math underlying the correlation between effective product penetration, and distribution channel structure, among others. The research paper highlights recent mergers, acquisitions, and other noteworthy corporate developments. The retailing/distribution landscape in the US is quantitatively analyzed, and annotated with 41 market data rich tables that portray the prevalent retail practices and distribution infrastructure scenario in select industries such as Cosmetics (Fragrances, Hair Care, Health & Beauty Aids), Consumer Appliances, Home Furnishing, and Prescription Drugs, among others. Other pithily discussed and numerically illustrated regional markets include France, Italy, UK, China, and India. Also included is an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 3,447 companies worldwide.