11.   Swisher, which dominates the less profitable small-cigar market, faces stiff competition in the more lucrative and quickly growing premium cigar market, analysts said.

12.   The California premium wine market is much larger and is growing far faster than previously realized or reported, according to a new industry study.

13.   The Jever brand gave Brau und Brunnen a way to tap into the high-margin premium beer market.

14.   Grolsch concentrates on premium markets throughout the world and has two breweries in the Netherlands.

15.   Myers said the development of the premium beer market had been a factor behind New Zealand profit growth, and the same opportunity existed in Australia.

16.   Price was not released, but it is expected to compete with the Acura MDX and similar vehicles in the premium SUV market.

17.   Growth was driven by a strong performance in the premium drinks market, while a poor performance at Burger King chain of restaurants put a drag on profits.

18.   Walsh said there had been no significant change in trading conditions in the key premium drinks market despite tougher economic conditions, notably in Latin America.

19.   Myers said the development of the premium beer market had been a factor behind New Zealand profit growth and the same opportunity existed in Australia.