JAPAN: Monster sees success, but faces stiff competition - analyst
By James Wilmore | 30 January 2013
Monster's entry into the Japanese market has seen initial success, but competition in the country's energy drinks sector remains "fierce", according to an analyst.
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Monster's entry into the Japanese market has seen initial success, but competition in the country's energy drinks sector remains "fierce", according to an analyst.

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