LibGuides: Business Information Systems: Industry Research

Domestic Analyst's Reports

You can find reliable industry reports in several of the library's databases. I'm listing these in my order of preference.

IBISWorld
In-depth domestic and global industry analyst reports. For each industry, covers performance, outlook, segmentation, competition, market share, key statistics, ratios, and more. Light bulb icon within a report covers SWOT and call preparation questions for that industry. Coverage dates: Current
ABI/INFORM Trade & Industry
News and analyst reports for industries, companies, products, executives, business trends, and other topics. Coverage dates: 1916 - present
S&P NetAdvantage
Business and investment information: mutual fund/ETF reports, bond reports, company profiles, dividend records, earnings guide, stock reports, industry surveys, and more. Coverage dates: 1996 - present
Business Source Complete
Search by six digit NAICS code. Or search by keyword and limit to "industry profiles" under "Source Types" on left side of page

Industry reports with an international focus!

ISI Emerging Markets Information Service
Company analysis, industry analysis, macroeconomic information, financial information, and news for emerging markets in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East. Coverage dates: Current
Passport Global Market Information Database (GMID)
International market research reports on consumer products and industries. Includes economic indicators, demographic data, foreign trade statistics, and more. Coverage dates: Current
IBISWorld
In-depth domestic and global industry analyst reports. For each industry, covers performance, outlook, segmentation, competition, market share, key statistics, ratios, and more. Light bulb icon within a report covers SWOT and call preparation questions for that industry. Coverage dates: Current
S&P NetAdvantage
Business and investment information: mutual fund/ETF reports, bond reports, company profiles, dividend records, earnings guide, stock reports, industry surveys, and more. Coverage dates: 1996 - present
Business Source Complete
Articles on all business topics. In addition, includes company profiles, industry analysis, market research reports, country reports, and SWOT analyses. Contains Harvard Business Review. Coverage dates: 1886 - present

Country Commercial Guides
Find out by country what business opportunities are hot for that region. Use the links on the left side of the page to navigate.
International Trade Administration
Finding out the export opportunities by country may help you determine where to expand your business. Use the Research Center tab at the top of the page.