Industry research database providing comprehensive industry reports for NAICS and specialized industries, including performance metrics, product and market trends, statistics, and detailed information for competitive and external environment analysis.
This industry research database contains reports on industries in the China, Global, and U.S. markets. The U.S. content is further subdivided into: Industry Reports classified by North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), Specialized Industry Reports for industries not adequately covered by NAICS, US Industry State Reports, US State Economic Profiles, US Industry iExpert Summaries, US Specialized Industry iExpert Summaries, US Business Environment Profiles, and US Business Environment State Profiles. Global industry reports are strong in the manufacturing sector. Each report contains an “at a glance” overview (including SWOT analysis), performance data, outlook data, products & markets analysis, competitive landscape analysis, lists of major companies, operating conditions, and key statistics. Statistics include financial ratios and industry averages from the Risk Management Association.
Access full-text content from scholarly journals, trade publications, company profiles, industry reports, and magazines across business disciplines.
Access full-text articles from thousands of scholarly business journals, magazines, and trade journals from the fields of marketing, management, accounting, finance, and economics. Plus company and industry profiles, SWOT analyses, country economic reports, financial data, and investment reports. This database includes rigorous curation and indexing of open access (OA) journals. Full-text non-journal content includes company profiles, informational records, case studies, industry reports, business executive interviews, working papers, and over 75,000 videos from the Associated Press.
This page lists databases and reputable news sources for finding industry information. The section below includes UD's subscription resources and recommended sites on the open internet where you can locate:
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Preparing for Your Search
Identify and clearly define the industry of interest. Many industries are made up of a blend of small and large companies, and some large companies operate in multiple industries. Begin by brainstorming keywords - and think about related terms. Databases may use different terms for the same or similar industry.
Look up industry designation codes. Many business databases can be searched by NAICS (rhymes with 'snakes') or SIC code. Searching with these codes can help narrow in on sources about a particular industry. To identify a NAICS code, search for an industry or company in one of these sources:
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is the standard used by Federal agencies in Canada, Mexico and the United States to classify businesses based on their type of economic activity. The system uses a hierarchical coding structure which becomes more specific with each additional digit.
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NAICS codes are particularly useful for conducting business research, and several library resources can be searched by the code.
Industry profiles contain overviews and analysis of a category of business. Some industry profiles will be very broad and some may be more specific. For best results, search with an industry classification code (NAICS or SIC) or industry keywords rather than a company's name.
Access full-text content from scholarly journals, trade publications, company profiles, industry reports, and magazines across business disciplines.
Access full-text articles from thousands of scholarly business journals, magazines, and trade journals from the fields of marketing, management, accounting, finance, and economics. Plus company and industry profiles, SWOT analyses, country economic reports, financial data, and investment reports. This database includes rigorous curation and indexing of open access (OA) journals. Full-text non-journal content includes company profiles, informational records, case studies, industry reports, business executive interviews, working papers, and over 75,000 videos from the Associated Press.
Access scholarly articles, journals, and resources on entrepreneurship, innovation, and small business management, supporting research and education in the field.
This collection of full-text resources for entrepreneurship and small business research provides access to peer-reviewed journals and magazines, reference books, company profiles, and videos with transcripts. Subjects include business planning, communications, innovations, management, marketing, organizational behavior, product development, raising capital, and risk taking. The Faculty Seminar Series features the work and research of prominent professors and experts from Harvard Business School. Topics include the cast method, communications, ethics, finance and accounting, global business, innovation and entrepreneurship, sales and marketing, strategy and more.
Industry research database providing comprehensive industry reports for NAICS and specialized industries, including performance metrics, product and market trends, statistics, and detailed information for competitive and external environment analysis.
This industry research database contains reports on industries in the China, Global, and U.S. markets. The U.S. content is further subdivided into: Industry Reports classified by North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), Specialized Industry Reports for industries not adequately covered by NAICS, US Industry State Reports, US State Economic Profiles, US Industry iExpert Summaries, US Specialized Industry iExpert Summaries, US Business Environment Profiles, and US Business Environment State Profiles. Global industry reports are strong in the manufacturing sector. Each report contains an “at a glance” overview (including SWOT analysis), performance data, outlook data, products & markets analysis, competitive landscape analysis, lists of major companies, operating conditions, and key statistics. Statistics include financial ratios and industry averages from the Risk Management Association.
A database offering comprehensive profiles for publicly traded companies, including financial data and analyst reports for investment and business analysis.
This database contains corporate information on over 25,000 U.S. public companies, over 35,000 foreign public companies, and over 34,000 private companies. Information available for each public company includes: A complete corporate history; Lists of subsidiaries, property holdings, and key personnel; Up to 25 years of annual and quarterly financial data; Up to 10 years of scanned, full-image annual reports, including SEC filings; Extensive information about the corporation's current long term debt; Links to recent news reports; Reports on insider and institutional owners; current and historical (past 15 years) firm descriptions, statistics, financial information and ratios, annual reports, mergers, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, long-term debt, capital stock, and insider trading. A variety of search options are available, including company name, ticker symbol, executive's name, auditor, country code, NAICS or SIC industry code, and selected financial characteristics and ratios.
Market reports providing insights & analysis on consumer behavior, market trends, product innovations, & industry opportunities, offering data to support academic research & business strategies.
Search reports, industry trends, expert insights, and national & international news to analyze market drivers, sizes & trends, market segmentation, and consumer attitudes & purchasing habits for the United States and European marketplaces. Filter searches by global regions, trend drivers (experiences, identity, rights, etc.), demographics (ex. age range / generation, marital status), or category (health & nutrition, retail & apparel, travel, leisure & entertainment, and more). Each report combines data and analysis of the competitive landscape, supply chain, market-share size and trends, and consumer profiles.
This resource offers extensive market research and analytics focused on the sports industry, including market and industry research, data on participation, fan demographics, and consumer behavior.
Sports Business Research Network (SBRnet) and the Sports Market Analytics (SMA) Platform provide a comprehensive online database of U.S. market research of sports business offers original proprietary reports and aggregates news and data from trade publications and industry sources. Covers sports fans, participants, venues, sponsorships, sporting goods, and more. It provides reports by individual sport, reports by fan market, reports by sports venue, and summary statistics across multiple sports. Users can readily access data for an individual sport or make sport-by-sport comparisons. The site also includes a list of recommended books on sports; external links to top sites for player, team, and game data; directories of sports executives; and links to the podcast series "My First Job in Sports."
A professional company and financial research platform offering in-depth company profiles, industry reports, analysis tools, and data on stocks, industries, and economic indicators to support investment and business decisions.
Updated daily. Provides a comprehensive, professional source of investment information and analysis on industries and companies. Full text coverage includes stock, bond, and mutual fund guides and reports; earnings and dividends reports; comprehensive company information; industry surveys for 52 major U.S. industries; and directories of companies, executives and security dealers
An extensive statistics platform providing data, reports, and charts, using data from market reports, government data services, and trade & research organizations, offering data-driven insights across industries, markets, and consumer trends.
At statista.com, access statistical data for more than 170 industries from over 80,000 topics in areas such as business, education, finance, media, politics, society, and technology. Statista gathers data from over 20,000 sources, including market reports, trade publications, scientific journals, and government databases, and the reports, charts, infographics, and statistics can be viewed online or downloaded.
Compare a company's financial ratios with the industry ratios and/or company ratios available in these databases. More sources of financial information and data are available on the Financial Information page.
A database providing industry financial reports, market research, and benchmarking data for analyzing business and industry market trends.
Quickly search startup and small business statistics, such as annual sales and market share, failure rates, and entrepreneurial activity rates. Reports are available for states and local areas as well as the national level. Data includes access to 9000+ markets and more than 10 million companies.
Industry research database providing comprehensive industry reports for NAICS and specialized industries, including performance metrics, product and market trends, statistics, and detailed information for competitive and external environment analysis.
This industry research database contains reports on industries in the China, Global, and U.S. markets. The U.S. content is further subdivided into: Industry Reports classified by North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), Specialized Industry Reports for industries not adequately covered by NAICS, US Industry State Reports, US State Economic Profiles, US Industry iExpert Summaries, US Specialized Industry iExpert Summaries, US Business Environment Profiles, and US Business Environment State Profiles. Global industry reports are strong in the manufacturing sector. Each report contains an “at a glance” overview (including SWOT analysis), performance data, outlook data, products & markets analysis, competitive landscape analysis, lists of major companies, operating conditions, and key statistics. Statistics include financial ratios and industry averages from the Risk Management Association.
A professional company and financial research platform offering in-depth company profiles, industry reports, analysis tools, and data on stocks, industries, and economic indicators to support investment and business decisions.
Updated daily. Provides a comprehensive, professional source of investment information and analysis on industries and companies. Full text coverage includes stock, bond, and mutual fund guides and reports; earnings and dividends reports; comprehensive company information; industry surveys for 52 major U.S. industries; and directories of companies, executives and security dealers
News and scholarly articles can provide additional details on industry data or financial situations that you discover elsewhere. Set up news alerts for the industry you are researching to stay aware of new developments that might impact your research.
A database offering global news content, including newspapers, broadcasts, and online sources, enabling users to explore diverse perspectives and historical archives.
Research diverse perspectives, topics, and trends in this collection of current news sources, including North American and international newspapers, wire services, and broadcast news transcripts. It covers local, regional, and world issues, politics, government policies, sports, industries, cultural activities, schools, and people and events in local communities. Search curricular areas such as Political Science, English, Sociology, Humanities, Business, and International Studies, or more specific subjects such as African American Studies, Communication, Journalism, and Media Studies, Criminal Justice, Planning, Public Policy, and Public Administration, Social Work, and Sociology.
A digital archive providing access to past issues of Bloomberg Businessweek, featuring articles on business, finance, technology, and global economic trends.
This article database is a complete digital version of the Businessweek backfile, providing finance coverage from 1929 to 2010. In addition to economics, labor, marketing, technology, and wealth management, BusinessWeek has covered political issues that have impacted business throughout the 20th century and the start of the 21st century.
A database offering access to full-text articles, reports, and publications in business and economics, supporting research in management, finance, and industry trends.
Business Abstracts with Full Text is a comprehensive online database that provides indexing and full-text articles covering all areas of business. It offers access to a wide range of scholarly business journals, including peer-reviewed publications, focusing on topics such as management, economics, finance, accounting, and international business. The database includes over 600,000 corporate names, making it a valuable resource for company research. Users can access current and historical business information, with coverage dating back to 1886 for some publications. The database features a variety of content types, including academic journals, trade publications, magazines, and reports. It also provides access to investment research reports, industry analyses, market research reports, company profiles, and SWOT analyses. Business Abstracts with Full Text serves as an essential tool for business students, researchers, and professionals seeking in-depth information and analysis across various business disciplines.
Access full-text content from scholarly journals, trade publications, company profiles, industry reports, and magazines across business disciplines.
Access full-text articles from thousands of scholarly business journals, magazines, and trade journals from the fields of marketing, management, accounting, finance, and economics. Plus company and industry profiles, SWOT analyses, country economic reports, financial data, and investment reports. This database includes rigorous curation and indexing of open access (OA) journals. Full-text non-journal content includes company profiles, informational records, case studies, industry reports, business executive interviews, working papers, and over 75,000 videos from the Associated Press.
A digital archive providing access to articles and content from the Dayton Daily News since 1990, covering local news, events, and issues in Ohio for historical research and reference.
This collection provides access to the daily newspaper going back to 1990.
Access scholarly articles, journals, and resources on entrepreneurship, innovation, and small business management, supporting research and education in the field.
This collection of full-text resources for entrepreneurship and small business research provides access to peer-reviewed journals and magazines, reference books, company profiles, and videos with transcripts. Subjects include business planning, communications, innovations, management, marketing, organizational behavior, product development, raising capital, and risk taking. The Faculty Seminar Series features the work and research of prominent professors and experts from Harvard Business School. Topics include the cast method, communications, ethics, finance and accounting, global business, innovation and entrepreneurship, sales and marketing, strategy and more.
Digital access to the renowned newspaper, featuring articles, multimedia content, and archives on news, opinion, and culture from around the world.
Current access to the digital edition of the New York Times, including US and international news, politics, sports, business and economy, health, education, science and technology, opinions, and newsletters. Explore the arts section, including book reviews, pop culture, theater, movies, and television. Listen to podcasts and narrated articles covering news, tech, culture, and more. Browse cooking recipes, advice and inspiration for everyday cooking and special occasions.
A digital archive providing access to local newspapers from Ohio, featuring news articles, community events, and historical content for research and reference.
This collection provides access to 240+ newspapers from across the state of Ohio. Content includes blogs, college/university newspapers, journals, magazines, newspapers, newswires, videos, and transcripts from ABC-9 WCPO (Cincinnati), CBS-12 WKRC (Cincinnati), FOX-19 WXIX (Cincinnati), and NBC-5 WLWT (Cincinnati). Holdings vary from title to title.
Access business news and publications from regional sources across the U.S., covering local economic developments, industry trends, and company news.
Formerly known as Business News Wire, this article database provides comprehensive, full-text for metropolitan and rural area business publications in the United States and Canada. Users can search newspapers, magazines, trade publications, newswires, and television and radio transcripts from trusted news sources.
Business-focused, international daily newspaper based in New York City.
This business-focused, international daily newspaper based in New York City publishes news, information, commentary, and analysis. It includes coverage of U.S. and world news, politics, economy, technology, markets & finance, opinion, arts, lifestyle, real estate, personal finance, health, style, and sports. Requires individual login and password set up. Access for UD faculty, staff, and students only. Access to the Wall Street Journal via WSJ.com includes access to video and audio content including all WSJ podcasts.
While care needs to be taken when using resources on the open web, there are several sources of industry information that can be useful in industry research.