Key International Trade Resources
International business information is widely available from both government and private sources. The resources listed below will provide a quick start for research in this area. Use the tabs above for additional information in specific categories or browse the full list of business databases.
- Global EdgeOne of the best web gateways to international business information. From Michigan State University, it includes links to news reports, country background, trade resources, culture, etc.
- IHS Markit ConnectExcellent resource for business and economic risk analysis for foreign nations. Also includes coverage of current events and analysis of economic, political, legal, tax, security, and operational conditions.
- The Journal of Commerce Reports (JOC) ReportsJOC Group Inc., owned by IHS Inc., is a provider of global intelligence for trade, transportation and logistics professionals. Its brands include The Journal of Commerce, PIERS: The Port Import/Export Reporting Service and a number of directory databases covering the international trade, railroad and trucking markets. The company also produces about 11 conferences and exhibitions serving international trade and maritime markets.
- World FactbookFrom the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency, brief overviews of the nations of the world, summarizing their demographic, political, economic, and social status. A quick way to get very brief country data.
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