Research Guides: Merchandising: Industry Information

Books

Standard and Poor's Industry Surveys
Ref Business: HC 106.6 S74

Encyclopedia of American Industries
Ref Business: HC 102 E53

Encyclopedia of Emerging Industries
Ref Business: HC 102 E54

Manufacturing & Distribution USA
Ref Business: HD 9721 M364

Handbook of North American Industry
Ref Business: HF 1746 H36

Industry Studies
Ref HC 106.8 I53 2002

U.S. Industry and Trade Outlook
Ref Business: HC 101 U54 2000

U.S. Industry Profiles
Ref Business: HD 30.27 U7 1998

North American Industry Classification System
Ref Desk HF 1042 A55 N67

Standard Industrial Classification Manual

Databases

IBISWorld This link opens in a new window
A collection of industry market reports and data searchable by keyword, industry sector, and report listings. Subscription includes US Industry Reports (NAICS), China Industry Reports (excluding Archives), and Global Industry Reports.
MarketLine Advantage This link opens in a new window
A resource for reporting and analysis of companies, industries and business conditions in various countries. Includes industry and company profiles, case studies, company news, financial deals, forecasts, and analyst commentary. SWOT analysis and Porter’s Five Forces models are available for some companies.
Standard & Poor’s NetAdvantage This link opens in a new window
Supports Big Data and Analytics Research Cluster. Provides business and investment information, offering on-line access to Standard & Poor’s independent research, data and commentary on stocks, bonds, funds, and industries. Content includes: detailed stock reports, company profiles, bond reports, corporation records, mutual fund reports, security dealers’ directory and industry surveys.