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GLBL 270: Introduction to Global Business Institutions and Society: Global Industry Analysis

A guide to the gateway course for a Minor in Global Markets and Society

Database How-To from the BIS

Emerging Markets Information Service

To find information: first select a country or multiple countries; then click on company analysis, industry analysis, or country analysis tab; and type the name within search box.

IBISWorld

For industry information, the simplest way to use IBISWorld is to enter an industry name or NAICS code in the search box and click the magnifying glass just to the right of it.

Market Share Reporter

Market Share Reporter

Presents comparative business statistics.  Each entry features data and market description, a list of producers or products along with their respective market share, and cites original sources.

Note that the link in the online catalog will direct you to the Gale Directory Library. To search Market Share Reporter, you will need to click "Market Share Reporter" in the Select Directories box in the center of the screen.

Passport

To locate statistics, look under Search (in the upper left corner of the Home/Welcome page). You can generate tables of statistics on Consumer, Industrial, and Service Markets by clicking on the appropriate link. The next step requires you to select among several countries. You can also use the toolbar at the top of the page to explore by Industries, Countries, and Consumers. If you need a table about Food Shopping Habits in Croatia, this is the resource for you.

For example, to search for industry statistics, go to 'Search Statistics' section; select 'industries'; choose a industry you are interested in; click go .