Your business librarian has selected the databases linked on this page as best bets for your research. Students get FREE access to these databases through the CSULB Library.
Research Tip: When researching an industry, be aware that there may be different terminology for the same sector. For example, if you're investigating the washing machine industry, you might also find relevant information under terms like 'home appliances,' 'household appliances,' 'consumer appliances,' 'domestic appliances,' 'major appliances,' 'hard goods,' or 'durable goods'.
Reports that provide an aggregate of a variety of data, mainly statistics. Search for data by industry, political issue, consumerism, companies or countries. The data reports provide sourcing information.
Note: When viewing a chart in Statista, be sure to check the Source link for more information about the data set. The source link will often provide you with insight on additional associations or publications that are focused on your research interest, providing an efficient way to identify next steps for your research.
A summary of statistics on the United States social, political, and economy. Majority of the data is over time. The data tables provide source information for further research.
Summary company records and EDGAR files for over 11,000 U.S. public corporations and 17,000 non-US public companies.
Information and advice on approximately 1700 stocks, more than 90 industries, the stock market, and the economy. Provides year-ahead to three- to five-year probable relative price performance, projections of key financial measures, and commentary on current operations and future prospects. Last 5 years worth of stock information.
Allows up to 3 simultaneous users.
The Porter's Five Forces model is a standard business tool used to analyze industries. The five forces are threat of new entrants, bargaining power of suppliers, bargaining power of buyers, threat of substitute products or services, and rivalry among existing competitors.
