Industry Codes
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes are available through both the Census Bureau's site and the NAICS Association page.
Industry Profiles/Reports
- MintelIndustry coverage focuses on consumer products.
- IBISWorld
A database of industry information. IBISWorld employs a team of dedicated expert analysts to research economic, demographic and government data, providing insight into Americas 700+ industries. Additional modules cover China Industry, Global Industry, and U.S. Specialized Industry.
- S & P NetAdvantageThis S & P financial and investment database provides highly regarded, detailed Industry Reports for 50 major industries. Each report consists of the following sections: Industry Overview, Industry Trends, How the Industry Operates, Key Industry Ratios and Statistics, How to Analyze a Company in This Industry, Sector Overview, ETF Market Flows, Glossary, Industry References, and Comparative Company Analysis.
- MarketLine AdvantageCompany, industry and country information for US and global business. Includes in-depth analyst reports and statistics.
- Business Source CompleteSearch for industry information within business journals, magazines, and trade publications. Tip: Add the term industry profile to your search to locate MarketLine international industry reports
- Nexis Uni This link opens in a new windowThe database formerly named LexisNexis Academic is now called Nexis Uni! Contains full-text newspapers, business information, and legal publications, including current news, company profiles, industry information, and federal and state laws and legislation. This is a great option for full text of some web published Atlantic Articles
- Plunkett Research Online*Access available through Toledo Public Library. You can apply for a digital public library card online to access the database*
Offers information on industry trends and comparative analysis between related companies.
Locating Industry Reports in S & P Capital IQ (NetAdvantage)
Industry Statistics
In addition to the resources listed to the left for Industry Overviews, industry statistics can also be found in these sources.
- StatistaStatista is an online statistics portal providing access to data from market and opinion research institutions, as well as from business organizations and government institutions.
- MarketLine AdvantageCompany, industry and country information for US and global business. Includes in-depth analyst reports and statistics.
- MintelResearch reports covering US and International marketplaces.
- SBRnetMarket research and industry news covering all aspects of the sports business industry.
- U.S. Census Bureau Economic StatisticsThis Census Bureau page provides links to both Economic Census information and Economic Indicators for selected industry sectors.
The Economic Census contains statistical profiles of American businesses from the national to the local level. Comparative statistics, industry and series statistics and data, survey of business owners, business expenditures, and much more. - MarketWatch - IndustriesIndustry market statistics based on segments of the economy.