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Sources for Marketing Research
Information for market research is gathered through both primary and secondary research. Primary data is research that you conduct yourself. Secondary data is based on the research done by others. When looking for secondary market research consult the following sources:
- Industry profiles and market research reports
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- Press releases from the main companies and 10-K/Annual reports (if the company is public)
News sources on markets, brands, & industries
- ABI/INFORM This link opens in a new window
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Covers all aspects of business, economic conditions, corporations, management, trends, accounting, and finance. This link to ABI/INFORM includes ABI/INFORM Global, ABI/INFORM Trade and Industry, and ABI/INFORM - Business Source Elite This link opens in a new windowScholarly articles, financial data, SWOT analyses, market research reports, industry reports, company profiles, case studies, and numerous other sources of information in all areas of business.
- Mintel Academic Access (Market Research) This link opens in a new windowHundreds of in-depth micro-level market research reports on dozens of market niches in 14 major consumer areas. Each report has market data, company/brand data, consumer demographics, trending and forecasting information.
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How to use Mintel - NexisUni This link opens in a new windowFinancial information, SEC filings and reports, industry & marketing news.
