Answered By: Cynthia Churchwell
Last Updated: Jan 26, 2024     Views: 441

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HBS Alumni eBaker tips: Finding Company News & Industry Research

How can alumni search for company or industry news and research?


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ABI/ProQuest is a best-in-class source for company and industry news, including industry research reports.

Company news:

1. Click “Advanced Search” in the page header.

2. Enter company name in the search box; then select “Company/organization” in the drop-down menu to the right of the search box.

3. Enter a date range, if desired, in the “Publication date” drop-down menu.

4. Click “Search.” On the results page, you can filter results by publication, document type, etc. if needed.

Industry Reports:

ABI provides in depth research reports from BMI Research, First Research, The Economist Intelligence Unit, and others covering hundreds of markets and countries.

1. Click “Browse” in the page header.

2. Select publisher, e.g. BMI, First Research, etc.

3. Browse reports by industry/subject and/or geography, depending on publisher.

Value Line provides information and advice on stocks, industries, mutual funds, options, and convertibles.

  • Enter a company name or ticker to access a company profile that includes data such as business description, financial information, rating, sales data, filings, and industry information. 

Morningstar Investment Research Center provides financial information on stocks, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds. Also includes access to Morningstar analyst research on over 3,000 securities.

  • Enter a company name or ticker to access a company profile that includes, key stats, financials, valuation, ownership, and executives.

GlobalData Disruptor covers technology focused innovations, trends, and consumer insights. Areas of focus include artificial intelligence, blockchain, connected devices and IoT, digital business, robotics and drones, and security tech.

  • For industry information click on sectors.
  • For trends and insight click on analysis. There are many frameworks for analysis here such as Insights & Trends, Consumer Insights, Thematic Analysis, Case Studies, Models & Forecasts.
  • For company information, search by company name and ticker to access a company profile that includes, company profile (business description, Key Employees, History) Peers, SWOT analysis.

 

For more information on alumni resources, including video tutorials, please refer to our 'Baker Library Resources for Alumni' learning module.