Country Information (Library Databases Suggested)
Remember: Off-site use of library resources requires log-in with your CSUSM credentials.
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ABI/INFORM CompleteUse the advanced search option, here you will find ABI/Inform's country report filter. The example below shows a search on Ireland with the country report filter applied.
In advanced search for the database you can enter a search term and select country report.
Below is an image of an example of a type of a report for a country
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Business Source PremierBSP (Business Source Premier) provides options for identifying Country reports. See images below for sample navigation.
Interface for BSP showing Country Reports are available
Image below shows the two tabs used to locate country reports
Example below is a result for a 75 page country report for Ireland
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Mergent Market Atlas (Trial)Mergent Market Atlas provides DnB Country Risk Profile and also DnB Country RiskLine Report
GlobalEDGE (Michigan University Website)
Resource provides a range or criterion that can be used when evaluating a country for exported products.
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globalEDGEExcellent place to start to see criterion to evaluate counties. View by country, trade bloc, economic classification, etc. Co-locates information from multiple sources such as the IMF, World Bank, and other indicators. globalEDGE is created by the International Business Center and the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.
Country Commercial Guides from Export.gov (Exporter Tools)
Country Commercial Guides - Link to tools used by exporters.
Select from over 120 countries. Pick a guide based on region. From there dive into the reports to learn:
- How to do business in the country
- Political & Economic Environment
- Selling US Products & Services
- Customs regulations & Standards
- Investment climate statement
- Trade & Project financing
- Business travel
Example - United Arab Emirates Challenge Question: What are the limitations on Selling U.S. Product and Services in the UAE?