Multi-Country
CIA: World Factbook Updated
The World Factbook is produced annually by the Central Intelligence Agency for the use of US Government officials and the style, format, coverage, and content are designed to meet their specific requirements. The Guide to Country Profiles, which is located under the References tab of the home page, contains all vital information and statistics under the following headings: Introduction; Geography; People; Government; Economy; Communications; Transportation; Military; and Transnational Issues.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
globalEDGE Country Insights Updated
Current information on the business climate, news, history, political structure, economic landscape, and relevant statistical data are provided in a region and country-specific format, covering over 200 countries. A rich collection of country and region specific international business links adds to the vast collection of information.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
BBC News - Country Profiles Updated
Provided by the BBC News-UK edition, the Country profiles section features general information, history, and political and economic background including audio and video clips for each country according to region.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Updated
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) provides strategic insights and policy solutions to current and emerging global issues. Users can find analyses about regional affairs, international stability, and political risk. In addition, insights about longer-range consequences of current practices and policies (global aging, energy, among others) are available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Country Commercial Guides for U.S. Investors Updated
Country Commercial Guides are detailed business reports written for various countries by the U.S. Commercial Service. The reports include a comprehensive analysis about the business environment of the country as well as information for currently available opportunities for U.S. companies. To access the reports, select "Country Commercial Guide (CCG)" under the "Report Type" field, and select a country of interest from the "Country" field. The most current version, as well as several years of archives, is available for each country.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
CountryWatch.com Updated
CountryWatch provides users with up-to-date news; statistical data; comprehensive country backgrounds; country maps; and in-depth political, economic, investment, social, and environmental overviews. This information is available under a fee-based subscription, but the site does offer a free 3-day trial.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
DataMarket Updated
This site aggregates many data sources, such as the UN, Worldbank, and Eurostat, into one location. A search function allows the user to find information using keywords. Results listed come from a variety of sources and are illustrated by charts and graphs.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Deloitte International Tax and Business Guides Updated
Deloitte's International Tax and Business Guides focus on the investment climate, operating conditions, and tax system of most major trading countries. The guides are supplemented by country highlights, which provide a quick overview of the tax landscape of more than 130 countries. The guides and highlights are available in PDF format.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Department for International Development: Country Profiles Updated
This Department for International Development (DFID), an organization of the United Kingdom government, provides profiles for countries that are receiving funding from the Department. The reports give a brief summary of the progress made by less developed countries in areas such as economic and political situations. In addition to country profiles, there is a News section that discusses the latest news stories, speeches and articles, and provides other valuable information.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Eldis: Regional and Country Profiles Updated
Eldis provides information on world development issues. The Country Profiles section of Eldis features news, statistics, organizations and sector information by country and region. Other information also available from the Eldis include resource guides, recent news and events, and links to key development websites.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Embassies & Consulates Abroad Updated
This site provides a search engine to find embassies and consulates in many countries around the world. Addresses and contact information are included.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Emerging Markets Online Updated
Emerging Markets Online is a market research service specializing in the energy and utilities sectors of the developing world. A catalog of expert industry databases, market research studies, industry newsletters and daily headline news services as well as consulting services are provided. Only basic headlines and sample reports are available for free. All other services and reports are offered for a fee-based subscription.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Energy Information Administration: Country Analysis Briefs Updated
Provided by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the Country Analysis Briefs give detailed overviews of the energy resources and usage for each country in the world. The resource is updated regularly and can be downloaded as PDF files.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Euromonitor International Updated
Euromonitor International offers quality international market intelligence on industries, countries and consumers. The site includes insight articles, reference book listings, global and country reports, and company profiles. Some information is provided on a fee-based subscription service.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
Export.gov: CE Marking Updated
Export.gov contains information about the CE (Conformite Europeenne) Marking and a list of countries within the European Union that require the mark. The website has a variety of tools including guides, labs, procedures, etc. It combines all of the CE Marking information in one place.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
FedEx Country Profiles Updated
The FedEx International Resource Center provides country profiles, which contain a detailed listing of information on exporting to and importing from various countries around the world.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
FedEx: World Tariff Updated
An online database created by FedEx that gives up-to-date information on customs duties and tariffs of 120 countries for a wide variety of products categorized according to the Harmonized System (HS). A paid subscription is necessary to obtain information, but a free trial is available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Financial Times: Special Reports Updated
Financial Times publishes approximately 200 country and industry surveys annually which appear with copies of the newspaper most days of the week. Topics include financial markets, global industries, business management and developed and emerging countries. A summary is available for free, however the full reports are accessible only through an FT.com subscription.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Geographic.org Updated
Geared towards a younger audience, geographic.org helps the user learn more about world geography. Specialty topics link to climate, flags, maps, and countries. The “Country Ranks” feature positions 231 countries in various economic and demographic statistics.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Global Entrepreneurship Monitor: National Reports Updated
Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) is a not-for-profit research program that focuses on providing data on entrepreneurial activity for over 70 countries. The site includes research and publications on a number of different topics, and through its National Reports, GEM gives country-specific entrepreneurial information on an annual basis.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Global Insight Updated
Global Insight provides the most comprehensive economic, financial, and political coverage of countries, regions, and industries available from any source—covering over 200 countries and spanning more than 170 industries—using a unique combination of expertise, models, data, and software within a common analytical framework to support planning and decision making. A free trial is available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
GlobalTrade.net International Trade Resources Updated
GlobalTrade.net, a site run by the Federation of International Trade Associations (FITA), provides resources for many countries on topics such as business environment, trade policy, sourcing and selling in that country. Resources listed for each topic and country include articles and PDF presentations. Content can also be sorted by industry or business topic.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Grant Thornton: International Business Report Updated
The International Business Report (IBR) by Grant Thornton is a quarterly survey of senior executives at private companies. The report covers the economic and commercial issues in 39 economies around the globe. Specific reports can be found for countries, special situations and sectors as well as comments on tax and mergers and acquisitions.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
Institutional Profiles Database Updated
This site provides a set of indicators on the institutional characteristics of 123 developed and developing countries. The goal of the database is to offer measurement and analysis on the role institutions play in development. Registration is required for access to the database. Latest database was created with data from 2009.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
International Development Research Centre Updated
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is a public corporation established by the Canadian Parliament, whose mission is to aid developing countries through the use of science and technology. The site contains numerous publications, located under the Resources tab, which deal with improving the economic, social, and cultural aspects of these developing nations.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
International Monetary Fund: Staff Country Reports Updated
Freedom House publishes three studies a year dealing with political issues. The Freedom in the World survey evaluates the state of political rights and civil liberties around the world, providing ratings and narrative reports for 192 countries and 18 related territories. The Press Freedom Survey is an annual country-by-country worldwide assessment of freedom of the press, examining press laws, political and economic constraints on news reporting, and cases of press freedom violations. The Nations in Transit is a comprehensive annual progress report on the status of the political and economic reforms in the 27 emerging democracies and transitional countries of Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. Archived reports are available for all three publications. Also listed under News & Periodicals: Publications.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
Library of Congress: Country Studies Updated
Prepared by the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress, the series is comprised of books, each examining a different foreign country. Each book looks at the particular country's history, society and environment, economy, government and politics, and national security. Most of the books have not been updated recently, but provide relevant background and historical information.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
Market Reports Updated
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada offers detailed reports on foreign markets to businesses and organizations. Site requires a registration to view market reports. Also available in French.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
Mondaq Business Briefing Updated
Mondaq Business Briefing is a service dedicated to professionals and business people involved in international trade and investment. Legal, regulatory, and financial commentary, along with analysis and new updates from world leading professional advisers in over 80 countries on a multitude of international topics are provided free of charge. One time registration is required.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
The Economist Intelligence Unit Updated
The EIU produces objective and timely analysis and forecasts of the political, economic, and business environment in almost 200 countries. It also produces reports on certain strategic industries and on the latest management thinking useful to multinational companies, exporters and importers, and any group that needs to know about political, economic and business developments across the world. Free registration is required to access some of its services.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
The Economist Intelligence Unit Business Research Updated
The Business Research arm of the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) provides independent custom research and thought leadership on a range of business and management topics. EIU analysts and editors draw on a range of proprietary data and resources, including a global panel of 120,000 plus opinion leaders. Research can be found on many different aspects of management, key industries, key issues affecting international business leaders today and regional specific research.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
The Economist Intelligence Unit Viewswire Updated
The EIU, a part of the Economist group, is an information provider for companies establishing and managing operations across national borders anywhere in the world. Viewswire features the latest online reports in politics, economics, finance, business, and regulations. Most reports are accessible only through a fee-based subscription (14 day free trial period). There is also customized versions of the website for Latin America, Eastern Europe, and Asia, all in English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
The National Bureau of Asian Research Updated
The National Bureau of Asian Research conducts research on various issues affecting relationships between the U.S. and Asia. The information can be searched by Region, Issues, or Publications. Many of the reports are available for free, however, some require a payment.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
The PRS Group Updated
The PRS Group maintains multiple databases of country-specific information, reports and an international risk guide as part of its primary business, monitoring the climate for international business around the world. Domestic and economic indicators, risk ratings, forecasts, geographic and political data, social indicators are all provided. Most statistics are only accessible to registered users for a fee, although there are free samples available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
U.S. Department of State: Background Notes Updated
Provided by the US Department of State, Background Notes contain information (such as facts on each country's history, economy, and government, among others) for all nations that the US has relations with. Information is updated as often as it is received for each country.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
U.S. Department of State: Country Reports on Human Rights Practices Updated
Copies of annual country reports on Human Rights Practices submitted by the U.S. Department of State to the U.S. Congress. In accordance with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, internationally recognized individual, civil, political, and worker rights are taken into account. Report for the most recent year and several past years are available on the site.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
UNICEF Updated
UNICEF is usually known for its charity work for children. However, its website also provides news, articles, and background information on each country. Most of the content concerns children but the extensive statistical information that is given cover a wide range of topics including, economics, nutrition, health, education, and demographics. This site is also available in French, Spanish, Chinese, and Arabic.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
USDA Foreign Agriculture Service: Country Reports Selector Updated
Provided by the U.S. Foreign Agriculture Service (FAS) and the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS), country reports are market access reports that provide technical specifications for food and agricultural imports for countries worldwide. Downloadable reports are available by country in PDF and Word formats.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
World Bank: Doing Business Indicators Updated
The Doing Business Indicators compare the economies of over 180 countries based on a wide variety of statistics, from credit availability to cross-border trading. Also available for download are reports highlighting different aspects of international business development. Site is available in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
World Trade Organization: Trade Policy Reviews Updated
The World Trade Organization (WTO) periodically reviews all member countries' trade policies, depending on each country’s share of world trade. Trade Policy Reviews provides the press releases, summaries of Secretariat, governments’ reports, and chairpersons’ conclusions on these reviews. A complete list of reviews since 1995 is also available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
Worldmapper Updated
Worldmapper provides a unique graphical representation of global data spanning everything from trade to health statistics. The maps are generated to show the extent of each measure by color and size, giving an understandable overall picture of how the factor affects each part of the world. The best way to view the maps is in the PDF format. This site is useful for academicians, researchers, or anybody who wants to learn more about conditions across the globe.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012