This guide has links to subscription databases and Internet Websites that provide financial information (income statements, stock histories and much more) for companies and industries.
FactSet
Provides analytics for monitoring global markets, industries, public and private companies, fixed income securities, and equity portfolios. More than 3,000 data items for 79,000+ companies across 116 countries, going back to the early 1980s for developed markets. Note: For login details e-mail Sandra Shoufani. Permitted Uses
FP Advisor offers a comprehensive collection of Canadian corporate data, providing access to reliable and detailed information about Canadian public and private companies, historical financial data as well as analytical and lead generation tools. Permitted Uses
Provides company financials, descriptions, histories, properties, subsidiaries and executive details. Also includes industry reports and access to Investext analyst reports. Permitted Uses
To find and compare company financials:
-Click the Menu link (top left)
-Click on Company Dossier link
-Use the sub-tabs to Find A Company, Create a Company List or Compare up to 5 Companies at one time
Offers industry-specific income statement and balance sheet data for small and medium sized businesses.
Allows you to:
- Estimate the operating costs for your new business
- View financial performance averages in your industry
- Enter your own financial data to see how your business measures up to comparably sized firms.