As you research, keep these categories in mind. Each set of sources has different things to tell you about your chosen company.
- Newspapers and news sites: Latest news and current trends
- Company rankings and lists: Identifying companies of interest
- Directories, initial filings, corporate websites: Basic information about companies, such as physical addresses, key personnel, company history, organizational structure
- Annual reports, SEC filings, analyst reports: In-depth analysis and detailed information on company activities
- Industry overviews and government data: The broader business, industry, and economic context