When we research privately-held companies, it is sometimes a 'hit and miss' whether or not we can gather the financial information needed as we do with publicly-held companies. Also, trying to find the information online or in electronic databases can be challenging. This is an example of when a book can assist our online research efforts.
We just received the 2011 Hoover's Handbook of Private Companies (HG 4057.A28616) and it will be shelved in our reference section. It is divided into four sections: how the information is compiled; a listing of the largest and fastest-growing private companies; company profiles section (900 arranged alphabetically) and the last section contains three indexes. These indexes sorts the companies by industry, HQ location and an executives section. By gathering this information first, you are more prepared to research online for articles, company website or competitors.
Come check this and other resources we can share with you when conducting an analysis of a privately-held company.
