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Continued headwinds and geo-political flare ups have reignited global uncertainty, impacting construction investment. The industry faces constrained spending, changing policies, new environmental and safety regulations, and volatile supply chains.
IHS Markit provides building material suppliers, construction equipment companies, architects, and contractors with accurate and timely data, analysis, research and insight into current and future market conditions. Avoid risks, inform market strategy, improve labor and supplier negotiations and secure design standards and product specifications with IHS Markit solutions.
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Construction Custom Solutions Forge a distinct path to growth We partner with you to navigate the globalized construction industry, where transnational"...
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Commodity Coverage – Metals Understand supplier cost structures, reduce costs and expand margins. Do your supplier negotiations utilize the"...
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US Economic Service: Short-, mid- and long-term forecasts Access the most detailed, commercially-available macroeconomic outlook of the US economy."...
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Global Link Model Quantify the impact of global economic change on your company's performance – in under five minutes The IHS Markit Global...
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American Concrete Institute (ACI) Provide quality products through superior methodology and application The American Concrete Institute (ACI)...
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Remain current with US accessibility standards and codes Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards...
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AEC Construction Standards Create quality and durable structures This construction standards collection contains data and regulations for all...
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American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Design innovative buildings and steel structures The American Institute of Steel Construction...
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American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Promote safety, reliability, productivity and efficiency across all areas of civil engineering The...
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American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Properly design, manufacture and maintain highly engineered mechanical systems and products...
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American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE-SAFETY) Identify hazards and outline safety procedures in the workplace The American Society of Safety...
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American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE) Provide safe and exceptional plumbing systems The American Society of Sanitary Engineering’s...
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American Water Works Association (AWWA) Build, maintain and operate superior water treatment and distribution systems The American Water Works...
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American Welding Society (AWS) Advance welding procedures and inspections across industries The American Welding Society (AWS) authors over...
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Advanced Economic Modeling Identify untapped growth and capitalize on change Balancing top-down and bottom-up business processes is a constant...
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Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) Ensure product excellence for the building industry The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association’s...
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BRE Press Critical information provider for the built environment professional IHS Markit BRE Press is a leading and respected publisher of...
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BSRIA Limited BSRIA prides itself on having the following: an independent and objective approach, an authoritative reputation, a unique blend...
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Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) Develop compatible products and services for the Canadian market The Canadian General Standards Board...
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Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) IHS Markit are delighted to work in partnership with CIOB. Together we enable CIOB members to keep ahead...
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Construction Industry Research and Information Association (CIRIA) CIRIA is a member-based research and information organisation dedicated to...
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Concrete Society The Concrete Society and IHS Markit partnership agreement grants IHS Markit rights to include a wide range of Concrete Society...
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CSA Group Mitigate risk and improve operations through compliance with critical Canadian standards CSA Group is an independent, not-for-profit...
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Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Create clear understandable construction project manuals The Construction Specifications Institute...
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EMAP/Architects Journal The Emap partnership gives IHS Markit exclusive rights to supply online access to the renowned AJ material through IHS...
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Federal Construction Regulations (FCR) Follow guidelines and mandates for constructing U.S. federal buildings The Federal Construction Regulations...
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FM Approvals Assure durable and reliable loss prevention products and services FM Approvals, a business unit of FM Global, publishes standards...
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Fire Protection Association (FPA) The Fire Protection Association (FPA) and IHS Markit have created a collaborative agreement to give subscribers...
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Gypsum Association (GA) Utilize gypsum panel products effectively in construction projects The Gypsum Association (GA) publishes documents that...
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IHS Advanced Analytics Solutions Extract actionable, valuable insight from complex data Insights derived from the explosion of "Big Data" are...
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International Code Council (ICC) Ensure residential, government and commercial structures meet safety and fire prevention requirements The International...
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Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES) Design and produce effective light products and illuminated environments The Illuminating...
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info4education A complete reference source for students, graduates and academic professionals who need efficient and current access to British...
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International Society of Automation (ISA) Assure automation conformity and reliability The International Society of Automation (ISA) writes...
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Master Painters Institute (MPI) Ensure proper application of paint and coatings The Master Painters Institute (MPI) creates standards for paint...
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Marketing Solutions Capitalise on an attentive audience for your products and services Looking to expand your market share? Need greater visibility?...
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NBS Improve operational excellence in European construction NBS is the publisher of the National Building Specification and partners with IHS...
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New York State Building Code (NYSBC) Adhere to New York State construction codes and requirements. The New York State Building Code (NYSBC)...
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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Minimize the risk and impact of structure fires The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)...
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National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) Leverage standardized ratings for energy efficient fenestration products The National Fenestration...
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National Research Council of Canada (NRC) Exceed Canadian market and government requirements for construction excellence The National Research...
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Process Industry Practices (PIP) Integrate quality and efficiency into process plant designs and operations The Process Industry Practices (PIP)...
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Ports and Harbors Magazine Drive operational efficiencies with actionable port and harbor intelligence. Are you able to find accurate, timely...
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Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) Certify durability, efficacy and quality of plastic piping products. The Plastics Pipe Institute Inc. (PPI)...
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Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Ensure high levels of quality and durability in Ireland’s built environment Standards from...
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Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) Assure quality design and construction for Scotland’s built environment Standards from...
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Standards New Zealand (SNZ) Simplify in-country business and manufacturing operations Standards New Zealand (SNZ) documents direct multiple...
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Safety Standards Collection Adopt proven and accepted protocols and methods for a safe environment The Safety Standards collection contains...
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Steel Construction Institute (SCI) The partnership with SCI allows IHS Markit to include a wide range of SCI technical guidance and design data...
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Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association Inc SMACNA Ensure sheet metal quality and standardization The Sheet Metal...
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Specify-it: Online UK construction product and supplier database Specify-it is a repository of detailed information on UK construction products...
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The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) The Institution of Structural Engineers is the world’s leading professional body for structural...
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The International Commission on Illumination (CIE) Provide consistent lighting performance and quality The International Commission on Illumination...
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The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) Deter corrosion and other material surface degradation impacts The Society for Protective Coatings...
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Timber Research and Development Association (TRADA) The Timber Research and Development Association (TRADA ) - is an internationally recognised...
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Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) IHS Markit works in partnership with TRL (Transport Research Laboratory) to include a wide range of TRL...
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The Construction Information Service (CIS) Master your projects with one-stop, definitive construction information Developed by IHS Markit and...
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US Construction and Infrastructure - State and Metro Area Trends & Forecasts Target the next growth opportunity Access the 15-year US construction...
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US Green Building Council (USGBC) Achieve LEED certification and deliver structural sustainability The US Green Building Council (USGBC) promotes...
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Applied Technical Reference Single-point access to engineering and technical knowledge What if your engineers could quickly pinpoint essential...
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Engineering Workbench offers unified access to internal/external engineering and technical references, paired with analytical and problem-solving...
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Standards, Codes & Specs Discover an online platform that simplifies and expedites the process for finding and managing standards and related...
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Goldfire Cognitive Search Unlock technical knowledge buried in enterprise systems What if you could give your engineers the ability to more...
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AccessEngineering Solve difficult engineering problems using time-tested reference books Do you need to answer technical questions and solve...
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Foresight Location Analytics Provide the highest corporate security with location-specific risk analytics Foresight Location Analytics (FLA)...
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US Industry Service Seize growth opportunities Why plan this year’s sales on last year’s performance? This service compares the outlook for...
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Directory of Chemical Producers® Directory of Chemical Producers (formerly the SRI Consulting Directory of Chemical Producers) offers a focused...
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Country Risk Anticipate and quantify emerging risks and opportunities to your business. Economics & Country Risk provides end-to-end coverage...
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Sovereign Risk Solutions Assess and compare sovereign risk over the short and medium term Whether you are in banking, insurance, portfolio management...
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British Standards Institution (BSI) IHS Markit works in association with BSI to offer the most current British Standards Online. BSI content...
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China Regional Service Enhance strategy and operations Looking to expand operations in China? Meet the country’s growing consumer demand? This...
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Executive Strategy Council Stay ahead of risks Need to assess the impact of an international, economic or political event? Prepare an emergency...
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Global Consumer Markets Service Enter new markets and launch products with confidence Do you know how product demand will differ from country...
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Occupational Health - Safety Information Service (OHSIS) Mitigate risk while remaining compliant Do you need to organise pertinent OHSI information...
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US Consumer Markets Service Build smarter strategic plans Do you need an unbiased view of US consumer demand over the next decade? Looking to...
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Consumer Markets & Retail Custom Solutions Launch your next product with confidence Do you need to predict product demand? Research new markets?...
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US Economic Data and Press Releases Track US macroeconomic data and news in real time Access immediate US economic data and press releases for...
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Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Reduce costs, avoid risk and improve quality Underwriters Laboratories® (UL) has developed more than 1,100 safety...
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Manage and Optimize Internal Standards and Documentation Integrate Internal and Industry Engineering Standards with a Single Platform Your engineers...
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2019 ASME BPVC: Heating Boilers Find detailed descriptions of the ASME BPVC code sections for the construction, care and operation of heating...
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Macroeconomic Advisers® is now Macroeconomic Advisers® by IHS Markit Context, clarity and insight on US macroeconomics, monetary policy and...
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Standards, Codes & Specs IHS Markit Standards Expertは工業規格や関連情報を検索・管理する工程を簡易化し、業務進行を早められるオンライン プラットフォームです。貴社が工業規格や関連情報を必要としている場合、それが一つのチームのための小規模な利用か、数100の標準化団体・出版社および内部情報源から提供される様々な工業規格や関連情報に関わるような、会社全体での大規模な利用かに関わらず、IHS...
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Aluminum Association (AA) Actualize product excellence across multiple applications The Aluminum Association (AA) publishes standards for chemical...
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American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Actualize accepted transportation guidelines and processes American...
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Acoura Consulting Acoura is a specialist company working solely across the food and beverage supply chain. It provides assurance, inspections...
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Acoustical Society of America (ASA) Drive greater accuracy and results within measuring and testing environments The Acoustical Society of America...
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Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) Meet performance expectations for major or portable home appliances The Association of Home...
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Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) Meet performance levels for climate control and refrigeration products Air-Conditioning...
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American Ladder Institute (ALI) Emphasize safety and product integrity The American Ladder Institute (ALI) standards are ANSI approved and accredited...
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Air Movement and Control Association International, Inc (AMCA) Assure proper operation and air-flow volume Air Movement and Control Association...
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American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Deliver excellence in the design, construction and operation of marine vessels and facilities Since 1862...
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Alternative US and Global Scenarios We cover it all: capital-plan, credit, market and liquidity risks Our proven model-based macro scenarios...
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American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Certify the integrity and quality of your products The American National Standards Institute (ANSI)...
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American Nuclear Society (ANS) Integrate proven procedures for safe nuclear design and operations The American Nuclear Society (ANS) has written...
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American Petroleum Institute (API) Improve safety of oil and gas operations and procedures American Petroleum Institute (API) standards advocate...
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Asia Power and Renewables Analytics Service A powerful solution that provides comprehensive data, analytics, and insights on power assets and...
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American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Develop superior HVAC products and services The American...
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ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Design, build and maintain safe and reliable boilers and pressure vessels Issued every two years...
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As Reported Data Assess daily market movements and improve the accuracy of financial market models As Reported Data provides market-moving economic...
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ASTM International Obtain technical, procedural and operational documentation spanning multiple industries ASTM International standards are...
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2019 ASME BPVC: Construction of Nuclear Facility Components Find detailed descriptions for ASME BPVC code sections related to the construction...
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2019 ASME BPVC: Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Pressure Vessels Find a detailed description of the ASME BPVC code section related to fiber-reinforced...
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2019 ASME BPVC: Nuclear Inservice In 2019, Section XI was replaced with two divisions of Section XI, with Division 1 being a redesignation of...
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2019 ASME BPVC: Pressure Vessels Find detailed descriptions for ASME BPVC code sections related to pressure vessel construction and pre-order...
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2019 ASME BPVC: Power Boilers Find detailed descriptions of the ASME BPVC code sections for the construction and care of power boilers and pre-order...
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2019 ASME BPVC: Service Sections Find detailed descriptions of the ASME BPVC code for materials safety related to pressure equipment, nondestructive...
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2019 ASME BPVC: Transport Tanks Find a detailed description of the ASME BPVC code section related to transport tanks and pre-order the individual...
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Business Market Insights Predict where your business will thrive in the United States Could you better size and target markets? More effectively...
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Canadian Economic Service Make business and investment decisions with confidence Need comprehensive, consistent insight into your business drivers?...
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Country Risk Consulting Convert risk into opportunity with bespoke solutions From project or investment selection, through market entry and...
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Cybersecurity Package Design and embed cybersecurity into your products and systems Are your products and systems vulnerable to cyber attacks?...
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European Committee for Standardization (CEN) Ensure product and service consistency and compatibility throughout the EU Gain entry to the European...
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Economic Analytics: Historical Economic and Financial Data Monitor and analyze changes in the global economy Need to track and report on global...
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Economic Forecast Monitor Global economic data: The full picture Need to follow the latest data releases and plan ahead with economic forecasts?...
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Economic Impact Analysis of Regulatory, Policy and Investment Changes Gain independent research support for your initiatives Do you need to...
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Engineering Journals, Reports, Best Practices & Other Vetted Technical Reference Accelerate technical problem-solving with precise answers from...
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Environmental Management Remain environmentally compliant Receive full-text access to environmental regulations and related topics pertinent...
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Foresight Country Risk for Security Professionals Develop and maintain a best-in-class security function within your organization Do you have...
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Economic Data Solutions A unique combination of historical and forecast data We provide everything you need to conduct detailed and timely analysis...
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Global Industry Analysis Evaluate industry opportunities and risks. Economics & Country Risk provides comprehensive data, analysis, and forecasts...
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US Economic Solutions Unlock US markets, manage uncertainty and drive advantage To deliver sustainable growth, companies need to operate in...
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Global Strategy Solution Suite Unlock global markets, manage uncertainty and drive advantage To deliver sustainable growth, companies must operate...
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Human Factors Package Ensure safe and user-friendly product designs. Is your design team applying knowledge of human abilities, characteristics...
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Italian Electrotechnical Committee (CEI) Ensure compliance and drive market penetration CEI, Comitato Elettrotecnico Italiano (Italian Electrotechnical...
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Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA) Promote and ensure cable reliability and quality The Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA)...
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Industry Scenario Service: Powered by the Global Link Macro & Industry Model Understand and mitigate risk, assess market opportunities, optimize...
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IntraSource Tighten data security and privacy with ease Residing behind your firewall, IntraSource™ from IHS Markit delivers subscription collections—millions...
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InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) Gain accreditation and certification in electrical system testing The InterNational Electrical...
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Predicting Business Dynamics Maximize sales and return on investments Want to expand your company’s footprint? Our consultants build upon the...
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Mexican Economic Service Position for growth Do you need an extended outlook of Mexico’s economy to determine investments? Identify business...
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Satisfy federal engineering requirements for aerospace and space applications NASA standards...
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National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Improve professionalism and accuracy for electrical construction The National Electrical...
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National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Improve safety and ensure marketability for electrical and medical imaging equipment NEMA...
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Pipe Fabrication Institute (PFI) Design, manufacture and safely install metal piping. The Pipe Fabrication Institute (PFI) standards guide the...
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Process Comparison & Cost Tracker Understand how technology processes compare and compete across different real-world situations and economic...
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Standards Developing Organizations Ensure product quality, reliability and compatibility IHS Markit provides technical standards, codes, specifications...
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Petrochemical Feedstocks Chemical Economics Handbook Published December 2018 This is the first publication of the CEH Petrochemical Feedstocks...
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The National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) Prevent the harmful effects of corrosion NACE International standards apply to corrosion...
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Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC) Reduce costs, avoid risk and improve quality Underwriters Laboratories® Canada (ULC) develops safety...
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US Economic Modeling and Forecasting Services The combination of two award-winning forecast groups, Macroeconomic Advisers® by IHS Markit, and...
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US Monthly GDP (MGDP) Index from Macroeconomic Advisers by IHS Markit Our Monthly GDP (MGDP) Index is an indicator of real aggregate output...
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US Monitor Understand exposure risks and opportunity outlooks across the US economy Do you need to evaluate risks to investment based on macroeconomic...
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The World Economic Service provides 30-year economic data and forecasts for up to 500 indicators across more than 200 countries.
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Brazil Economic Forecasts and Risk Ratings Recession coming to an end but slow growth ahead After a deep and prolonged recession, Brazil is...
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Brazil GDP Growth Forecast The end of quarterly GDP declines In contrast to 2016, when Brazil’s real GDP contracted 3.6%, recent recovery signals...
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China Economic Forecasts and Risk Ratings
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China Housing Starts
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Copper Price Forecast and Market Predictions We are holding to our view of higher copper prices by year-end. The market's mood has been sour...
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Cotton Price Forecast and Market Outlook The global cotton price has recently peaked at 101.7 cents per pound on 13 June. Potential remains...
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Germany Economic Forecasts and Risk Ratings Domestic economic resilience in the face of tough global conditions. Despite a challenging international...
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Germany GDP Growth Forecast Initial growth then a leveling off. Germany’s real GDP growth has averaged 0.4% quarter-on-quarter (q/q) since mid-2013...
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Steel Price Forecast and Market Outlook Steel prices are surprising to the downside, particularly in the United States. A buyers’ market is...
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Trump Tax plan analysis Tax plan detail and review On 22 December 2017, President Trump signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA or “the...
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Trump Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Analysis Understanding the implications for key metals of 232 and other trade actions. Economies around the...
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Impact of a Global Trade War on the Economy Global economic growth is peaking and vulnerable to a trade war A trade war, initiated by the United...
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United States (US) Economic Forecasts US economic growth is slowing to trend, roughly 2% (fourth quarter over fourth quarter). As underlying...
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United States (US) GDP Growth Forecast GDP growth slowed at end-2018 and in first quarter 2019 to near trend of about 2%. Growth slipped in...
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United States (US) Non-Farm Payrolls Forecast US labor market slowly gaining ground In April 2017, US job growth rebounded to a solid 211,000...
