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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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Global Construction Service Enter markets confidently and drive sales Do you need to evaluate risk and opportunity across construction markets?"...
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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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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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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 Connect Online A quick and easy way to access expert construction knowledge BRE Connect Online provides access to hundreds of construction-related...
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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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BRE Group BRE is a world leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools...
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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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Access the most up-to-date technical documents from Concrete Society, download white papers, or start your free trial.
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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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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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Access the most up-to-date technical publications from Steel Construction Institute (SCI), download white papers, or start your free trial.
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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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Access the most up-to-date standards from Transport Research Laboratory (TRL), download white papers, or start your free trial.
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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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Standards, Codes & Specs Discover an online platform that simplifies and expedites the process for finding and managing standards and related...
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Applied Technical Reference Single-source access to engineering and technical knowledge The Applied Technical Reference Collection from IHS...
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Engineering Workbench Expedite technical research and innovation with advanced engineering intelligence solution. Engineering Workbench™ by...
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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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Advanced Country Analysis & Forecasting Support your business plans with unparalleled risk analysis and the economic forecast for over 200 countries....
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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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The China Regional Service offers you the most comprehensive forecasts and analysis on China's national economy, 31 regions, and 287 top-tier...
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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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US Economic Data and Press Releases delivers extensive data and timely press releases for more than 20 key macroeconomic trends, continuously...
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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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Uniform access from a single source of internal and external standards and related content
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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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In September 2017, IHS Markit acquired Macroeconomic Advisers, an independent research firm widely recognized as one of the most respected forecasters...
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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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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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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 provides market-moving economic indicators, unrevised and as reported upon the original day of release.
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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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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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Manage risk and navigate uncertainty with tailored risk solutions.
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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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Our all-encompassing historical macroeconomic and financial data service places all the data you require to conduct both detailed economic analysis...
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Our Economic Forecast Monitor service provides same day updates to headline economic indicators and long-term forecasts in one easy-to-use service....
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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
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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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Find consistent coverage of US industry and market performance, future risks, business dynamics and alternate scenarios.
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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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Powerful scenarios that provide actionable insights on which industries and geographies will most feel the consequences of an economic or geopolitical...
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IHS IntraSource securely delivers IHS subscription collections and your company's documents in a controlled environment easily accessible via...
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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 2019 This is the second 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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Find short- and long-term forecasts with alternative outlooks, featuring superb transparency and coverage: US Macro Model, US Regional Model...
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Our Monthly GDP (MGDP) Index is an indicator of real aggregate output that is conceptually consistent with real Gross Domestic Product (GDP)...
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Forward-looking analysis, strategic reports and quantitative data, along with over 1,000 indicators giving clients an unprecedented ability to...
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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
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Brazil GDP Growth Forecast
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China Economic Forecasts and Risk Ratings
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China Housing Starts
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Learn about Copper market fundamentals including supply and demand predictions and the outlook into 2020 and beyond.
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Cotton Price Forecast and Market Outlook
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Germany Economic Forecasts and Risk Ratings
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Germany GDP Growth Forecast
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Steel Price Forecast and Market Outlook
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Understand the economic impact of the US tax plan on income inequity, labor rates, unemployment levels, GDP growth, and the deficit
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Understand the impact from Trump’s recently enacted tariffs on steel and aluminum. Section 232 implications on industry and global economies....
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A trade war, initiated by the United States, would do serious damage to the global economy as protectionist actions escalate. In this report...
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United States (US) Economic Forecasts and Risk Ratings
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United States (US) GDP Growth Forecast
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United States (US) Non-Farm Payrolls Forecast
