Library Guides: IBUS 301/310 (Hudgens) Mapping Global Value Chains -: Private/Local Companies

Private Companies Databases

LSEG Workspace This link opens in a new window
First time users must register for an account with your university email address.
Get information on global public and private companies including financials and filings, news and corporate events, earnings estimates, price quotes, M&A transactions, PE/VC data, ESG ratings, ownership data, and analyst reports.
PrivCo This link opens in a new window
Business and financial data on major, non-publicly traded corporations, including family owned, private equity owned, venture backed, and international unlisted companies. PrivCo also provides information on private investors, private M&A deals, and venture capital funding rounds. You must register with your university email address.

Ways to Search:

Basic search - Simply enter the company name in the search box in the top right corner of the screen
Advanced Search - Allows searching by additional criteria, such as total employees and employee growth rate

Bloomberg Terminals
Bloomberg provides information on private & public companies, M/A deals, private equities, VC, and more. Click the link above to learn about how to create a free account and where to access the computer terminals.

Video on Private Company Information

This video walks through examples of how to find company information on private companies by using the 'How to Find Company Information' flowchart developed by Business Information Services at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Financial Information on Non-Profits

National Center for Charitable Statistics
Provides basic financial indicators, as well as links to Form 990s.
990 Finder from the Foundation Center
Search by organization name, state, zip code, or EIN.
Economic Research Institute
Includes links to the full 990s with executive compensation information
National Better Business Bureau Wise-Giving Reports
Search by Name or Category and choose the FINANCIAL tab
Organization's Website
Many non-profit organizations will provide their annual reports, 990s (tax filing), and/or financial statements to the public. Typically found in the ABOUT section.
GuideStar
Basic organization information is available for free, including revenue and expense figures. More detailed financial information must be purchased.