Customized Counseling

Whether your company is new to exporting or considering new overseas markets in which to expand, your chances for success are substantially increased by having the right information. Commerce international trade specialists are able to provide the advice and counseling needed to allow you to make informed, objective business decisions. Contact the Export Assistance Center closest to you for a consultation appointment.

International Market Research

Market Research from A to Z?

From Argentina to Zimbabwe, increase your sales with the world's best market research

With 1,800 trade specialist located in more than 260 cities in the U.S. and around the world, the U.S. Commercial Service has some of the most comprehensive and up-to-date information about international markets and the export potential for your products and services. Much of it is available on our web site. Put the power of this information to work for you.

Benefit from overviews on "doing business in more than 120 countries. These guides provide valuable, authoritative insights on the following:

• Economic and political environment
• Leading sectors for U.S. exports
• Investment climate
• Trade regulations
• Key government and private sector contracts

Get information on more than 100 different industries including:

• An overview of the industry
• Major industrial trends and potential growth
• An analysis of the end-users
• An analysis of the competition

Take advantage of more than 5,800 timely reports/alerts each year on:

• Economic developments
• New regulations and taxes
• Upcoming purchases and projects
• Currency and interest rate fluctuations

We also offer customized research that provides answers to your questions on:

• Market size
• Market trends
• Prospective buyers and partners
• Competitors
• Promotion strategies
• Sales channels
• Market entry strategies

Platinum Key Service

Want to Expand Your Business In International Markets?

The Platinum Key Service offers you comprehensive, customized ways to achieve your business goals through long-term (typically six months to one year) sustained support. Whether yours is a small, medium, or large business, we can tailor the Platinum Key to your needs. Commercial Service officers and specialists are ready to work with you to identify your requirements and develop a plan to achieve your objectives.

Our Commercial Officers and Market Sector Specialists Can Offer You:

• Insights on the best markets for your products and services
• Assistance in developing business partnerships
• Effective market entry and sales strategies to achieve your company's objectives
• On-going leads and insights on specific industry sectors and business opportunities
• Regular updates and analysis to keep abreast of change in market developments
• Help in understanding and resolving regulatory and product standards issues
• Advice on potential market entry barriers, duties, tariffs, and quotas
• Support and assistance in identifying and winning government contracts
• Leads, intelligence, and assistance in the development of specific major projects