This database specializes in providing information on smaller businesses within a certain geographical area and/or industry. Great for finding potential competition, suppliers and customers in an area.
Contains a huge amount of information on larger companies, both domestic and international. Has SWOT analysis, financial statements, industry analysis, performance ratios and news.
For small company financial analysis, look at a company similar to the one you are starting. Then find the RMA Industry Norms report under 'Industries'.