Business Resources
The Library has a large collection of business titles ranging from classic reference guides to bestselling titles. This collection contains a large section of career and job search materials.
The Library subscribes to magazines focused on business and personal finance, including Fast Company, Harvard Business Review, Bloomberg Businessweek, Money and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, some of which are also available through Flipster, the Library’s digital magazine service.
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Digital Resources
Reference Solutions (formerly Reference USA)
Business and residential directory covering the US and Canada.
Public Records Online
Public filings of bankruptcies, new businesses, and home foreclosures in the counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will.
Morningstar Investment Research Center
Information on mutual funds, stocks and ETFs, including Morningstar newsletters, for investors and researchers.
Value Line’s Investment Survey
A premier resource for stock research available online.
Business Links
A nonprofit organization helping small businesses get started, grow, and operate effectively.
Advocate for small businesses offering training, support, and online learning.
State of Illinois business portal. Information and resources for starting, running, expanding relocating or closing a business.