Trade publications are a good source for current, industry-specific news. The articles in trade publications are intended for people working or studying in a particular field, and may contain information on trends in the industry, news of relevance to industry professionals, company events, and more.
Trade publications are available for many different industries and professions, and many industries will be covered by multiple trade publications.
Examples of trade publications:
- Progressive Grocer is aimed at executives and managers in the retail supermarket business.
- Computer Graphics World is a trade publication covering computer graphics technology.
There are a wide variety of trade publications, focusing on different industries or trades. Below are some business databases to help you get started with your research:
Look for an option to filter your search results to trade publications. For example, in the ABI/INFORM and CBCA databases, filter by Source Type to Trade Journals:
For trade publications related to your program, check the relevant Subject Guide or make a research appointment with a librarian.