Wood Pallets and Skids Production
http://www.ibisworld.com
Reports provide in-depth industry analysis and a five-year industry forecast, with special focus on
the underlying structure and the external forces and relationships that affect an industry. Report
sections include:
National Wood Pallet & Container Association
Information resources available from this trade association include:
Fact Sheets
http://www.nwpca.com
Cover emerging trends and other subjects of interest to pallet user and pallet providers. They
are presented in a brief and concise style and are designed to provide answers to the most frequently
asked questions about the subject. Members only--contact association for more information.
Marketing and Technical Reports
http://www.nwpca.com
Various surveys covering pallet market and usage. Members only--contact association for more information.
Hardwood Publishing
Hardwood Industry Annual Forecast
http://www.hardwoodreview.com/
Annual publication includes detailed forecasts of business conditions for sawmills and all major hardwood
market sectors, including the kitchen cabinet industry, distribution yards, flooring, furniture, low-grade
markets (railroad ties, pallets, and industrial and specialty products), moulding and millwork, wood
components, and international markets. Contact publisher for more information.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Woodworking Occupations
http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education
and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All
information is free online.
Industry Market Research Reports
http://www.marketresearch.com
In-depth market research reports include information on market size and market segmentation; product
and market forecasts; business trends, risks, and opportunities; key participant profiles; market
share data; and more. Summary abstract and detailed table of contents for each market research report
is accessible free online.
BizMiner
Industry Market Analysis
http://www.bizminer.com
Industry statistics include market size and market share by sales class and segment, number of companies,
annual sales and sales trends, sales per employee, staffing and employment trends, business start
up activity and failure rates, and other business statistics on a national, state, and metropolitan
area level. Sample reports are accessible free online.
More Industry Research and Analysis
For more business research and analysis available from Standard & Poor's,
Dun & Bradstreet, and other sources—including key business statistics, market research and analysis,
business trends and forecasts, and more—for a wide variety of industries, see
Industry Overview, Issues, Trends, and Outlook.
BizMiner
Industry Financial Ratios
http://www.bizminer.com
Five-year comparative financial analysis includes income statements with expense detail, balance sheets,
cash flow statements, and key business and financial ratios. Financial statements and ratios are available
by sales size range for all firms, and also in small business, sole proprietor, and business start
up versions. Sample reports are accessible free online.
National Wood Pallet & Container Association
Financial Ratio Survey
http://www.nwpca.com
Key financial comparisons include gross margin, return on sales, assets and equity, inventory turnover,
sales per employee and numerous profitable ratios for business types, classes and regions. Members
only--contact association for more information.
More Industry Financial Analysis
For more financial analysis available from RMA Annual Statement Studies, Integra Information, and other sources—including financial statements, financial ratios, and other key performance measures—covering a wide range of industries, see Industry Financial Information and Financial Ratios.
National Wood Pallet & Container Association
Wage & Benefit Survey
http://www.nwpca.com
Members only--contact association for more information.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Woodworking Occupations
http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Information provided includes a description of the nature of the work, number and types of jobs, education
and training, wages and earnings, employment outlook, and sources for additional information. All
information is free online.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Employment Statistics
http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oessrci.htm
Annual survey provides wage and salary data by industry and job position on a national basis. All
data is free online.
BizMinerOfficer Compensation ExpenseSee "
BizMiner Industry Financial Ratios" above for report including this data.
Five-year comparative financial analysis details officer compensation expense in both dollars and as a percentage of sales. Available by sales size range for all firms, and also in small business, sole proprietor, and business start up versions. Sample reports are accessible free online.
More Compensation and Salary Data
For more compensation and salary survey data available from ERI Economic Research Institute, Salary.com, and other sources covering a wide variety of industries, see Compensation and Salary Surveys.
BVMarketData
Pratt's Stats® Private Transaction Database
http://www.bvmarketdata.com/PSAdvSearch.asp
Free "Visitor Search" allows users to search over 14,500 private company sales transactions by SIC Code, NAICS Code, or business description for comparable sales data including revenue, earnings, and EBITDA multiples. Data can be purchased as a single report or by subscription.
More Business Sales Transaction Data
For more business sales transaction data available from BIZCOMPS®, Done Deals, Public Stats™, and other sources for a wide range of industries, see Business Valuation Multiples and Merger & Acquisition Transaction Data.
