Q: How many companies are covered on Hoover’s?
A: Information is available on more than 12 million companies, both public and private, in more than 600 industries worldwide. Hoover’s own proprietary database contains more than 40,000 records of companies throughout the US and around the world, in both the public and private sectors. Private companies include divisions, consortiums, charities, government-owned entities, and other private firms. Company coverage includes major players in the business world, small niche industry players, and the companies in between.
Q: Where do you get your information? What are your sources?
A: Our editors obtain company information from a variety of sources. In addition to gathering information directly from companies themselves, we utilize reputable published sources, as well as industry research and our industry editors’ expertise.
Q: How can I contact a specific company or executive?
A: Although we publish information about millions of companies, Hoover’s Online is in no way affiliated with their products or services. If you are trying to reach a company that we cover, you’ll need to contact them directly by using the contact information listed at the top of their Company Record.
Q: How can I get my company added to Hoover’s Online?
A: You may send your request via e-mail to update@hoovers.com. Requests must be received in writing. Please be as specific as possible and include a return e-mail address or phone number where we can contact you. Our editors will determine if the company meets the criteria for being a part of the Hoover’s database.
Q: How often is your information updated?
A: We have a team of editors who comb through daily and weekly print and electronic publications looking for news about companies. Based on these reported events, we make hundreds of updates every day. Additionally, all companies go through an annual update within four months of their fiscal year-end.
Q: Whom can I contact regarding an error in your company information?
A: You can contact our editors by sending an e-mail to update@hoovers.com. Requests must be received in writing. Please be as specific as possible and include a return e-mail address or phone number where we can contact you. We will make any updates or changes that are necessary once the information is verified.
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