Due Diligence and Research

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February 17, 2026

by an member in Corona, CA, USA

Besides the IBIS Reports on searchfunder what are other great resources that I can use when looking to invest in new industries?
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Reply by a lender
from Cornell University in Los Angeles, CA, USA
Hi ^redacted‌ - nice to meet you. DealStats on SearchFunder is great for comparing multiples on closed transactions across industries. It helps you price your deal and benchmark it directly against the company you're pursuing. Also check trade association websites for whatever industry you're exploring, they almost always publish annual surveys with real operator-level financial data. We have a lot experience financing various companies via the SBA. If you ever need help reviewing a deal, I am happy to help. We work with all the major SBA lenders. The bank pay us after your loan closes, so this is a 100% free service for you. You can email me directly at redacted or schedule a meeting with me: https://cal.com/francodeguzman/30min. Look forward to chatting!
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Reply by a searcher
from Macquarie University in Melbourne VIC, Australia
Like Daniel, I've also found a lot of value in using AI to quickly synthesise broad, top down industry insights, which I can then pressure test and refine through more traditional sources like IBISWorld. In practice, I’ve found it particularly useful for mapping value chains and identifying where margin actually sits, understanding regulatory overlays early, and surfacing comparable business models in adjacent geographies. It’s not a substitute for primary diligence, but it’s become a very effective way to triage which industries or opportunities are actually worth deeper investigation via IBIS, Capital IQ, PitchBook, etc.
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