This site is a great starting tool for finding information on private and public companies internationally. It is a meta-site which lets the user search numerous other web site that offer information about companies. You can link to these country specific websites or simply search for a company name and get a list of relevant entries. As well, the site offers good country overviews. Material is gathered from sources such as the CIA factbook.
Economic information is also available here.
One of the best for finding information on private as well as public and international companies. Links to market research reports, accounting policies, and laws. Includes over 15,000 research reports on publicly-traded companies from around the world. Plus over 20,000 profiles and links to 300,000 other profiles. Reports feature in-depth analysis of sales trends, profitability, stock performance, financial position, research and development expenditures, dividends, and much more.