Business & Finance Databases

In addition to product ratings and reviews, users will find in-depth advice, tips and trends written by Consumer Reports experts. Frequently updated articles, blogs and video content allow consumers to peruse the latest consumer news — whether they’re looking to learn more about budget-friendly home improvement plans, understanding the benefits and risks of retirement options or searching for the latest recalls of baby products.

Morningstar Investment Research Center 

(Library:  Snow Library. Card: Your Snow Library card number. Snow Library patrons only.)

Morningstar Investment Research Center offers libraries real-time access to comprehensive data and independent analysis on thousands of investments, spanning mutual funds, stocks, exchange-traded funds, and closed-end funds.

Value Line Investment Survey 

(Username: snowlib. Password: invest67)

Please note: If using Google Chrome browser, ignore the Google Password Manager data breach warning.

Value Line Investment Survey serves as a comprehensive, multifaceted investment management solution used by both individual & professional investors to conduct basic research, formulate investment strategies, identify timely opportunities and make smart investment decisions.

Weiss Financial Ratings 

(Snow Library card holders only)

Financial literacy tools from Weiss Ratings & Grey House Publishing, featuring independent, unbiased financial strength ratings of banks, credit unions and insurance companies. Offers conservative buy-hold-sell ratings of thousands of stocks, mutual funds and exchange traded funds. Rates Medicare Supplement Insurance - which plan to choose, how much it will cost, compare rates & plan benefits. Allows you to create your own personal account to create a watchlist, get upgrade/downgrade notifications and log in from anywhere.