Capital-Formation and Business Growth Resources Directory 341 U.S. Department of Commerce www.commerce.gov The Commerce Department and its International Trade Administration (www. ita.doc.gov) post extensive information on the levels of direct investment and trade with other countries and provide contacts for assistance. U.S. Trade and Development Agency www.ustda.gov The TDA web site offers trade and export news, reports on agency programs by region and sector, dates for business briefings, and announcements of export opportunities. The William Davidson Institute www.wdi.umich.edu The William Davidson Institute is a nonprofit, independent institute that works with international finance institutions and private companies that are interest- ed in investing in emerging economies. The institute offers management train- ing, executive education, consulting expertise, and project-based assistance to corporations operating abroad. World Bank