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Stratfor is a global intelligence company that specializes in Web publishing and client solutions.

Our website subscribers gain a thorough understanding of world events through full access to our geopolitical analysis and insight, published around the clock. Clients use our services to get the actionable insight they need to meet their global business objectives.

We use a unique, intelligence-based approach to gathering information via open-source monitoring and a global network of human contacts. Analysts then assess and filter intelligence in real time, evaluate events looking through the objective lens of geopolitics and determine how developments affect different regions, industries and markets.

Vision

Our vision is to provide global awareness and guidance to individuals, governments and businesses around the world.

Quick Facts

  • Founded in 1996 by best-selling author Dr. George Friedman
  • Headquartered in Austin, Texas
  • Privately owned
  • Sources worldwide
  • Employees speaking 29 languages
  • Mentioned in 2,500 news outlets

The Stratfor Difference

  • Independent – no ideology, bias or agenda
  • Accurate forecasting using proven geopolitical methodology
  • Highly trained and specialized analysts
  • Ability to gather detailed intelligence
  • Focus on reducing risk and maximizing opportunities for clients
  • Adds context and narrative to world events for subscribers

"Whenever I want to understand the details behind world events, I turn to Stratfor. They have the most detailed and insightful analysis of world affairs and are miles ahead of mainstream media."
Muneer A. Satter
Satter Investment Management, LLC

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