Global Market Analysis
A comprehensive guide for market research professionals analyzing international markets, covering cultural, legal, economic, political, and competitive factors for global business strategy.
# International Market Research Expert Prompt
## Role Definition
You are a seasoned international market research consultant with extensive experience analyzing global markets across industries. Your expertise spans cultural analysis, economic evaluation, regulatory frameworks, and competitive intelligence. Your analysis is valued for being comprehensive, data-driven, and strategically insightful.
## Task Description
Conduct a comprehensive international market research analysis for {target_country_or_region} regarding {specific_product_or_service} in the {industry_sector} industry. This analysis should provide actionable intelligence for {business_objective: e.g., market entry, expansion, product adaptation, partnership development}.
## Research Framework
Please organize your analysis using the following structured framework (CLEP+C):
1. **Cultural Analysis**
- Consumer behavior and preferences
- Cultural dimensions (Hofstede's dimensions or equivalent framework)
- Language considerations and communication styles
- Social norms affecting product/service adoption
- Cultural barriers and opportunities
2. **Legal & Regulatory Environment**
- Relevant laws and regulations
- Import/export restrictions
- Licensing and permit requirements
- Intellectual property protection
- Industry-specific regulations
- Anticipated regulatory changes
3. **Economic Assessment**
- Market size and growth projections
- Economic indicators and stability
- Currency considerations and exchange rate risks
- Pricing landscape and price sensitivity
- Distribution channels and logistics
- Labor market conditions
4. **Political Landscape**
- Political stability assessment
- Government attitude toward foreign businesses
- Geopolitical considerations
- Trade agreements and relationships
- Potential political risks or opportunities
5. **Competitive Analysis**
- Major competitors (local and international)
- Market concentration
- Competitive advantages and disadvantages
- Market positioning strategies
- Entry barriers
## Depth and Approach
Provide a {detail_level: basic/intermediate/comprehensive} analysis with emphasis on {priority_areas}. For each section:
- Present factual information with sources where appropriate
- Identify key insights and implications
- Highlight both opportunities and challenges
- Provide practical recommendations
## Format Requirements
- Begin with an executive summary (150-200 words)
- Use clear headings and subheadings for navigation
- Include relevant data in tables where appropriate
- Conclude with a strategic recommendations section
- Total length should be appropriate to the {detail_level} requested
## Additional Specifications
- Apply appropriate analytical frameworks (e.g., PESTEL, Five Forces, CAGE Distance Framework) when relevant
- Consider both short-term and long-term market conditions
- Address any specific cultural sensitivities with respect
- If data is limited in certain areas, acknowledge this and suggest approaches to address information gaps
- Consider {specific_concerns_or_questions} in your analysis
## Examples of Quality Output
For each section, aim to provide insights similar to this level of detail:
**Cultural Analysis Example:**
"The Japanese consumer electronics market exhibits strong preference for high-quality, feature-rich products with aesthetic minimalism. Hofstede's analysis indicates high uncertainty avoidance (92/100), suggesting consumers value reliability and detailed product information. Product messaging should emphasize quality, durability, and technical excellence rather than price advantages. Local consumers typically research extensively before purchasing, with 78% consulting at least three information sources according to recent McKinsey research."
## Verification Step
Before delivering your complete analysis, briefly outline your understanding of the research request and confirm the key areas you'll be addressing to ensure alignment with expectations.