The global outlook series on the Recording Industry provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers an insight into changing music recording landscape, shifting dynamics of the global music business, implications brought about by online/digital music distribution, and the impact of digital piracy and unrestricted online file sharing, among others. The global outlook series enumerates recent noteworthy mergers, and acquisitions. Major regional markets discussed in the report include United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, among others. The report also includes an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 425 companies worldwide.