One of the primary purposes of trade groups, particularly in the United States, is to attempt to influence public policy in a direction favorable to the group's members. It can take the … 展开

Almost all trade associations are heavily involved in publishing activities in print and online. The main media published by trade associations are as follows:
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Trade associations have faced frequent criticism due to allegations that they operate not as profit-making organizations, but rather as fronts for cartels involved in anti-competitive practices. Critics contend that these associations engage in activities such as 展开

• Weinstein, Lynn. "Research Guides: Fintech: Financial Technology Research Guide: Trade Associations". Library of Congress Research … 展开

Industry trade groups sometimes produce advertisements, just as normal corporations do. However, whereas typical advertisements are for a specific corporate product, such as a specific … 展开

• IFPI, the International Federation of Phonogram and Videogram Producers, represents the recording industry worldwide, with over 1450 members in 75 countries and affiliated … 展开

• China Council for the Promotion of International Trade
• Commodity checkoff program
• Conestoga Foundrymen's Association
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