Can I cite market forecasts from sources like IBISWorld, Gartner, etc.?

Yes. In the EB-2 NIW, citing market forecasts from reputable sources such as IBISWorld or Gartner is a legitimate way to support the relevance and potential impact of your work. Third-party data helps show that your field matters and that your contributions fit within a concrete, documented trend.

What makes this data effective as an argument is not the citation itself, but how you connect it to your specific case. A few practices help:

• Provide context: explain how the data reinforces your qualifications and your potential impact.
• Reference the source properly and, when possible, include the supporting material.
• Prefer current data that is directly relevant to your specific field.
• Treat the forecast as supporting evidence, not as standalone proof of your relevance.

All evidence must form a coherent and verifiable body of support. Each case is evaluated individually by the USCIS. To calibrate how you use this data in your petition, review the updated guidance and assess your strategy with a qualified specialist.

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