Espicom's business was transferred to Business Monitor International in April 2014. Espicom was a leading provider of independent and impartial market information with over 30 years continuous experience in the medical devices and pharmaceuticals markets. Formerly known as MDIS Publications, the company changed its name to Espicom in 1998. Business Monitor International, acquired by Fitch Group in March 2014, is a provider of country risk, financial markets and industry research across global markets. Business Monitor International announced its acquisition of Espicom Business Intelligence in August 2012.