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The global recession is expected to coincide with a sharp decline in international trade this year, especially as international trade tends to decline more than GDP in times of crisis....

26 May, 2020

Many may have seen the welcomed announcement by the Government on their intended support to the UK Credit Insurance Industry. We are actively participating with the ABI and government representatives but it is difficult to...

19 May, 2020

The coronavirus lockdown is turning into an endurance test for everyone but it is especially difficult for the business community who must contend with the financial shock caused by the enforced interruption of trade and the conti...

01 May, 2020

Cargo ports are thinning out as the coronavirus pandemic pummels global trade. Banks and insurance companies say trade could be squeezed even more if a financial product used to facilitate it isn't restored to health....

28 April, 2020

Unpaid or late payments are bad news for any business. But sadly, they are a global problem that can’t be ignored. The best way to deal with late payments is through a professional third party. Coface Debt Collection’s expert and ...

24 April, 2020

Easily and effectively manage risk. Credit checks are essential for risk management. Just as a bank wouldn’t extend credit to someone with a poor credit rating, you need to take the same precautions with your business. ...

24 April, 2020

Economic activity in China could decelerate faster than expected this year and miss the Communist Party of China’s (CPC) growth target of 5.6%. In recent months, the Chinese economy has faced multiple headwinds, such as the...

15 April, 2020

The top reasons why Coface makes a difference to your business. ...

09 April, 2020

Our Coronavirus Economic Update series continues with another look at the Central & Eastern Europe economy, focusing on financial markets....

07 April, 2020