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China payment survey 2020
Coface’s 2020 China Corporate Payment Survey looks at the payment behaviour of over 1,000 companies in China in late 2019. The data was compiled in the fourth quarter, which means that the figures do not take into account the...
03 June, 2020
Five risks to businesses emerging from COVID
Compounding the tragic loss of life and the impact on our physical and mental health, the coronavirus has exacted a painful toll on livelihoods and the economy. ...
28 May, 2020
World Trade: despite a sudden interruption, global value chains still have a bright future
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
The Government Guarantee for Trade Credit Insurance 13 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
5 ways your business can make use of ‘lockdown’
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
Credit-Insurance tool grows scarce and imperils trade
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
Make sure you get paid
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
Coface Information Services
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
Country risk and economic studies, country risk and economic studies
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