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Winners and losers in a new era for interest rates

Atradius news

26th March 2024

As inflation enters a new era of volatility - and rates remain high - some sectors are proving resilient.

Jobs and geopolitics threaten inflation progress

Atradius news

15th February 2024

Inflation is falling fast, so why are central bankers stalling on interest rate cuts?

Inflation, jobs, isolationism dominate US election

Atradius news

7th February 2024

US November election introduces new layers of uncertainty to both the national and global economic outlooks.

Red Sea crisis: a new threat to global trade

Atradius news

1st February 2024

Attacks on shipping navigating the vital trade route have set economic alarm bells ringing.

5 top tips for getting paid before the holidays

Atradius news

6th December 2023

Christmas is coming, which means it won’t be long before accounts payable teams start winding down for the holidays. If you want to get paid this side of January, you need to act now.

Can Black Friday alone relieve ailing retail sector?

Atradius news

22nd November 2023

Hard-pressed retailers in Europe and the US need to find the right balance between sales and profits this holiday season, or face deteriorating credit risk.

8 Ways To Manage Receivables

Atradius news

14th November 2023

But the risks of extending credit to customers have risen sharply in the past few years. The 2022 Atradius Payment Practices Barometer shows that:

Do rising oil prices risk disruptions to global trade?

Atradius news

8th November 2023

Ongoing Middle East tensions heighten concerns about oil price volatility affecting global trade and various sectors.

Asia's businesses boost efforts ahead of demand surge

Atradius news

31st October 2023

Seven in 10 Asian companies expect to see rising demand for their products and services in the coming months, according to the latest edition of the Atradius Payment Practices Barometer for Asia.

Unpaid Receivables Cost Much More Than You May Think

Atradius news

17th October 2023

If your accounts receivable metrics are looking dismal these days, you’re hardly alone.

Artificial Intelligence Impact Supply Chain Management

Atradius news

1st October 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) plays a pivotal role in understanding the modern supply chain and guarding against disruptions.

What's going on in China?

Atradius news

28th September 2023

Low growth, a real estate slump and grim trade figures are the most visible of China’s economic problems. They are symptomatic of China’s underlying and more fundamental issues.

The potential path towards a Ukraine 2.0

Atradius news

14th September 2023

Professor Marek Belka MEP on the future of EU-Ukraine relations

Insider Monkey - Pharmaceuticals Industry Outlook

Atradius news

12th September 2023

A report on the Global Pharmaceuticals Outlook by Atradius highlights China’s emergence as a key player in the global pharmaceutical industry.

Asia driving global growth but other regions struggle

Atradius news

30th August 2023

GDP growth in emerging economies looks reasonable in the circumstances, but overall figures mask huge regional disparities

Signs of hope for the global economy?

Atradius news

23rd August 2023

We’ve upgraded our forecasts for GDP growth this year, though economic activity remains subdued through 2024

EU free trade negotiations with Australia and Mercosur

Atradius news

9th August 2023

For the EU, both deals would ease geo-economic challenges, diversify supply chains and help to meet its ambitious sustainability targets.

Is India the New China

Atradius news

2nd August 2023

It’s a question often asked in recent times, but what is the real truth? Does India offer similar opportunities? What are the obstacles you should be aware of? We asked our experts on the ground.

Eurozone firms adapt to tightening finance conditions

Atradius news

10th July 2023

The latest ECB research finds that many firms are likely to face reduced access to finance in the coming months, with no easing of interest rates in sight

Southern Europe's extreme weather hits agrifood sector

Atradius news

5th July 2023

After droughts across Southern Europe and floods in Northern Italy, only state support has stopped insolvencies in agriculture and food sectors. Investment in climate resilience is urgently required

Is 'Greedflation" Real?

Atradius news

8th June 2023

Prices remain stubbornly high in many economies, but are inflated profit margins to blame?

Supply Chain Brain with Gordon Cessford

Atradius news

18th May 2023

This has opened opportunities for other Asian countries beyond China. However, the economic recovery in Asia is losing momentum.

Paudal Turkey ERD with Theo Smid

Atradius news

10th May 2023

Turkey is struggling with sky-high inflation and disappointing economic growth. The question is whether the unorthodox policy of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will bear fruit.

Business Insurance Magazine with Jon Handen

Atradius news

3rd May 2023

Add in macroeconomic factors, such as inflation and labor shortages, and the process of aligning all the variables productively and profitably becomes exponentially more difficult, experts say.

The Windsor Framework - a path to easier trade?

Atradius news

18th April 2023

The recently signed Windsor Framework is important for relations with the EU but will do little for the UK economy as trade with Europe declines

CTRM Center Insolvency Forecast 2023

Atradius news

12th April 2023

The trade credit insurer expects a sharp increase in global insolvencies for 2023, as survival is made more difficult for businesses around the world.

Growth in Asia will slow down in 2023, then pick up

Atradius news

20th March 2023

Asian economies are on course for modest growth as they shake off the negative effects of tighter financial conditions, inflation, a weak global economic environment.

Is Silicon Valley Bank a tipping point?

Atradius news

17th March 2023

Ripple effects for the US economy expected to remain limited

Finance costs: a balancing act for business

Atradius news

8th March 2023

In the second of two articles, we discuss the impact of inflation and interest rate rises on different sectors

The case for AI in construction

Atradius news

7th March 2023

Since its launch in November, OpenAI’s ChatGPT has undeniably created quite a media storm.

Does the energy crisis have a silver lining?

Atradius news

2nd March 2023

Soaring energy prices have put energy security front and centre of government agendas – resulting in large policy initiatives aimed at accelerating the clean energy transition.

A year after the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Atradius news

23rd February 2023

In this guest article, James Burgess, Head of Commercial at Atradius UK, highlights the ‘profound impact’ the Russia-Ukraine conflict has had on the global economy, sharing his insight.

Businesses brace as borrowing costs soar

Atradius news

21st February 2023

Soaring inflation is affecting firms' ability to secure affordable finance. In the first of two articles, we look at the causes and impact of this perfect economic storm.

Ukraine war - a year of disruption to growth

Atradius news

15th February 2023

As we approach the first anniversary of the full-scale invasion, the economic impacts of the war are becoming clear

The price cap on Russian oil exports

Atradius news

22nd December 2022

While their current impact on Russia may be limited, we expect the latest sanctions to increase the West’s long-term leverage against Moscow - at the cost of growing volatility in global oil markets

Black Friday – A mix of hope and trepidation for retail

Atradius news

23rd November 2022

In a difficult retail environment, will Black Friday bring relief to the sector? We test the waters in six major markets

CyC Lowers The Growth Forecast For Global Trade: 1.5%

Press release

18th November 2022

Crédito y Caución has lowered its growth forecasts for world merchandise trade in volume to 1.5% for 2023, compared to 4% that reflected its previous estimate.

Five strategies to protect your business

Atradius news

1st November 2022

The past two years have witnessed exceptionally high levels of economic turmoil.

Where Are the U.S. and European Economies Headed?

Atradius news

27th October 2022

Following roughly 18 months of prices rising at unprecedented rates, inflation remains stubbornly high in both the United States and the Eurozone.

Keeping You Up, at Least Part of the Night…

Press release

4th October 2022

In conversations with steel executives and others in the industry in recent months, there’s one fear that has dominated many conversations.

45% of Credit Departments Report Increased DSO

Press release

4th October 2022

NACM's recent eNews poll on Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) shows 45% of credit departments have seen an at least 5% increase within the past year.

“Uncertainty” is Key Theme of 2022

Press release

2nd October 2022

Naturally, anyone who is involved in the international shipping industry will look for ways to create a greater sense of certainty in their lives.

Credit insurance company Atradius

Press release

26th September 2022

World politics, COVID-19, and hiking inflation rates have all had a part to play in the trade credit insurance sector.

Is the Buyer-Supplier Relationship a Zero-Sum Game?

Press release

12th September 2022

For all the talk of the need for collaboration between manufacturers and their suppliers, there are situations when their best interests come into direct conflict.

Credit insurer Atradius sees an end to rising inflation

Atradius news

22nd August 2022

This increase was mainly due to the high energy prices, which are reflected in the electricity bill but also in products on the receipt of the supermarket.

Soaring inflation leads to credit risk management

Atradius news

6th July 2022

As inflation darts upwards, increasing pressure on their liquidity and borrowing power, USMCA companies strengthen credit risk management to protect profitability over the coming months.

Insolvencies Are on the Rise

Atradius news

30th June 2022

The number of companies that are at risk of insolvency globally is on the rise. reversing a trend seen earlier in the year that briefly indicated insolvencies were actually going down.

Outlook for inflation - John Loriè

Atradius news

30th June 2022

Inflation was high on the agenda at the G7 this week. John Lorié, Atradius’ Chief Economist comments.

Asia businesses struggle to offset losses

Atradius news

27th June 2022

Chasing down unpaid B2B trade debt has become a major headache for Asian companies trading on domestic and export markets.

Insolvency Report Reveals Near-Term Challenges

Atradius news

8th June 2022

After several months of modest improvements, global supply chain pressures are rising along with costs and delivery times, according to a recent report from Atradius trade credit insurance.

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