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Political Risk in 2025

The 2024 election year has been one of the most significant in modern history,...

International Debt Recovery Best Practices

Over $24 trillion worth of goods are exported globally each year, but for export...

Global Trade Outlook 2024

The rise of China as a global economic superpower, alongside the growing tension between...

Automotive Industry Trends

Global automotive production is projected to slow down significantly after a strong 11.2% growth...

China’s Production Overcapacity

China is facing a broad industrial overcapacity issue that extends beyond specific sectors, as...

Strategies for reducing international freight costs

Many Canadian businesses are recognizing opportunities for growth and diversification in global markets. As...

More restrictive credit terms and much longer payment delays in Latin America

Late payments remain a significant challenge for businesses across South America. In 2024, 51%...

Insolvency Outlook September 2024

In most markets, insolvency rates have either returned to or surpassed pre-pandemic levels. This...

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€8.5 trillion of Global Trade supported by Trade Credit Insurance

The latest analysis from The International Credit Insurance and Surety Association (ICISA) reveals that nearly €8.5 trillion in global shipments

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Cyber Threat: Leading Corporate Risk Concern in 2025

In 2025, global business risks from cyber threats, climate change, and AI are key corporate concerns. A new study reveals

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The Cost of Canada-U.S. Trade Disruption

Tariffs are the most urgent threat facing Canadian and American businesses today. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab

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Focus on Cash Flow for Food & Produce CFOs

Amid inflation, supply chain challenges, and shifting consumer behavior, CFOs in the food and produce sector are prioritizing cash flow

Canada, Front Page

Tariffs: Ottawa targets raft of U.S. goods

Canada is considering imposing retaliatory tariffs on a variety of U.S.-made goods, including orange juice, ceramics (like toilets and sinks),

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2024: US corporate bankruptcies soar to 14-year high

The total number of filings in 2024 reached 694, according to the latest data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. The

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Ch-ch-changes and the Path Ahead

In 2024, a wave of national elections took place in 70 countries, involving over half of the global population and

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So You Are Exporting. Do Your KPIs Measure Up?

For Canadian exporters, traditional financial measures like profit, revenue, sales, cash flow, and access to financing are crucial for assessing

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2025 Resolution: Secure Our Receivables

Trade credit insurance (also called receivables insurance or credit insurance) protects businesses from financial losses when buyers fail to pay

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Political Risk in 2025

The 2024 election year has been one of the most significant in modern history, with over 70 countries holding elections