As many small- and medium-sized companies found when the pandemic hit, keeping your eggs in one market isn’t all it’s
Country Report Czech Republic 2020
The Czech economy remains highly vulnerable to foreign trade losses Political situation Minority government to remain in place until October
EDC gets serious about supplier diversity
EDC hopes to help balance the diversity equation, by creating more opportunities for diverse businesses through its supply chain. COVID-19’s
TradeSecurely Podcast 21: The Retail Roller Coaster
Being in retail in the 21st century is not for the faint of heart. Like a rollercoaster there is a steady
Country Report Greece 2020
A rebound is expected for the Greek economy in 2021, but downside risks remain Political situation Tensions with Turkey pose
Rising COVID-19 numbers prompt calls to bring back hazard pay for retail workers
Companies offered pay bumps in March and April but stopped in the summer. Calls for the return of hazard pay
Costing and financing e-commerce platforms
E-commerce has been a lifeline for many Canadian companies during the COVID-19 crisis. But even before the upheaval began, the
COVID-19, recovery, and inflation
Are price hikes lurking around the corner, or are these fears unfounded? Inflation concerns are mounting again. That might seem
COVID-19: Fast won’t last
We’re already seeing a growth moderation that will test our mettle, and future containment of infections is far from guaranteed.
Country Report: Russia 2020
The economy is under strain due to low oil prices and bleak global growth prospects Political situation Relationship with the




