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Emerging markets and new products drive growth, but tariff threats loom

Christian Bürger

Varied economic growth prospects in a volatile world

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Globally, we anticipate a stable insolvency development in 2025, followed by a slight decline in 2026.

Our survey of companies across Australia reveals that liquidity is under pressure as customer payment risks increase amid market uncertainty

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Atradius' affiliated company in South Africa, CGIC, highlights the critical role of credit insurance in today's volatile economy, ensuring business stability and fostering growth through effective risk management

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Confusion haunts the global economy as growth slows and trade and manufacturing sectors brace for impact

Christian Bürger

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Tangible benefits from May’s trade agreement will be small, but the deal may be a first step on the path to closer ties and more seamless commerce

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Rising public borrowing and market volatility is hiking borrowing costs for businesses as well as governments

With the economy feeling uncertain, businesses across Western Europe are adapting their payment risk management strategies to stay strong and steady in the months ahead.

Atradius' Special Risk Management and Underwriting experts have updated their Insolvency Framework whitepaper, focusing now on 39 of the world's key markets.

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Atradius points to the labour force, technological innovation and international relations as the three main keys that will determine the future of Germany's economic performance.

Christian Bürger

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Our Atradius Exclusive series will provide you with the latest insights from Atradius Economists, annual reviews of corporate payment practices, sector performance and more.

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In today’s trade climate, tariffs pose major challenges. This article explores how Incoterms help businesses clarify cost responsibilities, streamline logistics and reduce risks in international transactions.

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A high Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) can strain cash flow, heighten risk, and hinder growth. Proactively managing DSO through credit policies, prompt invoicing, and effective collections is vital for financial resilience

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Bad debts are not just an accounting issue, but a threat to your financial health

Using a German example, this article delves into the concept, benefits, and real-world practice of Retention of Title (RoT) to demonstrate how it can best safeguard your interests as a supplier.

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Letters of credit are bank guarantees to pay a seller (usually an exporter) for goods or services that the seller has shipped to a buyer (usually an importer).

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Atradius supports Park Polymer's business by helping the company quickly determine the credit worthiness of customers which enables them to sign on new customers quickly and increase credit lines to established customers. Credit Insurance has helped Park Polymers grow their business

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With the backing of Atradius’s resources, EnCom Polymers has been able to expand business with existing customers and go after new business they previously would have shied away from.

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BVV GmbH grew internationally and recognised risks such as companies on the brink of insolvency in plenty of time to mitigate the risks.

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Atradius Surety has enabled Vinci Construction France to expand their sources of finance beyond their banking partners. This partnership with Atradius benefits Vinci Construction by providing substantial flexibility, excellent responsiveness and a capacity for innovation.

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How we are part of Continental Banden Groep B.V.'s business process, minimising risk and supporting sales

Ben Green, President and Owner at Metalco Incorporated in Chicago, Illinois, explains how Atradius Trade Credit Insurance has helped him secure new business confidently.

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As a successful business, L’Oréal Hong Kong wanted a partner that could help protect their regional interests and support their focus on further growth.

After adopting Atradius trade credit insurance, MBS found that their credit control processes improved so much that staff had more time to devote to clients.

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Our agility and local knowledge of worldwide markets and buyers are key reasons why textiles business Georg Jensen Damask say they collaborate with us.

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By providing open dialogue, insight and valuable credit information we helped Brook Green Supply improve their internal credit risk management systems.

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Calidad Pascual partners with international credit insurance firm Crédito y Caución Atradius to gain additional knowledge of international markets.

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Late payers prompted content marketing agency KMOdynamoo to take out an Atradius credit insurance policy and has resulted in better debtor management.

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Janson Bridging uses export credit insurance from Atradius Dutch State Business (DSB) to offer favourable credit terms to customers located in emerging markets.

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El Ganso credits our support in helping the fashion brand grow from a domestic-focused Spanish startup to a successful international business.

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Metalco Inc.: Driving new business with quick communication

Ben Green, President and Owner at Metalco Incorporated in Chicago, Illinois, explains how Atradius Trade Credit Insurance has helped him secure new business confidently.

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