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    Country and Sector Risks Barometer: Turbulence ahead?

    The year 2024 got off to a better start than the previous two years, which were marked by the final upsets of the pandemic, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and a banking crisis in the United States. However, the first quarter of 2024 has seen a slowdown in US activity, with emerging countries acting as a relay for the global economy. Throughout the world, economic, social and political risks remain, such as the dissolution of the French National Assembly, a possible turning point for the country and Europe. In this context, Coface has modified its assessments for 5 countries (4 upgrades and 1 downgrade) and 26 sectors (20 upgrades and 6 downgrades), reflecting a favorable outlook in the short term only.

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    Cocoa: a deceptive fall in prices?

    After reaching an all-time high in April (USD 10,000/ton), a far cry from the highs of 2009 and 2011 (USD 3,700/t), cocoa prices fell back to USD 7,000/t once the Easter celebrations were over. However, they remain three times higher than a year ago, and are set to stay there. The rise in cocoa bean prices, which can be partly explained by a frenzy of speculation on the markets, also reflects a shortage of supply, which is problematic in the medium term.

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    The proliferation of coups d'état in Africa: towards a new, more unstable era?

    In July and August 2023, coups d'état took place in Niger and Gabon, putting the spotlight back on this type of event. Looking at the evolution of coups d'état worldwide from 1950 to the present day, we observe that there has been a greater concentration of coups in Africa since the early 2000s, a trend that has been particularly confirmed over the last five years.

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    How trade credit insurance helps your SME to grow?

    When granting payment terms to their commercial partners, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are not always aware of the risks involved. Find out how Coface's trade credit insurance solutions help you avoid the risk of non-payment so that you can grow with complete confidence.

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    What is political risk and how is it impacting commercial credit?

    With the reshaping of the world order, the rise of (geo)political risk and the climate emergency, political risk is back in the spotlight, with its inevitable economic impact on world trade and businesses. How can we protect ourselves effectively? We take a closer look at this ever-more closely monitored risk.

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    5 false facts about Trade Credit Insurance

    "Trade credit insurance is too expensive and doesn't cover my needs" ; "Managing credit risk is an obstacle to my business development", or "I have financial resources to cover any unpaid invoices!" Have you ever had one of these thoughts? Re-examining stereotypes about TCI might be useful, particularly in an environment where claims experience is accelerating and the risk of bad debts is growing.

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    Data & Technology: from Big Data to Smart Data and unique credit insights

    Because nowadays companies' needs go beyond simply accessing large sources of data in real time, Coface collects, cross-checks and analyses massive volumes of data (Big Data). Enhanced each day by the analyses of 700 risk management experts, this exclusive data generates unique insights for Coface's clients and partners. Or how to turn commercial risk into an opportunity for growth!

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    Schneider Electric + Coface: a partnership that grows with time

    Schneider Electric (SE), ‘the most local of global companies’, and Coface, a multinational on a human scale, have been working together for several decades. As a client of Coface Global Solutions, SE benefits from a worldwide programme and dedicated teams to secure its business. SE also uses Single Frame solutions to support the development of its datacenter projects. With one credo: to manage commercial risk in a more predictive way.

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