Explore Coface's comprehensive Risk Dashboard, providing in-depth risk assessments for 160 countries and 13 industry sectors to make strategic decisions
Jonathan explains why there were no changes to sector and country assessments for the UK and Ireland despite the positive and negative forces at work in both countries.
Sam Ashdown, Risk Underwriting Manager at Coface UK & Ireland, leads the Mid-Market Team’s underwriting division for light industry and services. With extensive experience and a passion for cultivating strong client relationships, Sam provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of risk management and the specific challenges facing light industry sectors in the UK today.
The global economic recovery is mixed: while the US is heading for a soft landing, the eurozone and China continue to face uncertainties. In this context, Coface has adjusted its ratings for 5 countries and 17 sectors, reflecting a scenario of stabilised global growth in 2025, albeit below potential. Download our October 2024 Barometer now.
Jonathan explains why there were no changes to sector and country assessments for the UK and Ireland despite the positive and negative forces at work in both countries.
#Economic publications
Production overcapacity is not a new phenomenon in China, but this time it concerns a greater number of products. This variety makes oversupply more difficult to control, and the shortfall in the domestic market will have to be made up by other means. Discover which ones in our study.
#Economic publications
Nobody can predict next Tuesday’s result. However, it will undoubtedly have major implications for trade, taxes, and interest rates. The US economy’s tendency to overheat could likely intensify.
In a recent webinar, Coface, a leading global trade credit insurer, shared insights on how businesses can leverage data to navigate risks and seize opportunities. The session featured a panel of experts including Andrew Share, BI Director for the UK and Ireland, Andre van Niekerk, Head of Data for the UK and Ireland, and Jonathan Steenberg, Economist for the UK, Ireland, Nordics and Construction. They presented recent global economic data, and discussed Coface's strategies and the importance of data in decision-making.
#Expert advice
In an era marked by economic uncertainty, companies are dealing with complex credit risks and supply chain challenges. Understanding the financial health of customers and suppliers has never been more critical.
Coface has upgraded our risk assessment for the UK transport sector but it remains high risk as many companies are carrying a heavy load of corporate debt. Our growing appetite for overseas holidays this Summer has helped the airline industry recover after the sharp decline in the pandemic years. However, other areas of the transport sector are experiencing turbulence caused by rising costs, lower demand and corporate debt.
#Our solutions
How a global steel company stays solid, in a risky sector, and benefits from a competitive edge with Coface’s risk management solutions: Trade Credit Insurance – for 20 years! – and, more recently Information services.
In a recent webinar, Coface, a leading global trade credit insurer, shared insights on how businesses can leverage data to navigate risks and seize opportunities. The session featured a panel of experts including Andrew Share, BI Director for the UK and Ireland, Andre van Niekerk, Head of Data for the UK and Ireland, and Jonathan Steenberg, Economist for the UK, Ireland, Nordics and Construction. They presented recent global economic data, and discussed Coface's strategies and the importance of data in decision-making.
Established in 1983, Denmaur is now one of the UK’s biggest paper suppliers and the Group is focused on growth, both organically and through acquisition. In a high-risk industry sector, much of Denmaur’s continued success is down to its highly effective credit management strategy, supported by Coface’s underwriting expertise and insurance.
Navigate uncertainty with Coface's global risk assessments for 160 countries and 13 sectors.
Dive into the world of global trade with Coface's Trade Talk podcast. Explore captivating discussions with trade experts, explore market dynamics, and uncover strategies for growth.
Sign up to receive our next analyses, advice and economic studies
Online services for customers and brokers
Customer Portal - CofaNet
Coface online platform for managing your trade receivables. Full monitoring of your risks. Direct access to all tools according to your contracts.
Broker Portal
Platform dedicated to brokers for monitoring your business and managing your customer portfolio (in all countries where legally available).
ICON
Icon is the business information solution designed to help you better understand risk. Learn how to identify the financial situation of your partners and customers.
Innovative and digital solutions
ICON
Icon is the business information solution designed to help you better understand risk. Learn how to identify the financial situation of your partners and customers.
API Portal
Stop juggling between software applications. Explore Coface API Catalogue and Integrated Solutions for Icon by Coface and trade credit insurance.
