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    Coface Risk Review – July 2025: UK Outlook from our Economist, Jonathan Steenberg

    Headlines UK growth forecast at just 1% in both 2025 and 2026, falling behind the EU and other advanced economies by 2026 Inflation expected to peak at 3.5% in Q3 2025, and remain above the 2% target through 2026 Private sector momentum weakening, with Autumn budget and tariffs adding pressure Corporate insolvencies rising again, now forecast to increase by 3% in 2025 Three sector downgrades: automotive, chemicals, and metals now rated Very High Risk

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    Debt collection around the world: how to deal with local specificities

    Collecting debts domestically is already tedious enough, but collecting debts internationally quickly turns into an obstacle course. Different business cultures, specific negotiation levers, lengthy and complex procedures, local legal specificities: the challenges are unique and the barriers are many! Our experts help you successfully collect your debts, regardless of where your debtor is located.

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    The stabilising power of Trade Credit in emerging markets (podcast)

    In the latest episode of Trade Talk, we delve into the critical role of trade credit in stabilising emerging economies amidst monetary shocks from the US Federal Reserve. Join Mélina London, economist and researcher, on how inter-company credit can be a buffer against financial instability.

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    SMEs: why debt collection is vital for your business

    Debt collection is a tricky and often overlooked task for companies of all sizes, but it is crucial for SMEs. More exposed to risk, they are also much more impacted by non-payment and often do not have sufficient cash or human resources to absorb financial shocks as easily as large organisations.

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    Structuring data to unlock business agility: Coface's expertise

    Data Lake, Data Mesh, Data Warehouse, Datamart... Behind these technical concepts lies a major strategic challenge: transforming data into a performance driver. In the Place aux experts video podcast, Samia Boujatioui, the Group Head of Data Management, explains how well-governed data can create value for our clients and our business teams. Here are some extracts.

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    Risk in a new age of tariffs - Three resources to help you assess trade partners

    Trump’s 2024 election victory has reignited global trade tensions, with a new wave of aggressive tariffs triggering widespread disruption and uncertainty. In this article, Andre van Niekerk, Head of Consulting and Insights, and Jonathan Steenberg, Economist at Coface UK, examine the impact of these measures, the risks they pose to international businesses, and how companies can adapt to the evolving trade landscape.

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    Transport and Logistics: Navigating risks by leveraging data for smarter decisions

    Are extreme volatility and constant uncertainty the new normal? In a world where disruptions are constantly multiplying and colliding, how can transport and logistics companies secure their operations and grow their businesses? Our risk and Smart Data experts share their advice on how to strengthen your business resilience and turn risks into opportunities.

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    Seven tips to mitigate supplier risk

    Being left in the lurch by a supplier can be every bit as damaging to your bottom line as customer insolvency. Group Solutions Engineering Director, Andrew Share reveals Coface’s tips for staying on top of the risk.

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    Effective Debt Collection Strategies: Safeguard Your Finances from Unpaid Bills

    In the current economic climate, even a single unpaid invoice can quickly disrupt your business, seriously undermine your cash flow and even threaten the viability of your company. For companies, Debt Collection is a strategic lever to protect themselves against late payments and insolvency. Check out our tips on how to effectively manage your receivables before they become bad debts.

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