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COFACE SA: AM Best upgrades the Long-term Issuer Credit Ratings to ‘a+’ (Excellent) with a stable outlook
The rating agency AM Best, on 29th May 2024, has upgraded the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICRs) to ’a+’ (Excellent) from ‘a’ (Excellent) and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating – IFS rating of A (Excellent) of Compagnie française d’assurance pour le commerce extérieur (la Compagnie), Coface North America Insurance Company (CNAIC) and Coface Re. The outlook for these ratings is “stable”.
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Coface records a very good start to the year with a net income of €68.4m, up 11.9%
Coface releases its Q1-2024 financial results with a net income of €68.4m, up 11.9%
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2024: a pivotal year, in Coface Country and Sector Risk Barometer – Q4 2023
After a somewhat turbulent 2023, which ultimately turned out much better than expected, 2024 is shaping up to be as decisive as it is uncertain, both in (geo)political terms, with more than 60 national elections - presidential and/or legislative - and in economic terms, with risks mounting on a still slowing global economy.
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#Economic publications
La Niña takes over El Niño: a favorably cooler weather, but many unknowns
The second half of 2024 is expected to be marked by the appearance of La Niña. This phenomenon, whose extent and consequences remain uncertain, is likely to cause weather changes in multiple parts of the globe.
24 / 07 / 2024
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#Economic publications
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.
26 / 06 / 2024
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Asia: Overall improvement but worsening payment behavior in textile and construction
The Asia Corporate Payment Survey, conducted by Coface between December 2023 and March 2024, provides insights into the evolution of payment behaviour and credit management practices of about 2,400 companies across the Asia Pacific region. Respondents are active in nine markets (Australia, China, Hong Kong SAR, India, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand) and 13 sectors.
04 / 06 / 2024
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Data & technology: from smart data to predictive risk management solutions
Because companies now need to go beyond simple access to qualified and added value information, Coface combines the wealth of its data, its unique insights and input from its experts with Data Science and Artificial Intelligence technologies to provide its clients with predictive risk management solutions. Or how to turn commercial risk into growth opportunity!
17 / 07 / 2024
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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.
21 / 05 / 2024
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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.
04 / 04 / 2024
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Arkema x Coface: tailor-made programme and partnership approach, a winning strategy
Global expertise in risk management, quality of service and ongoing dialogue: all ingredients in the success and long-term relationship built up with Arkema, the international industrial group with faith in Coface for almost ten years and in the Coface Global Solutions credit insurance programme.
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Data & technology: from smart data to predictive risk management solutions
Because companies now need to go beyond simple access to qualified and added value information, Coface combines the wealth of its data, its unique insights and input from its experts with Data Science and Artificial Intelligence technologies to provide its clients with predictive risk management solutions. Or how to turn commercial risk into growth opportunity!
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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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