Hi readers, for generations the automotive market was simple. Build reliable vehicles, keep them affordable, and sell them. Today, many of the world’s biggest automakers seem to be following a different strategy. Cars are becoming more […]
When businesses think about protecting a shipment, freight insurance is often the first solution that comes to mind. But what happens after the goods arrive safely and the customer still does not pay? That’s where trade […]
Welcome back to our industry update. As we move through 2026, the construction industry continues to do what it does best: adapt, evolve, and keep building despite ongoing challenges. After years of navigating supply chain disruptions, […]
Let’s be honest. Credit risk is not the most exciting topic in the business world. Most people only start paying attention to it when a customer pays late, a major account gets into trouble, or cash […]
Hello, we are back with another industry update, and this time chemicals are under the microscope. In a year shaped by global volatility, the industry is navigating rising energy costs, trade uncertainty, and ongoing geopolitical disruption. […]
From Risk to Resilience, A Buyer’s Journey with Trade Credit Insurance For most businesses, trade credit insurance does not start as a strategic initiative. It starts with a problem. Payments slow down. Customers begin stretching terms. […]
Hi readers, we are back with another industry update, and textiles are in the spotlight. Senior Underwriter Marjorie Weinberg is sharing what is shaping the market today and what it signals for the future. From smarter […]
Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) measures how long a business waits to receive payment after invoicing. Atradius defines DSO as the time between issuing an invoice and receiving payment. While this metric seems straightforward, its impact is […]
Hi readers, the US energy landscape has been busy, but the message is clear. Prices are spiralling, but oil production remains solid. Global pressure and extreme volatility dominate the outlook, and the risk backdrop is rising […]
We have all heard the term ROI, but the meaning feels different when we talk about insurance. But here’s the truth. Every unpaid invoice hurts. It disrupts your cash flow and steals time from your team. […]
Hi readers, welcome back to our industry updates blog series. We are serving up some fresh food for thought today. Prices are cooling in some areas and heating up in others, and everyone is feeling the […]
Economic downturns are a part of the business cycle. Although a downturn is inevitable at some point, the timing is uncertain while the impact on companies is not. Slower demand, tighter credit, and rising cost can […]
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