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The paradox of corporate insolvencies in Europe: miracle and mirage

03/16/2021

In 2020, and even if the real impact of the COVID-19 crisis remains uncertain, the number of insolvencies actually fell in all major European economies. According to our research, the gap between the expected deterioration of the companies’ financial health and the number of insolvencies suggests that there is a high number of “hidden insolvencies” that have been postponed, rather than prevented.

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How United is the Kingdom? The Northern Ireland Protocol and Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation

02/28/2023

The U.K. is currently experiencing political turmoil, adding to an already difficult economic situation. Read our brief analysis of the situation.

Türkiye: Earthquakes raise inflation risk and political uncertainty

02/23/2023

On February 6, the south eastern provinces of Türkiye were hit by earthquakes that killed over 40,000 people in Türkiye and Syria. This toll, far from being definitive, could double according to the United Nations. Retrouvez notre communiqué de presse sur les retombées économiques de cette catastrophe. Read our press release on the economic impact of this disaster.

From excessive pessimism to excessive optimism - Coface Barometer Q4 2022

02/06/2023

2023 starts with good news on the macroeconomic front. First, Europe has avoided a recession that looked long promised. Second, the prospect of a rebound in China in the second half of the year, also raises hopes for the global economy. In this context, Coface's risk assessments have changed only slightly, with 5 changes for country risks and 16 changes for sector risks. Discover which ones in our latest barometer.

A cold chill on the global economy - Q3 2022 Barometer

10/12/2022

Beyond the repercussions of the war in Ukraine, the global monetary tightening and the multiple constraints on Chinese growth paint a gloomy outlook. In the short term, the economy seems to be settling into a regime of "stagflation", where almost no growth and rapidly rising prices coexist. The possibility of a global recession, meanwhile, is becoming clearer.
In this context, Coface is making general downward revisions to its GDP growth forecasts and its country and sectoral assessments. Check them out!

Germany Corporate Payment Survey 2022: Battered companies prepare for another crisis

09/13/2022

The impact on corporate payments in 2022 appears to be moderate and comparatively lower than the shock on the economy. However, companies are vigilant in the short-term and very pessimistic about the future.
Christiane von Berg, our economist for the Northern Europe region, details the payment terms and expectations of companies in Germany.

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coface country risk conference

02/14/2022

Country Risk Conference 2022

1st conference - Alongside Coface's economists, high-level French and international experts from the world of business, finance and economic research will discuss the outlook for the world economy and assess the impact of this environment on companies.

coface country risk conference

02/15/2022

Country Risk Conference 2022

2nd Conference - Alongside Coface's economists, high-level French and international experts from the world of business, finance and economic research will discuss the outlook for the world economy and assess the impact of this environment on companies.

coface country risk conference

02/16/2022

Country Risk Conference 2022

3rd conference- Alongside Coface's economists, high-level French and international experts from the world of business, finance and economic research will discuss the outlook for the world economy and assess the impact of this environment on companies.

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