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Coface posts a good start to the year, recording net profit of €53.6m; annualised RoATE at 11.0%
Despite the persistently high level of company bankruptcies, Coface is continuing the disciplined rollout of its strategic plan by controlling risk – the loss ratio has fallen – and by deploying its service offering. Including the non-consolidated subsidiaries, business information increased by 15% at constant FX and perimeter, while debt collection reached 40%. On a consolidated basis, these activities grew by 18.3%.
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Coface and the LSEG Risk Intelligence join forces to strengthen corporate compliance and decision-making
Coface announces its partnership with LSEG Risk Intelligence to integrate the World-Check One solution into its business information platform, Urba360. This collaboration enables companies to access world-class compliance screening tools, combined with Coface’s credit risk data, all within a single interface.
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Coface Advises on HKMA Project CargoX, Strengthening Trade Risk Expertise
Coface has contributed expertise to Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) in the publication of its Project Cargox Recommendation Report, which aims to advance the digital trade finance ecosystem and promote greater transparency and risk management for cross-border transactions.
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#Economic publications
Middle East: a cost shock, not (yet) a supply shock, for China
Better equipped than its competitors to deal with energy shocks, China is currently limiting supply disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East. However, rising input costs, combined with a slowdown in global demand, are weighing on already stretched corporate margins.
12 / 05 / 2026
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#Economic publications
US tariffs: One year on, where do we stand?
The trade war dominated economic news in 2025, and all the signs suggest it is far from over. Firstly, this article reviews the evidence pointing to the cost of tariffs being absorbed primarily by US companies. It then assesses the resilience of global trade.
06 / 05 / 2026
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CEE Insolvencies: Stability on the surface, fragility beneath and rising risks ahead
While overall insolvency figures across Central and Eastern Europe stabilised overall in 2025, Coface’s latest CEE Insolvency Study reveals a far more fragmented reality, with sharp divergences between countries and sectors increasingly shaped by diverging macroeconomic conditions.
27 / 04 / 2026
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#Expert advice
Compliance and reputation: 6 steps to control risks and monitor your partners
Sanctions, financial losses, reputational damage to your company: compliance is no longer just a regulatory formality, it’s a concrete business risk that needs to be closely monitored. Strategies, early warning signals, common mistakes: our experts share their solutions to strengthen your day-to-day monitoring of your clients and suppliers, make your decisions more reliable and secure your business.
02 / 04 / 2026
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Cash culture: 3 levers to better manage Cash collection and sustainably reduce client risk
You've just finished the final sprint of the annual closing without having managed to secure your accounts receivable? The end-of-year cash rush often reveals the same weakness: sales are registered, but unpaid bills pile up and cash flow is fragile. Because successful debt collection no longer relies solely on finance teams, discover how to mobilise your entire company and rely on tailored solutions to speed up your cash inflows and preserve your business relationships.
26 / 02 / 2026
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Protect your business from compliance risks
Before signing with a new supplier or customer, you check their financial health. But do you know if this partner is linked to sanctioned individuals or high-risk entities? A single problematic business relationship can be costly, in terms of cash flow, fines and reputation.
04 / 02 / 2026
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#Our solutions
How Hong Kong Companies Can Improve Cash Flow with Modern Debt Collection Solutions?
Cash flow is one of the most important factors for business stability and growth, especially in a highly competitive market like Hong Kong. With increasing global trade uncertainties, delayed payments, and rising financial risks, companies across industries are looking for smarter ways to protect their working capital. Modern debt collection solutions are helping businesses recover overdue payments faster while improving financial efficiency and customer relationship management.
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5 tips to collect your debts on the African continent
Language, payment habits, legal specificities, ways of communicating… Because the success of your debt collection will depend (heavily) on your ability to adapt to local conditions, our experts share their experience and advice to prevent your debt collection efforts from quickly turning into an uphill struggle.
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Why Trade Credit Insurance for Large Companies is Crucial in Hong Kong’s Trade Hub
Credit insurance protects sellers against losses from buyers failing to pay for delivered goods or services. For large corporations based in Hong Kong, trade credit insurance is an essential component of supply-chain risk management. In its role as an international trade hub, Hong Kong's economy relies on the strength of local enterprises as buyers and suppliers throughout the region and beyond.
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