Export Credit Agency Deal Volume Reshapes Trade Finance Regulation
Export credit agency activity surged 34% in 2026, forcing regulators to reassess international trade finance oversight frameworks....
What Is a Letter of Credit? The Trade Finance Tool That Moves $2 Trillion a Year
A letter of credit is a bank guarantee that enables international trade between parties who have never met and may never meet. Here is exactly how it works and ...
Global Trade Finance Markets Show Resilience Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty in Mid-2026
International trade finance markets demonstrate steady growth despite persistent supply chain challenges and evolving regulatory landscapes across major economi...
The Counterparty Risk Handbook: Vetting New Business Partners in International Trade
A practical guide to conducting thorough counterparty due diligence before committing to international trade relationships, drawing on the lessons of costly def...
Anti-Bribery Compliance for Trading Companies: ISO 37001 and Beyond
The risks of bribery and corruption in international trade are substantial — and so are the consequences of getting it wrong. ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management ...
Contract Disputes in International Trade: Prevention, Escalation and Resolution
International trade contracts generate more disputes than most business people realise, and resolving them effectively — whether through negotiation, mediation,...
Understanding Incoterms 2020: A Trading Company Reference Guide
A comprehensive reference guide to Incoterms 2020, explaining the eleven delivery terms that govern risk transfer in international trade contracts....
How to Use Export Credit Agencies: A Practical Guide for Trading Companies
Export credit agencies provide government-backed financing and insurance for international trade. Understanding how to access their programmes can be a signific...
Bill of Lading Explained: The Most Important Document in International Trade
The bill of lading is the most fundamental document in international trade — serving simultaneously as a receipt for goods, evidence of a contract of carriage, ...