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Coface appoints trade credit industry leader Christina Montes De Oca to lead its North America region
Coface has appointed trade credit industry leader Christina Montes De Oca to lead its North America region.
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Corporate news
#Corporate news
Coface North America names Cesar Antonio Michelon Fernandez as Commercial Director, Mexico
Coface North America has appointed Cesar Antonio Michelon Fernandez as its new Commercial Director in Mexico to drive innovation and best-in-class customer service within the organization.
#Corporate news
Coface North America names Jonathan Starck as Senior Vice President, Head of Risk Underwriting
With more than 20 years of credit insurance industry experience, Jonathan Starck has been named Senior Vice President and Head of Risk Underwriting for Coface's North America Region (NAR).
Economic publications
#Economic publications
EU-U.S. trade agreement: An unbalanced deal with scarce details
On July 27 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced an agreement establishing a basic tariff rate of 15% on most European products entering the United States. This unbalanced compromise avoids the worst but further weakens European competitiveness.
#Economic publications
Dr Copper under U.S. tariffs fever
On July 8th, U.S. President Donald Trump announced 50% tariffs on copper from Aug. 1, following a Section 232 investigation initiated by the White House in February. Nonetheless, their scope remains unclear, as there is currently no information on the nature of the taxed products — whether they apply to refined copper, derivative products, etc. Those tariffs are further fueling concerns within the US manufacturing sector, given that nearly half of the country’s copper demand is met through net imports.
#Economic publications
Reconfiguration of global clothing supply: Who will manufacture tomorrow's ‘Made in China’ products?
China's dominance in the global apparel industry is crumbling, weakened by rising costs, regulatory constraints and unprofitable specialization. Trade policies set by the new U.S. administration could accelerate the diversification of supply chains. Coface identifies the countries set to play a growing role in global clothing production.
Expert advice
#Expert advice
Trade credit insurance: 7 actions to optimize your financial performance
What if trade credit insurance was much more than just a safety net? Beyond protecting your company against unpaid invoices, trade credit insurance can help you increase sales, reduce financing costs and improve your profitability in the long term. Discover how trade credit insurance can become a valuable financial management tool and have a positive impact on your balance sheet and income statement.
#Expert advice
Emerging economies: Countries we have our eye on for 2025
While the global economy is reshaping and advanced countries are slowing down, hopes for global economic rebounding rely on emerging ones. If China, the largest emerging economy, is stuck in a structural slowdown, which countries can take over and offer the most opportunities to companies this year?
#Expert advice
Fragmented globalization: From geopolitical fracturing to economic and financial fragmentation
Geostrategic tensions are impacting the global economy, calling into question three decades of commercial and financial integration. Faced with a possible regionalization of trade and a reorientation of flows, experts in finance, industry and logistics shared their analyses of this major economic transformation during our Country Risk Conference in Paris, France on Feb. 4, 2025.
Our solutions
#Our solutions
Data & Tech Ep 7: Meet Jean-Christophe, Head of Business Technology Office and Operational Resilience
He wears many hats, his projects combine technological innovation and environmental responsibility, and he spends all his days with DORA (the regulation, not the explorer!). Between operational resilience and Green IT, our expert's day-to-day work embodies the new reality of Data & Tech jobs at Coface.
#Our solutions
Data & Tech Ep 6: Meet Emmanuel, Solutions Development & Architecture Manager
As with our commercial risk management services, our digital solutions support our clients and partners in their business transformation. Connectivity, generative AI, UX/UI design: our Solutions Development & Architecture expert shares his experience on the added value of data and how new technologies impact the solutions designed by Coface.
#Our solutions
How agrifood businesses can stay ahead in 2025: The power of Business Information
Coface Business Information solutions provide the insights needed to strengthen agrifood supply chains, allow businesses to expand with confidence, and mitigate risks both new and old.
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