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In the wake of significant electoral activity and persistent geopolitical tensions impacting global commerce, businesses face a sustained era of intricate and concerning political risk. This reality demands strategic adaptation. The landscape is marked by political instability, social unrest, geopolitical rivalries, the rise of populism, armed conflicts, and coups d’état.
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Apple and Nvidia, two of the world’s most valuable companies, have announced plans to invest over USD 1 trillion in the U.S. electronics supply chain. While these commitments are framed as a push for industrial sovereignty and reshoring, a closer examination reveals that these moves are more symbolic than transformative, carrying hidden economic and geopolitical risks.
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As US-China trade tensions escalate, American soybeans find themselves once again at the forefront. China, which absorbs 75% of global soybean imports, imposed retaliatory tariffs in March 2025 targeting US exports, threatening an industry already weakened by falling prices. Simon Lacoume, sector analyst at Coface, analyzes the implications of this tariff war for Midwestern farmers, traditional supporters of Donald Trump.
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China is swiftly expanding its influence in the European electric vehicle market, benefiting from a perfectly integrated production chain and substantial governmental backing. As Europe strives to achieve its goal of eliminating combustion engines by 2035, will its automotive industry be able to keep pace, or will Chinese manufacturers definitively take the lead?
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The United States has imposed additional tariffs of 10 percent on imports. Countries with a surplus in goods trade will pay more. The tariffs for Switzerland are the highest among all Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, reaching 31 percent.
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From the U.S.-China rivalry to conflicts in the Middle East, geopolitical tensions are reshaping the global trade landscape. Rather than a complete breakdown of globalization, what we are witnessing is a strategic realignment of trade flows, supply chains, and economic alliances.
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Gold soared to $2,921 per ounce in February 2025, a 45% increase from the previous year, fueled by geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty, and growing demand from central banks. As investors turn to safe havens, will gold’s rise persist? Discover the driving forces behind this surge.
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Political stability returns, but reforms stall. Following Germany’s general election, major reforms are expected to be delayed due to coalition negotiations and constitutional constraints.
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The year 2025 begins under the banner of uncertainty. With political upheavals, geopolitical tensions, and persistent economic challenges, businesses must navigate an increasingly unpredictable environment. Xavier Durand, CEO of Coface, provides a clear-eyed assessment of the situation and analyzes the key trends that will shape the year ahead.
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