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Germany, once the engine of Europe’s economic growth, is facing prolonged stagnation. With ten consecutive quarters of flat or declining performance, the outlook remains bleak. Revised GDP forecasts for 2024 and 2025 underscore the need for urgent structural reforms to address deep-rooted challenges in the manufacturing sector and adapt to shifting global dynamics.
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China is no stranger to overcapacity in production – but the current oversupply is characterized by the fact that it affects a wide range of products this time. Overcapacity can be countered by increasing domestic consumption or reducing domestic production. However, external demand also plays an important role – through exports or, increasingly, through direct investment abroad. In view of the current geopolitical developments towards more protectionism, however, this could lead to an intensification of tensions in world trade. A recent Coface study looks at ways of reducing China's overcapacity.
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The growing competition between the US and China is profoundly reshaping the global electronics industry. For regions like Europe and Japan, which lack technological independence, forming strategic alliances has become a critical path to remaining competitive in this rapidly evolving landscape.
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The U.S. election has come to an end, with Donald Trump emerging as the clear winner, securing both the majority of electoral votes and the popular vote. Ahead of this historic outcome, a livestream discussion hosted by Coface featured Martin Naville, Senior Advisor to the Swiss-American Chamber of Commerce, and Klaus W. Wellershoff, Chairman of Wellershoff & Partners. Together, they analyzed the potential political and economic impact of the election results.
#Economic publications
The recent U.S. election, which determined not only the presidency but also seats in the House of Representatives and a third of the Senate, is expected to have significant economic repercussions globally. Coface analysts warn that the U.S. economy, already prone to overheating, could see this trend intensify, affecting Swiss businesses, especially those operating in the American market.
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#Economic publications
Coface's latest Latin America Corporate Payment Survey 2024 reveals a challenging year ahead for businesses in the region, as they grapple with more restrictive credit terms and longer payment delays. These trends underscore the financial strains faced by companies operating in Latin America amid an uncertain global economic backdrop.
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The latest country and sector risk barometer highlights Switzerland’s resilience and stability within the global economic landscape. In the 2024 report, our barometer has upgraded the ratings of four countries and downgraded one. While economic growth in the eurozone is expected to reach 1.3% in 2025, Switzerland is projected to see a higher rate of 1.8%, reflecting a strong economic foundation that sets it apart from its European counterparts.
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The 2024 US election stands as a crucial moment, not just for the United States but for the global stage. With the withdrawal of Joe Biden, an unexpected contest between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will take place on November 5, and the outcome could have lasting consequences on international relations and the global economy, particularly for Switzerland.
#Economic publications
Eighty-five per cent of companies in France are affected by late payments. This is the finding of our France Corporate Payment Survey. The results also show that the payment period has increased to an average of 51 days. In Germany, the figure is 32 days, in Asia up to 70 days.
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