Trade Risk Management

The Asia-Pacific region is the world's largest and fastest-growing market for chemicals, and global shifts are reshaping its future. Rapid industrialization, urbanization, and increasing consumer spending in countries like China and India are creating robust demand.

For the highly cyclical chemicals sector, managing credit risk is paramount. While the APAC region drives much of the global output, the overall sector rating globally and in APAC remains at Medium Risk.

The APAC chemicals sector is undergoing significant transformation, presenting both massive growth opportunities and critical operational challenges. Based on our latest analysis, we've compiled the most important questions for businesses operating in or trading with this dynamic region.

Extending credit to customers is a necessary part of doing business, but it comes with the inherent risk that some invoices will never be paid. When an account receivable becomes uncollectible, it becomes a bad debt, and it must be accounted for on your income statement as a bad debt expense.

Companies typically view insurance as a safety net, a cost to mitigate risk. But what if it could also be a catalyst for growth? This data deep dive explores how Trade Credit Insurance (TCI) transforms from a protective tool into a powerful growth engine, using insights and real-world data from the Allianz Trade guide.

Trade Credit Insurance can seem complex, but understanding its core functions is key to leveraging its benefits. This FAQ-style guide provides clear and concise answers to your most pressing questions, based on insights from the Allianz Trade Guide to Credit Insurance.

Discover how surety bonds can enhance sustainability-focused projects in energy-intensive industries. Learn about Allianz Trade's innovative Green2Green solution, which supports the low-carbon transition and offers financial flexibility for sustainable growth.

Learn how to account for and manage bad debt expense with our B2B guide. Explore the allowance vs. direct write-off methods and how trade credit insurance can protect your P&L.