Publications

Longer DSO and an increase in bad debts create a perfect storm for Western European companies as they grapple with the problem of maintaining sufficient working capital.

There is anxiety among French businesses about the level of bad debts, which now affect 10% of all invoiced B2B sales, double that of last year.

Car sales have cooled down after double digit growth in 2023

Can the industry cut its own emissions and improve the health of the planet?

Our Trade Sector Specialists share their insights on the key issues affecting the food and beverages industry in the Americas, Asia-Pacific and in Europe

Metals and steel producers in advanced markets face demand recovery

Low- and middle-income countries still face debt problems. Several of them have fallen into default in the past years. Still, restructuring has become increasingly complex.

The widespread financial hardship currently experienced by many businesses creates the prospect of a steep rise in insolvencies over the coming months.

While inflation is decreasing, past interest rate rises continue to affect households and businesses. Against this backdrop, we looked for ‘bright spots’ in sector performance.

Demand for clean energy and biofuels expected to grow

Post-pandemic adjustments or an adverse new normal?

A significant producer of CO2, but also a clean energy powerhouse

Growth of renewables presents both opportunity and threat

The pathway to a net-zero emission future is getting increasingly narrow but it's not yet off track.

Civil engineering drives industry, while economic conditions still weigh on residential construction activity

Production growth and decreasing food prices, but downside risks remain

Latin America and the Caribbean's critical mineral resources are needed for the global energy transition but the sustainability of their mining needs to be prioritised.

A barometer of sustainability change

Our global electronics/ICT sector expert shares his insights and opinion on how AI will impact the industry.

Ukraine has received large amounts of foreign aid in the past two years. This aid continues to be critical in the coming years as well.