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Credit Spotlight on Tariffs: The Wider Impact
Tariffs are reshaping trade and credit risk. Credit Benchmark data highlights early signs of strain and resilience.
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December Credit Consensus Indicators (CCIs) – UK, EU and US Industrials
Credit Benchmark have released the December 2021 Credit Consensus Indicators (CCIs). Good news holds out in the latest CCI data, at least for the US and EU. Scores are still positive for these two regions, highlighting that consensus credit risk opinions point to greater improvement than deterioration. The UK score has shifted into negative territory.

December 2021 Industry Monitor
Credit Benchmark have released the latest end-month industry update, based on the final and complete set of the contributed credit risk estimates from 40+ global financial institutions.

December 2021 Financial Counterpart Monitor
The Financial Counterpart Monitor from Credit Benchmark provides a unique analysis of the changing creditworthiness of financial institutions.

ESG and Credit in Oil & Gas and Industrials
ESG credentials are more important than ever, and are instrumental in driving key business and investment decisions. For listed firms, it can determine their suitability as an investment and ultimately their funding costs. This paper looks at the link between ESG profiles and credit risk for Oil & Gas and Industrial firms, suggesting that for companies seeking credit, it pays to be green.

Global Insurance in an Era of Heightened Risk
After two tumultuous years, the global insurance market has proven its resilience, but challenges of the “new normal” are increasing. A new whitepaper examines the state of global insurance in an era of heightened risk, focusing on regional and sector trends alongside single company examples.

Supply Chain Crisis: Chip Shortages Drive Semiconductor Credit Boost
Global semiconductor sales are growing at 30% YoY and with recent disruptions to production and trade flows, electronic companies have had to accept significant price hikes to maintain supplies. Semiconductor firms are enjoying strong credit quality as a result – this report examines industry trends and single firm case studies.