UK: Late Payment, Business Distress & Insolvencies​​​​

​4,481 hospitality and leisure businesses in 'critical' distress, up 17.5% year on year. BTG Begbies Traynor reports that financial distress is rising across the UK hospitality and leisure sector, with 4,481 businesses in 'critical' distress in Q2 2026, up 17.5% year on year. This was almost double the 9% increase recorded across UK businesses overall. Leisure and cultural activities saw critical distress rise 27.1%, while hotels and accommodation increased 26.6% and bars and restaurants 10.9%. Meanwhile, 40,298 hospitality and leisure businesses were in 'significant' distress, broadly unchanged year on year. BTG says rising costs, shrinking margins and waning demand, alongside wider economic uncertainty, are squeezing businesses. To read BTG's article, go to https://www.begbies-traynorgroup.com/news/press-releases/financial-distress-increases-for-hospitality-and-leisure-as-industry-seeks-further-support.

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60% of UK SMEs say customers are taking longer to pay. Bibby Financial Services (BFS) reports growing cash flow pressure among UK SMEs, with 40% saying they have cut customer payment terms to protect their finances. Its latest SME Confidence Tracker found 60% of SMEs say customers are taking longer to pay than a year ago, while businesses are owed an average £72,000 in outstanding invoices, rising to £143,000 among mid-sized firms. Average bad debt has also edged above £30,000. Almost six in ten SMEs have experienced at least one supplier ceasing to trade or becoming insolvent in the past six months, while 55% reported the same among customers. BFS says poor access to finance is further compounding cashflow pressures and restricting growth. To read BFS' news release, go to https://www.bibbyfinancialservices.com/news/uk-businesses-cut-payment-terms-as-outstanding-invoices-hammer-cashflow.

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Late payments add to cash-flow pressure on UK small businesses. Enterprise Nation says late payment is adding to the financial pressure facing UK small businesses, with 41% of firms away from the high street paid mainly by bank transfer or invoice. Citing government figures, it says late payment costs the UK economy almost £11 billion a year and contributes to 38 businesses closing every day. Its new research with Square and EDF Small Business found that 69% of businesses had delayed or cancelled growth plans because of rising costs; among those not confident about the year ahead, 86% had delayed growth, and 48% had considered closing. Enterprise Nation is calling for enforcement of the Commercial Payments Bill to be properly funded and for businesses that break the rules to be named. To read Enterprise Nation's news release, go to https://www.enterprisenation.com/learn-something/growth-on-hold-the-year-rising-costs-swallowed-small-business-growth-plans/

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Late payments worsen as UK businesses struggle with cash flow. Coface's second survey of UK companies' payment behaviour finds that 89% experienced payment delays during the past year. Payments were an average of 34 days overdue, two days longer than last year, with customers' own financial difficulties the most commonly reported cause. Average agreed payment terms rose by six days to 57, placing them among Europe's longest. Looking ahead, 57% of respondents expect late payments to increase over the next 12 months, up from 37% last year. Some 45% expect the UK economy to deteriorate, yet 51% believe their own profits will increase. Higher interest rates remain the biggest concern for businesses. To read Coface's article, go to https://www.coface.com/news-economy-and-insights/2026-united-kingdom-payment-survey-uk-firms-stuck-in-survival-mode-as-payment-delays-hold-back-growth-ambitions.

 

Late payments affect 98% of UK distributors. Professional Builders Merchant reports that late payments have become "almost universal" across the wholesale and distribution sector, with 98% of businesses reporting overdue customer payments. Research commissioned by Klipboard surveyed 327 distribution businesses and 250 trade buyers across the UK. It found 56% of distributors spend more than six hours weekly on manual payment administration, while 96% employ at least one person dedicated to payments and credit control. The findings suggest late payments are pressuring cash flow and increasing workloads for finance and credit control teams. To read Professional Builders Merchant's article, go to https://professionalbuildersmerchant.co.uk/news/market-monitor-the-late-payment-challenge/.

 

Company insolvencies were broadly stable in August. The Insolvency Service recorded 1,946 registered company insolvencies in England and Wales, up 1% from July but down 3% from August 2025. They comprised 1,431 creditors’ voluntary liquidations, 314 compulsory liquidations, 182 administrations and 19 company voluntary arrangements. Administrations were up 44% from July and 60% from August 2025, a rise which, the Insolvency Service said, was driven by more than 250 connected companies in the real estate sector entering administration. In the 12 months to 31 August, one in 200 companies entered insolvency, or 50.1 per 10,000, down from 52.5 a year earlier. Average monthly insolvencies in January-August 2026 were slightly below the preceding three-year average overall. To read the Insolvency Service's commentary, go to https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/company-insolvencies-august-2026/commentary-company-insolvency-statistics-august-2026.
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UK business insolvencies rose 6.6% year on year in September. Creditsafe's detailed monthly data reports that 2,205 businesses across the UK and Northern Ireland entered insolvency in September 2026, up 6.32% from August and up 6.62% year on year. Year-to-date insolvencies were 1.89% lower than in the equivalent period of 2025. Construction was the hardest-hit sector, with 361 insolvencies, followed by wholesale and retail with 326 and accommodation and food services with 311. Financial and insurance activities recorded a 26.18% year-to-date increase, while real estate rose 21.63%. Creditsafe says businesses continue to face wage costs, borrowing pressures, supply-chain disruption and geopolitical tensions, with financial pressures remaining significant but uneven across different sectors of the UK economy during the first nine months. To read Creditsafe's news release, go to https://www.creditsafe.com/gb/en/blog/reports/insolvencies.html.​

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UK construction insolvencies rose year-on-year. RSM has reported that the latest company insolvency statistics show construction insolvencies increased marginally by 0.7% to 294 in August 2026, from 292 in August 2025. In the 12 months to August 2026, the construction sector experienced 3,866 insolvencies, making up 17% of all insolvencies across the economy, the highest of any sector. Commenting on the latest figures, Kelly Boorman, Head of construction at RSM UK, said: "Long-term uncertainty over future pipeline allocation and mobilisation, along with macro-economic conditions, is weighing heavily on the construction sector as rising inflation, energy price volatility and the potential for interest rate hikes later in the year fuels concerns around financing and funding." To read RSM's news release, go to https://www.rsmuk.com/news/construction-insolvencies-rise-year-on-year-as-sector-feels-the-sting-of-long-term-uncertainties.

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Tokio Marine HCC highlights rising credit risk despite falling UK retail insolvencies. Its September 2026 UK Retail Sector Report says retail sales volumes have returned to February 2020 levels, but this recovery has been achieved while non-food prices remained flat despite rising costs. Retail insolvencies totalled 1,763 in the 12 months to July, down 7.3% year-on-year but still around 35% above 2019 levels. Across England and Wales, administrations rose 19.3% to 1,810, returning to their immediate pre-pandemic peak. The report says distress is shifting towards larger companies and bigger trade creditor balances, while pre-pack sales can leave unsecured creditors with poor recoveries, as illustrated by the Harvey Nichols case in August. To read Tokio Marine HCC's news release, with a link to the full report, go to https://www.tmhcc.com/en/news-and-articles/thought-leadership/uk-retail-sector-report-september-2026.

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UK & Republic of Ireland Economy

UK GDP growth revised up to 0.5% in the second quarter. The Office for National Statistics says the UK economy grew by 0.5% between April and June 2026, revised up from 0.4%, following 0.6% growth in the first quarter. Services output increased by 0.6% and construction by 0.8%, while production fell by 0.1%. Growth on the expenditure measure was mainly driven by net trade, with export volumes rising by 2.8% while imports were unchanged. Household consumption increased by 0.3%, while business investment rose by 1.8%. Real GDP per head increased by 0.5% in the quarter and was 1.2% higher than a year earlier. GDP growth for 2025 was also revised down by 0.1 percentage points to 1.2%. To read the ONS statistical bulletin, go to https://www.ons.gov.uk/economy/grossdomesticproductgdp/bulletins/quarterlynationalaccounts/apriltojune2026.
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UK growth started the third quarter strongly, but risks remain. The National Institute of Economic and Social Research’s (NIESR) latest GDP Tracker reports that UK GDP grew by 0.4% in July; services, production and construction all expanded, although a sharp contraction in retail activity held back consumer-facing services. Services growth remains robust and more broad-based than last year, but NIESR warns that higher energy bills could pressure household disposable incomes and weaken consumer-facing activity over the autumn. It forecasts GDP growth of 0.7% in the third quarter, upgraded following July's stronger-than-expected data, while expecting more subdued growth in August and September. NIESR also says business confidence remains fragile amid global volatility, and borrowing costs remain exceptionally high. To read NIESR's GDP Tracker, go to https://niesr.ac.uk/publications/growth-surprises-risks-remain.

IMF raises UK GDP growth forecast for 2026. The IMF’s October 2026 World Economic Outlook forecasts UK GDP growth of 1.3% in 2026, up slightly from 1.2% in 2025, before easing to 1.2% in 2027. The 2026 forecast is 0.5 percentage points higher than in April, while the 2027 projection has been revised down by 0.1 percentage point. The IMF says higher energy prices and long-term interest rates are expected to weigh on consumption and investment in 2027. On a fourth-quarter-over-fourth-quarter basis, UK growth is projected at 1.4% in 2026 and 1.5% in 2027, although the 2027 figure has been cut by 0.4 percentage points since April. To read the IMF's Outlook, go to https://www.imf.org/en/publications/weo/issues/2026/10/13/world-economic-outlook-october-2026?cid=ca-com-homepage-am26-WEOEA20206002.

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IFS economic outlook forecasts UK GDP growth to slow in 2027. The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) Green Budget 2026 latest economic outlook forecasts real GDP growth of 1.4% in 2026, easing to 1.2% in 2027 as higher prices and interest rates weigh on activity. The UK economy grew by 1.2% in real terms during the first half of 2026, with a further 0.4% increase in July. However, the Middle East conflict and resulting energy shock are expected to weaken growth, leaving real GDP around 0.8% lower by the end of 2027 than it would have been without the conflict. Growth is then forecast to strengthen to 1.6% in both 2028 and 2029 under the baseline scenario. To read IFS' outlook, go to https://ifs.org.uk/publications/economic-outlook-navigating-narrow-paths.

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UK economy grew by 0.4% in July. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) estimates that monthly GDP rose 0.4% in July 2026, following 0.3% growth in June and no growth in May. All three main sectors expanded during July: services output rose by 0.4%, production by 0.2% and construction by 0.1%. Across the three months to July, GDP also grew by 0.4% (later upgraded to 0.5%), with a 0.6% increase in services offsetting falls of 0.5% in both production and construction. Compared with the same month a year earlier, GDP was 1.6% higher. The ONS cautions that early GDP estimates may be revised as additional information becomes available in subsequent official statistical publications. To read the ONS' statistical bulletin, go to https://www.ons.gov.uk/economy/grossdomesticproductgdp/bulletins/gdpmonthlyestimateuk/july2026.

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KPMG forecasts UK GDP growth of 1.3% in 2026 and 1.4% in 2027. KPMG expects the UK economy to grow by 1.3% in 2026, with growth edging up to 1.4% in 2027. Its UK Economic Outlook says GDP growth is likely to lose momentum in the second half of 2026 as higher energy prices and borrowing costs weigh on households and businesses. Consumer spending supported growth earlier in the year, but rising energy bills and slower wage growth are expected to weaken household demand. Investment in artificial intelligence software and equipment should provide some support to GDP, although wider business investment is expected to remain subdued. KPMG also warns that higher inflation could lead to an interest rate increase this year. To read KPMG's report, go to https://kpmg.com/uk/en/insights/economics/uk-economic-outlook.html.

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UK private-sector growth expectations remain negative for the rest of 2026. According to the CBI's latest Growth Indicator, UK firms expect activity to fall in the three months to December, with a weighted balance of -14%, extending a run of negative growth expectations since late 2024. Distribution is expected to see the sharpest decline (-34%), followed by consumer services (-12%) and business and professional services (-10%). Manufacturing output is also expected to fall (-6%), although these are the least pessimistic expectations since March. Private-sector activity fell in the three months to September (-19%), with the CBI citing weak demand and continuing cost pressures on margins, recruitment and investment plans for businesses. To read the CBI's news release, go to https://www.cbi.org.uk/media-centre/articles/growth-outlook-remains-negative-for-the-rest-of-2026-cbi-growth-indicator/.

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BDO reports weakest September discretionary UK retail sales since 2019. BDO's High Street Sales Tracker shows total like-for-like discretionary retail sales fell 0.3% in September, compared with growth of 3.1% a year earlier. Online sales declined 1.1%, versus 3.1% growth in September 2025, marking the weakest September outside the pandemic period. BDO says the usual seasonal boost from back-to-school spending and autumn wardrobe purchases failed to materialise, while pressure on household finances weighed on discretionary demand. BDO says that UK retailers are entering the Golden Quarter from a fragile position, and face rising employment, supply-chain and energy costs, alongside concern over business rates. To read BDO's news release, go to https://www.bdo.co.uk/en-gb/news/2026/retailers-call-for-budget-support-as-september-sales-hit-seven-year-low.

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​UK retail conditions deteriorated further in September. According to the CBI's latest Distributive Trades Survey, UK retail sales volumes fell sharply in the year to September, with the weighted balance dropping to -55% from -48% in August, while sales were judged poor for the time of year (-40%). Online retail sales fell at their fastest pace since October 2023 (-68%), and orders placed with suppliers declined at the quickest rate since the survey began in 1983 (-62%). Retailers expect sales volumes to continue falling in October (-37%), while online sales are forecast to decline at the same pace (-68%). The CBI said some firms attributed the deterioration to poor consumer sentiment. To read the CBI's news release, go to https://www.cbi.org.uk/media-centre/articles/retail-conditions-deteriorate-further-in-september-2026-cbi-distributive-trades-survey/.

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Sales volumes rose in August. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) latest estimates show that retail sales volumes in Great Britain increased by 0.5% in August 2026, following July's 0.5% fall, and were 2.4% higher than a year earlier. Across the three months to August, volumes rose 0.9% compared with the previous three months and 2.4% year on year, supported by non-store retailers and food stores. Non-food store volumes increased 0.6% during August, as department and clothing stores partly recovered from July's declines, while fuel sales fell as prices rose sharply. Online spending values grew 2.5% during the month and accounted for 28.8% of total retail sales, up from 28.4% in July. To read the ONS's statistical bulletin, go to https://www.ons.gov.uk/businessindustryandtrade/retailindustry/bulletins/retailsales/august2026.​

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Automotive suppliers, construction and paper face the highest UK sector risks. Allianz Trade's September UK Sector Snippets identifies automotive suppliers, construction and paper as the highest-risk sectors covered by its assessment, while pharmaceuticals has the strongest rating. Across UK sectors, rising costs, weak demand, geopolitical disruption and pressure on cash flow continue to affect trading conditions. In construction, financial difficulties are spreading beyond smaller businesses to mid-sized and established firms, while insolvencies remain elevated. Paper and print businesses face falling print revenues, excess capacity, and margin pressure, although packaging businesses are proving more resilient. To read Allianz Trade's report, go to https://www.allianz-trade.com/en_GB/insights/economic-research/uk-sector-snippets-september-2026.html.

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​Global: Late Payment, Insolvencies & Economy
Late payments affect seven in ten North American businesses. Atradius' 2026 Payment Practices Barometer finds that businesses in North America conduct 43% of B2B sales on credit, and that late payments affect seven in ten firms and account for 23% of B2B receivables. Customer liquidity constraints are the main cause of delays, although most overdue receivables are settled within one month of the due date. Around one-third of suppliers report reduced cash availability, which affects investment decisions and liquidity planning. To manage payment risk, many favour advance payments, cash sales or early-payment incentives, while around one-fifth use tools such as credit insurance and bad debt reserves alongside internal credit management. Looking ahead, most businesses expect payment behaviour to stay unchanged, but more than one in four expect insolvencies to rise. To read Atradius' news release, go to https://atradius.co.uk/knowledge-and-research/reports/b2b-payment-practices-trends-in-north-america-2026.​
 

Coface reports record-high late payments among French businesses. Coface's 2026 survey found that 89% of French businesses experienced late payments over the previous 12 months, up from 86% in 2025, while the average delay increased to 41.2 days. Micro-enterprises were particularly exposed, with delays averaging 46 days and 58% describing the impact on cash flow as "very significant" or "critical". Customer financial difficulties were the main cause cited. The deterioration comes alongside rising insolvencies, with 43,282 recorded in the first seven months of 2026, up 6% year-on-year and 46% compared with 2019. Coface expects insolvencies to rise 7% in 2026 and 9% in 2027 as payment pressures continue to mount. To read Coface's news release, with a link to the full report, go to https://www.coface.com/news-economy-and-insights/late-payments-in-france-89-of-businesses-affected-a-record-high.​
 

Late payments affect 82% of German companies. Coface's latest German Corporate Payment Survey finds that 82% of German companies experienced payment delays during the past twelve months, the highest proportion since 2019. However, the average delay shortened to 30.2 days, from 31.8 days in 2025. Average agreed payment terms also fell, from 32.5 to 30.6 days, their lowest level since 2017. Automotive businesses recorded an average delay of 45 days, compared with 19.5 days for paper and packaging. The survey of 503 companies found growing optimism about 2027, but this has yet to translate into better payment behaviour. Coface expects German corporate insolvencies to rise by a further 5% in 2026, with credit risk remaining elevated into next year. To read Coface's news release, go to https://www.coface.com/news-economy-and-insights/germany-payment-delays-reach-their-highest-level-since-2019-despite-improving-economic-outlook.

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​OECD forecasts global growth of 2.9% in 2026 and 3.0% in 2027. The OECD's September Interim Economic Outlook forecasts global GDP growth of 2.9% in 2026 and 3.0% in 2027. It says the world economy has weathered the Middle East energy supply shock better than expected, although inflationary pressures and uncertainty continue to weigh on the near-term outlook. Growth should strengthen during 2027, supported by continued robust AI-related activity and an assumed easing in energy prices. However, more persistent disruption to Middle East energy exports, weather-related supply shocks, further rises in long-term sovereign bond yields and weaker-than-expected returns on AI investment remain significant downside risks globally. To read the OECD's report, go to https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-economic-outlook-interim-report-september-2026_f751d02b-en.html.

 

IMF forecasts global GDP growth of 3.1% in 2026 and 3.4% in 2027. The IMF's October 2026 World Economic Outlook says activity proved more resilient than expected despite the Middle East war and trade tensions. Growth has been supported by AI investment, although performance is uneven. Economies with strong participation in the technology upturn, or energy exporters outside the conflict zone benefiting from favourable terms of trade, are holding up better than energy importers with little connection to the technology value chain, which face higher import costs and weaker demand. The IMF says its 2026 forecast is unchanged from April, while 2027 was revised higher. However, risks remain tilted to the downside. To read the IMF's Outlook, go to https://www.imf.org/en/publications/weo/issues/2026/10/13/world-economic-outlook-october-2026?cid=ca-com-homepage-am26-WEOEA20206002.

Global GDP growth slows from +3.0% in 2025 to +2.6% in 2026. Allianz Research forecasts global GDP growth will slow from 3.0% in 2025 to 2.6% in 2026, then recover to 2.8% in 2027 before easing back to 2.6% in 2028. The US is expected to grow by 2.1% in 2026, 2.0% in 2027 and 1.8% in 2028, while Eurozone growth is forecast at 1.0%, 1.3% and 1.3%, respectively. Asia-Pacific remains the main growth engine, with growth of 4.4% in 2026. The UK is forecast to expand by 1.3% in 2026 and 1.2% in both 2027 and 2028. Allianz says its baseline depends on energy, bond-market and AI-related tensions easing rather than escalating, with downside scenarios ranging from stagflation to demand-side deflationary recessions. To read Allianz Trade's news release, with a link to the full report, go to https://www.allianz-trade.com/en_global/news-insights/economic-insights/Economic-outlook-2026-28.html.​​​​

 

​A strengthened multilateral trading system could raise global GDP by 2.9% (about US$3 trillion) by 2050. The WTO's World Trade Report 2026 estimates that stronger multilateral cooperation could also increase global exports by 17.9% compared with the baseline trajectory. The scenario assumes broader market-opening commitments, new multilateral disciplines for digital trade and services, wider WTO membership and a framework that balances openness with security concerns. The alternatives are significantly weaker. A division of the global economy into geopolitical trading blocs could reduce GDP by 5.1% and exports by 18.6%, while replacing multilateral cooperation with a network of free trade agreements could lower GDP by 6.9% and exports by 26.9%. The WTO notes that around 72% of global merchandise trade currently takes place under most-favoured-nation terms. To read the WTO's news release, go to https://www.wto.org/english/news_e/news26_e/wtr_15sep26_483_e.htm.

Atradius forecasts uneven GDP growth across Latin America and the Caribbean. Atradius' LAC Economic Outlook – October 2026 says growth will remain subdued and vary sharply across the region. South America is expected to be the weakest-performing subregion, with GDP growth slowing from 2.9% in 2025 to 2.0% in 2026 before edging up to 2.2% in 2027. Mexico is forecast to grow by 1.2% in 2026 and 1.5% in 2027, while Central American growth is expected to ease from 4.3% to 3.3% before recovering to 3.7%. The Caribbean is expected to be the strongest-performing subregion, with growth forecast to rise from 3.7% in 2025 to 4.4% in 2026 and 5.2% in 2027, supported by tourism, investment, reconstruction and higher oil output from Guyana. To read Atradius news release, with a link to the full report, go to https://atradius.co.uk/knowledge-and-research/reports/economic-outlook-latin-america-caribbean-october-2026.

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​​​​Credit Management News & Resources
New company research resource launched for credit professionals. Turnstone Intelligence has launched Dani, an AI-powered company research analyst designed to give users a faster way to investigate businesses, directors and counterparties. Built on its DataNexus platform, Dani combines Turnstone Intelligence's proprietary UK corporate data with external sources to bring together information on company histories, connections and potential risk indicators. For credit professionals, the tool offers a new resource for background research, due diligence and credit assessment, particularly where a clearer picture of a company or its wider relationships is needed. For more information, go to https://turnstoneintelligence.com/dani/.

Rezolva launches free Credit Control Health Check to identify weaknesses in credit management. Rezolva has developed a new free Credit Control Health Check that reviews how businesses manage areas including credit checks, credit limits, payment terms, invoicing, overdue debt and escalation. The free online assessment takes around five minutes and covers the order-to-cash process from opening a new account through to escalation and risk management. Users receive an immediate personalised report highlighting strengths, areas for improvement and practical recommendations intended to help improve cash flow, reduce bad debt and strengthen their wider credit-risk strategy. To try Rezolva's Credit Control Health Check, go to https://rezolva.co.uk/credit-control-health-check/.

 

Company Watch to launch new Probability of Distress model. Company Watch will launch its new Probability of Distress (PoD) model on 21 October 2026, giving the likelihood of a company entering insolvency within the next 12 months as a percentage. Covering more than 5.7 million UK and Irish companies, including recent incorporations, PoD® uses machine learning to assess accounts alongside CCJs, charges, petitions, filing behaviour, director history and group links. Scores update as new information becomes available and each score includes the factors behind it. PoD will sit alongside Company Watch’s existing H-Score. To find out more, go to https://www.companywatch.net/probability-of-distress/.
 

UKEF announces up to £5 billion Flexible Finance pilot. The UK Chancellor has announced Flexible Finance, a UK Export Finance (UKEF) pilot offering up to £5 billion in loan guarantees to encourage overseas buyers to purchase British goods and services. Announced on 28 September, the product will target selected buyers in fast-growing economies such as Brazil, Morocco and Mexico, where the government sees scope to increase UK exports. Guarantees will cover up to 80% of a commercial loan, giving borrowers greater flexibility over how they use the funding than under UKEF's existing guarantees. UKEF will work with participating borrowers to increase their imports from British companies, supported by matchmaking with UK suppliers and procurement assistance. The initiative aims to widen access to finance while helping British businesses secure opportunities in overseas markets. For more information, go to https://www.gov.uk/government/news/more-overseas-firms-enticed-to-buy-british. 
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Events & Professional Development​​

​​GTR Türkiye 2026, Istanbul. 20 October 2026
ollowing the record-breaking success of GTR Türkiye 2025, which welcomed over 550 attendees, the GTR team are already looking forward to hosting the hallmark event for the Turkish trade finance market.

Join us on October 20 for GTR Türkiye 2026, taking place in Istanbul for a full day of unrivalled networking and market insights. Connect with senior decision-makers, C-suite professionals and leading exhibitors, and gain first-hand perspectives on the latest trends and developments shaping Türkiye’s trade landscape.

Don’t miss this premier opportunity to engage with the industry’s top minds and strengthen your position in the market.
Event features:

• 10+ exhibitors

• 4+ hours of networking opportunities with key stakeholders in the industry

• Unparalleled expertise from 40+ speakers who are active in the market

• Exceptional content on topics and regions covered

• Opportunity to schedule meetings and swap business cards

• Evening drinks reception

We look forward to welcoming you on October 20!
For more information, go to https://www.gtreview.com/events/europe/gtr-turkey-2026-istanbul/#overview.

 

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GTR Trade Finance Investor Day , London.10 November 2026.
Global Trade Review (GTR) is delighted to announce that the GTR Trade Finance Investor Day will be held in London on November 10, 2026.

This event, taking place for the first time as part of the GTR calendar following its acquisition of the Trade Finance Distribution Initiative (TFDi), will continue the TFDi’s work in establishing trade finance as an investable asset class, bringing together stakeholders from across the trade finance and institutional investment sectors.

With a strong focus on networking and establishing key industry connections, a wide-ranging programme will focus on a broad suite of themes, including improving levels of transparency in trade risk and distribution, increasing levels of automation and enabling originators to attract institutional capital, unlocking the potential of private credit within global trade.

Key themes

• Trade finance as an asset class: How to take the conversation forward

• Navigating the liquidity premium: Meeting pricing and risk challenges

• How is trade finance different to the bond market or liquid funds?

• Market segmentation: What are investors targeting in trade finance?

• How are recurrent geopolitical shocks reshaping the climate for investing?

• Bridging banks and capital markets: New models for a new asset class
  Whether you’re an institutional investor or asset manager, fintech, non-bank originator, insurer or trade bank involved in distribution, this event is a must-attend, as GTR brings all corners of the ecosystem together to discuss this exciting industry trend and the huge opportunities provided.​

For more information, go to https://www.gtreview.com/events/europe/gtr-trade-finance-investor-day-2026/#overview.

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Trade Credit Insurance Industry Dinner 2026 – Hosted by SCHUMANN, London. 12 November 2026
An Evening of Inspiration, Networking & Meaningful Impact
On Thursday, 12th November 2026, SCHUMANN is delighted to host this year’s annual Trade Credit Insurance
Industry Dinner 2026 – an exclusive event to celebrate industry achievements, strengthen professional relationships, and support a charitable cause.
Venue: City Central at the HAC – a premier venue in the City of London, providing an elegant setting for an exceptional evening.
Time: 6:30 PM – 1:00 AM

Evening Highlights:

• Live music – An evening enriched by captivating performances

• Gourmet dining & drinks – A premium menu with soft and alcoholic beverages included

• Dress code: Black Tie – Formal attire recommended for an evening of sophistication

An Evening with Purpose:
The event will support Akwaaba Volunteers, a UK-registered charity dedicated to enhancing the lives of
disadvantaged children in Accra, Ghana, through education, care, and community support. Participation in the
dinner contributes to this meaningful initiative.

Tickets are now available. Further details can be found on the event page.
Secure your seat and join this special evening in the heart of London.

https://order.awesome-events.co.uk/events/trade-credit-insurance-industry-dinner-2026.

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GTR Africa 2026, London.12 November 2026.
Returning on November 12, 2026, GTR Africa London is thrilled to convene the UK’s premier gathering once again for Africa-focused trade, export and infrastructure financing.

Welcoming over 500 delegates from leading banks, corporates and financial institutions, and providing more than three hours of dedicated networking time, the event serves as a vital meeting point for forging new partnerships and strengthening existing relationships across the African trade landscape.

With insights from more than 50 expert speakers, attendees can expect high-level discussions on African trade shifts, corporate finance trends, and infrastructure investment priorities.

GTR looks forward to welcoming you for another insightful and engaging conference!

For more information, go to https://www.gtreview.com/events/europe/gtr-africa-2026-london/#overview.

 

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GTR Nordics 2026, Stockholm. 25 November 2026.
Firmly established as the region’s leading conference for trade, export and supply chain finance, we are pleased to announce that GTR Nordics will return to Stockholm on November 25, 2026!
Providing an exceptional platform for renewing and expanding business connections, this flagship gathering brings together 700 influential representatives from corporate, financial, fintech and ECA communities for unrivalled networking opportunities. Connect with more than 30 leading industry exhibitors to strengthen your market presence, and benefit from a carefully curated programme featuring insights from over 55 expert speakers. Gain essential knowledge and first-hand perspectives on the latest trends and developments shaping Nordic trade. The GTR team look forward to seeing you there!

For more information, go to https://www.gtreview.com/events/europe/gtr-nordics-2026-stockholm/#overview.

 

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GTR US 2026, New York. 1 December 2026.
GTR will return to Manhattan on December 1 for GTR US 2026!

The leading event for the US trade and working capital financing community will once again bring together over 500 industry leaders to explore business-critical market trends and opportunities, featuring a highly focused one-day agenda packed with thought-provoking conversations, debate-driven discussions and practical guidance on the issues shaping the industry.

Providing unmatched networking opportunities with leading industry representatives and exhibitors, the event offers the ideal platform to reconnect with peers, forge new business relationships and gain critical insights into the evolving US trade and working capital financing landscape. We look forward to seeing you there.
For more information, go to https://www.gtreview.com/events/americas/gtr-us-2026-new-york/#overview.

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​​​About this month's Sponsor: Nexus Trade Credit

Nexus Trade Credit protects businesses against losses from non-payment of a commercial trade debt. Our clients range from manufacturers, subcontractors and service providers to exporters. We aim to provide certainty of coverage to enable our clients to trade confidently at home or overseas. Whether you are new to trade credit
insurance or a long-standing client, we go the extra mile to support your growth and provide peace of mind.

Our team of specialists offer a variety of structures to suit the risk appetite and needs of the client. We also offer a range of enhanced coverage including, for example, applications by sub-contractors, pre-delivery costs incurred by manufacturers and timesheets used by labour providers.
We operate from offices in the UK, Germany, Netherlands, France, Spain and Italy — specialising in Whole Turnover, Non-Cancellable and Top-Up cover. We work closely with the broker and the client in advance to fully understand their needs and management policies.
In addition, we provide products that enhance companies’ credit management including First Limit, a service offering real-time credit opinions and 24/7 monitoring and First Place, a highly regarded debt collection service which is reinforced by further policy enhancements.
To get in touch or to learn more, visit our website at https://www.nexusunderwriting.com/en/products/trade-credit-insurance.